
Instrument and control functions
3-8
3 The clock uses a 12-hour time system.
TIPWhen the main switch is turned off, the
clock can be viewed by pushing the
top set button.To set the clock1.
2. Push the bottom set button and
top set button together until the
hour digits start flashing.
3. Push the bottom set button to set
the hours.
4. Push the top set button and the
minute digits will start flashing.
5. Push the bottom set button to set
the minutes.
6. Push the top set button to confirm
settings and start the clock.TIPWhen setting the hours and minutes,
push the bottom set button briefly to
increase the increment value one by
one, or push and hold the button to in-
crease the increment value continu-
ously.
OFF-ROAD Indicator
This indicator comes on when the ABS
has been manually disabled.
To switch off the ABS1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. The vehicle being stationary, push
the “OFF-ROAD ABS ON/OFF”
button until the “ABS OFF” warn-
ing light starts flashing, then re-
lease the button.
3. The “ABS OFF” warning light and
“OFF-ROAD” indicator will come
on simultaneously.TIPThe ABS will be disabled until the key
switch is turned to Ž (stop) when
the engine is running or you stop the
ROADŽ indicator will turn off.
WARNING
EWAM1050
Always ride on paved roads with the
ABS turned on. Riding on public
roads with the ABS disabled may beillegal and void your insurance. Turn
the ABS off only when riding on non-
paved surfaces.
Multi-function display
The multi-function display can show:
an odometer
two tripmeters
a countdown tripmeter
a fuel reserve tripmeter
an instantaneous fuel consump-
tion display
an average fuel consumption dis-
play
a coolant temperature display
an air temperature display
a brightness control mode1. Multi-function display
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EAU26827
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.
EAU12944
Brake pedalThe brake pedal is located on the right
side of the motorcycle. To apply the
rear brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
EAUM4100
ABSThe anti-lock brake system (ABS) acts
on the front and rear brakes indepen-
dently.
WARNING
EWA16051
Always keep a sufficient distance
from the vehicle ahead to match the
riding speed even with ABS.
The ABS performs best with
long braking distances.
On certain surfaces, such as
rough or gravel roads, the brak-
ing distance may be longer with
the ABS than without.How to operate the brakes
Operate the brake lever and brake
pedal the same as you would conven-
tional brakes. If wheel slip is detected
while braking, ABS will activate and a
pulsating sensation may be felt at the
brake lever or brake pedal. Continue to
apply the brakes and let the ABS work.
Do not pump the brakes as this will re-
duce braking effectiveness.
1. Brake lever
2. Distance between brake lever and throttle
grip
3. Brake lever position adjusting dial
4. Match mark
1
4
3
2
1. Brake pedal
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3 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 damage the wheel
sensor or wheel sensor rotor; other-
wise, improper performance of the
ABS will result.
TIPWhen riding off-road, the ABS can be
disabled. (See page 3-8.)
WARNING
EWAM1050
Always ride on paved roads with the
ABS turned on. Riding on public
roads with the ABS disabled may be
illegal and void your insurance. Turn
the ABS off only when riding on non-
paved surfaces.
EAUM1794
Fuel tank capTo remove the fuel tank cap
1. Open the fuel tank cap lock cover.
2. Insert the key into the lock and
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock
will be released and the fuel tank
cap can be removed.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Push and install the fuel tank cap
into position with the key inserted
in the lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then re-
move it.
1. Front wheel sensor
2. Front wheel sensor rotor21
1. Rear wheel sensor
2. Rear wheel sensor rotor12
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
1
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TIPThe fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly installed and
locked.3. Close the lock cover.
WARNING
EWA11142
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding.
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
EAU13222
FuelMake sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING
EWA10882
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are
extremely flammable. To avoid fires
and explosions and to reduce the
risk of injury when refueling, 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 spilled fuel with a clean,
dry, soft cloth, since fuel may
deteriorate painted surfaces or
plastic parts.
[ECA10072]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel
tank cap.
WARNING
EWA15152
Gasoline is poisonous and can
cause injury or death. Handle gaso-
line with care. Never siphon gasoline
by mouth. If you should swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas-
oline vapor, or get some gasoline in
your eyes, see your doctor immedi-1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
2
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3
EAU80200
Fuel tank overflow hoseBefore operating the vehicle:
Check the fuel tank overflow hose
connection.
Check the fuel tank overflow hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if necessary.
Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank overflow hose is not blocked,
and clean it if necessary.
Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank overflow hose is positioned
as shown.TIPSee page 6-10 for canister information.
EAU13435
Catalytic converterThe exhaust system contains catalytic
converter(s) to reduce harmful exhaust
emissions.
WARNING
EWA10863
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
burns:
Do not park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
Park the vehicle in a place
where pedestrians or children
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before
doing any maintenance work.
Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up of
heat.
EAUM4110
SeatsPassenger seat
To remove the passenger seat1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn the key counter-
clockwise.
2. Lift the rear of the passenger seat
and pull it backward.
1. Canister breather hose
1
1. Seat lock
2. Unlock.
3. Passenger seat
2
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EAU39612
Adjusting the headlight beamsThe headlight beam adjusting knobs
are used to raise or lower the height of
the headlight beams. It may be neces-
sary to adjust the headlight beams to
increase visibility and help prevent
blinding oncoming drivers when carry-
ing more or less load than usual. Obey
local laws and regulations when ad-
justing the headlights.
To raise the headlight beams, turn the
knobs in direction (a). To lower the
headlight beams, turn the knobs in di-
rection (b).
EAU45205
Adjusting the front fork
WARNING
EWA10181
Always adjust both fork legs equally,
otherwise poor handling and loss of
stability may result.This front fork is equipped with re-
bound damping force adjusting screws
and compression damping force ad-
justing screws.NOTICE
ECA10102
To avoid damaging the mechanism,
do not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings.Rebound damping force
Turn the adjusting screw in direction (a)
to increase the rebound damping
force.
Turn the adjusting screw in direction (b)
to decrease the rebound damping
force.
To set the rebound damping force, turn
the adjuster in direction (a) until it
stops, and then count the clicks in di-
rection (b).
TIPWhen turning the damping force
adjuster in direction (a), the 0 click
position and the 1 click position
may be the same.
When turning the damping force
adjuster in direction (b), it may
click beyond the stated specifica-
1. Headlight beam adjusting knob
(a)
(a) (b)
(b)
1
1. Rebound damping force adjusting screwRebound damping setting:
Minimum (soft):
31 click(s) in direction (b)
Standard:
17 click(s) in direction (b)
Maximum (hard):
0 click(s) in direction (b)
1
(b)(a)
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EAU14796
Front fork bleedingWhen riding in extremely rough condi-
tions, the air temperature and pressure
in the front fork will rise and harden the
suspension. If this occurs, bleed the air
from each fork leg.
WARNING
EWA10201
Always bleed both fork legs, other-
wise poor handling and loss of sta-
bility may result.1. If possible, elevate the vehicle so
the front wheel is off the ground.
(See page 6-34.)TIPWhen bleeding the front fork, do not
apply any pressure or weight on the
front end of the vehicle.2. Remove the bleed screws and al-
low all of the air to escape from
each fork leg.3. Install the bleed screws.
4. Lower the front wheel so that it is
on the ground, and then put the
sidestand down.
EAUM4120
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblyThis shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
er and rebound and compression
damping force adjusters.NOTICE
ECA10102
To avoid damaging the mechanism,
do not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings.Spring preload
Turn the adjuster in direction (a) to in-
crease the spring preload.
Turn the adjuster in direction (b) to de-
crease the spring preload.
1. Bleed screw
1
1. Spring preload adjusting knob
1
(b)(a)
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TIPWhen turning the damping force
adjuster in direction (a), the 0 click
position and the 1 click position
may be the same.
When turning the damping force
adjuster in direction (b), it may
click beyond the stated specifica-
tions, however such adjustments
are ineffective and may damage
the suspension.
WARNING
EWA10222
This shock absorber assembly con-
tains highly pressurized nitrogen
gas. Read and understand the fol-
lowing information before handling
the shock absorber assembly.Do not tamper with or attempt
to open the cylinder assembly.
Do not subject the shock ab-
sorber assembly to an open
flame or other high heat source.
This may cause the unit to ex-
plode due to excessive gas
pressure.
Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.
Do not dispose of a damaged or
worn-out shock ab
sorber as-
sembly yourself. Take the shock
absorber assembly to a Yamaha
dealer for any service.
EAU84680
Luggage strap holdersUse the indicated strap points to se-
cure luggage ties to the vehicle.
Compression damping setting:
Unit for adjustment:
Click
Minimum (soft):
18
Standard:
15
Maximum (hard):
0
1. Luggage strap holder
1
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