2012 YAMAHA CYGNUS L key

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICETIP
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TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
Further safe-riding points ................1-5
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Keyhole cover .................................3-2
Indicator lights and warning light ....3-2
Speedometer unit ...........................3-3
Self-diagnosis device ......................3-3
Fuel gauge ......................................3-4
Handlebar switches ........................3-4
Front brake lever ............................3-5
Rear brake lever .............................3-5
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-5
Fuel .................................................3-6
Catalytic converters ........................3-7
Kickstarter .......................................3-8
Seat ................................................3-8
Helmet holders ...............................3-9
Storage compartments ...................3-9
Carrier ...........................................3-11
Luggage hook ...............................3-11
Grab bar .......................................3-11
Sidestand ......................................3-12
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-12FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Starting off ...................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 5-2
Braking ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .................................. 6-7
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-9
Engine oil ..................................... 6-10
Final transmission oil .................... 6-12
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................... 6-13
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-15
Checking the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 6-15Valve clearance ........................... 6-15
Tires ............................................. 6-16
Cast wheels ................................. 6-17
Checking the front brake lever
free play .................................... 6-18
Adjusting the rear brake lever
free play .................................... 6-18
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ............... 6-19
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-21
Checking and lubricating
the cables ................................. 6-21
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 6-21
Lubricating the front and
rear brake levers ...................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-22
Checking the front fork ................. 6-23
Checking the steering .................. 6-24
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-24
Battery ......................................... 6-24
Replacing the fuse ....................... 6-26
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-26
Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb ................................... 6-27
Rear turn signal light and
tail/brake light ........................... 6-28
Replacing the auxiliary light
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DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
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Controls and instruments
1
2
3
4
6
5
7
8
1. Rear brake lever (page 3-5)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-4)
3. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
4. Fuel gauge (page 3-4)
5. Main switch/steering lock and keyhole cover (pages 3-1 and 3-2)
6. Right handlebar switch (page 3-4)
7. Throttle grip (page 6-15)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-1
3
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Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.TIPThe main switch/steering lock is
equipped with a keyhole cover. (See
page 3-2.)
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, the headlight, meter lighting,
taillight and auxiliary light come on, and
the engine can be started. The key can-
not be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
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LOCK
The steering and the centerstand are
locked, and all electrical systems are
off. The key can be removed.To lock the steering and the center-
stand1. Put the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
3. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
4. Remove the key.TIPWhen the steering is locked, the center-
stand is locked, and the scooter cannot
be taken off it.
ON
OPEN
OPENPUSH
LOCKOFF
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
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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.
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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.
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Indicator lights and warning
light
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Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left or
right.
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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
3-3
3
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Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light flashes or stays on if
an electrical circuit monitoring the en-
gine is not working correctly. If this oc-
curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the
self-diagnosis system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
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Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer and an odometer. The
speedometer shows the riding speed.
The odometer shows the total distance
traveled.
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Self-diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self-diag-
nosis device for various electrical cir-
cuits.
If a problem is detected in any of those
circuits, the engine trouble warning light
will come on or flash. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.NOTICE
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To prevent engine damage, be sure
to consult a Yamaha dealer as soon
as possible if this occurs.
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
1
2
1. Engine trouble warning 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.
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Handlebar switches Left
Right
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Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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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.
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Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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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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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-8
3
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Kickstarter If the engine fails to start by pushing the
start switch, try to start it by using the
kickstarter. To start the engine, fold out
the kickstarter lever, move it down light-
ly with your foot until the gears engage,
and then push it down smoothly but
forcefully.
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Seat To open the seat
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Insert the key into the main switch,
and then turn it counterclockwise
to the first “OPEN” position. If the
main switch is in the “LOCK” posi-
tion, turn the key counterclockwise
to the second “OPEN” position.TIPDo not push inward when turning the
key from “OFF” to “OPEN” or from
“LOCK” to “OPEN”.3. Fold the seat up.To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then push
it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key from the main
switch if the scooter will be left un-
attended.
TIPMake sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
1. Kickstarter lever
1
1. Seat open position
ON
OPEN
OPENP
U
S
HLOCKOFF
ON
OPEN
OPENP
U
S
HLOCKOFF
1
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