Yamaha YZF R6P, YZF R6PC User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
YZF-R6P
YZF-R6PC
5MT-28199-11LIT-11626-15-32
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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YZF-R6/YZF-R6C. 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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CAUTION:
NOTE:
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle.
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.
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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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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 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.
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YZF-R6P/YZF-R6PC OWNERS MANUAL
© 2001 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st edition, July 2001
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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 SAFETY INFORMATION
2 DESCRIPTION
3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
5 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
8 SPECIFICATIONS
9 CONSUMER INFORMATION
INDEX
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SAFETY INFORMATION

Safe riding .......................................................................................... 1-1
Protective apparel .............................................................................. 1-3
Modifications ...................................................................................... 1-3
Loading and accessories ................................................................... 1-3
Gasoline and exhaust gas.................................................................. 1-5
Location of important labels .............................................................. 1-7
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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 BE-
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FORE RIDING THIS MOTORCYCLE. HE OR SHE SHOULD:
1. OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUCTIONS FROM A COMPETENT SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF MOTORCYCLE OPERATION.
2. OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS IN THE OWNERS MANU­AL.
3. OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES.
4. OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED BY THE OWNERS MANUAL AND/OR WHEN MADE NECESSARY BY MECHANICAL CONDITIONS.
Safe riding
1. Always make pre-operation checks. Careful checks may help prevent an accident.
2. This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and a passenger.
3. 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:
a. Wear a brightly colored jacket. b. Use extra caution when you are approaching and passing through intersections, since intersec-
tions are the most likely places for motorcycle accidents to occur.
c. Ride where other motorists can see you. Avoid riding in another motorists blind spot.
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4. Many accidents involve inexperienced operators. In fact, many operators who have been involved in accidents do not even have a current motorcycle license. a. Make sure that you are qualified and that you only lend your motorcycle to other qualified opera-
tors. b. Know your skills and limits. Staying within your limits may help you to avoid an accident. c. 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.
5. 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). a. Always obey the speed limit and never travel faster than warranted by road and traffic conditions. b. Always signal before turning or changing lanes. Make sure that other motorists can see you.
6. The posture of the operator and passenger is important for proper control. a. The operator should keep both hands on the handlebar and both feet on the operator footrests
during operation to maintain control of the motorcycle.
b. 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.
c. Never carry a passenger unless he or she can firmly place both feet on the passenger footrests.
7. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
8. This motorcycle is designed for on-road use only. It is not suitable for off-road use.
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Protective apparel
The majority of fatalities from motorcycle accidents are the result of head injuries. The use of a safety
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helmet is the single most critical factor in the prevention or reduction of head injuries.
1. Always wear an approved helmet.
2. Wear a face shield or goggles. Wind in your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of vi­sion that could delay seeing a hazard.
3. The use of a jacket, heavy boots, trousers, gloves, etc., is effective in preventing or reducing abra­sions or lacerations.
4. Never wear loose-fitting clothes, otherwise they could catch on the control levers, footrests, or wheels and cause injury or an accident.
5. 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.
6. 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 of YZF-R6: 417lb (189 kg)/YZF-R6C: 415 lb (188 kg). When loading within this weight limit, keep the following in mind:
1. 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.
2. Shifting weights can create a sudden imbalance. Make sure that accessories and cargo are securely attached to the motorcycle before riding. Check accessory mounts and cargo restraints frequently.
3. 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 “Loading” when mounting acces­sories.
1. 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.
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a. 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.
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b. 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.
c. Certain accessories can displace the operator from his or her normal riding position. This improp-
er position limits the freedom of movement of the operator and may limit control ability, therefore, such accessories are not recommended.
2. Use caution when adding electrical accessories. If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycles electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could cause a dangerous loss of lights or engine power.
Gasoline and exhaust gas
1. GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: a. Always turn the engine off when refueling. b. Take care not to spill any gasoline on the engine or exhaust system when refueling. c. Never refuel while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame.
2. 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.
3. 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:
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a. The engine and exhaust system may be hot. Park the motorcycle in a place where pedestrians or
children are not likely to touch these hot areas. b. Do not park the motorcycle on a slope or soft ground, otherwise it may fall over. c. Do not park the motorcycle near a flammable source (e.g., a kerosene heater, or near an open
flame), otherwise it could catch fire.
4. 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 carburetor or fuel tank.
5. If you should swallow any gasoline, 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 or clothing, immediately wash the affected area with soap and water and change your clothes.
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Location of important labels
Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this motorcycle.
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California only
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EMISSION HOSE ROUTING
FROM FUEL TANK
CANISTER
CARB.
TO ATMOSPHERE
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YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD.
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DESCRIPTION

Left view ............................................................................................. 2-1
Right view........................................................................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ................................................................... 2-3
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DESCRIPTION
Left view
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1. Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-17)
2. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-17)
3. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-16)
4. Air filter element (page 6-19)
5. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-19)
6. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-18)
7. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting knob (page 3-18)
8. Shift pedal (page 3-9)
9. Coolant reservoir (page 6-15)
10. Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-13)
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Right view
DESCRIPTION
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11. Luggage strap holders (page 3-21)
12. Owners tool kit (page 6-1)
13. Fuses (page 6-39)
14. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-30)
15. Radiator cap (page 6-17)
16. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-30)
17. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-12)
18. Engine oil dipstick (page 6-12)
19. Brake pedal (page 3-10)
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DESCRIPTION
Controls and instruments
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-9)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-7)
3. Starter (choke) lever (page 3-13)
4. Speedometer unit (page 3-5)
5. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
6. Tachometer (page 3-6)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-8)
8. Throttle grip (page 6-22)
9. Brake lever (page 3-9)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Main switch/steering lock .................................................................. 3-1
Indicator and warning lights .............................................................. 3-2
Speedometer unit .............................................................................. 3-5
Tachometer ....................................................................................... 3-6
Self-diagnosis device ........................................................................ 3-7
Handlebar switches ........................................................................... 3-7
Clutch lever ....................................................................................... 3-9
Shift pedal ......................................................................................... 3-9
Brake lever ........................................................................................ 3-9
Brake pedal ..................................................................................... 3-10
Fuel tank cap ................................................................................... 3-11
Fuel ................................................................................................. 3-11
Starter (choke) lever......................................................................... 3-13
Seats ............................................................................................... 3-13
Helmet holders ................................................................................ 3-15
Storage compartment ..................................................................... 3-15
Adjusting the front fork .................................................................... 3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly .......................................... 3-18
Matching the front and rear suspension settings ............................ 3-20
Luggage strap holders .................................................................... 3-21
Sidestand ........................................................................................ 3-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........................................................... 3-22
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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
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical systems are off. The key can be re­moved.
positions are described below.
To lock the steering
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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
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.
be started. The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key can be removed.
To unlock the steering Push the key in, and then turn it to OFF while still pushing it.
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1. Push.
2. Turn.
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Never turn the key to OFF orLOCK while the motorcycle is
moving, otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off, which may result in loss of control or an accident. Make sure that the motor­cycle is stopped before turning the key to “OFF” or “LOCK”.
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1. Neutral indicator light “”
2. High beam indicator light “”
3. Turn signal indicator light “”
4. Fuel level warning light “”
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Indicator and warning lights
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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.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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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Fuel level warning light “”
This warning light comes on when the fuel level drops below approximately
3.5 L (0.8 Imp gal, 0.9 US gal). When this occurs, refuel as soon as possible. The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked according to the fol­lowing procedure.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. 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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CAUTION:
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1. Oil level symbol “”
2. Oil level/coolant temperature
3. Coolant temperature symbol “”
Oil level/coolant temperature warning light “”
This warning light has the following three functions.
warning light “”
When the engine oil level is low, the warning light comes on and symbol “” flashes. If this oc- curs, stop the engine immediately and add engine oil to the specified level.
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When the coolant temperature is
too high, the warning light comes on and symbol “” flashes. Stop the motorcycle and allow it to idle until the coolant temperature goes down. If the temperature does not go down, stop the engine. (See the Engine overheating section on page 6-48 for further instruc­tions.) When the engine oil level is low
and the coolant temperature is too high, the warning light comes on and symbols “” and “”
flash. The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked according to the fol­lowing procedure.
1. Turn the engine stop switch to “” and the key to “ON.
2. The warning light will come on, and symbols “” and “” will appear in the display.
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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Do not operate the motorcycle
until you know that the engine oil level is sufficient. Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
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Even if the oil is filled to the specified level, the warning light may flicker when riding on a slope or during sud­den acceleration or deceleration, but this is normal.
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temperature
Coolant
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Display Conditions What to do
0–104 °F
(0–40 °C)
105–242 °F
(41–117 °C)
243–284 °F
(118–140 °C)
Above 284 °F (140 °C)
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Symbol and message LO are displayed.
Symbol and temperature are displayed.
Symbol and temperature flash. Warning light comes on.
Symbol and message HI flash. Warning light comes on.
OK. Go ahead with riding.
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OK. Go ahead with riding.
Stop the motorcycle and allow it to idle until the coolant temperature goes down. If the temperature does not go down, stop the engine. (See the Engine overheating section on page 6-48 for further instructions.)
Stop the engine and allow it to cool. (See the Engine overheating sec­tion on page 6-48 for further in­structions.)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Speedometer
2. Clock/odometer
3. RESET button
4. SELECT button
Speedometer unit
The speedometer unit is equipped with the following:
a digital speedometer (which
shows riding speed) an odometer (which shows the to-
tal distance traveled) 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
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Be sure to turn the key to “ON” be-
fore using the “SELECT” and “RE- SET buttons. To switch the speedometer dis-
play between kilometers and miles, press the “SELECT” button and RESET button together for at least two seconds.
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Odometer and tripmeter modes
Pushing the “SELECT” button switches the display between the odometer mode ODO and the tripmeter modes TRIP 1 and TRIP 2 in the following order: ODO → TRIP 1 → TRIP 2 → ODO
If the fuel level warning light comes on (see page 3-2), the odometer display will automatically change to the fuel re­serve tripmeter mode TRIP F and start counting the distance traveled from that point. In that case, pushing the SELECT button switches the dis-
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play between the various tripmeter and odometer modes in the following order: TRIP F → TRIP 1 → TRIP 2 → ODO
TRIP F
To reset a tripmeter, select it by push­ing the “SELECT” button, and then 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).
Clock mode
To change the display to the clock mode, push the “SELECT” button for at least one second. To change the display back to the prior mode, push the “SELECT” button. 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.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
1. Tachometer
2. Tachometer red zone
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Tachometer
The electric tachometer allows the rider to monitor the engine speed and keep it within the ideal power range.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Self-diagnosis device
This model is equipped with a self-di­agnosis device for the following electri­cal circuits:
throttle position sensor
speed sensor
If any of those circuits are defective,
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the tachometer will repeatedly display the following error code:
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0 r/min for 3 seconds
Circuit-specific number of r/min for 2.5 seconds (See the table below.)
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Current engine speed for 3 seconds
Use the table below to identify the faulty electrical circuit.
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Specific r/min Faulty electrical circuit
3,000 r/min Throttle position sensor
4,000 r/min Speed sensor
If the tachometer displays such an er­ror code, note the circuit-specific num­ber of r/min, and then have a Yamaha dealer check the motorcycle.
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When the tachometer displays an error code, the motorcycle should be checked as soon as possible in order to avoid engine damage.
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1. Dimmer switch /
2. Turn signal switch /
3. Horn switch “”
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Handlebar switches
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Dimmer switch /
Set this switch to “” for the high beam and to “” for the low beam.
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CAUTION:
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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.
1. Engine stop switch /
2. Start switch “”
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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 motorcycle 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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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Clutch lever 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever
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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 3-22 for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut-off system.)
Shift 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 6-speed con­stant-mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle.
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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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