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3 To unlock the steering
Insert the key and turn it to “ ”.
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Indicator lights
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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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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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Gear position indicator lights “1”
“2” “3”, and “4”
The respective indicator light comes on
when the transmission is in the 1st,
2nd, 3rd or 4th gear position.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
1. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
3. Gear position indicator light “1” “2” “3” “4”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
12
3
4
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3
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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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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 zone, approximately 1.0 L (0.26
US gal, 0.22 Imp.gal) remain in the fuel
tank. If this occurs, refuel as soon as
possible.TIPThe main switch must be turned to “ ”
for the fuel gauge to display an accu-
rate fuel level reading.
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Handlebar switches Left
Right
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
1
2
1. Fuel gauge
2. Red zone
12
1. Dimmer switch “ / ”
2. Turn signal switch “ / ”
3. Horn switch “ ”
1. Start switch “ ”
1
2
3
1
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3
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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 “ ”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter. See page 5-1 for start-
ing instructions prior to starting the en-
gine.
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Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the motorcycle. This motorcycle
is equipped with a constant-mesh 4
speed transmission.TIPUse your toes to shift up and your heel
to shift down.
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Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right
side of the handlebar. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the throttle
grip.
1. Shift pedal
2. Neutral position
1
2
21
2
3
4 N
N3
2
1 4
1. Brake lever
1
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Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
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Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-8.)
2. Turn the fuel tank cap counter-
clockwise and pull it off.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening and turn it clockwise
until the “ ” marks on the cap
and tank are aligned.
2. Close the seat.
WARNING
EWA11091
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed after filling fuel.
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
1. Brake pedal
1
1. Fuel tank cap
2. “ ” mark
1
2
2
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Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING
EWA10881
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are
extremely flammable. To avoid fires
and explosions and to reduce the
risk of injury when refueling, follow
these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the en-
gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vi-
cinity of sparks, open flames, or
other sources of ignition such as
the pilot lights of water heaters and
clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop
filling when the fuel reaches the
bottom of the filler tube. Because
fuel expands when it heats up,
heat from the engine or the sun
can cause fuel to spill out of the
fuel tank.3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-
ately. NOTICE: Immediately wipe
off spilled fuel with a clean, dry,
soft cloth, since fuel may deteri-
orate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
[ECA10071]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel
tank cap.
WARNING
EWA15151
Gasoline is poisonous and can
cause injury or death. Handle gaso-
line with care. Never siphon gaso-
line by mouth. If you should swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas-
oline vapor, or get some gasoline in
your eyes, see your doctor immedi-ately. If gasoline spills on your skin,
wash with soap and water. If gaso-
line spills on your clothing, change
your clothes.
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NOTICE
ECA11400
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,
as well as to the exhaust system.Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or high-
er. If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use
a gasoline of a different brand or premi-
um unleaded fuel. Use of unleaded fuel
will extend spark plug life and reduce
maintenance costs.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
12
Recommended fuel:
Regular gasoline
Fuel tank capacity:
4.2 L (1.11 US gal, 0.92 Imp.gal)
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Catalytic converters This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
WARNING
EWA10862
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
burns:●
Do not park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
●
Park the vehicle in a place
where pedestrians or children
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
●
Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before do-
ing any maintenance work.
●
Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up of
heat.
NOTICE
ECA10701
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause unre-
pairable damage to the catalytic
converter.
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Starter (choke) lever “ ” Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (a) to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (b) to turn off
the starter (choke).1. Starter (choke) lever “ ”
1
(a)
(b)
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Kickstarter If the engine fails to start by pushing the
start switch, try to start it by using the
kickstarter. With the transmission in
neutral, fold out the kickstarter lever,
move it down lightly 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. Insert the key in the lock, and then
turn it as shown.
2. 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.TIPMake sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
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Helmet holders The helmet holders are located under
the seat.
To secure a helmet to a helmet hold-
er
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-8.)
2. Attach a helmet to a helmet holder,
and then securely close the seat.
WARNING! Never ride with a
helmet attached to the helmet
holder, since the helmet may hit
objects, causing loss of control
and possibly an accident.
[EWA10161]
1. Kickstarter
1
1. Seat lock
1
1. Helmet holder
1
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3To release a helmet from a helmet
holder
Open the seat, remove the helmet from
the helmet holder, and then close the
seat.
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Storage compartment The storage compartment is located
under the seat. (See page 3-8.)
When storing the Owner’s Manual or
other documents in the storage com-
partment, be sure to wrap them in a
plastic bag so that they will not get wet.
When washing the vehicle, be careful
not to let any water enter the storage
compartment.
WARNING
EWA10961
●
Do not exceed the load limit of
1.0 kg (2.2 lb) for the storage
compartment.
●
Do not exceed the maximum
load of 167 kg (368 lb) for the ve-
hicle.
1. Storage compartment
1
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