2020 YAMAHA NIKEN GT clutch

Table of contentsSafety information ............................ 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Instrument an d control functions ... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Handlebar switches ........................ 3-3
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-5
Cruise control system..................... 3-8
Multi-function meter unit .............. 3-11
D-mode (drive mode).................... 3-18
Clutch lever .................................. 3-19
Shift pedal .................................... 3-19
Quick shift system ........................ 3-20
Brake lever.................................... 3-20
Brake pedal .................................. 3-21
ABS .............................................. 3-21
Traction control system ................ 3-22
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-24
Fuel ............................................... 3-25
Fuel tank overflow hose ............... 3-26
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-27
Seats ............................................ 3-27
Helmet holding cable.................... 3-29
Storage compartment .................. 3-29
Rear view mirrors.......................... 3-30 Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-30
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly.................................... 3-32
Auxiliary DC jacks ......................... 3-33
Sidestand ...................................... 3-34
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-35
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 4-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 5-1
Engine break-in ............................... 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-2
Shifting ............................................ 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-4
Parking ............................................ 5-5
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 6-1
Tool kit ............................................ 6-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 6-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 6-5
Removing and installing the panel ............................................ 6-9
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Canister ......................................... 6-11 Engine oil ...................................... 6-11
Why Yamalube.............................. 6-13
Coolant ......................................... 6-14
Air filter element ............................ 6-15
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-15
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 6-16
Valve clearance............................. 6-16
Tires .............................................. 6-16
Cast wheels .................................. 6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 6-19
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-20
Brake light switches ..................... 6-20
Checking the front and rear brake pads ................................ 6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-23
Drive chain slack........................... 6-23
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-27UB5BE1E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 30, 2019 9:59 AM

Description
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Controls and instruments
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2
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6
5
3
4
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-19)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-3)
3. Auxiliary DC jack (page 3-33)
4. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-11)
5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-22)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-3)
7. Brake lever (page 3-20)
8. Throttle grip (page 6-16) 9. Grip warmer (page 3-14)
10.Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
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Instrument and control functions
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Adjustin g the set cruisin g speed
While the cruise control system is op-
erating, push the “RES+” side of the
cruise control setting switch to in-
crease the set cruising speed or the
“SET–” side to decrease the set speed.
TIPPushing the setting switch once will
change the speed in increments of ap-
proximately 2.0 km/h (1.2 mi/h). Hold-
ing the “RES+” or “SET–” side of the
cruise control setting switch down will
increase or decrease the speed contin-
uously until the switch is released.
You can also manually increase your
traveling speed using the throttle. After
you have accelerated, you can set a
new cruising speed by pushing the
“SET–” side of the setting switch. If you
do not set a new cruising speed, when
you return the throttle grip, the vehicle
will decelerate to the previously set
cruising speed.
Deactivatin g the cruise control sys-
tem
Perform one of the following opera-
tions to cancel the set cruising speed.
The “SET” indicator light will go off.  Turn the throttle grip past the
closed position in the deceleration
direction. 
Apply the front or rear brake.
 Squeeze the clutch lever.
 Use the shift pedal.
Push the power switch to turn off the
cruise control system. The “ ” indica-
tor light and the “SET” indicator light
will go off.
TIPTraveling speed decreases as soon as
the cruise control system is deactivat-
ed; unless the throttle grip is turned.Usin g the resume function
Push the “RES+” side of the cruise
control setting switch to reactivate the
cruise control system. The traveling
speed will return to the previously set
cruising speed. The “SET” indicator
light will come on.
WARNING
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It is d angerous to use the resume
function when the previously set
cruisin g speed is too hi gh for current
con ditions.
1. Cruise control setting switch “RES+/SET–”
2. Cruise control setting indicator light “SET”
1 2
1. Deceleration direction
1
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Instrument and control functions
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3 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.
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Clutch leverTo disengage the drivetrain from the
engine, such as when shifting gears,
pull the clutch lever toward to the han-
dlebar. Release the lever to engage the
clutch and transmit power to the rear
wheel.TIPThe lever should be pulled rapidly and
released slowly for smooth shifting.
(See page 5-3.)
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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 5-3.)TIPWhen the quick shift system is turned
on, the shift switch senses shift pedal
movement and allows for upshifting
without operating the clutch lever.
1. Clutch lever
1
1. Shift pedal
2. Shift switch
2
1
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Instrument and control functions
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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.
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Brake leverThe brake lever is located on the right
side of the handlebar. To apply the
front brake, pull the lever toward the
throttle grip.
The brake lever is equipped with a
brake lever position adjusting dial. To
adjust the distance between the brake
lever and the throttle grip, push the
brake lever away from the throttle grip
and rotate the adjusting dial. Make
sure the setting number on the adjust-
ing dial aligns with the match mark on
the brake lever.
1. Shift switch
2. Rod
1
2
1. Brake lever
2. Distance
3. Brake lever position adjusting dial
4. Match mark3
4
1
2
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Instrument and control functions
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Ig nition circuit cut-off systemThis system prevents in-gear engine
starts unless the clutch lever is pulled
and the sidestand is up. Also, it will
stop the running engine should the
sidestand be lowered while the trans-
mission is in gear.
Periodically check the system via the
following procedure.TIP This check is most reliable if per-
formed with a warmed-up engine.
 See pages 3-2 and 3-3 for switch
operation information.
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Instrument and control functions
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With the engine turned off:
1.Place vehicle on centerstand.
2.Move the sidestand down.
3.Set engine stop switch to run position.
4.Turn main switch to on position.
5.Shift transmission into neutral.
6.Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
7. Move the sidestand up.
8. Pull the clutch lever.
9. Shift transmission into gear.
10. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
11. Move the sidestand up.
12. Pull the clutch lever.
13. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES NO YES NO YES NO
The neutral switch may not be working.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may not be working.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The sidestand switch may not be working.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
The vehicle must be placed on the
centerstand during this inspection.
If a malfunction is found, have the vehicle
inspected before riding.
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
4-2
4
Rear brake • Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-21, 6-22
Clutch • Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
6-19
Throttle grip • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca-
ble and grip housing. 6-16, 6-26
Control ca bles • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary. 6-25
Drive chain • Check chain slack.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary.
6-23, 6-25
Wheels an d tires • Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
6-16, 6-19
Brake an d shift pe dals • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary. 6-26
Brake an d clutch levers • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
6-27
Centerstan d, si destan d • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.
6-27
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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