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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
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ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight, li-
cense plate light and auxiliary light
come on, and the engine can be start-
ed. The key cannot be removed.
NOTE:

The headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays on
until the key is turned to “OFF”, even if
the engine stalls.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
WARNING

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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving,
otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the vehicle is stopped be-
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2. Turn.
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the engine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”.
If the warning light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.
CAUTION:

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Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
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Engine trouble warning light “”
This warning light comes on when an
electrical circuit monitoring the engine
is defective. When this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the self-diagno-
sis system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. If the warning light does not come
on for a few seconds, then go off, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
NOTE:

This warning light will come on whenthe key is turned to “ON” and the start
switch is pushed, but this does not indi-
cate a malfunction.
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Multi-function display
WARNING

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Be sure to stop the vehicle before
making any setting changes to the
multi-function display.
1. “RESET” button
2. “SELECT 1” button
3. “SELECT 2” button
4. Clock/stopwatch
5. Speedometer
6. Odometer/tripmeter/fuel reserve tripmeter
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NOTE:


The multi-function display can be
set to the basic mode or the mea-
surement mode.

Tripmeter A will automatically re-
set to zero when changing from
the basic mode to the measure-
ment mode or vice versa.
Basic mode:

a speedometer (which shows the
riding speed)

an odometer (which shows the to-tal distance traveled)

two tripmeters (which show the
distance traveled since they were
last set to zero)

a fuel reserve tripmeter (which
shows the distance traveled since
the fuel level warning light came
on)

a clock

a self-diagnosis device
Measurement mode:

a speedometer (which shows the
riding speed)

a distance-compensation tripme-
ter (which shows the accumulated
distance traveled since set to zero
and which can be calibrated to pro-
vide a more accurate tripmeter
reading)

a stopwatch (which shows the time
that has been accumulated since
the start of stopwatch measure-
ment)

a self-diagnosis device
NOTE:


Be sure to turn the key to “ON” be-
fore using the “SELECT 1”,“SELECT 2” and “RESET” but-
tons.

When the key is turned to “ON”, all
of the display segments of the
multi-function display will appear
and then disappear, in order to test
the electrical circuit.

For the U.K. only: To switch the
speedometer and odometer/trip-
meter displays between kilometers
and miles, press the “SELECT 2”
button until the display changes af-
ter the main switch is turned to
“ON”.
Basic mode
Odometer and tripmeter modes
Push the “SELECT 2” button to switch
the display between the odometer
mode and the tripmeter modes A and B
in the following order:
odometer
→
tripmeter A
→
tripmeter B
→
odometer

1. Stopwatch indicator “ ”
2. Tripmeter A indicator “ ”/
Distance-compensation tripmeter “ ”
3. Tripmeter B indicator “ ”
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NOTE:

Indicator “ ” comes on when tripmeter
A is selected, and indicator “ ” comes
on when tripmeter B is selected.If the fuel level warning light comes on
(see page 3-2), the display will auto-
matically change to the fuel reserve
tripmeter mode “F” and start counting
the distance traveled from that point. In
this case, push the “SELECT 2” button
to switch the display between the vari-
ous tripmeter and odometer modes in
the following order:
fuel reserve tripmeter “F”
→
odometer
→
tripmeter A
→
tripmeter B
→
fuel re-
serve tripmeter “F”
NOTE:

The fuel level warning light may not
function accurately while riding off road
as the fuel level reading changes due to
the movement and inclination of the ve-
hicle.
If the fuel level warning light comes on
while riding in the measurement mode,
change to the basic mode and push the
“SELECT 2” button to display the fuel
reserve tripmeter.
NOTE:

To change from the measurement
mode to the basic mode, the stopwatch
and the distance-compensation tripme-
ter must be stopped.
To reset a tripmeter, select it by push-
ing the “SELECT 2” button, and then
push the “RESET” button for at least
one second. If you do not reset the fuel
reserve tripmeter manually, it will reset
itself automatically and the display will
return to the prior mode after refueling
and traveling 5 km (3 mi).
Clock
Turn the key to “ON”.NOTE:

When setting the clock, push the
“SELECT 1” button to increase the dig-
its or “SELECT 2” button to decrease
1. Tripmeter A indicator “ ”
1. Tripmeter B indicator “ ”
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1. Fuel reserve tripmeter “F”
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the digits. Pushing and holding either
button will increase or decrease the
digits continuously until the button is re-

leased.
To set the clock
1. Push the “SELECT 1” button for at
least two seconds.
2. When the hour digits start flashing,
push either select button to set the
hours.
3. Push the “RESET” button, and the
minute digits will start flashing.
4. Push either select button to set the
minutes.
5. Push the “RESET” button, and the
second digits will start flashing.
6. Push either select button to set the
second digits to zero.
7. Push the “RESET” button for at
least two seconds, and then re-
lease it to start the clock.NOTE:

If the “RESET” button is not pushed
within 30 seconds, the clock will not be
set and will return to the prior time.
Changing from the basic mode to
the measurement mode
With the odometer selected, push the
“SELECT 1” button and “SELECT 2”
button together for at least two seconds
to change to the measurement mode.
Changing from the measurement
mode to the basic mode
NOTE:

The stopwatch must be stopped before
changing to the basic mode.
1. Check that the stopwatch is not in
operation. If the stopwatch is in op-
eration, stop it by pushing the
“SELECT 1” button and “SELECT
2” button together.
2. Push the “SELECT 1” button and
“SELECT 2” button together for at
least two seconds to change to the
basic mode.
Measurement mode (for the stop-
watch)
When the measurement mode is select-
ed, the stopwatch is displayed and it can
be started manually or automatically.Manual start
The manual start is the default setting
for the stopwatch. The stopwatch indi-
cator “ ” and the distance-compensa-
tion tripmeter indicator “ ” will start
flashing.
1. Push the “RESET” button to start
the stopwatch.
2. Push the “SELECT 1” button and
“SELECT 2” button together to
stop the stopwatch.
3. To resume stopwatch counting,
push the “SELECT 1” button and
“SELECT 2” button together.
To reset the stopwatch to zero,
see “Resetting the distance-com-
pensation tripmeter or the dis-
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on page 3-8.
NOTE:

The stopwatch will continue counting
when the vehicle is stopped. To stop
and/or resume counting, repeat steps 2
and 3.
Auto start
1. Push the “SELECT 1” button for at
least two seconds to set the auto
start.NOTE:

When the stopwatch is set to auto start,
the stopwatch indicator “ ” and the
distance-compensation tripmeter indi-
cator “ ” will start flashing, and the
digits in the display will start scrolling
from left to right.2. When the vehicle starts moving,
the stopwatch will start counting.
3. Push the “SELECT 1” button and
“SELECT 2” button together to
stop the stopwatch.
4. To resume counting, push the
“SELECT 1” button and “SELECT
2” button together again.
NOTE:

The stopwatch will continue counting
when the vehicle is stopped. To stop
and/or resume counting, repeat steps 3
and 4.
Measurement mode (for calibrating
the distance-compensation tripme-
ter’s reading)
The distance-compensation tripmeteris a feature intended to provide a more
accurate tripmeter reading for enduro
riding. Calibrating this meter in accor-
dance with the distances specified on
the enduro course map will help famil-
iarize the rider with the course. In addi-
tion, calibrating the meter may also be
necessary when using tire, wheel,
chain sprocket sizes, etc. other than
specified. For further information con-
cerning the use of this meter, please
consult your nearby Yamaha dealer.
Calibrate the distance-compensation
tripmeter as follows.
To increase the reading, push the
“SELECT 1” button. To decrease the
reading, push the “SELECT 2” button.
Pushing and holding either button will
increase or decrease the reading con-
tinuously until the button is released.
NOTE:

Calibrating the reading of the dis-
tance-compensation tripmeter is possi-
ble regardless of the stopwatch
operation.

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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 “/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the center
position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
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Horn switch “”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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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 emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
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Start switch “”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
CAUTION:

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See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
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The engine trouble warning light will
come on when the key is turned to “ON”
and the start switch is pushed, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
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Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See
page 3-18.)
1. Engine stop switch “ / ”
2. Start switch “ ”
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is turned on.
3. Turn the key on.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
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 system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
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.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING

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Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.

Never 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.

Before 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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NOTE:

This model is equipped with a lean an-
gle sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. To start the engine after a
turnover, be sure to turn the main
switch to “OFF” and then to “ON”. Fail-
ing to do so will prevent the engine from
starting even though the engine will
crank when pushing the start switch.
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Starting the engine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:

The transmission is in the neutral
position.

The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the sid-
estand up.
WARNING

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Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-18.

Never ride with the sidestand
down.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “ ”.
CAUTION:

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The following warning lights should
come on for a few seconds, then go
off.

Fuel level warning light

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WARNING

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Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.

After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing
sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
NOTE:

If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant
as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.