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2-1
2
EAU00026
2-DESCRIPTION Left view1. Starter (choke) lever (page 3-10)
2. Air filter element (page 6-13)
3. Fuse box (page 6-32)
4. Helmet holder (page 3-12)
5. Rider seat lock (page 3-11)
6. Storage compartment (page 3-13)
7. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)8. Shock absorber assembly compression
damping force adjusting screw (page 3-16)
9. Main fuse (page 6-32)
10. Shift pedal (page 3-7)
11. Front fork compression damping force
adjusting screw (page 3-14)
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DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
Controls and instruments1. Clutch lever (page 3-7)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-5)
3. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
5. Tachometer (page 3-4)
6. Coolant temperature gauge (page 3-5)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-6)
8. Throttle grip (page 6-17)
9. Brake lever (page 3-8)
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3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ..................................... 3-1
Indicator and warning lights ................................ 3-2
Speedometer unit ................................................ 3-3
Tachometer .......................................................... 3-4
Self-diagnosis device ........................................... 3-4
Coolant temperature gauge ................................. 3-5
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................................... 3-5
Handlebar switches ............................................. 3-5
Clutch lever .......................................................... 3-7
Shift pedal ............................................................ 3-7
Brake lever ........................................................... 3-8
Brake pedal .......................................................... 3-8
Fuel tank cap ....................................................... 3-9Fuel ..................................................................... 3-9
Fuel tank breather hose .................................... 3-10
Starter (choke) lever........................................... 3-10
Seats ................................................................. 3-11
Helmet holder .................................................... 3-12
Storage compartment ....................................... 3-13
Adjusting the front fork ...................................... 3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ............ 3-15
Luggage strap holders ...................................... 3-17
EXUP system .................................................... 3-17
Sidestand .......................................................... 3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............................. 3-18
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3
EAU00027
3-INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EAU00029
Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
EAU00036
ON
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
EAU00038
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
EAU00040
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steeringPush the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
EW000016
WARNING
_ Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the motorcycle is
moving, otherwise the electrical
systems will be switched off, which
may result in loss of control or an
accident. Make sure that the motor-
cycle is stopped before turning the
key to “OFF” or “LOCK”. _1. Push.
2. Turn.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
EAU01590
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
and auxiliary light are on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
ECA00043
CAUTION:_ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. _
EAU03034
Indicator and warning lights
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU03201
Oil level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ”
and turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position or pull the clutch lever.
3. Push the start switch. If the warn-
ing light does not come on while
pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit.NOTE:_ Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when riding on
a slope or during sudden acceleration
or deceleration, but this is not a mal-
function. _
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. Oil level warning light “ ”
3. Fuel level warning light “ ”
4. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
5. High beam indicator light “ ”
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3
EAU02935
Fuel tank cap To 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 re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock. 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
NOTE:_ The 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. _
EWA00025
WARNING
_ Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding. _
EAU03753
Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
EW000130
WARNING
_ l
Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
l
Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
_
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
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EAU00186
CAUTION:_ l
Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth,
since fuel may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts.
l
For Germany only: Whenever
replacement is necessary, use a
fuel tank cap of the same spe-
cial design as the original.
_
EAU00191
NOTE:_ If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use
gasoline of a different brand or with a
higher octane grade. _
EAU02955
Fuel tank breather hose Before operating the motorcycle:l
Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.
l
Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if damaged.
l
Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather hose is not blocked,
and clean it if necessary.
EAU03839
Starter (choke) lever “ ” Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction
a to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction
b to turn off
the starter (choke). Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
20 L
Reserve amount:
4.5 L
1. Fuel tank breather hose
1. Starter (choke) lever “ ”
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3
EAU01698
Seats Rider seat
To remove the rider seat1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it as shown.
2. Pull the rider seat off.To install the rider seat
1. Insert the projection on the front of
the rider seat into the seat holder
as shown, and then push the rear
of the seat down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key.Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seat
1. Remove the rider seat.
2. Pull the passenger seat up.
To install the passenger seat1. Insert the projection on the rear of
the passenger seat and the hooks
on the front of the passenger seat
into the seat holders as shown,
and then push the seat toward the
back.
2. Install the rider seat.
1. Rider seat lock
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Projection
2. Hook (´ 2)
3. Seat holder (´ 3)
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