YAMAHA NIKEN GT 2020 Owner's Guide

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
The fuel reserve tripmeter can be
reset manually, or you can allow it
to reset automatically after refuel-
ing and traveling about 5 km (3
mi).
Instantaneous fuel consumption
Instantaneous fuel consumption can
be set to “km/L”, “L/100 km”, or
“MPG”.
 “km/L”: the distance that can be
traveled on 1.0 L of fuel
 “L/100 km”: the amount of fuel
necessary to travel 100 km
 “MPG”: the distance that can be
traveled on 1.0 Imp.gal of fuel
TIPTo switch between “km/L”, “L/100
km”, and “MPG”, push the “RE-
SET” button for one second.
 When traveling under 10 km/h (6
mi/h), “– –.–” is displayed.Avera ge fuel consumption
Average fuel consumption can be set
to either “AVE – –.– km/L”, “AVE – –.–
L/100 km”, or “AVE – –.– MPG”.  “AVE – –.– km/L”: the average dis-
tance that can be traveled on 1.0 L
of fuel
 “AVE – –.– L/100 km”: the average
amount of fuel necessary to travel
100 km 
“AVE – –.– MPG”: the average dis-
tance that can be traveled on
1.0 Imp.gal of fuel
TIPTo reset the average fuel con-
sumption, push the “RESET” but-
ton for one second.
 After resetting, “– –.–” will be
shown until the vehicle has trav-
eled a sufficient distance.
 The display units cannot be
switched between “km/L”, “L/100
km”, and “MPG” in this mode;
change to the instantaneous fuel
consumption mode first.Coolant temperature
1. Instantaneous fuel consumption display
1
1. Average fuel consumption display
1
1. Coolant temperature display
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3 The temperature of the engine coolant
from 40 °C to 124 °C is shown in 1 °C
increments.
If the message “Hi” flashes, stop the
vehicle, then stop the engine and let it
cool. (See page 6-36.)
TIP
When the coolant temperature is
below 40 °C, “Lo” will be dis-
played.
 The coolant temperature varies
with changes in the weather and
engine load.Air temperature The temperature of the air drawn into
the intake system from –9 °C to 50 °C
is shown in 1 °C increments.
TIP
–9 °C will be displayed even if the
air temperature falls below –9 °C.
 The temperature displayed may
vary from the actual ambient tem-
perature.Brig htness and shift light control
mo de
This mode cycles through five control
functions in the order listed below.  Display brightness
 Shift light on / flash / off
 Shift light on r/min 
Shift light off r/min
 Shift light brightness
TIPThe brightness level display shows the
selected brightness level.To adjust the display brightness1. Turn the key to “OFF”.
2. Push and hold the “MENU”
switch.
3. Turn the key to “ON”, and then re- lease the “MENU” switch after five
seconds.
4. Push the “SELECT” switch up or down to select the desired bright-
ness level.
5. Push the “MENU” switch to con- firm the selected brightness level.
The control mode changes to the
shift light on / flash / off setting
function.
To set the shift light on / flash / off1. Push the “SELECT” switch up or down to select one of the follow-
ing style settings:
1. Air temperature display
1
1. Brightness level display
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On setting: the shift light will
come on when the set engine
speed is reached. This setting
is selected when the indicator
light is lit continuously.
 Flash setting: the shift light
will flash when the set engine
speed is reached. This setting
is selected when the indicator
light flashes four times per se-
cond.
 Off setting: the shift light is
deactivated. This setting is
selected when the indicator
light flashes once every two
seconds.
2. Push the “MENU” switch to con- firm the selection. The control
mode changes to the shift light on
r/min setting function.
To set the shift light on r/min
The shift light can be set between 6000
r/min and 12000 r/min in increments of
200 r/min. 1. Push the “SELECT” switch up or down to select the desired engine
speed for activating the indicator
light. 2. Push the “MENU” switch to con-
firm the selected engine speed.
The control mode changes to the
shift light off r/min setting function.
To set the shift light off r/min
The shift light can be set between 6000
r/min and 12000 r/min in increments of
200 r/min. Be sure to set the off r/min
to a higher engine speed than the on
r/min setting, otherwise the shift light
will not come on. 1. Push the “SELECT” switch up or down to select the desired engine
speed for deactivating the indica-
tor light.
2. Push the “MENU” switch to con- firm the selected engine speed.
The control mode changes to the
shift light brightness setting func-
tion.
To adjust the shift light brightness1. Push the “SELECT” switch up or down to select the desired shift
light brightness level.
2. Push the “MENU” switch to con- firm the selected brightness level
and exit the control mode.
EAU84550
D-mo de ( drive mo de)D-mode is an electronically controlled
engine performance system.
WARNING
EWA18440
Do not chan ge the drive mo de while
the vehicle is movin g.With the throttle grip closed, push the
drive mode switch “MODE” to change
the drive mode.1. Drive mode display
2. Drive mode switch “MODE”
2
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3 MODE 3
This mode offers response that is
somewhat less sharp compared to
MODE 2 for riding situations that re-
quire especially sensitive throttle oper-
ation.
MODE 2
This mode is suitable for various riding
conditions.
This mode allows the rider to enjoy
smooth and sporty drivability from the
low-speed range to the high-speed
range.
MODE 1
This mode offers a sportier engine re-
sponse in the low- to mid-speed range
compared to MODE 2.
TIPThe current drive mode is saved when
the vehicle is turned off.
EAU12823
Clutch leverTo disengage the drivetrain from the
engine, such as when shifting gears,
pull the clutch lever toward to the han-
dlebar. Release the lever to engage the
clutch and transmit power to the rear
wheel.TIPThe lever should be pulled rapidly and
released slowly for smooth shifting.
(See page 5-3.)
EAU84321
Shift pe
dalThe shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine. To shift the trans-
mission to a higher gear, move the shift
pedal up. To shift the transmission to a
lower gear, move the shift pedal down.
(See page 5-3.)TIPWhen the quick shift system is turned
on, the shift switch senses shift pedal
movement and allows for upshifting
without operating the clutch lever.
1. Clutch lever
1
1. Shift pedal
2. Shift switch
2
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EAU84560
Quick shift systemThe quick shift system (QS) allows for
full-throttle, clutch lever-less, electron-
ically-assisted upshifts. When the shift
switch detects motion in the shift ped-
al, engine power and drive torque are
momentarily adjusted to allow the up-
shift to occur.TIP QS operates when traveling at
least 20 km/h (12 mi/h) with an en-
gine speed of 4000 r/min or high-
er, and only when accelerating.
 QS does not operate when the
clutch lever is pulled.To turn the system off1. Turn the main switch off.
2. Move the shift pedal upward so
that the shift rod is partially re-
tracted into the shift switch, and
hold it in that position. 3. Turn the main switch on, and after
10 seconds release the shift ped-
al.
4. “ ” will disappear.
TIPTo turn on the quick shift system, per-
form the same procedure.
EAU26827
Brake leverThe brake lever is located on the right
side of the handlebar. To apply the
front brake, pull the lever toward the
throttle grip.
The brake lever is equipped with a
brake lever position adjusting dial. To
adjust the distance between the brake
lever and the throttle grip, push the
brake lever away from the throttle grip
and rotate the adjusting dial. Make
sure the setting number on the adjust-
ing dial aligns with the match mark on
the brake lever.
1. Shift switch
2. Rod
1
2
1. Brake lever
2. Distance
3. Brake lever position adjusting dial
4. Match mark3
4
1
2
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EAU12944
Brake ped alThe brake pedal is located on the right
side of the motorcycle. To apply the
rear brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
EAU84570
ABSThe anti-lock brake system (ABS) acts
on the front and rear brakes indepen-
dently.
WARNING
EWA16051
Always keep a sufficient distance
from the vehicle ahea d to match the
ri din g spee d even with ABS.
 The ABS performs best with
lon g b rakin g d istances.
 On certain surfaces, such as
rou gh or g ravel roa ds, the b rak-
in g d istance may b e longer with
the ABS than without.How to operate the brakes
Operate the brake lever and brake
pedal the same as you would conven-
tional brakes. If wheel slip is detected
while braking, ABS will activate and a
pulsating sensation may be felt at the
brake lever or brake pedal. Continue to
apply the brakes and let the ABS work.
Do not pump the brakes as this will re-
duce braking effectiveness. 
The ABS performs a self-check
when you first start off. During this
time a clicking noise from the hy-
draulic unit may be audible, and if
the brake lever or brake pedal is
applied a vibration can be felt, but
this is not a malfunction.
 The brake system will revert to a
conventional brake system in case
of ABS malfunction.
NOTICE
ECA20100
Be careful not to d amage the wheel
sensor or wheel sensor rotor; other-
wise, improper performance of the
ABS will result.
1. Brake pedal
1
1. Front wheel sensor
2. Front wheel sensor rotor
1
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EAU76317
Traction control systemThe traction control system (TCS)
helps maintain traction when acceler-
ating on slippery surfaces, such as un-
paved or wet roads. If sensors detect
that the rear wheel is starting to slip
(uncontrolled spinning), the traction
control system assists by regulating
engine power as needed until traction
is restored.
WARNING
EWA15433
The traction control system is not a
su bstitute for ri din g appropriately
for the con ditions. Traction control
cannot prevent loss of traction d ue
to excessive spee d when enterin g
turns, when acceleratin g har d at a
sharp lean an gle, or while brakin g,
an d cannot prevent front wheel slip-
pin g. As with any vehicle, approach
surfaces that may be slippery with
caution an d avoi d especially slip-
pery surfaces.
The “ ” indicator light flashes when
traction control has engaged. You may
notice slight changes in engine and ex-
haust sounds when the system has en-
gaged.
The “ ” indicator light comes on
when traction control has been turned
off.
The TCS display indicates the current
TCS setting. There are three settings.
TCS “OFF” : Turns the traction control
system off.
TCS “1” : Minimizes traction control
system assist.
1. Rear wheel sensor
2. Rear wheel sensor rotor1
2
1. “TCS” button
2. TCS display
3. Traction control system indicator light “ ”
1
3
2
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3 TCS “2”
: Maximizes traction control
assist; wheel spin is most strongly con-
trolled.
TIP When the vehicle is turned on,
traction control is turned on and
set to “1” or “2” (whichever was
last selected).
 Turn the traction control system
off to help free the rear wheel if the
vehicle gets stuck in mud, sand, or
other soft surfaces.NOTICE
ECA16801
Use only the specified tires. (See
pa ge 6-16.) Usin g different size d
tires will prevent the traction control
system from controllin g tire rotation
accurately.Setting the traction control system
WARNING
EWA15441
Be sure to stop the vehicle b efore
makin g any settin g chan ges to the
traction control system. Chan gin g settin
gs while ri din g can d istract the
operator an d increase the risk of an
acci dent.
TCS settings can be changed only
when the vehicle is stopped and the
throttle closed.
 Push the “TCS” button to change
between TCS settings “1” and “2”.
 Push the button for two seconds
to turn the traction control system
off.
 Push the button again to turn trac-
tion control back on (TCS will re-
turn to the previous setting).
Resettin g the traction control sys-
tem
The traction control system will auto-
matically disable when:  a wheel comes off the ground
while riding.
 excessive rear wheel spin is de-
tected while riding.
 a wheel is rotated by external for-
ces with the vehicle power on
(such as when performing mainte-
nance). If the traction control system is dis-
abled, both the “ ” indicator light and
the “ ” warning light will come on.
Should this occur, try resetting the sys-
tem as follows.
1. Stop the vehicle and turn the vehi- cle off.
2. Wait a few seconds and then turn the vehicle back on.
3. The “ ” indicator light should turn off and the system be en-
abled.
1. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
2. TCS display
3. Traction control system indicator light “ ”
3
2
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TIPIf the “ ” indicator light remains on af-
ter resetting, the vehicle may still be
ridden; however, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle as soon as possi-
ble.4. Have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle and turn off the “ ”
warning light.
EAU13077
Fuel tank capTo open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key, and then turn it 1/4 turn
clockwise. The lock will be released
and the fuel tank cap can be opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
With the key still inserted, push down
the fuel tank cap. Turn the key 1/4 turn
counterclockwise, remove it, and then
close the lock cover.
TIPThe fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly closed and locked.
WARNING
EWA11092
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly close d after fillin g fuel.
Leakin g fuel is a fire hazar d.
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
1
2
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EAU13222
FuelMake sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING
EWA10882
Gasoline an d g asoline vapors are
extremely flamma ble. To avoi d fires
an d explosions an d to re duce the
risk of injury when refuelin g, follow
these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the en- gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vi-
cinity 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. When refueling, be sure to insert the
pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler
hole. 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. 3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-
ately. NOTICE: Immediately
wipe off spille d fuel with a clean,
d ry, soft cloth, since fuel may
d eteriorate painted surfaces or
plastic parts.
[ECA10072]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap.
WARNING
EWA15152
Gasoline is poisonous an d can cau-
se injury or death. Han dle gasoline
with care. Never siphon gasoline by
mouth. If you shoul d swallow some
g asoline or inhale a lot of g asoline
vapor, or g et some gasoline in your
eyes, see your d octor immediately. If g
asoline spills on your skin, wash
with soap an d water. If gasoline
spills on your clothin g, chan ge your
clothes.
EAU86072
Your Yamaha engine was designed to
use unleaded gasoline with a research
octane number of 95 or higher. If en-
gine knocking or pinging occurs, use a
gasoline of a different brand or higher
octane rating.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
1
2
Recommen ded fuel:
Unleaded gasoline (E10 acceptable)
Octane num ber (RON):
95
Fuel tank capacity: 18 L (4.8 US gal, 4.0 Imp.gal)
Fuel tank reserve:
4.0 L (1.06 US gal, 0.88 Imp.gal)
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