Owner`s manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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CAUTION:
ECA15380
To avoid locking the key in, never
lock either sidebag and remove the
key from the lock before closing the
lid.
To open a sidebag lid
1. Insert the key into the sidebag
lock, and then turn the key coun-
terclockwise.
2. Push the key in, and then fold the
sidebag lid up.
To close a sidebag lid
1. Fold the sidebag lid down so that
the latch snaps into place.
2. Turn the key clockwise, and then
remove it.
NOTE:
Water can be harmful to untreated
leather. Use Yamaha Saddle Soap or
another quality brand according to the
manufacturer’s directions to clean the
leather on the sidebags. Polish the dry
leather with a soft cloth, and then treat
with Yamaha Mink Oil or another high-
quality leather protectant for increased
water resistance.
EAU42540
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly
This shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring, allowing the spring preload to
be adjusted to suit the rider’s prefer-
ence.
It is recommended to have a Yamaha
dealer adjust the spring preload.
CAUTION:
ECA10100
Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum or
minimum settings.
1. Key
2. Unlock.
1. Shock absorber assembly
2. Position indicator
3. Spring preload adjusting ring
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