OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

These parts require about 30 minutes of break-in operation at half-throttle or less. Observe the condition of the engine carefully during operation.

● If any engine trouble should occur during the engine break-in period, immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.

Parking

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When parking, stop the engine, and then turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”.

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● Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch them and be burned.

● Do not park on a slope or on soft ground, otherwise the vehicle may overturn, increasing the risk of a fuel leak and fire.

● Do not park near grass or other flammable materials which might catch fire.

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Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrication will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition possible. Safety is an obligation of the vehicle owner/operator. The most important points of vehicle inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are explained on the following pages. The intervals given in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart should be simply considered as a general guide under normal riding conditions. However, depending on the weather, terrain, geographical location, and individual use, the maintenance intervals may need to be shortened.

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WARNING

Failure to properly maintain the vehicle or performing maintenance activities incorrectly may increase your risk of injury or death during service or while using the vehicle. If you are not familiar with vehicle service, have a Yamaha dealer perform service.

WARNING

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Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified.

● A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires.

● Running the engine while servicing can lead to eye injury, burns, fire, or carbon monoxide poisoning – possibly leading to death. See page 2-1 for more information about carbon monoxide.