instrument panel YAMAHA CYGNUS L 2012 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
Further safe-riding points ................1-5
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Keyhole cover .................................3-2
Indicator lights and warning light ....3-2
Speedometer unit ...........................3-3
Self-diagnosis device ......................3-3
Fuel gauge ......................................3-4
Handlebar switches ........................3-4
Front brake lever ............................3-5
Rear brake lever .............................3-5
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-5
Fuel .................................................3-6
Catalytic converters ........................3-7
Kickstarter .......................................3-8
Seat ................................................3-8
Helmet holders ...............................3-9
Storage compartments ...................3-9
Carrier ...........................................3-11
Luggage hook ...............................3-11
Grab bar .......................................3-11
Sidestand ......................................3-12
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-12FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Starting off ...................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 5-2
Braking ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .................................. 6-7
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-9
Engine oil ..................................... 6-10
Final transmission oil .................... 6-12
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................... 6-13
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-15
Checking the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 6-15Valve clearance ........................... 6-15
Tires ............................................. 6-16
Cast wheels ................................. 6-17
Checking the front brake lever
free play .................................... 6-18
Adjusting the rear brake lever
free play .................................... 6-18
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ............... 6-19
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-21
Checking and lubricating
the cables ................................. 6-21
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 6-21
Lubricating the front and
rear brake levers ...................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-22
Checking the front fork ................. 6-23
Checking the steering .................. 6-24
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-24
Battery ......................................... 6-24
Replacing the fuse ....................... 6-26
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-26
Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb ................................... 6-27
Rear turn signal light and
tail/brake light ........................... 6-28
Replacing the auxiliary light
bulb ........................................... 6-28U1RSE0E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 8:56 AM