
TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION  ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL 
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1
Immobilizer system  .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator lights and warning  lights ............................................3-4
Cruise control system  .....................3-7
Multi-function meter unit  ...............3-11
D-mode (drive mode) ....................3-24
Handlebar switches  ......................3-25
YCC-S system  ..............................3-27
Shift pedal .....................................3-28
Hand shift lever .............................3-28
Brake lever  ...................................3-29
Brake pedal  ..................................3-29
ABS ..............................................3-29
Traction control system  ................3-30
Fuel tank cap  ................................3-32
Fuel ...............................................3-33
Fuel tank breather/overflow 
hose ..........................................3-34
Catalytic converters  ......................3-34
Seats ............................................3-35
Adjusting the rider seat height  ......3-36 Storage compartment ................... 3-38
Accessory box  .............................. 3-39
Adjusting the headlight beams  ..... 3-39
Handlebar position  ....................... 3-40
Opening and closing the cowling 
vents ......................................... 3-40
Rear view mirrors  ......................... 3-41
Adjusting the front and rear  suspension ................................ 3-42
Sidestand ..................................... 3-46
Ignition circuit cut-off system  ........ 3-47
Auxiliary DC jack  .......................... 3-49
FOR YOUR SAFETY – 
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT 
RIDING POINTS ................................. 5-1
Starting the engine  ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel  consumption ............................... 5-4
Engine break-in  .............................. 5-4
Parking ........................................... 5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND 
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the  emission control system  ............. 6-3 General maintenance and 
lubrication chart  .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing panels  ..... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs  ............ 6-11
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-12
Final gear oil  ................................ 6-14
Coolant ........................................ 6-16
Air filter element  ........................... 6-17
Checking the engine idling  speed ........................................ 6-17
Checking the throttle grip free 
play ........................................... 6-18
Valve clearance  ........................... 6-18
Tires ............................................. 6-18
Cast wheels  ................................. 6-21
YCC-S clutch  ............................... 6-21
Checking the brake lever free  play ........................................... 6-22
Brake light switches  ..................... 6-22
Checking the front and rear brake  pads .......................................... 6-23
Checking the brake and YCC-S  clutch fluid levels  ...................... 6-23
Changing the brake and YCC-S  clutch fluids ............................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the 
cables ....................................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the  throttle grip and cable  ............... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the brake  and shift pedals  ........................ 6-26U1MDE0E0.book  Page 1  Friday, February 15, 2013  1:26 PM 

DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
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Left view
12
3
4
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1. Coolant reservoir (page 6-16)
2. Accessory box (page 3-39)
3. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2)
4. Final gear oil filler bolt (page 6-14)
5. Final gear oil drain bolt (page 6-14)
6. YCC-S clutch fluid reservoir (page 6-23)
7. Air filter element (page 6-17)
8. Shift pedal (page 3-28) 9. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-12)
10.Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-12)
11.Engine oil level check window (page 6-12)
12.Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-12)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-6
3
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Electronically adjustable suspen-
sion system warning light “ ” 
This warning light comes on if a prob-
lem is detected in the electronically ad-
justable suspension 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.
EAU55430
Shift down indicator light “ ” 
This indicator light flashes when the
transmission gear is too high for the ve-
hicle speed.
To avoid damaging the YCC-S clutch,
the shift down indicator light flashes
when it is necessary to downshift. If this
occurs, downshift until the indicator
light stops flashing.
EAU55441
YCC-S system warning light “ ” 
If this warning light comes on while
riding, the YCC-S system may not work
correctly. If this occurs:●
It may be impossible to shift out of
the gear you are in.
●
The clutch may stay engaged, so a
shuddering sensation may be felt
as you come to a stop.
Stop the vehicle when it is safe to do so,
and park it away from traffic. Have a
Yamaha dealer check the YCC-S sys-
tem.
TIPIn order to be able to move the vehicle
after it has stopped, if shifting is impos-
sible using the hand shift lever and shift
pedal, proceed as follows:
Place the vehicle on the centerstand,
then while rotating the rear wheel, push
the shift pedal rod and shift pedal rod
pivot forward until the transmission is in
the neutral position.
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.
EAU55450
Stop mode function indicator 
light “ ” 
This indicator light comes on when the
stop mode function is activated.
If the stop mode function fails to shift
down, the indicator light will flash.1. Shift pedal rod pivot
2. Shift pedal rod
1
2
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-13
3
●
Select the transmission gear that
is appropriate for the vehicle
speed.
Transmission gear display
This display shows the selected gear.
The neutral position is indicated by the
neutral indicator light “ ” and by the
transmission gear display “ ”.
To avoid damaging the YCC-S clutch,
the shift down indicator light flashes
when it is necessary to downshift. If this
occurs, downshift until the display stops
flashing.Drive mode display
This display indicates which drive
mode has been selected: Touring
mode “T” or sports mode “S”. For more
details on the modes and on how to se-
lect them, see pages 3-24 and 3-27.
Function display1. Shift down indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
3. Transmission gear display
GEARN
25
A.TEMP
˚C
Lo
C.TEMP˚C
0:06
TIME TRIP
2
1
3
1. Drive mode display
GEARNA.TEM
P
C.TEM
P
1
1. Function display
1. Grip warmer adjusting function
2. Information display selection function
3. Windshield adjusting function
4. Damping force adjusting function
5. Preload adjusting function
GEARN
25
A.TEMP˚C
Lo
C.TEMP˚C
0:06
TIME TRIP
12
1
3
4
5
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-27
3
TIPWhen the stop mode function is activat-
ed, the shift down indicator light will
flash only when the rider attempts to
start off in 2nd gear or higher.
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Drive mode switch “MODE”
WARNING
EWA15340
Do not change the D-mode while the
vehicle is moving.Using this switch changes the drive
mode to touring mode “T” or sports
mode “S”.
The throttle grip must be completely
closed in order to change the drive
mode.
The selected mode is shown on the
drive mode display. (See page 3-13.)
The drive mode cannot be changed
while the cruise control system is oper-
ating.
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YCC-S system This vehicle features the YCC-S
(Yamaha Chip Controlled-Shift) sys-
tem.
The basic function of this system allows
the rider to shift gears without the use of
a clutch lever. Furthermore, a hand
shift lever is equipped on the handle-
bar, allowing the rider to shift gears with
either the foot-operated shift pedal or
the hand-operated shift lever. (See
page 3-28.)
When the engine is started and the shift
pedal or the shift lever is moved, a sig-
nal is sent to the MCU (Motor Control
Unit) which disengages the clutch, the
ECU (Engine Control Unit) then adjusts
the electronic throttle valve, the gear
shift is made and then the clutch is re-
engaged once the engine is running at
the proper speed. Clutch engagement
is controlled optimally by the MCU ac-
cording to engine r/min, engine require-
ments, and riding conditions.
TIPThis is not an automatic transmission,
only the clutch system is automatic.
The gears must be shifted by the rider
except when stopping the vehicle while
the stop mode function is activated.See “Stop mode function switch” (See
page 3-26.) and OPERATION AND IM-
PORTANT RIDING POINTS (See
page 5-1.) for further explanation of this
system.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
4
Rear brake Check operation.
 If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
 Check brake pads for wear.
 Replace if necessary.
 Check fluid level in reservoir.
 If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
 Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-23, 6-23
YCC-S clutch  Check operation.
 Check fluid level in reservoir.
 If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
 Check hydraulic system for leakage.
6-21, 6-23
Throttle grip  Make sure that operation is smooth.
 Check throttle grip free play.
 If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate cable 
and grip housing. 6-18, 6-26
Control cables  Make sure that operation is smooth.
 Lubricate if necessary. 6-25
Wheels and tires  Check for damage.
 Check tire condition and tread depth.
 Check air pressure.
 Correct if necessary.
6-18, 6-21
Brake and shift pedals  Make sure that operation is smooth.
 Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.
6-26
Brake lever  Make sure that operation is smooth.
 Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary. 6-27
Centerstand, sidestand  Make sure that operation is smooth.
 Lubricate pivots if necessary.
6-27
Chassis fasteners  Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
 Tighten if necessary.
—
Instruments, lights, signals 
and switches  Check operation.
 Correct if necessary.
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ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-3
5
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Shifting Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.The gears can be shifted using either
the shift pedal or the hand shift lever.
Refer to page 3-27 for an explanation of
the YCC-S system, to page 3-28 for the
shift pedal operation, and to page 3-28
for the hand shift lever operation.
The gear positions are shown in the il-
lustration.
TIP●
To shift the transmission into the
neutral position, press the shift
pedal down repeatedly, or push
the “ ” side of the hand shift lever
repeatedly until the neutral indica-
tor light comes on.
●
When shifting from neutral to 1st
gear, the engine speed must be
lower than approximately 1300
r/min and the sidestand must be
up.
●
Shifting up is impossible if the en-
gine speed is too low.
●
Shifting down is impossible if the
engine speed is too high.
●
To avoid damaging the YCC-S
clutch, the shift down indicator light
flashes when it is necessary to
downshift. If this occurs, downshift
until the indicator light stops flash-
ing.
●
When the stop mode function is
activated, the transmission auto-
matically shifts down when coming
to a stop.
NOTICE
ECA17950
Even with the transmission in the
neutral position, do not coast for
long periods of time with the engine
off, and do not tow the vehicle for
long distances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when the
engine is running. Inadequate lubri-
cation may damage the transmis-
sion.
1. Shift pedal
2. Neutral position
1. Hand shift lever
2. Neutral position
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2N
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-5
5
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Parking When parking, stop the engine by turn-
ing the main switch to “OFF”, and then
remove the key.TIPWhen the main switch is turned to
“OFF” and the transmission is in gear,
the rear wheel cannot be moved.
WARNING
EWA14522
●
Always stop the engine using
the main switch. When the en-
gine stop switch has been used
in an emergency, be sure to ap-
ply the front or rear brake while
the main switch is still on, as the
clutch automatically disengag-
es a few seconds after the en-
gine is turned off, and the rear
wheel will move freely.
●
Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them and be burned.
●
Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasing the
risk of a fuel leak and fire.
●
Do not park near grass or other
flammable materials which
might catch fire.
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