Operation Manual

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Before riding this motorcycle,
become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions. Consult a
Yamaha dealer regarding any
control or function that you do
not thoroughly understand.
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Never start your engine or let
it run for any length of time in
a closed area. The exhaust
fumes are poisonous and can
cause loss of consciousness
and death within a short time.
Always operate your motorcy-
cle in an area with adequate
ventilation.
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Before starting out, always be
sure the sidestand is up.
Failure to retract the sidestand
completely can result in a seri-
ous accident when you try to
turn a corner.
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Starting the engine
NOTE:
This motorcycle is equipped with an
ignition circuit cut-off system. The
engine can be started only under the
following conditions:
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The transmission is in neutral.
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The sidestand is up, the trans-
mission is in gear and the clutch
is disengaged
The motorcycle must not be ridden
when the sidestand is down.
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Before going through the following
steps, check the function of the
sidestand switch and clutch
switch. (Refer to page 3-17.)
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