AUX YAMAHA NIKEN GT 2020 Owners Manual

Table of contentsSafety information ............................ 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Instrument an d control functions ... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Handlebar switches ........................ 3-3
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-5
Cruise control system..................... 3-8
Multi-function meter unit .............. 3-11
D-mode (drive mode).................... 3-18
Clutch lever .................................. 3-19
Shift pedal .................................... 3-19
Quick shift system ........................ 3-20
Brake lever.................................... 3-20
Brake pedal .................................. 3-21
ABS .............................................. 3-21
Traction control system ................ 3-22
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-24
Fuel ............................................... 3-25
Fuel tank overflow hose ............... 3-26
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-27
Seats ............................................ 3-27
Helmet holding cable.................... 3-29
Storage compartment .................. 3-29
Rear view mirrors.......................... 3-30 Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-30
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly.................................... 3-32
Auxiliary DC jacks ......................... 3-33
Sidestand ...................................... 3-34
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-35
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 4-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 5-1
Engine break-in ............................... 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-2
Shifting ............................................ 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-4
Parking ............................................ 5-5
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 6-1
Tool kit ............................................ 6-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 6-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 6-5
Removing and installing the panel ............................................ 6-9
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Canister ......................................... 6-11 Engine oil ...................................... 6-11
Why Yamalube.............................. 6-13
Coolant ......................................... 6-14
Air filter element ............................ 6-15
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-15
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 6-16
Valve clearance............................. 6-16
Tires .............................................. 6-16
Cast wheels .................................. 6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 6-19
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-20
Brake light switches ..................... 6-20
Checking the front and rear brake pads ................................ 6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-23
Drive chain slack........................... 6-23
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-27UB5BE1E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 30, 2019 9:59 AM

Description
2-1
2
EAU10411
Left view
2
1
1
3,4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1. Auxiliary DC jack (page 3-33)
2. Battery (page 6-30)
3. Storage compartment (page 3-29)
4. Tool kit (page 6-2)
5. Seat lock (page 3-27)
6. Spring preload adjuster (page 3-32)
7. Rebound damping force adjuster (page 3-32)
8. Shift pedal (page 3-19)9. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-11)
10.Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-11)
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Description
2-3
2
EAU10431
Controls and instruments
1
2
7
6
5
3
4
8,9
9
10
1. Clutch lever (page 3-19)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-3)
3. Auxiliary DC jack (page 3-33)
4. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-11)
5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-22)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-3)
7. Brake lever (page 3-20)
8. Throttle grip (page 6-16) 9. Grip warmer (page 3-14)
10.Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
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Instrument and control functions
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3
TIPWhen turning the damping force ad-
juster in direction (b), it may turn be-
yond the stated specifications,
however such adjustments are ineffec-
tive and may damage the suspension.
WARNING
EWA10222
This shock a bsor ber assem bly con-
tains hi ghly pressurize d nitro gen
g as. Rea d an d un derstan d the fol-
lowin g information before han dlin g
the shock a bsor ber assem bly.
 Do not tamper with or attempt
to open the cylind er assembly.
 Do not su bject the shock a b-
sor ber assem bly to an open
flame or other hi gh heat source.
This may cause the unit to ex-
plo de due to excessive gas
pressure. 
Do not deform or d amage the
cylin der in any way. Cylin der
d amag e will result in poor
d ampin g performance.
 Do not dispose of a damag ed or
worn-out shock a bsor ber as-
sem bl

y yourself. Take the shock
a b sor ber assem bly to a Yamaha
d ealer for any service.
EAU85720
Auxiliary DC jacksThese power outlets provide 12-volt
direct current electricity for a smart-
phone charger or other accessory with
the proper plug.
Re boun d d ampin g setting :
Minimum (soft):
2.8 turn(s) in direction (b)
Standard:
1.25 turn(s) in direction (b)
Maximum (hard): 0 turn(s) in direction (b)
1. Auxiliary DC jack
2. Auxiliary DC jack cap
1. Auxiliary DC jack
2. Auxiliary DC jack cap
1
2
12
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Instrument and control functions
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3
NOTICE
ECA26610
Do not draw power from a DC jack
with the en gine turne d off. Do not
connect any accessory which uses
more than 12 W (1.0 A). Otherwise
the battery may d ischarge or a fuse
may blow.To use an auxiliary DC jack
1. Start the engine. (See page 5-2.)
2. Turn the accessory off.
3. Open the auxiliary DC jack cap.
4. Insert the accessory power plug.
5. Turn the accessory on.TIP When inserting or removing the
accessory power plug, turn the
accessory off.
 When the auxiliary DC jack is not
being used, cover it with the cap.
WARNING
EWA14361
To prevent electrical shock or short-
circuitin g, make sure that the cap is
installe d when the auxiliary DC jack
is not bein g use d.
EAU15306
Si destan dThe sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the sidestand
or lower it with your foot while holding
the vehicle upright.TIPThe built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system,
which cuts the ignition in certain situa-
tions. (See the following section for an
explanation of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
WARNING
EWA10242
The vehicle must not b e ridden with
the si destan d d own, or if the si de-
stan d cannot b e properly move d up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
si destan d coul d contact the groun d
an d d istract the operator, resultin g
in a possib le loss of control.
Yamaha’s ig nition circuit cut-off
system has been desi gne d to assist
the operator in fulfillin g the respon-
si bility of raisin g the si destan d b e-
fore startin g off. Therefore, check this system re
gularly an d have a
Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not
function properly.
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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6
TIPTo access the ABS motor fuse, remove
the starter relay cover by pulling it up-
ward.
To access fuse box 2, fuse box 3, the
brake light fuse, and the cruise control
fuse, remove panel A. (See page 6-9.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the main switch off and turn off the electrical circuit in ques-
tion.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a hi gher ampera ge
ratin g than recommen ded to
1. Fuel injection system fuse
2. ABS solenoid fuse
3. Electronic throttle valve fuse
4. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-
tem)
5. Heater fuse
6. Spare fuse
1234
65
1. Starter relay cover
2. ABS motor spare fuse
3. ABS motor fuse
1. Fuse box 2
2. Fuse box 3
3. Cruise control fuse
4. Brake light fuse
2 3
1
2
3
41
1. Signaling system fuse
2. ABS control unit fuse
3. Accessory fuse
4. Ignition fuse
5. Hazard fuse
6. Terminal fuse 1 (for auxiliary DC jack)
7. Terminal fuse 2 (for auxiliary DC jack)
8. Headlight fuse
9. Right radiator fan motor fuse
10.Left radiator fan motor fuse
11.Spare fuse
11 1
2
3
11
10 9876 5 4
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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6 avoi
d causin g extensive d am-
a g e to the electrical system an d
possi bly a fire.
[EWA15132]
3. Turn the main switch on and turn
on the electrical circuit in question
to check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAU72980
Vehicle lig htsThis model is equipped with full-LED
lighting. There are no user replaceable
bulbs.
If a light does not come on, check the
fuses and then have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.NOTICE
ECA16581
Do not affix any type of tinte d film or
stickers to the hea dlig ht lens.
Specifie d fuses:
Main fuse: 50.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
30.0 A
Cruise control fuse: 1.0 A
Brake light fuse: 1.0 A
Specifie d fuses (fuse box 1):
Fuel injection system fuse: 25.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: 20.0 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Heater fuse: 10.0 A
Specifie d fuses (fuse box 2):
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
ABS control unit fuse:
5.0 A
Accessory fuse: 5.0 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Specifie d fuses (fuse box 3):
Hazard fuse: 7.5 A
Te r m i n a l f u s e 1 : 2.0 A
Te r m i n a l f u s e 2 :
2.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 10.0 A × 2
Headlight fuse: 10.0 A
1. Auxiliary light
2. Headlight (low beam)
3. Headlight (high beam)
1
2
3
1
2
3
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Specifications
8-2
8
Manufacturer/model:BRIDGESTONE/A41R MLoa din g:Maximum load:
191 kg (421 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Front brake:Type:
Hydraulic disc brakeRear brake:Type:
Hydraulic single disc brakeFront suspension:Type:Telescopic forkRear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)Electrical system:System voltage:12 VBattery:Model:YTZ10S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 8.6 Ah (10 HR)Bul b watta ge:Headlight:
LED
Brake/tail light: LED
Front turn signal light:
LED Rear turn signal light:
LED
Auxiliary light: LED
License plate light:
LED
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Index
AABS....................................................... 3-21
ABS warning light ................................... 3-6
Air filter element.................................... 6-15
Auxiliary DC jacks................................. 3-33BBattery .................................................. 6-30
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating........................................... 6-27
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-26
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-23
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-22
Brake lever............................................ 3-20
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-20
Brake light switches ............................. 6-20
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-21CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-25
Canister ................................................ 6-11
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-27
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ................................... 6-27
Clutch lever........................................... 3-19
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-19
Coolant ................................................. 6-14
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-6
Cruise control indicator lights................. 3-6
Cruise control switches .......................... 3-4
Cruise control system............................. 3-8DData recording, vehicle........................... 9-2
Diagnostic connector ............................. 9-2 Dimmer/Pass switch .............................. 3-4
D-mode (drive mode) ........................... 3-18
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-25
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-23
Drive mode switch ................................. 3-5
EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-1
Engine idling speed, checking ............. 6-15
Engine oil.............................................. 6-11
Engine overheating .............................. 6-36
Engine serial number ............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light .................. 3-6FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-21
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-30
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-28
Fuel ...................................................... 3-25
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-24
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 3-26
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-31HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-3
Hazard switch ........................................ 3-4
Helmet holding cable ........................... 3-29
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-5
Horn switch ............................................ 3-4IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-35
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-5
MMain switch/steering lock ....................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-5
Maintenance, emission control
system .................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution................................ 7-1
MENU switch .......................................... 3-4
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ...................... 3-11NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-5OOil level warning light .............................. 3-5PPanel, removing and installing ................ 6-9
Parking.................................................... 5-5
Part locations.......................................... 2-1QQuick shift system ................................ 3-20RRear view mirrors .................................. 3-30SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-27
SELECT switch ....................................... 3-5
Shift indicator light .................................. 3-7
Shifting.................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal............................................. 3-19
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-32
Sidestand.............................................. 3-34
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 6-10
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-2
Steering bearings, lubricating ............... 6-29
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