2018 YAMAHA NIKEN traction control

Instrument and control functions
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3 
excessive rear wheel spin is de-
tected while riding.
 a wheel is rotated by external forc-
es with the vehicle power on (such
as when performing mainte-
nance).
If the traction control system is dis-
abled, both the “ ” indicator light and
the “ ” warning light will come on.
Should this occur, try resetting the sys-
tem as follows. 1. Stop the vehicle and turn the vehi- cle off.
2. Wait a few seconds and then turn the vehicle back on. 3. The “ ” indicator light should
turn off and the system be en-
abled.
TIPIf the “ ” indicator light remains on af-
ter resetting, the vehicle may still be
ridden; however, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle as soon as possi-
ble.4. Have a Yamaha dealer check thevehicle and turn off the “ ”
warning light.
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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
With the key still inserted in the lock,
push down the fuel tank cap. Turn the
key 1/4 turn counterclockwise, remove
it, and then close the lock cover.
1. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
2. TCS display
3. Traction control system indicator light “ ”
3
2
1
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
1
2
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Operation and important ri din g points
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5
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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
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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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Index
10-2
10
Stop/Run/Start switch ............................ 3-4
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment ........................... 3-29
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-27TThrottle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-15
Tires ...................................................... 6-16
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Traction control system ........................ 3-21
Traction control system indicator light ... 3-6
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-33
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-35
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-5
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-4VValve clearance..................................... 6-16
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-1
Vehicle lights ......................................... 6-33WWheel bearings, checking..................... 6-29
Wheels .................................................. 6-18
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