light YAMAHA XT1200ZE 2017 Owners Manual

Table of contents
Safety 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
Indicator lights and warning lights ............................................3-4
Cruise control system .....................3-7
Multi-function meter unit ...............3-10
D-mode (drive mode) ....................3-22
Handlebar switches.......................3-23
Clutch lever ...................................3-24
Shift pedal .....................................3-25
Brake lever ....................................3-25
Brake pedal ...................................3-26
ABS ...............................................3-27
Traction control system.................3-28
Fuel tank cap.................................3-30
Fuel................................................3-30
Fuel tank overflow hose ................3-32
Catalytic converter ........................3-32
Rider seat ......................................3-33
Adjusting the rider seat height ......3-34
Windshield.....................................3-36
Adjusting the front and rear suspension.................................3-37
Carriers..........................................3-41
Luggage strap holders ..................3-42
Sidestand ......................................3-43
Ignition circuit cut-off system........3-43
Auxiliary DC jack ...........................3-45
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ...............................................4-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points .................................................5-1
Starting the engine ..........................5-2
Shifting ............................................5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................5-4 Engine break-in ............................... 5-4
Parking ............................................ 5-5
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system.............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart........................... 6-4
Removing and installing
cowlings ...................................... 6-7
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-9
Canister......................................... 6-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-10
Final gear oil.................................. 6-14
Coolant ......................................... 6-16
Air filter element ............................ 6-17
Checking the engine idling speed......................................... 6-18
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 6-18
Valve clearance ............................. 6-19
Tires .............................................. 6-19
Spoke wheels ............................... 6-22
Clutch lever ................................... 6-22
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-23
Brake light switches ...................... 6-23
Checking the front and rear brake
pads........................................... 6-24
Checking the brake fluid level....... 6-25
Changing the brake and clutch
fluids .......................................... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals ............... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ........ 6-28
Lubricating the swingarm pivots... 6-28
Checking the front fork ................. 6-29
Checking the steering ................... 6-29
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-30
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Battery .......................................... 6-30
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-32
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 6-33
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb... 6-35
Turn signal light and brake/tail
light ........................................... 6-37
Replacing a license plate light bulb ........................................... 6-38
Troubleshooting............................ 6-39
Troubleshooting charts................. 6-40
Motorcycle care an d stora ge.......... 7-1
Matte color caution ........................ 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ........................................... 7-4
Specifications ................................... 8-1
Consumer information ..................... 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
Diagnostic connector ..................... 9-2
Vehicle data recording.................... 9-3
In dex ................................................ 10-1
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Safety information
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1sleeping bags, duffel bags, or
tents, can create unstable han-
dling or a slow steering re-
sponse.
 This vehicle is not desi gne d to
pull a trailer or to be attached to
a si decar.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle
is an important decision. Genuine
Yamaha accessories, which are avail- able only from a Yamaha dealer, have
been designed, tested, and approved
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
Many companies with no connection
to Yamaha manufacture parts and ac-
cessories or offer other modifications
for Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in
a position to test the products that
these aftermarket companies produce.
Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
dorse nor recommend the use of ac-
cessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, an d
Mo difications
While you may find aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accesso-
ries or modifications are not suitable
because of potential safety hazards to
you or others. Installing aftermarket
products or having other modifications
performed to your vehicle that change
any of the vehicle’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or
death. You are responsible for injuries
related to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.
 Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the per-
formance of your motorcycle.
Carefully inspect the accessory
before using it to make sure that it
does not in any way reduce
ground clearance or cornering
clearance, limit suspension travel,
steering travel or control opera-
tion, or obscure lights or reflec-
tors.
• Accessories fitted to the han- dlebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improp-
er weight distribution or aerody-
namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be as
lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.
• Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle due to aerody-
namic effects. Wind may at-
tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become
unstable in cross winds. These
accessories may also cause in-
stability when passing or being
passed by large vehicles.
• Certain accessories can dis- place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the
freedom of movement of the
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operator and may limit control
ability, therefore, such accesso-
ries are not recommended.
 Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical ac-
cessories exceed the capacity of
the motorcycle’s electrical sys-
tem, an electric failure could re-
sult, which could cause a
dangerous loss of lights or engine
power.
Aftermarket Tires an d Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
motorcycle were designed to match
the performance capabilities and to
provide the best combination of han-
dling, braking, and comfort. Other
tires, rims, sizes, and combinations
may not be appropriate. Refer to page
6-19 for tire specifications and more in-
formation on replacing your tires.
Transportin g the Motorcycle
Be sure to observe following instruc-
tions before transporting the motorcy-
cle in another vehicle.  Remove all loose items from the
motorcycle.
 Check that the fuel cock (if
equipped) is in the “OFF” position
and that there are no fuel leaks.
 Point the front wheel straight
ahead on the trailer or in the truck
bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
vent movement.
 Shift the transmission in gear (for
models with a manual transmis-
sion).
 Secure the motorcycle with tie-
downs or suitable straps that are
attached to solid parts of the mo- torcycle, such as the frame or up-
per front fork triple clamp (and not,
for example, to rubber-mounted
handlebars or turn signals, or
parts that could break). Choose
the location for the straps carefully
so the straps will not rub against
painted surfaces during transport.
 The suspension should be com-
pressed somewhat by the tie-
downs, if possible, so that the mo-
torcycle will not bounce exces-
sively during transport.
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EAU10978
Immo bilizer system
This vehicle is equipped with an immo-
bilizer system to help prevent theft by
re-registering codes in the standard
keys. This system consists of the fol-
lowing:
 a code re-registering key (with a
red bow)
 two standard keys (with a black
bow) that can be re-registered
with new codes
 a transponder (which is installed in
the code re-registering key)
 an immobilizer unit
 an ECU
 an immobilizer system indicator
light (See page 3-6.)
The key with the red bow is used to
register codes in each standard key.
Since re-registering is a difficult pro-
cess, take the vehicle along with all
three keys to a Yamaha dealer to have
them re-registered. Do not use the key
with the red bow for driving. It should
only be used for re-registering the
standard keys. Always use a standard
key for driving.
NOTICE
ECA11822
 DO NOT LOSE THE CODE RE-
REGISTERING KEY! CONTACT
YOUR DEALER IMMEDIATELY
IF IT IS LOST! If the co de re-reg -
isterin g key is lost, reg istering
new co des in the stan dar d keys
is impossi ble. The stan dar d
keys can still be used to start
the vehicle, however if co de re-
re gisterin g is require d (i.e., if a
new stan dar d key is ma de or all
keys are lost) the entire immob i-
lizer system must be replaced .
Therefore, it is hi ghly recom-
mend ed to use either stan dar d
key an d keep the co de re-re gis-
tering key in a safe place.
 Do not su bmerse any key in wa-
ter.
 Do not expose any key to exces-
sively hig h temperatures.
 Do not place any key close to
ma gnets (this includ es, but not
limite d to, pro ducts such as
speakers, etc.).
 Do n

ot place items that transmit
electrical si gnals close to any
key.
 Do not place heavy items on any
key.
 Do not g rind any key or alter its
shape.
 Do not d isassemble the plastic
part of any key.
 Do not put two keys of any im-
mo bilizer system on the same
key rin g.
1. Code re-registering key (red bow)
2. Standard keys (black bow)
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Keep the stan dar d keys as well
as keys of other immo bilizer
systems away from this vehi-
cle’s cod e re-registering key.
 Keep other immo bilizer system
keys away from the main switch
as they may cause si gnal inter-
ference.
EAU10474
Main switch/steerin g 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.
TIP
Be 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.
EAU26812ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillights, li-
cense plate light and auxiliary lights
come on, and the engine can be start-
ed. The key cannot be removed.
TIP
The headlights come on automatically
when the engine is started and stay on
until the key is turned to “OFF”.
EAU10662OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
P
ON
OFF
LOCK
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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.
EAU10696LOCK
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 or right.
2. With the key in the “OFF” position, push the key in and turn it to
“LOCK”.
3. Remove the key.
TIP
If the steering will not lock, try turning
the handlebars back to the right or left
slightly.
To unlock the steering
From the “LOCK” position, push the
key and turn it to “OFF”.
EAU59680 (Parkin g)
The hazard lights and turn signal lights
can be turned on, but all other electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
NOTICE
ECA20760
Usin g the hazar d or turn si gnal li ghts
for an exten ded len gth of time may
cause the battery to d ischarge.
1. Push.
2. Turn.
12
1. Push.
2. Turn.
12
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EAU4939C
In dicator li ghts and warning
li g hts
EAU11032Turn si gnal in dicator li ghts “ ”
an d“”
Each indicator light will flash when its
corresponding turn signal lights are
flashing.
EAU11061Neutral in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11081Hi gh beam in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU11257Oil level warnin g li ght “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil level is low.
When the vehicle is turned on, the light
will perform a circuit check (come on
for a few seconds and then go off).
If the warning light remains on after
confirming that the oil level is correct
(page 6-10), have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
TIP
 Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when rid-
ing up or downhill, or during sud-
den acceleration or deceleration,
but this is not a malfunction.
 If a malfunction is detected, the oil
level warning light will flash re-
peatedly. Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
EAU58401Cruise control in dicator
li g hts “ ”/“SET”
These indicator lights come on when
the cruise control system is activated.
See page 3-7 for a detailed explanation
of the function of these indicator lights.
The electrical circuit of these indicator
lights can be checked by turning the
key to “ON”. These indicator lights
should come on for a few seconds, and
then go off.
If an indicator light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if an indicator light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
1. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. Electronically adjustable suspension sys- tem warning light “ ”
4. Oil level warning light “ ”
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
6. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light “ ”
7. Traction control system indicator light “ ”
8. Cruise control indicator lights “ ”/“SET”
9. High beam indicator light “ ”
10.Neutral indicator light “ ”
11.Immobilizer system indicator light “ ”
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EAU73171En gine trou ble warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on 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 electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
EAU69891ABS warnin g li ght “ ”
In normal operation, this warning light
comes on when the key is turned to
“ON”, and goes off after traveling at a
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or higher.
If the ABS warning light:  does not come on when the key is
turned to “ON”
 comes on or flashes while riding
 does not go off after traveling at a
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or high-
er
The ABS may not work correctly. If any
of the above occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system as soon as
possible. (See page 3-27 for an expla-
nation of the ABS.)
WARNING
EWA16041
If the ABS warnin g li ght does not go
off after travelin g at a speed of 10
km/h (6 mi/h) or hi gher, or if the
warnin g li ght comes on or flashes
while ri din g, the b rake system re-
verts to conventional brakin g. If ei- ther of the a
bove occurs, or if the
warnin g lig ht does not come on at
all, use extra caution to avoi d possi-
b le wheel lock durin g emer gency
b rakin g. Have a Yamaha d ealer
check the brake system an d electri-
cal circuits as soon as possi ble.
EAU74081Traction control system in dicator
li g ht “ ”
This indicator light will flash when trac-
tion control has engaged.
If the traction control system is turned
off, this indicator light will come on.
TIP
When the vehicle is turned on, the 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 vehicle.
EAU55392Electronically ad justable suspen-
sion system warnin g li ght “ ”
This warning light comes on if a prob-
lem is detected in the electronically ad-
justable suspension system.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
ABS
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EAU73120Immo bilizer system in dicator
li g ht “ ”
When the key is turned to “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.
The electrical circuit of the indicator
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The indicator light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the indicator light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
if the indicator light remains on, or if the
indicator light flashes in a pattern (if a
problem is detected in the immobilizer
system, the immobilizer system indica-
tor light will flash in a pattern), have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
TIP
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. Other immobilizer system
keys may cause signal interfer-
ence and prevent the engine from
starting.
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.
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