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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................... 3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................... 3-2
Oil level indicator circuit check .............................. 3-4
Fuel indicator circuit check ................................... 3-5
Speedometer ........................................................ 3-6
Tachometer ........................................................... 3-6
Diagnosis device................................................... 3-7
Antitheft alarm (optional) ...................................... 3-7
Coolant temperature gauge .................................. 3-8
Handlebar switches .............................................. 3-8
Clutch lever ........................................................... 3-9
Shift pedal ........................................................... 3-10
Front brake lever ................................................. 3-10
Rear brake pedal ................................................ 3-10Fuel tank cap ..................................................... 3-11
Fuel .................................................................... 3-11
Fuel tank breather hose (for Germany only) ...... 3-13
Starter (choke) “ ” .......................................... 3-13
Seat.................................................................... 3-14
Helmet holder..................................................... 3-15
Storage compartment ........................................ 3-15
Front fork adjustment ......................................... 3-16
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....................... 3-18
Recommended combinations of
the front fork and the rear shock absorber
settings............................................................. 3-20
Luggage strap holders ....................................... 3-21
Sidestand ........................................................... 3-21
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-22
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3-INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lockThe main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on. The
engine can be started. The key cannot
be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off. The key can be removed in this po-
sition.
To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left. While push-
ing the key into the main switch, turn it
from “OFF” to “LOCK” and remove it.
To release the lock, turn the key to
“OFF” while pushing.
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WA R N I N G
@ Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Be
sure the motorcycle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”. @1. Push
2. Turn
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary light come
on but all other circuits are off. The key
can be removed in this position.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “ ”.
Do not use this position for an extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
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Indicator lights
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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Oil level indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the oil
level is low. This light circuit can be
checked by the procedure on page 3-4.
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CAUTION:@ Do not run the motorcycle until you
know it has sufficient engine oil. @NOTE:@ Even if the oil is filled to the specified
level, the indicator light may flicker
when riding on a slope or during sud-
den acceleration or deceleration, but
this is normal. @
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Fuel indicator light “ ”
When the fuel level drops below ap-
proximately 3.1 L, this light will come
on. When this light comes on, fill the
tank at the first opportunity. This light
circuit can be checked by the proce-
dure on page 3-5.
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. Oil level indicator light “ ”
3. Fuel indicator light “ ”
4. Turn indicator light “ ”
5. High beam indicator light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Turn indicator light “ ”
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. Oil level indicator light “ ”
3. Fuel indicator light “ ”
4. Turn indicator light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Oil level indicator circuit check
CB-48E
Turn the main switch to “ON” and
the engine stop switch to “ ”.
Oil level indicator light
does not come on.
Oil level indicator light
comes on.Check engine oil level.
Oil level indicator light
comes on.
Oil level indicator light
does not come on.
Engine oil level and
electrical circuit are OK.
Go ahead with riding.
Put the transmission in neutral or
apply the clutch lever, then push
the start switch.
Oil level
is OK.
Supply
engine oil.Oil level
is low.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect electrical circuit.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel indicator circuit check
CB-46E
Turn the main switch to “ON” and the
engine stop switch to “ ”.
Fuel indicator light does
not come on.
Fuel indicator light
comes on.Check the fuel level.
Fuel indicator light
comes on.
Fuel indicator light
does not come on.
Fuel level and electrical
circuit are OK.
Go ahead with riding.
Put the transmission in neutral or
apply the clutch lever, then push
the start switch.
Fuel level
is OK.
Supply fuel.Fuel level
is low.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect electrical circuit.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Diagnosis deviceThis model is equipped with a self diag-
nosis for the following circuits:l
Throttle Position Sensor (T.P.S.)
circuit
l
Fuel indicator light circuit
If some trouble should occur in any of
these circuits, the tachometer will re-
peatedly display as follows:
CB-53EUse this chart to identify what circuit is
faulty according to the specified r/min
displayed.CB-60E
If the tachometer displays as described
above, take note of the specified r/min
and then take your motorcycle to a
Yamaha dealer for repair.
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CAUTION:@ To prevent engine damage, be sure
to consult a Yamaha dealer as soon
as possible if the tachometer dis-
plays a repeated change in r/min. @
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Antitheft alarm (optional)An antitheft alarm can be equipped to
this motorcycle. Consult your Yamaha
dealer to obtain and install the alarm.
Specified r/min
Faulty circuit
3,000 r/min
Throttle Position Sensor
(T.P.S.)
8,000 r/min
Fuel indicator light
0 r/min
for
3 seconds
Specified r/min for
the faulty circuit
for 2.5 seconds
(see chart below)
Current
engine
r/min for
3 seconds
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Coolant temperature gaugeThis gauge indicates the coolant tem-
perature when the main switch is on.
The engine operating temperature will
vary with changes in weather and en-
gine load. If the needle points to the red
zone or higher, stop your motorcycle
and let the engine cool. (See page 6-41
for details.)
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CAUTION:@ When the engine is overheated, do
not continue riding. @
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Handlebar switches
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Pass switch “PASS”
Press the switch to operate the passing
light.
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Dimmer switch
Turn the 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 the
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push the switch to “ ”. Once the
switch is released it will return to the
center position. To cancel the signal,
push the switch in after it has returned
to the center position.
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Horn switch “ ”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
1. Coolant temperature gauge
2. Red zone
1. Pass switch “PASS”
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Engine stop switch
The engine stop switch is a safety de-
vice for use in an emergency such as
when the motorcycle overturns or if
trouble occurs in the throttle system.
Turn the switch to “ ” to start the en-
gine. In case of emergency, turn the
switch to “ ” to stop the engine.
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Lights switch
Turning the light switch to “ ”, turns
on the auxiliary light, meter lights and
taillight. Turning the light switch to
“ ” turns the headlight on also.
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Start switch “ ”
The starter motor cranks the engine
when pushing the start switch.
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CAUTION:@ See starting instructions prior to
starting the engine. @
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Clutch leverThe clutch lever is located on the left
handlebar, and the ignition circuit cut-
off system is incorporated in the clutch
lever holder. Pull the clutch lever to the
handlebar to disengage the clutch, and
release the lever to engage the clutch.
The lever should be pulled rapidly and
released slowly for smooth clutch oper-
ation. (Refer to the engine starting pro-
cedures for a description of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)
1. Engine stop switch
2. Lights switch
3. Start switch “ ”
1. Clutch lever
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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NOTE:Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be thoroughly accom-
plished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
WARNING
If any item in the PRE-OPERATION CHECK is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the motorcycle.Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
Fuel• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.3-11 ~ 3-13
Lights, signals and
switches• Check for proper operation. 6-33 ~ 6-35
Air intake duct• Check that the screen is not clogged.
• Clean if necessary.— ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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