Yamaha ROAD STAR, ROAD STAR MIDNIGHT SILVERADO User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

XV17AV(C)

XV17AWV(C)

XV17AMV(C)

XV17ATV(C)

XV17ATMV(C)

LIT-11626-19-45

5VN-28199-12

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INTRODUCTION

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha Road Star™. This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in the
production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and
reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If you
have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at
the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the
motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the
recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:

The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!

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WARNING

Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death
motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motor-

to the

cycle.

CAUTION:

NOTE:

A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the motorcycle.

A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

NOTE:

● This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycle

is subsequently sold.

● Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most

current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle
and this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.

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WARNING

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE “YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS” BOOKLET CAREFULLY
AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS MOTOR­CYCLE UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

AND UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES. REGULAR INSPECTIONS
AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE, ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS, WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY
THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MOTORCYCLE.

*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

AFFIX DEALER

LABEL HERE

XV17AV(C)/XV17AWV(C)/XV17AMV(C)/XV17ATV(C)/

XV17ATMV(C)

OWNER’S MANUAL

©2005 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

1st edition, May 2005

All rights reserved.

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in Japan.

P/N LIT-11626-19-45

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1

Location of important labels ...........1-5

DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1

Left view ..........................................2-1

Right view........................................2-3

Controls and instruments ................2-5

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL

FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1

Main switch/steering lock ................3-1

Indicator and warning lights ............3-2

Speedometer unit ...........................3-3

Self-diagnosis device .....................3-3

Fuel gauge .....................................3-4

Clock ..............................................3-4

Handlebar switches ........................3-5

Clutch lever ....................................3-6

Shift pedal ......................................3-6

Brake lever .....................................3-6

Brake pedal ....................................3-7

Fuel tank cap ..................................3-7

Fuel ................................................3-8

Fuel cock ........................................3-9

Starter (choke) knob .....................3-10

Locking the steering with a

padlock ......................................3-10

Rider seat .....................................3-10

Helmet holder ...............................3-11

Windshield

[XV17ATV(C)/XV17ATMV(C)]....3-12

Saddlebags [XV17ATV(C)] .......... 3-13

Sidecases [XV17ATMV(C)] .......... 3-13

Adjusting the shock absorber

assembly .................................. 3-14

Sidestand ..................................... 3-16

Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-17

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1

Pre-operation check list ................. 4-2

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT

RIDING POINTS ................................ 5-1

Starting and warming up a cold

engine ......................................... 5-1

Starting a warm engine .................. 5-2

Shifting ........................................... 5-3

Engine break-in .............................. 5-4

Parking ........................................... 5-5

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND

MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .......... 6-1

Owner’s tool kit .............................. 6-1

Periodic maintenance chart for the

emission control system ............. 6-3

General maintenance and

lubrication chart .......................... 6-4

Removing and installing the

panel ........................................... 6-8

Checking the spark plugs .............. 6-8

Canister (for California only) ........ 6-10

Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-10

Transfer case oil ...........................6-13

Cleaning the air filter element ......6-15

Carburetor ....................................6-16

Checking the throttle cable free

play ...........................................6-17

Valve clearance ............................ 6-17

Tires (For spoke wheel model) ..... 6-17

Tires (For cast wheel models) .....6-19

Spoke wheels ...............................6-22

Cast wheels ..................................6-22

Accessories and replacement

parts ..........................................6-22

Adjusting the clutch lever free

play ...........................................6-23

Adjusting the brake lever free

play ...........................................6-24

Adjusting the rear brake light

switch ........................................6-25

Checking the front and rear brake

pads ..........................................6-25

Checking the brake fluid level ......6-26

Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-27

Drive belt slack .............................6-27

Checking and lubricating the

cables .......................................6-29

Checking and lubricating the

throttle grip and cable ...............6-29

Checking and lubricating the

brake and shift pedals ............... 6-29

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Checking and lubricating the

brake and clutch levers .............6-30

Checking and lubricating the

sidestand ...................................6-31

Lubricating the swingarm pivots ...6-31
Lubricating the rear suspension ...6-31

Checking the front fork .................6-32

Checking the steering ...................6-32

Checking the wheel bearings .......6-33

Battery ..........................................6-33

Replacing the fuses ......................6-35

Replacing the headlight bulb ........6-36

Tail/brake light ..............................6-37

Replacing a turn signal light

bulb ...........................................6-38

Replacing a license plate light

bulb ...........................................6-38

Supporting the motorcycle ............6-39

Troubleshooting ............................6-39

Troubleshooting chart ...................6-40

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND

STORAGE ..........................................7-1

Care ................................................7-1

Storage ...........................................7-4

SPECIFICATIONS .............................8-1

Motorcycle noise regulation ........... 9-4

Maintenance record .......................9-5

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION,

U.S.A. STREET AND ENDURO
MOTORCYCLE LIMITED

WARRANTY ...............................9-7

YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE

(Y.E.S.) .......................................9-9

CONSUMER INFORMATION.............9-1

Identification numbers ....................9-1

Reporting safety defects .................9-3

SAFETY INFORMATION

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MOTORCYCLES ARE SINGLE
TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE
AND OPERATION ARE DEPENDENT
UPON THE USE OF PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE EX­PERTISE OF THE OPERATOR. EV­ERY OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW
THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS
BEFORE RIDING THIS MOTOR­CYCLE.
HE OR SHE SHOULD:

● OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUC-

TIONS FROM A COMPETENT
SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF
MOTORCYCLE OPERATION.

● OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND

MAINTENANCE REQUIRE­MENTS IN THE OWNER’S MAN­UAL.

● OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING

IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES.

● OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECH-

NICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED
BY THE OWNER’S MANUAL

AND/OR WHEN MADE NECES­SARY BY MECHANICAL CONDI­TIONS.

Safe riding

● Always make pre-operation

checks. Careful checks may help
prevent an accident.

● This motorcycle is designed to car-

ry the operator and a passenger.

● The failure of motorists to detect

and recognize motorcycles in traf­fic is the predominating cause of
automobile/motorcycle accidents.
Many accidents have been caused
by an automobile driver who did
not see the motorcycle. Making
yourself conspicuous appears to
be very effective in reducing the
chance of this type of accident.

Therefore:

• Wear a brightly colored jacket.

• Use extra caution when ap-

proaching and passing through
intersections, since intersec­tions are the most likely places
for motorcycle accidents to oc­cur.

• Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.

● Many motorcycle accidents in-

volve inexperienced operators. In
fact, many operators who have
been involved in accidents do not
even have a current motorcycle li­cense.

• Make sure that you are qualified
and that you only lend your
motorcycle to other qualified op­erators.

• Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.

• We recommend that you prac­tice riding your motorcycle
where there is no traffic until you
have become thoroughly famil­iar with the motorcycle and all of
its controls.

● Many motorcycle accidents have

been caused by error of the motor­cycle operator. A typical error
made by the operator is veering

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wide on a turn due to EXCESSIVE
SPEED or undercornering (insuffi­cient lean angle for the speed).

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• Always obey the speed limit and
never travel faster than warrant­ed by road and traffic conditions.

• Always signal before turning or
changing lanes. Make sure that
other motorists can see you.

● The posture of the operator and

passenger is important for proper
control.

• The operator should keep both
hands on the handlebar and
both feet on the operator foot­rests during operation to main­tain control of the motorcycle.

• The passenger should always
hold onto the operator, seat
strap, or grab bar, if equipped,
with both hands and keep both
feet on the passenger footrests.

• Never carry a passenger unless
he or she can firmly place both
feet on the passenger footrests.

● Never ride under the influence of

alcohol or other drugs.

● This motorcycle is designed for on-

road use only, therefore, it is not
suitable for off-road use.

Protective apparel

The majority of fatalities from motor­cycle accidents are the result of head
injuries. The use of a safety helmet is
the single most critical factor in the pre­vention or reduction of head injuries.

● Always wear an approved helmet.

● Wear a face shield or goggles.

Wind in your unprotected eyes
could contribute to an impairment
of vision which could delay seeing
a hazard.

● The use of a jacket, heavy boots,

trousers, gloves, etc., is effective in
preventing or reducing abrasions
or lacerations.

● Never wear loose-fitting clothes,

otherwise they could catch on the
control levers, footrests, or wheels
and cause injury or an accident.

● Never touch the engine or exhaust

system during or after operation.
They become very hot and can

cause burns. Always wear protec­tive clothing that covers your legs,
ankles, and feet.

● Passengers should also observe

the precautions mentioned above.

Modifications

Modifications made to this motorcycle
not approved by Yamaha, or the re­moval of original equipment, may ren­der the motorcycle unsafe for use and
may cause severe personal injury.
Modifications may also make your
motorcycle illegal to use.

Loading and accessories

Adding accessories or cargo to your
motorcycle can adversely affect stabili­ty and handling if the weight distribution
of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid
the possibility of an accident, use ex­treme caution when adding cargo or
accessories to your motorcycle. Use
extra care when riding a motorcycle
that has added cargo or accessories.
Here are some general guidelines to
follow if loading cargo or adding acces­sories to your motorcycle:

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Loading
The total weight of the operator, pas­senger, accessories and cargo must
not exceed the maximum load limit.

Maximum load:

XV17AMV 194 kg (428 lb)
XV17AMVC 194 kg (428 lb)
XV17ATMV 179 kg (395 lb)
XV17ATMVC 179 kg (395 lb)
XV17ATV 179 kg (395 lb)
XV17ATVC 179 kg (395 lb)
XV17AV 194 kg (428 lb)
XV17AVC 194 kg (428 lb)
XV17AWV 194 kg (428 lb)
XV17AWVC 194 kg (428 lb)

When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind:

● Cargo and accessory weight

should be kept as low and close to
the motorcycle as possible. Make
sure to distribute the weight as
evenly as possible on both sides of
the motorcycle to minimize imbal­ance or instability.

● Shifting weights can create a sud-

den imbalance. Make sure that ac­cessories and cargo are securely

attached to the motorcycle before
riding. Check accessory mounts
and cargo restraints frequently.

● Never attach any large or heavy

items to the handlebar, front fork,
or front fender. These items, in­cluding such cargo as sleeping
bags, duffel bags, or tents, can
create unstable handling or slow

steering response.
Accessories
Genuine Yamaha accessories have
been specifically designed for use on
this motorcycle. Since Yamaha cannot
test all other accessories that may be
available, you must personally be re­sponsible for the proper selection, in­stallation and use of non-Yamaha
accessories. Use extreme caution
when selecting and installing any ac­cessories.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.

● Never install accessories or carry

cargo that would impair the perfor-

mance of your motorcycle. Care-

fully inspect the accessory before

using it to make sure that it does

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not in any way reduce ground
clearance or cornering clearance,
limit suspension travel, steering
travel or control operation, or ob­scure lights or reflectors.

• Accessories fitted to the handle­bar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improper
weight distribution or aerody­namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be as
lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.

• Bulky or large accessories may
seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle due to aerody­namic effects. Wind may at­tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become un­stable in cross winds. These ac­cessories may also cause
instability when passing or being
passed by large vehicles.

• Certain accessories can dis­place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the free­dom of movement of the opera-

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tor and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
not recommended.

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● Use caution when adding electri-

cal accessories. If electrical acces­sories exceed the capacity of the
motorcycle’s electrical system, an
electric failure could result, which
could cause a dangerous loss of
lights or engine power.

Gasoline and exhaust gas

● GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMA-

BLE:

• Always turn the engine off when
refueling.

• Take care not to spill any gaso­line on the engine or exhaust
system when refueling.

• Never refuel while smoking or in
the vicinity of an open flame.

● Never start the engine or let it run

for any length of time in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poi­sonous and may cause loss of
consciousness and death within a
short time. Always operate your
motorcycle in an area that has ad­equate ventilation.

● Always turn the engine off before

leaving the motorcycle unattended
and remove the key from the main
switch. When parking the motor­cycle, note the following:

• The engine and exhaust system
may be hot, therefore, park the
motorcycle in a place where pe­destrians or children are not like­ly to touch these hot areas.

• Do not park the motorcycle on a
slope or soft ground, otherwise it
may fall over.

• Do not park the motorcycle near
a flammable source (e.g. a kero­sene heater, or near an open
flame), otherwise it could catch
fire.

● When transporting the motorcycle

in another vehicle, make sure that
it is kept upright and that the fuel
cock is turned to “ON” or “RES” (for
vacuum type) / “OFF” (for manual
type). If it should lean over, gaso­line may leak out of the carburetor
or fuel tank.

● If you should swallow any gaso-

line, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor,
or allow gasoline to get into your

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eyes, see your doctor immediately.
If any gasoline spills on your skin
or clothing, immediately wash the
affected area with soap and water
and change your clothes.

Location of important labels

Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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XV17ATV / XV17ATMV

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California only

4

California only

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XV17ATV / XV17ATMV

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Left view

XV17AV(C)/XV17AWV(C)/XV17AMV(C)

1. Shift pedal (page 3-6)

2. Starter (choke) knob (page 3-10)

3. Fuel cock (page 3-9)

4. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-10)

5. Battery (page 6-33)

6. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)

7. Fuse (page 6-35)

DESCRIPTION

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DESCRIPTION

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1. Shift pedal (page 3-6)

2. Starter (choke) knob (page 3-10)

3. Fuel cock (page 3-9)

4. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-10)

5. Battery (page 6-33)

6. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)

7. Fuse (page 6-35)

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Right view

XV17AV(C)/XV17AWV(C)/XV17AMV(C)

DESCRIPTION

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1. Passenger footrest

2. Fuel tank (page 3-7)

3. Fuel tank cap (page 3-7)

4. Brake pedal (page 3-7)

5. Rider footrest

6. Air filter element (page 6-15)

7. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut (page 3-14)

8. Muffler

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DESCRIPTION

XV17ATV(C)/XV17ATMV(C)

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1. Fuel tank (page 3-7)

2. Fuel tank cap (page 3-7)

3. Windshield (page 3-12/3-5)

4. Brake pedal (page 3-7)

5. Rider footrest

6. Air filter element (page 6-15)

7. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut (page 3-14)

8. Muffler

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Controls and instruments

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1. Clutch lever (page 3-6)

2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-5)

3. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)

4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)

5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-5)

6. Throttle grip (page 6-17)

7. Brake lever (page 3-6)

DESCRIPTION

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2-5

DESCRIPTION

XV17ATV(C)/XV17ATMV(C)

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1. Clutch lever (page 3-6)

2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-5)

3. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)

4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)

5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-5)

6. Throttle grip (page 6-17)

7. Brake lever (page 3-6)

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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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.

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ON

All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the headlight, meter light­ing, taillight, license plate light and posi­tion lights come on, and the engine can
be started. The key cannot be re­moved.

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OFF

All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.

LOCK

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The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re­moved.

To lock the steering

1. Push.

2. Turn.

1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.

2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po­sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.

3. Remove the key.

To unlock the steering

3

1. Push.

2. Turn.

Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.

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WARNING

Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving,
otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the vehicle is stopped be­fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Indicator and warning lights

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1. Fuel level warning light “”

2. High beam indicator light “”

3. Turn signal indicator light “”

4. Neutral indicator light “”

5. Engine trouble warning light “”

Turn signal indicator light “”

This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left or
right.

Neutral indicator light “”

This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.

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High beam indicator light “”

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This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.

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Fuel level warning light “”

This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately

3.5 L (0.92 US gal) (0.77 Imp.gal).
When this occurs, turn the fuel cock le­ver to the “RES” position and refuel as
soon as possible.

NOTE:

This model is also equipped with a self­diagnosis device for the fuel level de­tection circuit. If the fuel level detection
circuit is defective, the following cycle
will be repeated until the malfunction is
corrected: The fuel level warning light
will flash eight times, and then go off for

3.0 seconds. If this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.

Engine trouble warning light “”

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This warning light comes on or flashes
when an electrical circuit monitoring the
engine is defective. When this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the self­diagnosis system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. If the warning light does not come
on for a few seconds, then go off, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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Speedometer unit

1. Odometer/tripmeter/clock

2. Speedometer

3. Fuel gauge

4. Set button

5. Mode button

The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer, an odometer and two
tripmeters. The speedometer shows
riding speed. The odometer shows the
total distance traveled. The tripmeters
show the distance traveled since they
were last set to zero.
Pushing the mode button (left) switches
the display between the odometer
mode “ODO” and the tripmeter modes
“TRIP A” and “TRIP B” in the following
order:
ODO → TRIP A → TRIP B → ODO

To reset a tripmeter, select it by push­ing the mode button (left), and then
hold down the set button (right) for at
least one second. The tripmeters can
be used to estimate the distance that
can be traveled with a full tank of fuel.
This information will enable you to plan
future fuel stops.

NOTE:

This model is not equipped with a ta­chometer; however, it has a built-in en­gine speed limiter, which prevents the
engine speed from exceeding approxi­mately 4800 r/min.

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Self-diagnosis device

This model is equipped with a self-diag­nosis device for various electrical cir­cuits.
If any of those circuits are defective, the
engine trouble warning light will come
on or flash. If this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.

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CAUTION:

To prevent engine damage, be sure
to consult a Yamaha dealer as soon
as possible if this occurs.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Fuel gauge

The fuel gauge indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The needle moves
towards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When the needle reaches
“E”, approximately 3.5 L (0.92 US gal)
(0.77 Imp.gal) of fuel remain in the fuel

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tank. If this occurs, refuel as soon as
possible.

NOTE:

Do not allow the fuel tank to empty itself
completely.

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Clock

1. Clock

2. Set button

3. Mode button

The digital clock shows the time regard­less of the main switch position.

2. Press both the set button (right)
and the mode button (left) simulta­neously until the hours and min­utes flash.

3. Push the left button and only the
hour display will flash.

4. Push the right button to change the
hours.

5. Push the left button and only the
minute display will flash.

6. Push the right button to change the
minutes.

7. Push the left button and both the
hours and minutes will flash.

8. Push the right button for two sec­onds to set the clock.

To set the clock

1. Turn the key to “ON”.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Handlebar switches

Left

1. Dimmer switch “ / ”

2. Turn signal switch “ / ”

3. Horn switch “”

Right

1. Engine stop switch “ / ”

2. Start switch “”

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Dimmer switch “ / ”

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Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.

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Turn signal switch “ / ”

To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the center
position.
Since this model is equipped with a
self-canceling system, the turn signal
lights will self-cancel after the vehicle
has traveled both about 150 m (490 ft)
and for approximately 15 seconds.
However, the turn signal lights can also
be canceled manually by pushing the
switch in after it has returned to the cen­ter position.

NOTE:

The self-canceling system only oper­ates when the vehicle is moving, so that
the turn signal lights will not self-cancel
while you are stopped at an intersec­tion.

Horn switch “”

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Press this switch to sound the horn.

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Engine stop switch “ / ”

Set this switch to “” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen­cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.

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Start switch “”

Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.

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CAUTION:

See page 5-1 for starting instruc­tions prior to starting the engine.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Clutch lever

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Shift pedal

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1. Clutch lever 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever

The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. 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 igni­tion circuit cut-off system. (See page

The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com­bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 5-speed con­stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.

NOTE:

Use your toes or heel to shift up and
your toes to shift down.

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Brake lever

The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle­bar grip.

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Brake pedal

1. Brake pedal 1. Fuel tank cap lock cover

The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear

Fuel tank cap

2. “” mark

3. Unlock.

4. Lock.

brake, press down on the brake pedal.

To remove the fuel tank cap

Slide the lock cover open, insert 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 removed.

To install the fuel tank cap

1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the key inserted
in the lock and with the “” mark
facing forward.

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2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it, and
then close the lock cover.

NOTE:

The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly installed and locked.

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WARNING

Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding.

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Fuel

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1. Fuel tank filler tube

2. Fuel level

Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.

WARNING

● Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-

erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.

● Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-

gine.

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CAUTION:

Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac­es or plastic parts.

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Recommended fuel:

UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY

Fuel tank capacity:

20.0 L (5.28 US gal) (4.40 Imp.gal)

Fuel reserve amount:

3.5 L (0.92 US gal) (0.77 Imp.gal)

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CAUTION:

Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,
as well as to the exhaust system.

Your Yamaha engine has been de­signed to use regular unleaded gaso­line with a pump octane number
[(R+M)/2] of 86 or higher, or a research
octane number of 91 or higher. If

knocking (or pinging) occurs, use a
gasoline of a different brand or premi­um unleaded fuel. Use of unleaded fuel
will extend spark plug life and reduce
maintenance costs.

Gasohol

There are two types of gasohol: gaso­hol containing ethanol and that contain­ing methanol. Gasohol containing
ethanol can be used if the ethanol con­tent does not exceed 10%. Gasohol
containing methanol is not recom­mended by Yamaha because it can
cause damage to the fuel system or ve­hicle performance problems.

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Fuel cock

The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetor while filtering it al­so.
The fuel cock has three positions:

OFF

1. Pointed end positioned over “OFF”

With the lever in this position, fuel will
not flow. Always return the lever to this
position when the engine is not running.

ON

1. Pointed end positioned over “ON”

With the lever in this position, fuel flows
to the carburetor. Normal riding is done
with the lever in this position.

RES

This indicates reserve. If you run out of
fuel while riding, move the lever to this
position. Fill the tank at the first oppor­tunity. Be sure to set the lever back to
“ON” after refueling!

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1. Pointed end positioned over “RES”

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Starter (choke) knob “”

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Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction (a) to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction (b) to turn off
the starter (choke).

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Locking the steering with a padlock

In addition to the main switch/steering
lock, there are brackets on the right
side of the steering head pipe for lock­ing the steering with a padlock. To do
so, turn the handlebar until the holes in
the two brackets are aligned, and then
lock the steering with a suitable pad­lock.

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Rider seat

To remove the rider seat

1. Turn the key to “OFF”, and then
turn it to “OPEN”.

NOTE:

Do not push inward when turning the
key.

2. Pull the rider seat off.

To install the rider seat

1. Insert the projection on the rear of
the rider seat into the seat holder
as shown, and then push the front
of the seat down to lock it in place.

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