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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-4
51000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 4700
r/min.
1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
NOTICE
ECA10310
●
Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.
●
If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
EAU17213
Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
WARNING
EWA10311
●
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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6
battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16521
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is
turned to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the positive lead.
[ECA16302]
2. If the battery will be stored for more than two months, check it at least
once a month and fully charge it if
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in- stallation. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure the key is turned to “OFF”, then con-
nect the positive lead before
connecting the negative lead.
[ECA16840]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16530
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
EAU49581
Replacing the fuses The fuse boxes and the ABS motor
fuse are located behind cowling A, and
the main fuse is located behind cowling
B. (See page 6-8.)1. ABS motor fuse
2. ABS motor spare fuse
3. Main fuse
4. Fuse box
1 2
3
4
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6If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
1. Headlight fuse
2. ABS solenoid fuse
3. Electronic throttle valve fuse
4. Fuel injection system fuse
5. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-tem)
6. Radiator fan fuse
7. Ignition fuse
8. Signaling system fuse
9. ABS control unit fuse
10.Auxiliary DC jack fuse
11.Taillight fuse
12.O/P (option) fuse
13.Spare fuse
78912
13
13
1110
124563
Specified fuses: Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Taillight fuse: 7.5 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
20.0 A
Radiator fan fuse: 20.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: 20.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
7.5 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A
O/P (option) fuse:
20.0 A
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