engine YAMAHA TRACER 900 GT 2021 User Guide

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EAU10474
Main switch/steerin g lockThe main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.TIPBe sure to use the standard key (black
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To
minimize the risk of losing the code re-
registering key (red bow), keep it in a
safe place and only use it for code re-
registering.
EAU84031
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power and the vehicle lights are turned
on. The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed.TIP The headlight(s) will turn on when
the engine is started.
 To prevent battery drain, do not
leave the key in the on position
without the engine running.
EAU10662
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10062
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is movin g.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
b e switche d off, which may result in
loss of control or an acci dent.
EAU73800
LOCK
The steering is locked and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. With the key in the “OFF” position, push the key in and turn it to
“LOCK”.
3. Remove the key.
ON
OFF
LOCK
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
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EAU66040
Turn si gnal switch “ / ”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When
released, the switch returns to the cen-
ter position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU66030
Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU66061
Stop/Run/Start switch “ / / ”
To crank the engine with the starter,
set this switch to “ ”, and then push
the switch down towards “ ”. See
page 6-2 for starting instructions prior
to starting the engine.
Set this switch to “ ” to stop the en-
gine in case of an emergency, such as
when the vehicle overturns or when the
throttle cable is stuck.
EAU91670
Hazar d switch “ ”
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 haz-
ard.
The hazard lights can be turned on or
o f f o n ly w he n the k e y is i n t he “ ON ” p o -
sition. You can turn the main switch to
the “OFF” or “LOCK” position, and the
hazard lights will continue to flash. To
turn off the hazard lights, turn the main
switch to the “ON” position and oper-
ate the hazard switch again.
NOTICE
ECA10062
Do not use the hazard lights for an
exten ded len gth of time with the en-
g ine not runnin g, otherwise the bat-
tery may dischar ge.
EAU73952
Cruise control switches
See page 3-1 for an explanation of the
cruise control system.
EAU92660
MODE switches
Use the MODE switches to change the
“D-MODE”, “SUS-MODE” and “TCS-
MODE” located on the left side of the
main display.
There are three mode controls:
MODE up switch - push this switch to
change the selected mode setting up-
ward.
“MODE” switch - push this switch to
rotate counterclockwise between “D-
MODE”, “SUS-MODE” and “TCS-MO-
DE”.
MODE down switch - push this switch
to change the selected mode setting
downward.
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TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, these
lights should come on for a few sec-
onds and then go off. Otherwise, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
EAU91840
Malfunction ind icator light
(MIL) “ ”
This light comes on or flashes if a prob-
lem is detected in the engine or other
vehicle control system. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the on-
board diagnostic system. The electri-
cal circuit of the warning light can be
checked by turning the vehicle power
on. The light should come on for a few
seconds, and then go off. If the light
does not come on initially when the ve-
hicle power is turned on, or if the light
remains on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.NOTICE
ECA26820
If the MIL starts flashin g, re duce en-
g ine spee d to prevent exhaust sys-
tem damag e.
TIPThe engine is sensitively monitored by
the on-board diagnostic system to de-
tect deterioration or malfunction of the
emission control system. Therefore the
MIL may come on or flash due to vehi-
cle modifications, lack of maintenance,
or excessive/improper use of the mo-
torcycle. To prevent this, observe
these precautions.
 Do not attempt to modify the soft-
ware of the engine control unit.
 Do not add any electrical acces-
sories that interfere with engine
control.
 Do not use aftermarket accesso-
ries or parts such as suspension,
spark plugs, injectors, exhaust
system, etc.
 Do not change the drivetrain
specifications (chain, sprockets,
wheels, tires, etc.).
 Do not remove or alter the O2 sen-
sor, air induction system, or ex-
haust parts (catalysts or EXUP,
etc.).
 Maintain the drive chain properly.
 Maintain correct tire pressure. 
Maintain proper brake pedal
height to prevent rear brake from
dragging.
 Do not operate the vehicle in an
extreme manner. For example, re-
peated or excessive opening and
closing of the throttle, racing,
burnouts, wheelies, extended
half-clutch use, etc.
EAU92700
ABS warnin g lig ht “ ”
In normal operation, the ABS warning
light comes on when the vehicle is
turned on, and goes off after traveling
at a speed of 5 km/h (3 mi/h) or higher.TIPIf the warning light does not work as
described above, or if the warning light
comes on while riding, the ABS may
not work correctly. Have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle as soon as
possible.
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WARNING
EWA21120
If the ABS warnin g lig ht does not
turn off after reachin g 5 km/h (3
mi/h), or if the warnin g li ght comes
on while rid ing:
 Use extra caution to avoi d pos-
si ble wheel lock d uring emer-
g ency brakin g.
 Have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle as soon as possi ble.
EAU92710
Immo bilizer system in dicator
li g ht “ ”
When the main switch is turned off and
30 seconds have passed, the indicator
light will flash steadily to indicate the
immobilizer system is enabled. After 24
hours have passed, the indicator light
will stop flashing, however the immobi-
lizer system is still enabled.TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, this light
should come on for a few seconds and
then go off. If the light does not come
on, or if the light remains on, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Transpon der interference
If the immobilizer system indicator light
flashes in the pattern, slowly 5 times
then quickly 2 times, this could be
caused by transponder interference. If
this occurs, try the following. 1. Make sure there are no other im- mobilizer keys close to the main
switch.
2. Use the code re-registering key to start the engine.
3. If the engine starts, turn it off, and try starting the engine with the
standard keys.
4. If one or both of the standard keys do not start the engine, take the
vehicle and all 3 keys to a Yamaha
dealer to have the standard keys
re-registered.
EAU92720
Sta bility control in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
TCS, SCS, or LIF systems engage
while riding. When “TCS-MODE” is set
to “OFF”, the indicator will come on.
TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, this light
should come on for a few seconds and
then go off. If the light does not come
on, or if the light remains on, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.NOTICE
ECA27221
When turnin g the main switch on,
avoi d any movement or vi bration of
the vehicle as it may interfere with
the initialization of the IMU. If this
occurs, the TCS system will not op-
erate an d the “TCS-MODE” display
will rea d “OFF” until the IMU can ini-
tialize.
EAU92751
Oil pressure an d Coolant tempera-
ture warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil pressure is low or if the coolant
temperature is high. If this occurs, stop
the engine immediately.TIP When the vehicle is first turned on,
this light should come on until the
engine is started.
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
If a malfunction is detected, this
light will come on and the oil pres-
sure icon will flash.
NOTICE
ECA22441
If the oil pressure an d coolant warn-
in g li ght does not go off after start-
in g the en gine or if it comes on while
the en gine is runnin g, stop the vehi-
cle an d en gine imme diately.
 If the en gine is overheatin g, the
coolant temperature warnin g
icon will come on. Let the en-
g ine cool. Check the coolant
level (see pa ge 7-36).
 If the en gine oil pressure is low,
the oil pressure warnin g icon
will come on. Check the oil level
(see pa ge 7-10).
 If the warnin g lig ht remains on
after lettin g the en gine cool an d
confirmin g the proper oil level,
have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle. Do not continue to
operate the vehicle!
EAU92731
Auxiliary system warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if a prob-
lem is detected in a non-engine-related
system.TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, this light
should come on for a few seconds and
then go off. Otherwise, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
EAU92575
DisplaysThis vehicle is equipped with two dis-
play screens: a main display and a
sub-display
The following items can be found on
the displays:1. Speedometer
2. Tachometer
3. Quick shift indicator “QS”
4. Transmission gear display
5. Vehicle information displays
6. Settings MENU icon “ ”
7. Grip warmer indicator
8. Seat heater indicator (if equipped)
9. Brake control icon “BC”
10.Clock
11.MODE display
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TIP This model uses thin-film-transis-
tor liquid-crystal displays (TFT
LCD) for good contrast and read-
ability in various lighting condi-
tions. However, due to the nature
of this technology, it is normal for
a small number of pixels to be in-
active.
 The display units can be switched
between kilometers/miles and cel-
sius/farenheit. See “Unit” on page
4-20.
WARNING
EWA18210
Stop the vehicle before makin g any
settin g chan ges. Chan gin g settin gs
while rid ing can d istract the opera-
tor an d increase the risk of an acci-
d ent.Speed ometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s
traveling speed. Tachometer
The tachometer shows the engine
speed, as measured by the rotational
velocity of the crankshaft, in revolu-
tions per minute (r/min).
NOTICE
ECA10032
Do not operate the en
gine in the ta-
chometer red zone.
Re d zone: 10600 r/min an d a boveVehicle information d isplays
1. Lap timer
2. Oil pressure warning “ ”
3. Coolant temperature warning “ ”
4. Auxiliary system warning “ ”
5. SCU trouble warning “ ”
6. Error mode warning “Err” (replaces clock
when activated)
1. Vehicle information displays
LAP
02
LATEST
00:12.3 4
00:01.23
1
4 3
2
6
5
1
1. Vehicle information displays
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Displays how much fuel has been con-
sumed since the trip meter was last re-
set.
TIPThe instantaneous fuel consumption
function should be used for general
reference only. Do not use this figure to
estimate the distance that can be trav-
eled on the current tank of fuel.Trip time:Displays engine running time.
Cruise control speed setting:Displays the selected speed setting for
the cruise control system. To adjust
this speed setting, see page 3-1 for an
explanation of the cruise control sys-
tem. To reset information display items (if
able):1. Rotate the wheel switch to high-
light one of the six vehicle informa-
tion displays.
2. Press the wheel switch inward to select the information display.
3. Rotate the wheel switch to select the desired information display
item.
4. Press and hold the wheel switch inward until the display item is re-
set.
Transmission gear display
This shows which gear the transmis-
sion is in. This model has 6 gears and a
neutral position. The neutral position is
indicated by the neutral indicator
light “ ” and by the transmission gear
display “ ”. MODE
display
This display shows the currently se-
lected “D-MODE”, “SUS-MODE” and
“TCS-MODE” settings. The mode that
is enlarged and displayed on the right
can be adjusted using the MODE
up/down switches. Use the “MODE”
switch to rotate counterclockwise be-
tween “TCS-MODE”, “SUS-MODE”
and “D-MODE”.
See page 3-3 for information on “D-
MODE”, “TCS-MODE” and “SUS-
MODE” settings.
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TIP When the malfunction indicator
light “ ”, the auxiliary system
warning “ ”, or the coolant tem-
perature warning “ ” are on, “D-
MODE”, “SUS-MODE” and “TCS-
MODE” cannot be adjusted.
 When the SCU trouble
warning “ ” is on, “SUS-MODE”
cannot be adjusted.
 The previously selected modes
will be displayed when the vehicle
power is turned on.To turn off the traction control system,
select “TCS-MODE” with the “MODE”
switch, then push and hold the MODE
up switch until “OFF” is displayed. To
turn TCS back on, press the MODE
down switch (“TCS-MODE” will return
to its previous setting).TIPWhen “TCS-MODE” has been set
to “OFF”, the TCS, SCS and LIF
systems are all turned off togeth-
er. 
The “TCS-MODE OFF” and “TCS-
MODE M” settings can only be se-
lected while the vehicle is
stopped.
Clock
The clock uses a 12-hour time system.
See page 4-20 to set the clock.
Quick shift in dicator “QS”
When able to shift, the respective QS or turns green.
When unable to shift, QS is
white.
If the QS function is turned OFF, QS itself is not displayed.
The QS functions can be turned on or
off in the setting MENU. See page
4-18.TIPThe upshift and downshift functions
are independent and can be activated
separately.
For more information on the QS sys-

Settin g MENU icon “ ”
Choose this icon and push the wheel
switch to access the settings MENU.
(See page 4-17.)
Grip warmer in dicator
The grip warmers can be used when
the engine is running. There are 10
temperature levels. When activated,
the indicator will display the tempera-
ture level from 1 (lowest) to 10 (high-
est).
To activate the grip warmer, use the
wheel switch to highlight the grip
warmer display with the cursor.
Press the wheel switch inward to se-
lect the grip warmer function.
Once selected, rotate the wheel switch
up and down to adjust the temperature
level.
Press the wheel switch inward to con-
firm the temperature level and exit the
grip warmer function.NOTICE
ECA17932
 Be sure to wear gloves when
usin g the g rip warmers.
 Do not use the grip warmers in
warm weather.
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
If the han dle bar grip or throttle
g rip becomes worn or dam-
a g ed , stop usin g the g rip warm-
ers an d replace the grips.
Seat heater in dicator (if equipped )
The seat heater can be used when the
engine is running. There are 10 temper-
ature levels. When activated, the indi-
cator will display the temperature level
from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).
To activate the seat heater, use the
wheel switch to highlight the seat heat-
er display with the cursor.
Press the wheel switch inward to se-
lect the seat heater function.
Once selected, rotate the wheel switch
up and down to adjust the temperature
level.
Press the wheel switch inward to con-
firm the temperature level and exit the
seat heater function.NOTICE
ECA25721
 Be sure to wear protective
clothin g that covers your hip
an d le gs when usin g the seat
heater. 
Do not use the seat heater in
warm weather.
 If the seat b ecomes worn or
d amag ed , stop usin g the seat
heater an d replace the seat.
The function of the wheel switch can
be locked into grip warmer/seat heater
mode by pressing and holding the
wheel switch inward while the grip
warmer indicator or the seat heater in-
dicator is highlighted by the cursor.
In this mode, the temperature levels
can be instantly adjusted by rotating
the wheel switch up/down.
While in this mode, press the wheel
switch inward to toggle between the
grip warmer and seat heater functions.
To exit this mode and return the wheel
switch to its normal functionality, press
and hold the wheel switch inward.TIPThe current grip warmer/seat heater
settings are saved when the vehicle is
turned off.
Lap timer
This stopwatch function can be acti-
vated through the settings MENU. (See
page 4-17.)
Once activated, the two vehicle infor-
mation displays on the main display
screen are replaced with:
To start the timer, push the dim-
mer/pass switch down towards
“PASS”.
Each push of the dimmer/pass switch
will increase the lap count by 1 and re-
set the current lap timer.
To pause the lap timer, press the wheel
switch inward.1. Lap count
2. Current lap time
3. Latest/Previous lap time
LAP
02
LATEST
00:12.3 4
00:3 0.23
2
1
3
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mer/pass switch down towards
“PASS” and the timer will resume with-
out counting a new lap.
To exit the lap time mode, turn it off in
the settings MENU. (See page 4-17.)
TIP
The engine must be running to
start the lap timer.
 The headlight will flash when the
dimmer/pass switch is pressed.
 Whenever the lap timer is paused,
it can be resumed using the dim-
mer/pass switch.Brake control icon “BC”
This icon is replaced by the auxiliary
system warning and coolant tempera-
ture warning indicators when they are
activated.
For more information on the BC sys-
tem see “BC” on page 3-7.
Error mo de warnin g “Err”
When an internal error occurs (e.g.,
communication with a system control-
ler has been cut off), the error mode
warning will appear as follows. “Err” and “ ” indicator light indicates
an ECU error.
“Err” and the SCU trouble
warning “ ” indicates a SCU error.
“Err” only indicates an ABS ECU error.
TIPDepending on the nature of the error,
the display may not function properly
and the TCS settings may be impossi-
ble to change. Additionally, the ABS
may not function properly. Use extra
care when braking and have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle immediately.SCU trou
ble warnin g“”
This icon appears if a problem is de-
tected in the front or rear suspension.
Auxiliary system warnin g“”
This icon appears if a problem is de-
tected in a non-engine-related system.
Coolant temperature warnin g“”
This icon appears if the coolant tem-
perature reaches 116 °C (241 °F) or
higher. Stop the vehicle and turn off the
engine. Allow the engine to cool.
NOTICE
ECA10022
Do not continue to operate the en-
g ine if it is overheatin g.Oil pressure warnin g“”
This icon appears when the engine oil
pressure is low. When the vehicle is
first turned on, engine oil pressure has
yet to build, so this icon will come on
and stay on until the engine has been
started.TIPIf a malfunction is detected, the oil
pressure warning icon will flash repeat-
edly.NOTICE
ECA26410
Do not continue to operate the en-
g ine if the oil pressure is low.
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