2015 YAMAHA XT1200Z traction control

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-28
3
pin
g. As with any motorcycle, ap-
proach surfaces that may be
slippery with caution an d avoi d es-
pecially slippery surfaces.
There are three traction control system
modes:  “TCS 1”: Default mode
 “TCS 2”: Sporty mode
This mode decreases traction
control system assist, allowing the
rear wheel to spin more freely than
“TCS 1”.
 “TCS OFF”: The traction control
system is turned off. The system
may also be automatically dis-
abled in some riding conditions
(see “Resetting” on page 3-28).
When the key is turned to “ON”, the
traction control system is enabled and
“TCS 1” is displayed in the multi-func-
tion meter.
The traction control system mode can
be changed only when the key is in the
“ON” position and the vehicle is not
moving.
TIPUse the mode “TCS OFF” to help free
the rear wheel if the motorcycle gets
stuck in mud, sand, or other soft sur-
faces.NOTICE
ECA16801
Use only the specifie d tires. (See
pa ge 6-18.) Usin g different sized
tires will prevent the traction control
system from controllin g tire rotation
accurately.Settin g the traction control system
WARNING
EWA15441
Be sure to stop the vehicle before
makin g any settin g chan ges to the
traction control system. Chan gin g
settin gs while ri din g can distract the
operator an d increase the risk of an
acci dent.Push the “TCS” button on the multi-
function meter for less than one sec-
ond to change between the modes “1”
and “2”. Push the button for at least
two seconds to select the mode “TCS OFF” and turn the traction control sys-
tem off. Push the button again to return
to the previously selected mode “1” or
“2”.
Resettin
g
The traction control system will be dis-
abled in the following conditions:  Either the front wheel or rear wheel
comes off the ground while riding.
 Excessive rear wheel spinning
If the traction control system has been
disabled, both the traction control sys-
tem indicator/warning light and the en-
gine trouble warning light come on.
1. “TCS” button
2. Traction control system mode display
1
2
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-29
3To reset the traction control system:
Turn the key to “OFF”. Wait at least one
second, then turn the key back to
“ON”. The traction control system indi-
cator/warning light should go off and
the system will be enabled. The engine
trouble warning light should go off after
the motorcycle reaches at least 20
km/h (12 mi/h). If the traction control
system indicator/warning light or the
engine trouble warning light remains
on after resetting, the motorcycle may
still be ridden; however, have a
Yamaha dealer check the motorcycle as soon as possible.
EAU13075
Fuel tank capTo open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be
released and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap 1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi- tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
TIPThe fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly closed and locked.
WARNING
EWA11092
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly close d after fillin g fuel.
Leakin g fuel is a fire hazar d.
1. Unlock.
2. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2
1
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
5
EAU15952
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10272
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which coul d cause an acci dent
or injury.
EAU48712
TIPThis model is equipped with:  a lean angle sensor to stop the en-
gine in case of a turnover. In this
case, the display will indicate error
code 30, but this is not a malfunc-
tion. Turn the key to “OFF” and
then to “ON” to clear the error
code. Failing to do so will prevent
the engine from starting even
though the engine will crank when
pushing the start switch.
 an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. If the engine
stops, simply push the start
switch to restart the engine.
EAU54171
Startin g the en gineIn order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
 The transmission is in the neutral
position.
 The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
See page 3-40 for more informa-
tion.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make sure that the start/engine stop
switch is set to “ ”.
The following warning lights and
indicator lights should come on for
a few seconds, then go off. Oil level warning light
 Engine trouble warning light
 Traction control system indi-
cator/warning light
 Cruise control indicator lights
 Immobilizer system indicator
light
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-3
5
NOTICE
ECA10261
Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for lon g period s of time
with the en gine off, an d d o not
tow the motorcycle for lon g d is-
tances. The transmission is
properly lu bricated only when
the en gine is runnin g. Ina de-
quate lu brication may damag e
the transmission.
 Always use the clutch while
chan gin g g ears to avoi d d am-
a g in g the en gine, transmission,
an d d rive train, which are not
d esi gne d to withstan d the
shock of force d shifting .
EAU16682
To start out an d accelerate
1. Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch.
2. Shift the transmission into first gear. The neutral indicator light
should go out.
3. Open the throttle gradually, and at the same time, release the clutch
lever slowly. 4. At the recommended shift points
shown in the following table, close
the throttle, and at the same time,
quickly pull the clutch lever in.
5. Shift the transmission into second gear. (Make sure not to shift the
transmission into the neutral posi-
tion.)
6. Open the throttle part way and gradually release the clutch lever.
7. Follow the same procedure when shifting to the next higher gear.
TIPWhen shifting gears in normal operat-
ing conditions, use the recommended
shift points.
EAU58270
To decelerate
1. Release the throttle and apply both the front and the rear brakes
smoothly to slow the motorcycle.
2. At the recommended shift points shown in the following table, shift
to a lower gear.
3. When the motorcycle reaches 20 km/h (12 mi/h), the engine is about
to stall or runs roughly, pull the clutch lever in, use the brakes to
slow the motorcycle, and continue
to downshift as necessary.
4. Once the motorcycle has stopped, the transmission can be
shifted into the neutral position.
The neutral indicator light should
come on and then the clutch lever
can be released.
WARNING
EWA17380
Improper brakin g can cause
loss of control or traction. Al-
ways use b oth brakes an d apply
them smoothly.
 Make sure that the motorcycle
and the en gine have sufficiently
slowe d b efore shiftin g to a low-
er gear. En gag in g a lower gear
when the vehicle or en gine
speed is too hi gh coul d make
the rear wheel lose traction or
the en gine to over-rev. This
coul d cause loss of control, an
acci dent an d injury. It coul d also
cause en gine or drive train dam-
a g e.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:YTZ12S
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 11.0 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light: LED
Front turn signal light:
LED
Rear turn signal light: LED
Auxiliary light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 2
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light: LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light: LED Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
ABS warning light:
LED
Cruise control “SET” indicator light: LED
Cruise control “ON” indicator light: LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Traction control system indicator/warning
light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Brake light fuse: 1.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
20.0 A
Parking lighting fuse: 7.5 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
20.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: 7.5 A ABS motor fuse:
30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: 20.0 A
Cruise control fuse:
1.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
O/P (option) fuse: 20.0 A
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INDEX
10-2
10
Tires ...................................................... 6-18
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Traction control system ........................ 3-27
Traction control system indicator/warning light.......................... 3-5
Troubleshooting.................................... 6-37
Troubleshooting charts......................... 6-38
Turn signal indicator lights ..................... 3-4
Turn signal light and tail/brake light ..... 6-35
Turn signal switch................................. 3-23VValve clearance .................................... 6-18
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 6-28
Wheels .................................................. 6-20
Windshield ............................................ 3-34
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