2018 YAMAHA NIKEN ECO mode

Instrument and control functions
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3
EAU84540
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.
The multi-function meter unit is
equipped with the following:
 speedometer
 tachometer
 clock
 fuel meter
 eco indicator
 transmission gear display
 drive mode display
 TCS display
 QS indicator
 multi-function display
 brightness and shift light control
modeTIPThe multi-function meter unit can
be set to kilometers or miles. To
switch between kilometers and
miles, set the multi-function dis-
play to the odometer, and then
push the “RESET” button for one
second.
 “ ” does not function.
1. “TCS” button
2. “RESET” button
1
2
1. Transmission gear display
2. QS indicator
3. Tachometer
4. Speedometer
5. Fuel meter
6. Eco indicator “ECO”
7. Multi-function display
8. Clock
9. TCS display
10.Drive mode display
3
4
5
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7
8
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Instrument and control functions
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TIPIf a problem is detected in the electrical
circuit, the fuel level segments will flash
repeatedly. If this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.Eco in dicator
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.
The neutral position is indicated by “N”
and by the neutral indicator light. Drive mo
de display
This display indicates which drive
mode has been selected: “1”, “2” or
“3”. For more details on the modes and
on how to select them, see page 3-18.
TCS display
1. Eco indicator “ECO”
1
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. Transmission gear display
1
2
1. Drive mode display
1. TCS display
1
1
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Instrument and control functions
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3 To adjust the display brightness
1. Turn the key to “OFF”.
2. Push and hold the “MENU”
switch.
3. Turn the key to “ON”, and then re- lease the “MENU” switch after five
seconds.
4. Push the “SELECT” switch up or down to select the desired bright-
ness level.
5. Push the “MENU” switch to con- firm the selected brightness level.
The control mode changes to the
shift light on / flash / off setting
function.
To set the shift light on / flash / off1. Push the “SELECT” switch up or down to select one of the follow-
ing style settings: On setting: the shift light will
come on when the set engine
speed is reached. This setting
is selected when the indicator
light is lit continuously.
 Flash setting: the shift light
will flash when the set engine
speed is reached. This setting is selected when the indicator
light flashes four times per
second.
 Off setting: the shift light is
deactivated. This setting is
selected when the indicator
light flashes once every two
seconds.
2. Push the “MENU” switch to con- firm the selection. The control
mode changes to the shift light on
r/min setting function.
To set the shift light on r/min
The shift light can be set between 6000
r/min and 12000 r/min in increments of
200 r/min. 1. Push the “SELECT” switch up or down to select the desired engine
speed for activating the indicator
light.
2. Push the “MENU” switch to con- firm the selected engine speed.
The control mode changes to the
shift light off r/min setting function. To set the shift light off r/min
The shift light can be set between 6000
r/min and 12000 r/min in increments of
200 r/min. Be sure to set the off r/min
to a higher engine speed than the on
r/min setting, otherwise the shift light
will not come on.
1. Push the “SELECT” switch up or down to select the desired engine
speed for deactivating the indica-
tor light.
2. Push the “MENU” switch to con- firm the selected engine speed.
The control mode changes to the
shift light brightness setting func-
tion.
To adjust the shift light brightness1. Push the “SELECT” switch up or down to select the desired shift
light brightness level.
2. Push the “MENU” switch to con- firm the selected brightness level
and exit the control mode.
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Operation and important ri din g points
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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.
EAUM3632
TIPThis model is equipped with:  a lean angle sensor. This sensor
stops the engine in case of a vehi-
cle turnover. If this happens, the
engine trouble warning light will
come on, but this is not a malfunc-
tion. Turn the vehicle power off
and then back on again to cancel
the warning light. Failing to do so
will prevent the engine from start-
ing 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.
EAU84620
Startin g the en gineUnder normal conditions, shift the
transmission into neutral before start-
ing the engine. To start the engine with
the transmission in gear, the sidestand
must be up and the clutch lever pulled.
To start the engine1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ”.
2. Turn the main switch to “ ”.
3. Confirm the following lights per-
form a circuit check. Coolant temperature warning
light
 Oil level warning light
 Engine trouble warning light
 ABS warning light
 Traction control system indi-
cator light
 Cruise control indicator lights
 Shift indicator light
 Immobilizer system indicator
lightTIP The ABS warning light should go
off after reaching a speed of 10
km/h (6 mi/h) or higher.
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Operation and important rid ing points
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5 
The neutral position indicator light
should be on when the transmis-
sion is in neutral.
NOTICE
ECA24110
If a warnin g or in dicator li ght does
not work as d escribed a bove, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.4. Push the start switch “ ”.
Release the start switch when the
engine starts, or after 5 seconds.
Wait 10 seconds before pressing
the switch again to allow battery
voltage to restore.NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum en gine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!
EAU84370
Shiftin gShifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.
The gear positions are shown in the il-
lustration.TIPTo shift the transmission into the
neutral position ( ), press the
shift pedal down repeatedly until it
reaches the end of its travel, and
then slightly raise it. 
This model is equipped with a
quick shift system. (See page
3-19.)
NOTICE
ECA23990
Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for lon g period s of time
with the eng ine off, and 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.
 Except when upshiftin g with the
quick shift system, always use
the clutch while chan gin g g ears
to avoi d d amag ing the en gine,
transmission, an d drive train,
which are not desi gne d to with-
stan d the shock of forced shift-
in g.
1. Gear positions
2. Shift pedal
2
1
1
N 2 3 4
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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EAU36112
CanisterThis model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere. Before operating
this vehicle, make sure to check the
following:
 Check each hose connection.
 Check each hose and canister for
cracks or damage. Replace if
damaged.
 Make sure that the canister
breather is not blocked, and if
necessary, clean it.
EAU1990E
Engine oilThe engine oil level should be checked
regularly. In addition, the oil must be
changed and the oil filter cartridge re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance chart.NOTICE
ECA11621
 In or der to prevent clutch slip-
pa ge (since the en gine oil also
lu bricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical add itives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a hi gh-
er quality than specified . In
a dd ition, do not use oils lab eled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
hi gher.
 Make sure that no forei gn mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
To check the en gine oil level
1. After warming up the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to settle.
2. With the vehicle on a level surface, hold it upright for an accurate
reading.
3. Look at the check window located at the bottom-right side of the
crankcase.TIPThe engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Canister
2. Canister breather
1
2
Recommen ded en gine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity: Oil change:2.40 L (2.54 US qt, 2.11 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 2.70 L (2.85 US qt, 2.38 Imp.qt)
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. O-ring
3. Engine oil level check window
4. Maximum level mark
5. Minimum level mark
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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EAU84960
Lu bricatin g the steerin g b ear-
in gsThe steering bearings must be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
chart.
EAU84970
Checkin g the wheel bearin gsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked by a Yamaha dealer at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance chart.
EAU50212
BatteryThe battery is located under the rider
seat. (See page 3-27.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
EWA10761
 Electrolyte is poisonous an d
d an gerous since it contains sul-
furic aci d, which causes severe
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Urea grease
1. Battery
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Negative battery lead (black)2 1
3
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Specifications
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Dimensions:Overall length:2150 mm (84.6 in)
Overall width:
885 mm (34.8 in)
Overall height: 1250 mm (49.2 in)
Seat height: 820 mm (32.3 in)
Wheelbase:
1510 mm (59.4 in)
Ground clearance: 150 mm (5.91 in)
Minimum turning radius: 2.8 m (9.19 ft)Wei ght:Curb weight:
263 kg (580 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Valve train: DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Inline
Number of cylinders: 3-cylinder
Displacement: 847 cm³
Bore × stroke:
78.0 × 59.1 mm (3.07 × 2.33 in) Starting system:
Electric starter
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades: 10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity: Oil change:2.40 L (2.54 US qt, 2.11 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 2.70 L (2.85 US qt, 2.38 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 1.93 L (2.04 US qt, 1.70 Imp.qt)Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity:
18 L (4.8 US gal, 4.0 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 4.0 L (1.06 US gal, 0.88 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:BD51 00
Drivetrain:Gear ratio:
1st:2.667 (40/15)
2nd: 2.000 (38/19)
3rd:
1.619 (34/21)
4th: 1.381 (29/21)
5th: 1.190 (25/21)
6th:
1.037 (28/27)Chassis:Track:410 mm (16.1 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 120/70 R 15 M/C 56V
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/A41F MRear tire:Type: Tubeless
Size:
190/55 R 17 M/C 75V
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/A41R MLoa din g:Maximum load:
195 kg (430 lb)
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