stop start YAMAHA TW125 2002 Owners Manual

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
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Dimmer switch “&/%”
Set this switch to “&” for the high
beam and to “%” for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch “4/6”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “6”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “4”. 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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Horn switch “*”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Start switch “,”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
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cCSee page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
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Engine stop switch “#/$”
Set this switch to “#” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “$” to
stop the engine in case of an emer-
gency, such as when the motorcycle
overturns or when the throttle cable is
stuck.
1
2
1. Engine stop switch “#/$”
2. Start switch “,”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
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 to “ON”.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
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 sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NO
NOTE:This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YESYES NO
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES NO
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5
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w8Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer
regarding any control or func-
tion that you do not thorough-
ly understand.
8Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
8Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss
of control.
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Starting the engineIn order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
8The transmission is in the neutral
position.
8The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
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w8Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system
according to the procedure
described on page 3-12.
8Never ride with the sidestand
down.
1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
2. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch
is set to “#”.
3. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.NOTE:
When the transmission is in the neu-
tral position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
ON
FUEL
RES
OFF
1
ON
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6 2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.
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cCDo not overtighten the screws,
otherwise the lens may break.
1
1. Bulb
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground
by using a motorcycle stand or, if a
motorcycle stand is not available, by
placing a jack either under each side
of the frame in front of the rear wheel
or under each side of the swingarm.
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Supporting the motorcycleSince this model is not equipped with
a centerstand, follow these precau-
tions when removing the front and
rear wheel or performing other main-
tenance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motor-
cycle is in a stable and level position
before starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed
under the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcy-
cle by using a motorcycle stand
or, if an additional motorcycle
stand is not available, by placing
a jack under the frame in front of
the rear wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
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