2015 YAMAHA XT1200ZE fuel

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 .............. 3-10
D-mode (drive mode).................... 3-24
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-24
Clutch lever .................................. 3-26
Shift pedal .................................... 3-27
Brake lever.................................... 3-27
Brake pedal .................................. 3-28
ABS .............................................. 3-28
Traction control system ................ 3-29
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-31
Fuel ............................................... 3-32
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ............................ 3-33
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-33
Rider seat ..................................... 3-34
Adjusting the rider seat height...... 3-35
Windshield .................................... 3-36 Adjusting the front and rear
suspension ................................ 3-37
Carriers.......................................... 3-42
Luggage strap holders .................. 3-42
Sidestand ...................................... 3-43
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-43
Auxiliary DC jack ........................... 3-45
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................ 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Shifting ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-3
Engine break-in ............................... 5-3
Parking ............................................ 5-4
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 cowlings... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-11
Final gear oil .................................. 6-14 Coolant ......................................... 6-15
Air filter element ............................ 6-17
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-17
Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-17
Valve clearance............................. 6-18
Tires .............................................. 6-18
Spoke wheels ............................... 6-20
Clutch lever................................... 6-21
Checking the brake lever free play ............................................ 6-21
Brake light switches ..................... 6-22
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-22
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-23
Changing the brake and clutch fluids .......................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the centerstand and sidestand........ 6-26
Lubricating the swingarm pivots......................................... 6-27
Checking the front fork ................. 6-27
Checking the steering................... 6-28
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-28U2KBE1E0.book Page 1 Monday, August 18, 2014 9:42 AM

SAFETY INFORMATION
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1Aftermarket Tires an
d Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
motorcycle were designed to match
the performance capabilities and to
provide the best combination of han-
dling, braking, and comfort. Other
tires, rims, sizes, and combinations
may not be appropriate. Refer to page
6-18 for tire specifications and more in-
formation on replacing your tires.
Transportin g the Motorcycle
Be sure to observe following instruc-
tions before transporting the motorcy-
cle in another vehicle.  Remove all loose items from the
motorcycle.
 Check that the fuel cock (if
equipped) is in the “OFF” position
and that there are no fuel leaks.
 Point the front wheel straight
ahead on the trailer or in the truck
bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
vent movement.
 Shift the transmission in gear (for
models with a manual transmis-
sion). 
Secure the motorcycle with tie-
downs or suitable straps that are
attached to solid parts of the mo-
torcycle, such as the frame or up-
per front fork triple clamp (and not,
for example, to rubber-mounted
handlebars or turn signals, or
parts that could break). Choose
the location for the straps carefully
so the straps will not rub against
painted surfaces during transport.
 The suspension should be com-
pressed somewhat by the tie-
downs, if possible, so that the mo-
torcycle will not bounce exces-
sively during transport.
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DESCRIPTION
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2
EAU10411
Left view
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6
7
8
9
10
1. Fuel tank cap (page 3-31)
2. Seat lock (page 3-34)
3. Carrier (page 3-42)
4. Final gear oil filler bolt (page 6-14)
5. Final gear oil drain bolt (page 6-14)
6. Coolant reservoir (page 6-15)
7. Shift pedal (page 3-27)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank) (page 6-11) 9. Engine oil drain bolt (crankcase) (page 6-11)
10.Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-11)
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trouble warning light is on, or while the
cruise control system is malfunction-
ing.
WARNING
EWA16361
If the cruise control system is not
workin
g correctly, the “ ” in dicator
lig ht will flash. If this occurs, turn the
cruise control system off an d have a
Yamaha dealer check it.NOTICE
ECA11591
If the display in dicates an error
co de, the vehicle shoul d b e checked
as soon as possi ble in or der to avoi d
en gine damag e.
EAU58924
Multi-function meter unit
WARNING
EWA12423
Be sure to stop the vehicle before
makin g any settin g chan ges to the
multi-function meter unit. Chan gin g settin
gs while ri din g can d istract the
operator an d increase the risk of an
acci dent.
TIPThe select switch “ / ” and the
menu switch “MENU” are located on
the left handlebar. These switches al-
low you to control or change the set-
tings of the multi-function meter unit.The multi-function meter unit is
equipped with the following:
 a speedometer
 a tachometer
 a clock
 a fuel meter
 an eco indicator
1. “RESET” button
2. “TCS” button
3. Clock
4. Tachometer
5. Speedometer
6. Transmission gear display
7. Function display
8. Information display
9. Fuel meter
10.Eco indicator “ECO”
11.Drive mode display
12.Traction control system mode display
GEARN
25
A.TEMP ˚C
Lo
C.TEMP˚C
0:00
TIME TRIP
89101112
12 3 567
4
1. Menu switch “MENU”
2. Select switch “ / ”
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3
a transmission gear display
 a drive mode display (which
shows the selected drive mode)
 a traction control system mode
display (which shows the selected
traction control system mode)
 a function display (which shows
the selected function)
 an information display (which
shows various information, such
as the odometer reading)
 a setting mode display (which al-
lows you to set, select, or reset the
items shown in the information
display)
 a self-diagnosis device
TIPBe sure to turn the key to “ON” be-
fore pushing the select
switch “ / ”, menu switch
“MENU”, “RESET” button and
“TCS” button.
 For the UK only: To switch the me-
ter displays between kilometers
and miles, see page 3-17.
Speed ometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s
traveling speed.
Tachometer
The electric tachometer allows the rid-
er to monitor the engine speed and
keep it within the ideal power range.
When the key is turned to “ON”, the ta-
chometer will sweep across the r/min
range and then return to zero r/min in
order to test the electrical circuit.NOTICE
ECAM1150
Do not operate the en gine in the ta-
chometer hi gh-rpm zone. Hi
gh-rpm zone: 7750 r/min an d
a b ove
Fuel meter
The fuel meter indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The display seg-
ments of the fuel meter disappear to-
wards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When the last segment
starts flashing, refuel as soon as possi-
ble.
When the key is turned to “ON”, all dis-
play segments come on once in order
to test the electrical circuit.
1. Tachometer
2. High-rpm zone
12
1. Fuel meter
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TIPThis fuel meter is equipped with a self-
diagnosis system. If a problem is de-
tected in the electrical circuit, all dis-
play segments start flashing. If this
occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check
the electrical circuit.Eco indicator
This indicator comes on when the vehi-
cle is being operated in an environ-
mentally friendly, fuel-efficient manner.
The indicator goes off when the vehicle
is stopped.TIPConsider the following tips to reduce
fuel consumption: 
Avoid high engine speeds during
acceleration.
 Travel at a constant speed.
 Select the transmission gear that
is appropriate for the vehicle
speed.
Transmission gear display
This display shows the selected gear.
This model is equipped with 6 gears.
The neutral position is indicated by the
neutral indicator light “ ” and by the
transmission gear display “ ”. When
the clutch lever is pulled or the vehicle
is stopped, “—” will be displayed. Drive mo
de 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 select them, see pages 3-24 and
3-26.
1. Eco indicator “ECO”
1
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. Transmission gear display
GEARN
25
A.TEMP ˚C
Lo
C.TEMP˚C
0:00
TIME TRIP
1
2
1. Drive mode display
1
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To increase the grip warmer tempera-
ture, push the “ ” side of the select
switch. To decrease the grip warmer
temperature, push the “ ” side of the
select switch.
NOTICE
ECA17931
 Be sure to wear g loves when
using the grip warmers.
 If the am bient temperature is 20
°C (68 °F) or hi gher, do not set
the grip warmer to the hi gh set-
ting .
 If the han dle bar grip or throttle
g rip becomes worn or dam-
a g ed , stop usin g the g rip warm-
ers an d replace the grips.
Selectin g the information displayThere are 3 information displays. The
selected information display can be
switched by pushing the select switch.
The following items are shown in the
information displays:
 an odometer display
 tripmeter displays
 a fuel reserve tripmeter display
 an estimated traveling range dis-
play
 an elapsed time display
 an air intake temperature display
 a coolant temperature display 
an average fuel consumption dis-
play
 an instantaneous fuel consump-
tion display
The items shown in each information
display can be selected.
To set or select the items shown, see
page 3-17.
Odometer display:
Tripmeter displays:“TRIP-1” and “TRIP-2” show the dis-
tance traveled since they were last set
to zero.
Off
Low
Middle Display
Setting
High
1. Information display
2. Display–1
3. Display–2
4. Display–3
GEARN
5.0
TRIP-1 km
7.0
TRIP-2km
km
20
ODO
GEARN
11
RANGE km
12.3
FUEL AVG km/L
km/L
12.3
CRNT FUEL
GEARN
25
A.TEMP ˚C
Lo
C.TEMP ˚C
0:06
TIME TRIP
3
4
2
1
20
ODOkm
5.0
TRIP-1km
7.0
TRIP-2km
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3When approximately 3.9 L (1.03 US
gal, 0.86 Imp.gal) of fuel remains in the
fuel tank, the last segment of the fuel
meter starts flashing. In addition, the
information display will automatically
change to the fuel reserve tripmeter
mode “TRIP-F” and start counting the
distance traveled from that point.
In that case, pushing the select switch
switches the display between the vari-
ous information displays in the follow-
ing order;
TRIP-F
→ Display–1 → Display–2 →
Display–3 → TRIP-F
To reset a tripmeter, use the select
switch to select the information display
that contains the tripmeter. Push the “RESET” button briefly so that the trip-
meter flashes, and then push the “RE-
SET” button again for at least 2
seconds while the tripmeter is flashing.
If you do not reset the fuel reserve trip-
meter manually, it will reset itself auto-
matically and the display will return to
the prior mode after refueling and trav-
eling 5 km (3 mi).
Estimated traveling range display:
The distance that can be traveled with
the remaining fuel in the fuel tank under
the current riding conditions is shown.
Elapsed time display:The time that has elapsed since the
key was turned to “ON” is shown. The
maximum time that can be shown is
99:59.
This display is automatically reset
when the key is turned to “OFF”.
TIPThere are also “TIME–2” and “TIME–3”
elapsed time displays, but they cannot
be set to the information display. See
“Setting mode” on page 3-17 for de-
tailed information.Air intake temperature display:The air intake temperature display indi-
cates the temperature of the air drawn
into the air filter case.
This display shows the air intake tem-
perature from –9 °C to 93 °C in 1 °C in-
crements. The temperature displayed
may vary from the ambient tempera-
ture.TIP
–9 °C will be displayed even if the
air intake temperature falls below
–9 °C.
GEAR4
3.4
TRIP-F km
11
RANGEkm
0:06
TIME TRIP
25
A.TEMP ˚C
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