YAMAHA TW125 2001 User Guide

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8. Carrier (page 3-10)
9. Battery (page 6-31)
10. Engine oil level check window (page 6-9)11. Brake pedal (page 3-5, 6-21)
12. OwnerÕs tool kit (page 6-1)
13. Fuse (page 6-34)
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-4, 6-19)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-2)
3. Speedometer unit (page 3-2)
4. Starter (choke) knob (page 3-8)
5. Main switch (page 3-1)6. Indicator lights panel (page 3-1)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-3)
8. Brake lever (page 3-4, 6-20)
9. Throttle grip (page 6-15, 6-28)
10. Fuel tank cap (page 3-5)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switchThe main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. The various
main switch positions are described
below.
EAU00036
ON
All electrical systems are supplied
with power, and the engine can be
started. The key cannot be removed.
EAU00038
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
EAU00056
Indicator lights
EAU00057
Turn signal indicator light Ò5Ó
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light ÒNÓ
This indicator light comes on when
the transmission is in the neutral
position.1. Turn indicator light Ò5Ó
2. High beam indicator light Ò&Ó
3. Neutral indicator light ÒNÓ
EAU00063
High beam indicator light Ò&Ó
This indicator light comes on when
the high beam of the headlight is
switched on.
OFFON
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Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped
with a speedometer, an odometer
and a tripmeter. The speedometer
shows riding speed. The odometer
shows the total distance traveled.
The tripmeter shows the distance
traveled since it was last set to zero
with the reset knob. The tripmeter
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.1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
3. Trip odometer
4. Reset knob
EAU00118
Handlebar switches
EAU00121
Dimmer switch
Set this switch to Ò&Ó for the high
beam and to Ò%Ó for the low beam.1. Lights switch
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch Ò*Ó
NOTE:
Only for the German model equipped
with a speed limiter:
The speed limiter prevents the motor-
cycle from exceeding a riding speed
of 80 km/h.
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Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to Ò6Ó. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to Ò4Ó. 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.
EAU00129
Horn switch Ò*Ó
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU00134
Light switch
Set this switch to Ò
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Ó to turn on
the auxiliary light, meter lighting and
taillight. Set the switch to Ò:Ó to turn
on the headlight also.
EAU00143
Start switch Ò,Ó
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
EC000005
cCSee page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
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EAU00138
Engine stop switch
Set this switch to Ò$Ó to stop the
engine in case of an emergency,
such as when the motorcycle over-
turns or when the throttle cable is
stuck.1. Engine stop switch
2. Start switch Ò,Ó
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Shift pedalThe 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.1. Shift pedal
N. Neutral
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Clutch leverThe clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the han-
dlebar 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 igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See page
3-11 for an explanation of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)1. Clutch lever
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Brake leverThe brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the han-
dlebar grip.1. Brake lever
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Brake pedalThe brake pedal is on the right side
of the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake
pedal.1. Brake pedal
EAU01498
Fuel tank capTo open the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the key into the lock and
turn it 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
2. Turn the fuel tank cap counter-
clockwise, and then pull it off.1. Fuel tank cap
a. Unlock
b. Open
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the key insert-
ed in the lock, and then turn the
cap clockwise.
2. Turn the key clockwise to the
original position, and then
remove it.NOTE:
The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly installed and
locked.
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wMake sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding.
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FuelMake sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler tube as shown in
the illustration.
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w8Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow
when the fuel warms up and
expands.
8Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
EAU00185
cCImmediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts.
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NOTE:
If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use
gasoline of a different brand or with a
higher octane grade.
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline
with a research octane number
of 91 or higher
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
7.0 L
Reserve amount:
1.0 L
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Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetor while filtering it
also.
The fuel cock has three positions:
OFF
With the lever in this position, fuel will
not flow. Always return the lever to
this position when the engine is not
running.1. Arrow mark positioned over ÒOFFÓ
ON
With the lever in this position, fuel
flows to the carburetor. Normal riding
is done with the lever in this position.1. Arrow mark positioned over ÒONÓ
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 ÒONÓ after refueling!1. Arrow mark positioned over ÒRESÓ
RES
ONFUEL
OFF
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OFF: Closed position
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ONFUEL RES
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RES: Reserve position
ON
FUEL
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ON: Normal position
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Starter (choke) knob Ò1ÓStarting a cold engine requires a rich-
er air-fuel mixture, which is supplied
by the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction ato turn
on the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction bto turn
off the starter (choke).1. Starter (choke) knob Ò1Ó
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Steering lockTo lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebar all the way to
the right.
2. Open the steering lock cover,
and then insert the key.
3. Turn the key 1/8 turn counter-
clockwise, push it in while turning
the handlebar slightly to the left,
and then turn the key 1/8 turn
clockwise.
4. Check that the steering is locked,
remove the key, and then close
the lock cover.1. Steering lock
2. Cover
To unlock the steering
1. Open the steering lock cover,
and then insert the key.
2. Push the key in, turn it 1/8 turn
counterclockwise so that it
moves out, and then release it.
3. Remove the key, and then close
the lock cover.
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