warning YAMAHA XT660Z 2013 User Guide

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1. Engine stop switch “ / ”
2. Start switch “ ”
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Pass switch “ ”
Press this switch to flash the head-
light.
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Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Turn signal switch “ / ”
To signal a right-hand turn, push thisswitch 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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Hazard switch “ ”
With the key in the “ON” or “ ”
position, use this switch to turn on the
hazard lights (simultaneous flashing
of all turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.
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Do not use the hazard lights for an
extended length of time with the
engine not running, otherwise the
battery may discharge.
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Engine stop switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” before star-
ting 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. See page 5-1 for star-
ting instructions prior to starting the
engine.
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The engine trouble warning light and
ABS warning light (ABS model only)
will come on when the key is turned
to “ON” and the start switch is pus-
hed, but this does not indicate a mal-
function.
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aligned with the “ ” mark on the
brake lever.EAU12941
Brake pedal
1. Brake pedal
The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear bra-
ke, press down on the brake pedal.
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ABS (for ABS models)
The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) features a dual electronic
control system, which acts on the
front and rear brakes independently.
The ABS is monitored by an ECU,
which will have recourse to manual
braking if a malfunction occurs.
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The ABS performs best on long
braking distances.
On certain (rough or gravel)
roads, the braking distance
may be longer with than wit-
hout the ABS. Therefore,
always keep a sufficient distan-
ce to the vehicle ahead to
match the riding speed.
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When the ABS is activated, the
brakes are operated in the usual
way. A pulsating action may be
felt at the brake lever or brake
pedal, but this does not indicate
a malfunction.
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TIP
The fuel tank cap cannot be closed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly closed and loc-
ked.
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Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed after filling fuel.
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
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Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline
in the tank.
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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 engi-
ne and be sure that no one is sit-
ting 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.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
3. Wipe up any spilled fuel imme-
diately. NOTICE: Immediately
wipe off spilled fuel with a cle-
an, dry, soft cloth, since fuel
may deteriorate painted surfa-
ces 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 cau-
se injury or death. Handle gasoline
with care. Never siphon gasoline by
mouth. If you should swallow some
gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline
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Catalytic converters
This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
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The exhaust system is hot after
operation. To prevent a fire hazard
or burns:
Do not park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
Park the vehicle in a place
where pedestrians or children
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down befo-
re doing any maintenance
work.
Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up of
heat.
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Use only unleaded gasoline. The
use of leaded gasoline will cause
unrepairable damage to the cataly-
tic converter.
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Seat
To remove the seat
1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
turn it counterclockwise, and
then pull the seat off.
1. Seat lock
2. Unlock
To install the seat
Insert the projections on the front of
the seat into the seat holders, push
the rear of the seat down to lock it in
place, and then remove the key.
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1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.
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Adjusting the front fork
For XT660Z:
This front fork is equipped with spring
preload adjusting bolts.
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Always adjust both fork legs
equally, otherwise poor handling
and loss of stability may result.
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in
direction (a). To decrease the spring
preload and thereby soften the sus-
pension, turn the adjusting bolt on
each fork leg in direction (b).
1. Spring preload adjusting bolt
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Use the 10 mm hexagon wrench
included in the owner’s tool kit to turn
the adjusting bolts.
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
0 complete turn(s) in direction
(b)*
Standard:
22 complete turn(s) in direction
(b)*
Maximum (hard):
27 complete turn(s) in direction
(b)*
* With the adjusting bolt fully turned
in direction (a)
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For XT660ZA:
This front fork cannot be adjusted.EAUB1462
Adjusting the shock
absorber assembly
This shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjus-
ting ring.
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To avoid damaging the mechanism,
do not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings.
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring in direction (a). To
decrease the spring preload and the-
reby soften the suspension, turn the
adjusting ring in direction (b).
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Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position indica-
tor on the shock absorber.
1. Spring preload adjusting ring
2. Position indicator
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Never adjust the spring preload
until the exhaust system has coo-
led down.
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
1
Standard:
2
Maximum (hard):
9
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This shock absorber assembly
contains highly pressurized nitro-
gen gas. Read and understand the
following information before hand-
ling the shock absorber assembly.
Do not tamper with or attempt
to open the cylinder assembly.
Do not subject the shock
absorber assembly to an open
flame or other high heat sour-
ce. This may cause the unit to
explode due to excessive gas
pressure.
Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.
Do not dispose of a damaged
or worn-out shock absorber
assembly yourself. Take the
shock absorber assembly to a
Yamaha dealer for any service.
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Sidestand
1. Sidestand
The sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the sidestand
or lower it with your foot while holding
the vehicle upright.
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The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system,
which cuts the ignition in certain
situations. (See page 3-20 for an
explanation of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
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The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the sides-
tand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control. Yama-
ha’s ignition circuit cut-off system
has been designed to assist the
operator in fulfilling the responsibi-
lity of raising the sidestand before
starting off. Therefore, check this
system regularly as described
below and have a Yamaha dealer
repair it if it does not function pro-
perly.
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “
3. Turn the key on.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
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If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system before riding.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the ins-
pection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
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Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment dama-
ge. Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures pro-
vided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
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ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
Fuel• Check fuel line for leakage. 3-14
• Check the fuel tank breather/overflow hose for obstructions, cracks or
damage, and check the hose connection.
• Check oil level in oil tank.
Engine oil• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 6-11
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
• Check coolant level in reservoir.
Coolant• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-14
• Check cooling system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
Front brake• Check brake pads for wear. 6-21
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.

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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do
not understand, ask your Yamaha
dealer.
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Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of
control, which could cause an acci-
dent or injury.
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TIP
This model is equipped with a lean
angle sensor to stop the engine in
case of a turnover. To start the engine
after a turnover, be sure to turn the
main switch to “OFF” and then to
“ON”. Failing to do so will prevent the
engine from starting even though the
engine will crank when pushing the
start switch.
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Starting the engine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
The transmission is in the neutral
position.
The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
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Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system
according to the procedure
described on page 3-20.
Never ride with the sidestand
down.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch
is set to “ ”.
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