Yamaha YZFR1Y(C) Motorcycle User Manual


 
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Start switch “”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter. See page 6-1 for start-
ing instructions prior to starting the en-
gine.
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The engine trouble warning light will
come on when the key is turned to ON
and the start switch is pushed, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
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Drive mode switch MODE
WARNING
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Do not change the D-mode while the
vehicle is moving.
Using this switch changes the drive
mode to STD, A, or B in the follow-
ing order:
STD A B STD
The throttle grip must be completely
closed in order to change the drive
mode. (See page 4-1 for an explana-
tion of each drive mode.)
TIP
The mode is set to STD by de-
fault. The STD mode resets
when the key is turned to OFF.
The selected mode is shown on
the drive mode display. (See page
4-11.)
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Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See page
4-30.)
1. Clutch lever
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