
1-4
FEATURES
Traction control system
The tractioncontrol system (TCS) helps maintaintractionwhen accelerating onslippery surfaces, such
as unpaved or wet roads. If sensors detect that the rear wheel is starting to slip (uncontrolled spinning),
the traction control system assists by regulating engine power as needed until traction is restored.
EWA15433
The traction control system is not a substitute for riding appropriately for the conditions. Trac-
tion control cannot prevent loss of traction due to excessive speed when entering turns, when
accelerating hard at a sharp lean angle, or while braking, and cannot prevent front wheel slip-
ping. As with any vehicle, approach surfaces that may be slippery with caution and avoid espe-
cially slippery surfaces.
Setting the traction control system
When the key is turned to “ON”, traction control is turned on automatically.
The “ ” indicator light flashes when traction control has engaged. You may notice slight changes in
engine and exhaust sounds when the system has engaged.
When the traction control system has been set to “OFF”, the “ ” indicator light will come on.
TCS “OFF”
TCS “OFF” turns the traction control system off.
TCS “ON”
TCS “ON” turns the traction control system on.
ECA19650
Use only the specified tires. Using different sized tires will prevent the traction control system
from controlling tire rotation accurately.
• The current TCS setting is shown in the TCS display.
• Traction control can be turned on or off only when the vehicle is stopped.
• When the key is turned to “ON”, traction control is turned on.
• Turn the traction control system off to help free the rear wheel if the vehicle gets stuck in mud, sand,
or other soft surfaces.
• When the vehicle is on the centerstand, do not rev the engine for an extended period of time. Other-
wise, the traction control system will automatically disable and need to be reset.
• In normal operation, “ ” indicator light flashes when traction control has engaged.
• When the traction control system has been turned off, “ ” indication light will come on.
• Ifthe tractioncontrol system becomes disabled while riding, “ ”indicator lightand the engine trouble
warning light will come on.
1. Trip / information switch (To “ON” or “OFF”
TCS mode)
2. TCS display
3. “TCS” indicator light
EE
FF
2
3
BCWF8197E0.book Page 4 Thursday, November 18,2021 9:18 AM