2021 YAMAHA TRICITY 300 brake light

Table of contentsSafety information ............................ 1-1
Further safe-riding points ............... 1-5
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Smart key system ........................... 3-1
Smart key system ........................... 3-1
Operating range of the smart key system......................................... 3-2
Handling of the smart key and mechanical keys ......................... 3-3
Smart key ....................................... 3-4
Replacing the smart key battery..... 3-6
Main switch .................................... 3-7
Stan din g assist ................................. 4-1
Standing assist ............................... 4-1
Instrument an d control functions ... 5-1
Indicator lights and warning
lights............................................ 5-1
Multi-function meter unit ................ 5-3
Handlebar switches ........................ 5-9
Front brake lever .......................... 5-10
Brake pedal .................................. 5-11
Rear brake lever ........................... 5-11
Parking brake lever ....................... 5-12
ABS .............................................. 5-13 Traction control system ................ 5-14
Fuel tank cap ................................ 5-15
Fuel ............................................... 5-16
Fuel tank overflow hose ................ 5-18
Catalytic converter ........................ 5-18
Storage compartment ................... 5-18
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies ................................. 5-20
Auxiliary DC jack ........................... 5-20
Sidestand ...................................... 5-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 5-22
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 6-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 7-1
Engine break-in ............................... 7-1
Starting the engine .......................... 7-2
Starting off ...................................... 7-3
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 7-3
Braking ............................................ 7-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 7-4
Parking ............................................ 7-4
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 8-1
Tool kit ............................................ 8-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 8-3 Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 8-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 8-4
Removing and installing the
panel............................................ 8-9
Checking the spark plug............... 8-10
Canister ........................................ 8-11
Engine oil and oil filter element..... 8-12
Why Yamalube.............................. 8-14
Final transmission oil .................... 8-14
Coolant ......................................... 8-15
Air filter and V-belt case air filter elements .................................... 8-17
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 8-21
Valve clearance............................. 8-21
Tires .............................................. 8-22
Cast wheels .................................. 8-23
Checking the front brake lever
free play..................................... 8-24
Checking the rear brake lever free play..................................... 8-24
Checking the parking brake ......... 8-25
Checking the front and rear brake pads ................................ 8-25
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 8-26
Changing the brake fluid .............. 8-27
Checking the V-belt ...................... 8-27
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Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ................8-28
Lubricating the front and rear brake levers................................8-28
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal ................................8-29
Checking and lubricating the centerstand and sidestand ........8-29
Checking the front fork..................8-30
Checking the steering ...................8-31
Lubricating the steering bearings .....................................8-31
Checking the wheel bearings ........8-31
Battery ...........................................8-32
Replacing the fuses .......................8-33
Vehicle lights .................................8-35
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ............................................8-35
Replacing the license plate light bulb ............................................8-36
Troubleshooting ............................8-36
Troubleshooting chart ...................8-38
Emergency mode .........................8-40
Vehicle care an d stora ge .................9-1
Matte color caution .........................9-1
Care .................................................9-1
Storage ............................................9-3 Specifications
................................. 10-1
Consumer information ................... 11-1
Identification numbers .................. 11-1
Diagnostic connector.................... 11-2
Vehicle data recording .................. 11-2
In dex ................................................ 12-1
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Standin g assist
4-1
4
EAU89245
Stan din g assistThe standing assist helps the rider to
keep the vehicle upright when
stopped, or when parking. When you
press the standing assist switch, the
assist will engage to help you to keep
the vehicle at its current lean angle.
WARNING
EWA20983
 When you push the vehicle, b e
sure to turn the vehicle power
off. Otherwise uninten ded d is-
en gag in g of the stan din g assist
coul d result. 
Always disen gag e the stan din g
assist un der the followin g situa-
tions. Otherwise uninten ded
loss of b alance coul d result an d
lea d to vehicle overturn.
When travelin g on roa ds with
o bstacles (e. g. roa d humps,
si dewalk)
When the vehicle is on un- pave d or rou gh groun d.
When the vehicle is on a slope.
Gettin g on an d off
When getting on the vehicle, make
sure the vehicle power is off, and apply
the front or rear brake.
When getting off the vehicle, apply the
parking brake and turn the vehicle
power off.
WARNING
EWA20993
When the vehicle is stoppe d with the
stan din g assist en gag ed , never step
on only one footrest, nor load lug-
g ag e unevenly on the vehicle. Other- wise uninten
ded loss of b alance
may result, which coul d lea d to vehi-
cle overturn.
Stan din g assist operation
WARNING
EWA21003
The stan din g assist can b e operated
even when the vehicle is leanin g.
Therefore, keep the followin g in
mind :
 Never en gag e the stan din g as-
sist while movin g. Otherwise
the vehicle will be hel d at an un-
inten ded lean an gle, which may
result in loss of control.
 Be sure to disen gag e the stan d-
in g assist b efore startin g off.
Otherwise the stan din g assist
will uninten ded ly disen gag e,
an d may cause loss of b alance.Engaging the standing assist1. Stop the vehicle and close the
throttle completely. The standing
assist indicator light starts flash-
ing.
1. Standing assist indicator light “ ”
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Instrument and control functions
5-1
5
EAU4939P
In dicator li ghts an d warnin g
li g hts
EAU88900
Turn si gnal in dicator li ghts “ ”
an d“”
Each indicator light will flash when its
corresponding turn signal lights are
flashing.
EAU88910
Hi gh beam in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU89121
Parkin g b rake in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
parking brake is applied.
EAU88880
Coolant temperature warnin g
li g ht “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
engine is overheating. If this occurs,
stop the engine immediately and allow
the engine to cool. (See page 8-39.)
For vehicles with a radiator fan, the ra-
diator fan(s) automatically switch on or
off according to the coolant tempera-
ture.
TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, the light
will come on for a few seconds, and
then go off. If the light does not come
on, or if the light remains on, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.NOTICE
ECA10022
Do not continue to operate the en-
g ine if it is overheatin g.
EAU88711
Malfunction in dicator li ght
(MIL) “ ”
This light comes on or flashes if a prob-
lem is detected in the engine or other
vehicle control system. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the on-
board diagnostic system. The electri-
cal circuit of the warning light can be
checked by vehicle power on. The light
should come on for a few seconds,
and then go off. If the light does not
come on initially when the vehicle pow-
er on, or if the light remains on, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
1. ABS warning light “ ”
2. Smart key system indicator light “ ”
3. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
4. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
5. Parking brake indicator light “ ”
6. Standing assist indicator light “ ”
7. High beam indicator light “ ”
8. Standing assist warning light “ ”
9. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
10.Traction control system indicator light “ ”
11.Malfunction indicator light “ ”1
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Instrument and control functions
5-2
5
NOTICE
ECA26820
If the MIL starts flashin g, re duce en-
g ine spee d to prevent exhaust sys-
tem damag e.TIPThe engine is sensitively controlled for
the on-board diagnostic system to de-
tect deterioration and malfunction of
the emission control system. Due to
this specification, the MIL may come
on or flash for vehicle modifications,
lack of maintenance, or excessive or
improper use of the vehicle. To prevent
this, observe these precautions.
 Do not attempt to modify the soft-
ware of the engine control unit.
 Do not add any electrical acces-
sories that interfere with engine
control.
 Do not use aftermarket accesso-
ries or parts such as suspension,
spark plugs, injectors, exhaust
system, etc.
 Do not change drivetrain specifi-
cations (chain, sprockets, wheels,
tires, etc.). 
Do not remove or alter the O2 sen-
sor, air induction system, or ex-
haust parts (catalysts or EXUP,
etc.).
 Maintain proper V-belt and drive
belt (if equipped).
 Maintain correct tire pressure.
 Do not operate the vehicle in an
extreme manner. For example, re-
peated or excessive opening and
closing of the throttle, racing,
burnouts, wheelies, etc.
EAU88890
ABS warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
vehicle is first turned on, and goes off
after starting riding. If the warning light
comes on while riding, the anti-lock
brake system may not work correctly.
WARNING
EWA16043
If the ABS warnin g li ght does not
turn off after reachin g 10 km/h (6
mi/h), or if the warnin g li ght comes
on while ri din g:
 Use extra caution to avoi d pos-
si ble wheel lock durin g emer-
g ency brakin g. 
Have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle as soon as possi ble.
TIPThe ABS warning light may come on
while revving the engine with the vehi-
cle on its centerstand, but this does
not indicate a malfunction.
EAU88930
Traction control system in dicator
li g ht “ ”
This indicator light will flash when trac-
tion control has engaged.
If the traction control system is turned
off, this indicator light will come on.
(See page 5-14.)TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, the light
should come on for a few seconds and
then go off. If the light does not come
on, or if the light remains on, have a
Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
EAU89252
Stan din g assist in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
standing assist can be used.
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Instrument and control functions
5-10
5
To disengage the standing assist,
press the switch twice.
EAU54213
Stop/Run/Start switch “ / / ”
To crank the engine with the starter,
set this switch to “ ”, and then push
the switch down towards “ ”. See
page 7-2 for starting instructions prior
to starting the engine.
Set this switch to “ ” to stop the en-
gine in case of an emergency, such as
when the vehicle overturns or when the
throttle cable is stuck.
EAU79500
Hazar
d switch “ ”
With the main switch in the “ON” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of an
emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.
NOTICE
ECA10062
Do not use the hazar d lig hts for an
exten ded len gth of time with the en-
g ine not runnin g, otherwise the bat-
tery may d ischarge.
EAU88941
“SEL/RES” switch
T h i s s w i t c h i s u s e d t o m a k e s e t t i n g a n d
display changes in the multi-function
meter unit. See page 5-3 for more in-
formation.
To use the “SEL” switch, move the
“SEL/RES” switch in direction (a). To
use the “RES” switch, move the
“SEL/RES” switch in direction (b).
EAU12902
Front brake leverThe front brake lever is located on the
right side of the handlebar. To apply
the front brake, pull this lever toward
the throttle grip.
1. “SEL/RES” switch
1(a)
(b)
1. Front brake lever
1
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Instrument and control functions
5-12
5
and brake pedal when the rear
brake lever is being pulled, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
 The unified brake system does not
operate when the front brake lever
is being pulled directly.
EAU89340
Parkin g b rake leverTo apply the parkin g b rake
Pull the parking brake lever upward
firmly.
To release the parkin g b rake
Pull slightly upward on the parking
brake lever, and then put it back in the
original position.TIPBe sure to check that the rear wheel
does not move when the parking brake
lever is applied.
WARNING
EWA21030
Never move the parkin g b rake lever
upwar d while the vehicle is movin g,
otherwise loss of control or an acci-
d ent may result. Make sure that the
vehicle is stopped before movin g
the parkin g b rake lever upwar d.
1. Parking brake lever1
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Operation and important rid ing points
7-2
7
EAU91750
Startin g the eng ineThe ignition circuit cut-off system will
allow engine start when the sidestand
is up.
To start the engine1. Turn the main switch on and set
the engine stop switch to the run
position.
2. Confirm the indicator and warning light(s) come on for a few sec-
onds, and then go off. (See page
5-1.)TIPDo not start the engine if the mal-
function indicator light remains on.
 The ABS warning light should
come on and stay on until the ve-
hicle reaches a speed of 10 km/h
(6 mi/h).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.3. Close the throttle completely. 4. While applying the front or rear
brake, push the start switch.
5. 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!
EAUM4280
TIPThis model is equipped with a lean an-
gle sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. In this case, the malfunction
Indicator light will come on but this is
not a malfunction. Turn the vehicle
power off and then back on again to
cancel the Indicator light. Failing to do
so will prevent the engine from starting
even though the engine will crank
when pushing the start switch.
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