Yamaha Road Star XV17ATSX, Road Star XV17ASXC, Road Star XV17AWXC, Road Star XV17ASX, Road Star XV17ATXC, Road Star XV17ATSXC, Road Star XV17ATX Owner's Manual
Specifications and Main Features
Frequently Asked Questions
User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
XV17AWX(C)
XV17ASX(C)
XV17ATX(C)
XV17ATSX(C)
LIT-11626-21-68
5VN-28199-14
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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.
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 you are
approaching 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 accidents involve inexperi-
enced 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 accidents have been caused
by error of the motorcycle operator. A typical error made by the operator is veering wide on a turn
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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, the 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. 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 that 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.
● A passenger should also observe
the above precautions.
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:
XV17ASX 191 kg (421 lb)
XV17ASXC 191 kg (421 lb)
XV17ATSX 177 kg (390 lb)
XV17ATSXC 177 kg (390 lb)
XV17ATX 177 kg (390 lb)
XV17ATXC 177 kg (390 lb)
XV17AWX 191 kg (421 lb)
XV17AWXC 191 kg (421 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 a 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
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. If the motorcycle
should lean over, gasoline may
leak out of the fuel tank.
● If you should swallow any gaso-
line, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor,
or allow gasoline to get into your
eyes, see your doctor immediately.
If any gasoline spills on your skin
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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.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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XV17ATX / XV17ATSX
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California only
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California only
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XV17ATX / XV17ATSX
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Left view
XV17AWX(C)/XV17ASX(C)
1. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-11)
2. Battery (page 6-33)
3. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
4. Fuse box (page 6-34)
5. Shift pedal (page 3-8)
DESCRIPTION
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-11)
2. Battery (page 6-33)
3. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
4. Fuse box (page 6-34)
5. Shift pedal (page 3-8)
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Right view
XV17AWX(C)/XV17ASX(C)
1. Main fuse and fuel injection system fuse (page 6-34)
2. Fuel tank (page 3-9)
3. Fuel tank cap (page 3-9)
4. Brake pedal (page 3-8)
5. Rear brake light switch (page 6-25)
6. Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-11)
7. Air filter element (page 6-16)
DESCRIPTION
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8. Transfer case oil level check bolt (page 6-14)
9. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut (page 3-15)
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Main fuse and fuel injection system fuse (page 6-34)
2. Fuel tank (page 3-9)
3. Fuel tank cap (page 3-9)
4. Windshield (page 3-12)
5. Brake pedal (page 3-8)
6. Rear brake light switch (page 6-25)
7. Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-11)
8. Air filter element (page 6-16)
9. Transfer case oil level check bolt (page 6-14)
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10.Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut (page 3-15)
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Controls and instruments
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-7)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6)
3. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-3)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-6)
6. Throttle grip (page 6-17)
7. Brake lever (page 3-8)
DESCRIPTION
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-7)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6)
3. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-3)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-6)
6. Throttle grip (page 6-17)
7. Brake lever (page 3-8)
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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 circuits are supplied with
power, and the meter lighting, taillight,
license plate light and position lights
come on, and the engine can be started. The key cannot be removed.
NOTE:
The headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays on
until the key is turned to “OFF”, even if
the engine stalls.
OFF
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All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK
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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Indicator and warning lights
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2
3
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1. Neutral indicator light “”
2. High beam indicator light “”
3. Left turn signal indicator light “”
4. Right turn signal indicator light “”
5. Engine trouble warning light “”
6. Fuel level warning light “”
Turn signal indicator lights “”
and “”
The corresponding 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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5
6
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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
3.4 L (0.90 US gal) (0.75 Imp.gal).
When this occurs, refuel as soon as
possible.
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, and then go off,
have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit.
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.
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Engine trouble warning light “”
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. (See page 3-5 for an
explanation of the self-diagnosis device.)
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.
Be sure to stop the vehicle before
making any setting changes to the
multi-function meter unit.
The multi-function meter unit is
equipped with the following:
● a speedometer (which shows the
riding speed)
● a fuel gauge
● an odometer (which shows the to-
tal distance traveled)
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● two tripmeters (which show the
distance traveled since they were
last set to zero)
● a fuel reserve tripmeter (which
shows the distance traveled on the
fuel reserve)
● a clock
● a self-diagnosis device
● a brightness control mode
NOTE:
Be sure to turn the key to “ON” before
using the “SELECT” switch “/”
and “RESET” switch, except for setting
the brightness control mode.
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2
1. “SELECT” switch “/”
2. “RESET” switch
Speedometer
1
3
1. Speedometer
When the key is turned to “ON”, the
speedometer needle will sweep once
across the speed range and then return
to zero in order to test the electrical circuit.
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Fuel gauge
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1. 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 3.4 L (0.90 US gal)
(0.75 Imp.gal) remain in the fuel tank. If
this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
When the key is turned to “ON”, the fuel
gauge needle will sweep once across
the fuel level range and then return to
the current amount in order to test the
electrical circuit.
Odometer, tripmeters and fuel reserve tripmeter
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1. Odometer/tripmeter/fuel reserve tripmeter
Push the “” side of the “SELECT”
switch to switch the display between
the odometer mode “ODO”, the tripmeter modes “TRIP A” and “TRIP B” in the
following order:
ODO → TRIP A → TRIP B → ODO
NOTE:
Push the “” side of the “SELECT”
switch to switch the display in the reverse order.
If the fuel level warning light comes on
(see page 3-2), the odometer display
will automatically change to the fuel reserve tripmeter mode “F-TRIP” and
start counting the distance traveled
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from that point. In that case, push
the “” side of the “SELECT” switch to
switch the display between the various
tripmeter and odometer modes in the
following order:
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F-TRIP → TRIP A → TRIP B → ODO
→ F-TRIP
NOTE:
Push the “” side of the “SELECT”
switch to switch the display in the reverse order.
To reset a tripmeter, select it by pushing the “” or “” side of the “SE-
LECT” switch, and then push the
“RESET” switch for at least one second. If you do not reset the fuel reserve
tripmeter manually, it will reset itself automatically, and the display will return
to the prior mode after refueling and
traveling 5 km (3 mi).
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Clock
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1. Clock
The clock displays when the key is
turned to “ON”.
To set the clock
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Push the “” side of the “SE-
LECT” switch and “RESET” switch
together for at least two seconds.
3. When the hour digits start flashing,
push the “” or “” side of the“SELECT” switch to set the hours.
4. Push the “RESET” switch, and the
minute digits will start flashing.
5. Push the “” or “” side of the“SELECT” switch to set the minutes.
6. Push the “RESET” switch and then
release it to start the clock.
Self-diagnosis device
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1. Error code display
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, and then the display will indicate a two-digit error code.
If the display indicates any error codes,
note the code number, and then have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
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CAUTION:
If the display indicates an error
code, the vehicle should be checked
as soon as possible in order to avoid
engine damage.
Brightness control mode
1
1. Speedometer panel
2. Brightness level
2
This function allows you to adjust the
brightness of the speedometer panel to
suit the outside lighting conditions.
To set the brightness
1. Turn the key to “OFF”.
2. Push and hold the “” side of the“SELECT” switch.
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3. Turn the key to “ON”, and then release the “SELECT” switch after
five seconds or more.
4. Push the “” or “” side of the“SELECT” switch to select the desired brightness level.
5. Push the “RESET” switch to con-
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firm the selected brightness level.
The display will return to the odometer or tripmeter mode.
Handlebar switches
Left
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2
3
1. Dimmer switch “/”
2. Turn signal switch “/”
3. Horn switch “”
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Right
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2
3
4
1. Engine stop switch “/”
2. “SELECT” switch “/”
3. “RESET” switch
4. Start switch “”
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Dimmer switch “/”
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
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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.
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Horn switch “”
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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The engine trouble warning light will
come on when the key is turned to “ON”
and the start switch is pushed, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
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“SELECT” switch “/”
This switch is used to perform selections in the odometer, tripmeter, to set
the clock, and to set the brightness
mode of the multi-function meter unit.
See “Multi-function meter unit” on page
3-3 for detailed information.
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“RESET” switch
This switch is used to perform selections in the tripmeter, to set the clock,
and to set the brightness mode of the
multi-function meter unit.
See “Multi-function meter unit” on page
3-3 for detailed information.
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Clutch lever
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1. Clutch 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
3-17.)
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Shift pedal
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Brake lever
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Brake pedal
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1. Shift pedal1. Brake lever1. Brake pedal
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 con-
The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handlebar grip.
The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
stant-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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Fuel tank cap
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. “” mark
3. Unlock.
4. Lock.
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.
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
3
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.
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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:
18.0 L (4.76 US gal) (3.96 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount (when the fuel
level warning light comes on):
3.4 L (0.90 US gal) (0.75 Imp.gal)
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
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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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Catalytic converters
This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
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WARNING
The exhaust system is hot after operation. Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down before doing any maintenance work.
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CAUTION:
The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.
● Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converters.
● Never park the vehicle near pos-
sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.
● Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
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