Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
OWNER’S MANUAL
XT250D
1YB-28199-20
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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INTRODUCTION
WARNING
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the XT250D, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design
and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your XT250D. The Owner’s Manual
does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and
others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
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 there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
WARNING
NOTICE
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of
your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label
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is available from your Yamaha dealer.
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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3C5-21668-00
Cold tire normal pressure should be set
as follows.
Up to 90 kg (198 Ibs) load
FRONT : 125 kPa, ( 1.25 kgf / cm
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), 18 psi
REAR : 150 kPa, ( 1.50 kgf / cm
2
), 22 psi
90 kg (198 Ibs)
~
maximum load
FRONT : 150 kPa, ( 1.50 kgf / cm
2
), 22 psi
REAR : 175 kPa, ( 1.75 kgf /cm
2
), 25 psi
WARNING
BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ
THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS.
ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE
HELMET, eye protection, and protective clothing.
5GK-2118K-00
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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4AA-22259-40
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1YB-2118G-00
STATIONARY NOISE TEST INFORMATION
TESTED 82 dB(A) AT 3750 r/min
SILENCING SYSTEM : YAMAHA
IDENTIFICATION : 5XT
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Be a Responsible Owner
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As the vehicle’s owner, you are responsible for the safe and proper operation
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of your motorcycle.
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 instructions from
a competent source on all aspects
of motorcycle operation.
Observe the warnings and mainte-
nance requirements in this Own-
er’s Manual.
Obtain qualified training in safe
and proper riding techniques.
Obtain professional technical ser-
vice as indicated in this Owner’s
Manual and/or when made neces-
sary by mechanical conditions.
Never operate a motorcycle with-
out proper training or instruction.
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Take a training course. Beginners
should receive training from a certified instructor. Contact an authorized motorcycle dealer to find out
about the training courses nearest
you.
Safe Riding
Perform the pre-operation checks each
time you use the vehicle to make sure it
is in safe operating condition. Failure to
inspect or maintain the vehicle properly
increases the possibility of an accident
or equipment damage. See page 5-1
for a list of pre-operation checks.
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.
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• 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.
• Never maintain a motorcycle
without proper knowledge. Contact an authorized motorcycle
dealer to inform you on basic
motorcycle maintenance. Certain maintenance can only be
carried out by certified staff.
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 prac-
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tice 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
due to excessive speed or undercornering (insufficient lean angle
for the speed).
• 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.
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.
Always wear protective clothing
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that covers your legs, ankles, and
feet. The engine or exhaust system become very hot during or after operation and can cause burns.
A passenger should also observe
the above precautions.
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headaches,
dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may be
present even if you do not see or smell
any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of
carbon monoxide can collect rapidly
and you can quickly be overcome and
unable to save yourself. Also, deadly
levels of carbon monoxide can linger
for hours or days in enclosed or poorly
ventilated areas. If you experience any
symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately, get
fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.
Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine exhaust
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with fans or open windows and
doors, carbon monoxide can rapidly reach dangerous levels.
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Do not run engine in poorly venti-
lated or partially enclosed areas
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such as barns, garages, or carports.
Do not run engine outdoors where
engine exhaust can be drawn into
a building through openings such
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as windows and doors.
Loading
Adding accessories or cargo to your
motorcycle can adversely affect stabili-
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ty and handling if the weight distribution
of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid
the possibility of an accident, use ex-
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treme caution when adding cargo or
accessories to your motorcycle. Use
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extra care when riding a motorcycle
that has added cargo or accessories.
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Here, along with the information about
accessories below, are some general
guidelines to follow if loading cargo to
your motorcycle:
The total weight of the operator, passenger, accessories and cargo must
not exceed the maximum load limit.
Operation of an overloaded vehicle
could cause an accident.
Maximum load:
150 kg (331 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. Securely pack your heaviest items as
close to the center of the vehicle as
possible and 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.
• Properly adjust the suspension
for your load (suspension-adjustable models only), and
check the condition and pressure of your tires.
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• 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.
This vehicle is not designed to
pull a trailer or to be attached to
a sidecar.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle
is an important decision. Genuine
Yamaha accessories, which are available only from a Yamaha dealer, have
been designed, tested, and approved
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
Many companies with no connection to
Yamaha manufacture parts and accessories or offer other modifications for
Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a
position to test the products that these
aftermarket companies produce.
Therefore, Yamaha can neither endorse nor recommend the use of accessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
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mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories,
and Modifications
While you may find aftermarket products similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recognize that some aftermarket accessories
or modifications are not suitable because of potential safety hazards to you
or others. Installing aftermarket products or having other modifications performed to your vehicle that change any
of the vehicle’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and others
at greater risk of serious injury or death.
You are responsible for injuries related
to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Loading” when mounting accessories.
Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the performance of your motorcycle. Carefully 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 operator and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
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not recommended.
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.
Aftermarket Tires and Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
motorcycle were designed to match the
performance capabilities and to provide
the best combination of handling, braking, and comfort. Other tires, rims, sizes, and combinations may not be
appropriate. Refer to page 7-16 for tire
specifications and more information on
replacing your tires.
Transporting the Motorcycle
Be sure to observe following instructions before transporting the motorcycle in another vehicle.
Remove all loose items from the
motorcycle.
Check that the fuel cock (if
equipped) is in the “OFF” position
and that there are no fuel leaks.
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Point the front wheel straight
ahead on the trailer or in the truck
bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
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vent movement.
Shift the transmission in gear (for
models with a manual transmission).
Secure the motorcycle with
tie-downs or suitable straps that
are attached to solid parts of the
motorcycle, such as the frame or
upper front fork triple clamp (and
not, for example, to rubber-mounted handlebars or turn signals, or
parts that could break). Choose
the location for the straps carefully
so the straps will not rub against
painted surfaces during transport.
The suspension should be com-
pressed somewhat by the
tie-downs, if possible, so that the
motorcycle will not bounce excessively during transport.
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Left view
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1. Headlight (page 7-31)
2. Fuel tank cap (page 4-7)
3. Air filter element (page 7-14)
4. Helmet holder (page 4-10)
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view
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1. Fuse box 1 (page 7-30)
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2. Fuse box 2 (page 7-30)
3. Battery (page 7-29)
4. Main fuse (page 7-30)
5. Owner’s tool kit (page 7-2)
6. Engine oil level check window (page 7-12)
7. Engine oil filler bolt (page 7-12)
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Controls and instruments
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Clutch lever (page 4-6)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 4-5)
3. Indicator lights (page 4-2)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 4-1)
5. Multi-function display (page 4-3)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 4-5)
7. Brake lever (page 4-7)
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8. Throttle grip (page 7-16)
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Main switch/steering lock
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The main switch/steering lock controls
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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 and tail-
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light come on, and the engine can be
started. The key cannot be removed.
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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.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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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.
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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 or right.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” position, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
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To unlock the steering
1. Push.
2. Turn.
Push the key into the main switch, and
then turn it to “OFF” while still pushing
it.
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Indicator lights and warning
lights
1. Engine trouble warning light “”
2. Turn signal indicator light “”
3. Fuel level warning light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “”
5. Neutral indicator light “”
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Turn signal indicator light “”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left or
right.
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Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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High beam indicator light “”
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
1.8 L (0.48 US gal, 0.40 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”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
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Engine trouble warning light “”
This warning light comes on if a problem is detected in the electrical circuit
monitoring the engine. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
self-diagnosis system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
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can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
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If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
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a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
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Multi-function display
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Be sure to stop the vehicle before
making any setting changes to the
multi-function display. Changing
settings while riding can distract the
operator and increase the risk of an
accident.
1. Odometer/tripmeter (bottom)
2. Tripmeter (top)
The multi-function display is equipped
with the following:
a speedometer
an odometer
two tripmeters (which show the
distance traveled since they were
last set to zero)
1. “SELECT” button
2. “RESET” button
3. Clock
4. Speedometer
a fuel reserve tripmeter (which
shows the distance traveled since
the fuel level warning light came
on)
a clock
a self-diagnosis device
Be sure to turn the key to “ON” be-
fore using the “SELECT” and “RE-
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SET” buttons.
When the key is turned to “ON”, all
of the display segments of the
multi-function display will appear
one after the other and then disappear, in order to test the electrical
circuit.
Odometer and tripmeter modes
Pushing the “SELECT” button switches
the display between the odometer
mode “ODO” and the tripmeter modes
“TRIP” in the following order:
ODO TRIP (top) TRIP (bottom)
ODO
If the fuel level warning indicator flashes (see page 4-2), the tripmeter (bottom) display will automatically change
to the fuel reserve tripmeter mode
“F-TRIP” and start counting the distance traveled from that point. In that
case, pushing the “SELECT” button
switches the display between the various tripmeter and odometer modes in
the following order:
F-TRIP TRIP (top) TRIP (bottom)
ODO F-TRIP
1. Fuel reserve tripmeter
To reset a tripmeter, select it by pushing the “SELECT” button until “TRIP”
begins flashing (“TRIP” will only flash
for five seconds). While “TRIP” is flashing, push the “RESET” button 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).
The display cannot be changed back to
“F-TRIP” after pushing the “RESET”
button.
Clock mode
To set the clock:
1. Push the “SELECT” button and
“RESET” button together for at
least two seconds.
2. When the hour digits start flashing,
push the “RESET” button to set the
hours.
3. Push the “SELECT” button, and
the minute digits will start flashing.
4. Push the “RESET” button to set
the minutes.
5. Push the “SELECT” button and
then release it to start the clock.
Self-diagnosis device
1. Error code display
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
NOTICE
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This model is equipped with a self-diagnosis device for various electrical circuits.
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If a problem is detected in any of those
circuits, the display will indicate an error
code.
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If the display indicates such an error
code, note the code number, and then
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have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
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If the display indicates an error
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code, the vehicle should be checked
as soon as possible in order to avoid
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engine damage.
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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 “/”
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 released, the switch returns to the center
position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has returned to the center position.
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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
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with the starter. See page 6-1 for starting instructions prior to starting the engine.
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Clutch lever
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 4-12.)
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Shift pedal
1. Shift pedal
The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the motorcycle and is used in
combination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 5-speed constant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Brake lever
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1. Brake lever
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The brake lever is located on the right
side of the handlebar. To apply the front
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brake, pull the lever toward the throttle
grip.
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Brake pedal
1. Brake pedal
The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
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Fuel tank cap
To 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.
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
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 remove it.
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Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
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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.
3. Close the lock cover.
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding.
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
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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 engine and be sure that no one is sitting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vicinity 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. 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.
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1. Maximum fuel level
2. Fuel tank filler tube
3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. NOTICE: Immediately wipe
off spilled fuel with a clean, dry,
soft cloth, since fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
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4. Be sure to securely close the fuel
tank cap.
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Gasoline is poisonous and can
cause injury or death. Handle gasoline with care. Never siphon gasoline by mouth. If you should swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get some gasoline in
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