2019 YAMAHA NIKEN GT engine

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“AVE – –.– MPG”: the average dis-
tance that can be traveled on
1.0 Imp.gal of fuel
TIPTo reset the average fuel con-
sumption, push the “RESET” but-
ton for one second.
 After resetting, “– –.–” will be
shown until the vehicle has trav-
eled a sufficient distance.
 The display units cannot be
switched between “km/L”, “L/100
km”, and “MPG” in this mode;
change to the instantaneous fuel
consumption mode first.Coolant temperature The temperature of the engine coolant
from 40 °C to 124 °C is shown in 1 °C
increments.
If the message “Hi” flashes, stop the
vehicle, then stop the engine and let it
cool. (See page 6-36.)
TIP
When the coolant temperature is
below 40 °C, “Lo” will be dis-
played.
 The coolant temperature varies
with changes in the weather and
engine load.Air temperature The temperature of the air drawn into
the intake system from –9 °C to 50 °C
is shown in 1 °C increments.
TIP
–9 °C will be displayed even if the
air temperature falls below –9 °C.
 The temperature displayed may
vary from the actual ambient tem-
perature.Bri ghtness and shift light control
mo de
This mode cycles through five control
functions in the order listed below.  Display brightness
 Shift light on / flash / off
 Shift light on r/min
1. Coolant temperature display
1
1. Air temperature display
1
1. Brightness level display
1
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Shift light off r/min
 Shift light brightness
TIPThe brightness level display shows the
selected brightness level.To adjust the display brightness1. 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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EAU84550
D-mo de ( drive mo de)D-mode is an electronically controlled
engine performance system.
WARNING
EWA18440
Do not chan ge the d rive mo de while
the vehicle is movin g.With the throttle grip closed, push the
drive mode switch “MODE” to change
the drive mode. MODE 3
This mode offers response that is
somewhat less sharp compared to
MODE 2 for riding situations that re-
quire especially sensitive throttle oper-
ation.
MODE 2
This mode is suitable for various riding
conditions.
This mode allows the rider to enjoy
smooth and sporty drivability from the
low-speed range to the high-speed
range.
MODE 1
This mode offers a sportier engine re-
sponse in the low- to mid-speed range
compared to MODE 2.
TIPThe current drive mode is saved when
the vehicle is turned off.
EAU12822
Clutch leverThe clutch lever is located on the left
side of the handlebar. To disengage
the clutch, pull the lever toward the
handlebar grip. To engage the clutch,
release the lever. The lever should be
pulled rapidly and released slowly for
smooth clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See page
3-35.)
1. Drive mode display
2. Drive mode switch “MODE”
2
1
1. Clutch lever
1
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EAU84321
Shift pe dalThe shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine. To shift the trans-
mission to a higher gear, move the shift
pedal up. To shift the transmission to a
lower gear, move the shift pedal down.
(See page 5-2.)TIPWhen the quick shift system is turned
on, the shift switch senses shift pedal
movement and allows for upshifting
without operating the clutch lever.
EAU84560
Quick shift systemThe quick shift system (QS) allows for
full-throttle, clutch lever-less, electron-
ically-assisted upshifts. When the shift
switch detects motion in the shift ped-
al, engine power and drive torque are
momentarily adjusted to allow the up-
shift to occur.TIP QS operates when traveling at
least 20 km/h (12 mi/h) with an en-
gine speed of 4000 r/min or high-
er, and only when accelerating.
 QS does not operate when the
clutch lever is pulled.To turn the system off1. Turn the main switch off.
2. Move the shift pedal upward so
that the shift rod is partially re-
tracted into the shift switch, and
hold it in that position. 3. Turn the main switch on, and after
10 seconds release the shift ped-
al.
4. “ ” will disappear.
TIPTo turn on the quick shift system, per-
form the same procedure.
1. Shift pedal
2. Shift switch
2
1
1. Shift switch
2. Rod
1
2
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The ABS performs a self-check
when you first start off. During this
time a clicking noise from the hy-
draulic unit may be audible, and if
the brake lever or brake pedal is
applied a vibration can be felt, but
this is not a malfunction.
 The brake system will revert to a
conventional brake system in case
of ABS malfunction.
NOTICE
ECA20100
Be careful not to d amage the wheel
sensor or wheel sensor rotor; other-
wise, improper performance of the
ABS will result.
EAU76317
Traction control systemThe traction control system (TCS)
helps maintain traction when acceler-
ating on slippery surfaces, such as un-
paved or wet roads. If sensors detect
that the rear wheel is starting to slip
(uncontrolled spinning), the traction
control system assists by regulating
engine power as needed until traction
is restored.
WARNING
EWA15433
The traction control system is not a
su bstitute for ri din g appropriately
for the con ditions. Traction control
cannot prevent loss of traction d ue
to excessive spee d when enterin g
turns, when acceleratin g har d at a
sharp lean an gle, or while brakin g,
an d cannot prevent front wheel slip-
pin g. As with any vehicle, approach
surfaces that may be slippery with
caution an d avoi d especially slip-
pery surfaces.
1. Front wheel sensor
2. Front wheel sensor rotor
1
2
1. Rear wheel sensor
2. Rear wheel sensor rotor1
2
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The “ ” indicator light flashes when
traction control has engaged. You may
notice slight changes in engine and ex-
haust sounds when the system has en-
gaged.
The “ ” indicator light comes on
when traction control has been turned
off.
The TCS display indicates the current
TCS setting. There are three settings.
TCS “OFF” : Turns the traction control
system off.
TCS “1” : Minimizes traction control
system assist. TCS “2”
: Maximizes traction control
assist; wheel spin is most strongly con-
trolled.
TIP When the vehicle is turned on,
traction control is turned on and
set to “1” or “2” (whichever was
last selected).
 Turn the traction control system
off to help free the rear wheel if the
vehicle gets stuck in mud, sand, or
other soft surfaces.NOTICE
ECA16801
Use only the specifie d tires. (See
pa ge 6-16.) Usin g different size d
tires will prevent the traction control
system from controllin g tire rotation
accurately.Setting 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.
TCS settings can be changed only
when the vehicle is stopped and the
throttle closed.
 Push the “TCS” button to change
between TCS settings “1” and “2”.
 Push the button for two seconds
to turn the traction control system
off.
 Push the button again to turn trac-
tion control back on (TCS will re-
turn to the previous setting).
Resettin g the traction control sys-
tem
The traction control system will auto-
matically disable when:  a wheel comes off the ground
while riding.
 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).
1. “TCS” button
2. TCS display
3. Traction control system indicator light “ ”
1
3
2
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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.
EAU13076
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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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.
EAU13222
FuelMake sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING
EWA10882
Gasoline an d g asoline vapors are
extremely flamma ble. To avoi d fires
an d explosions an d to re duce the
risk of injury when refuelin g, follow
these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the en- gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vi-
cinity of sparks, open flames, or
other sources of ignition such as
the pilot lights of water heaters
and clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. When refueling, be sure to insert the
pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler
hole. Stop filling when the fuel
reaches the bottom of the filler
tube. Because fuel expands when
it heats up, heat from the engine or
the sun can cause fuel to spill out
of the fuel tank. 3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-
ately. NOTICE: Immediately
wipe off spille d fuel with a clean,
d ry, soft cloth, since fuel may
d eteriorate painted surfaces or
plastic parts.
[ECA10072]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap.
WARNING
EWA15152
Gasoline is poisonous an d can
cause injury or death. Han dle gaso-
line with care. Never siphon gasoline
b y mouth. If you shoul d swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of g as-
oline vapor, or g et some gasoline in
your eyes, see your doctor imme di-1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
1
2
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