2012 YAMAHA CYGNUS L high beam

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3To unlock the steering and the center-
standPush the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
EAUT2121
Keyhole cover To close the keyhole cover
Insert the key bow into the keyhole cov-
er receptacle as shown, and then turn
the key to “SHUT” to close the cover.
To open the keyhole cover
Insert the key bow into the keyhole cov-
er receptacle as shown, and then turn
the key to “OPEN” to open the cover.
EAU11006
Indicator lights and warning
light
EAU11020
Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left or
right.
EAU11080
High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
ON
OPEN
OPENPUSH
LOCK
OFF
1. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
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Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The needle moves
towards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When the needle reaches
the red line, refuel as soon as possible.TIPTurning the key to “OFF” cancels the
fuel gauge reading.
EAU1234A
Handlebar switches Left
Right
EAU12400
Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
EAU12460
Turn signal switch “ / ”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the center
position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU12500
Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU12721
Start switch “ ”
With the sidestand up, push this switch
while applying the front or rear brake to
crank the engine with the starter. See
page 5-1 for starting instructions prior
to starting the engine.
1. Fuel gauge
2. Red line
1
2
1. Dimmer switch “ / ”
2. Turn signal switch “ / ”
3. Horn switch “ ”
1. Start switch “ ”
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
100/90-10 56J
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-922-XRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
100/90-10 56J
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-940-XLoading:Maximum load:
165 kg (364 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–75 kg (0–165 lb)
Front:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm², 25 psi)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Loading condition:
75–153 kg (165–337 lb)
Front:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm², 25 psi)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
J10 x MT2.15Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
J10 x MT2.50Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 3 or 4Rear brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Left hand operationFront suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
80.0 mm (3.15 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damperWheel travel:
63.0 mm (2.48 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC CDI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTX7A-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 6.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
IncandescenceBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 35 W/35 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 16.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 3.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
12 V, 3.4 W × 2
High beam indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Turn signal indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Engine trouble warning light:
12 V, 3.4 W × 1
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INDEXAAcceleration and deceleration................. 5-2
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................. 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-28BBattery................................................... 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-20
Brake lever, front..................................... 3-5
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 3-5
Brake levers, lubricating........................ 6-22
Brake pads and shoes, checking .......... 6-19
Braking .................................................... 5-2CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-21
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Carrier ................................................... 3-11
Catalytic converters ................................ 3-7
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Cowlings and panels,
removing and installing ......................... 6-7DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-4EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-15
Engine oil .............................................. 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-3FFinal transmission oil ............................ 6-12
Frame serial number ............................... 9-1Front brake lever free play, checking ... 6-18
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-23
Fuel......................................................... 3-6
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel gauge.............................................. 3-4
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 3-5
Fuse, replacing ..................................... 6-26
GGrab bar ............................................... 3-11HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-26
Helmet holders ....................................... 3-9
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-12
Indicator lights and warning light ............ 3-2KKeyhole cover ......................................... 3-2
Kickstarter............................................... 3-8LLuggage hook ....................................... 3-11MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1PParking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1RRear brake lever free play, adjusting .... 6-18Rear turn signal light and
tail/brake light...................................... 6-28
SSafe-riding points .................................... 1-5
Safety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-8
Self-diagnosis device .............................. 3-3
Sidestand .............................................. 3-12
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-9
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit .................................... 3-3
Starting off ............................................... 5-2
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-4
Steering, checking................................. 6-24
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments ............................ 3-9TThrottle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-21
Throttle grip free play, checking ............ 6-15
Tires ...................................................... 6-16
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-29
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-30
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-2
Turn signal light bulb (front),
replacing ............................................. 6-27
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-4VValve clearance..................................... 6-15WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-24
Wheels .................................................. 6-17
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