Yamaha VMAX VMX17 User manual

DIC183
VMX17
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
2CE-28199-E0
[English (E)]

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Readthis manual carefully before operatingthis vehicle. This manual shouldstay with this vehicle if it is sold.
General manager of quality assurance div.
Date of issue: 1 Aug. 2002
Place of issue: Shizuoka, Japan
DECLARATION of CONFORMITY
YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
1450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan
Company: YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
We
Address: 1450-6, Mori, Mori-Machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-Ken, 437-0292 Japan
Kind of equipment: IMMOBILIZER
Hereby declare that the product:
Type-designation: 5SL-00
is in compliance with following norm(s) or documents:
R&TTE Directive(1999/5/EC)
EN300 330-2 v1.3.1(2006-01), EN300 330-2 v1.5.1(2010-02)
EN60950-1:2006/A11:2009
Two or Three-Wheel Motor Vehicles Directive(97/24/EC: Chapter 8, EMC)
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Version up the norm of EN60950 to EN60950-1
To change company name
version up of the following norm:
• EN300 330-2 v1.1.1 to EN300 330-2 v1.3.1 and EN300 330-2 v1.5.1
• EN60950-1:2001 to EN60950-1:2006/A11:2009
27 Feb. 2006
1 Mar. 2007
8 Jul. 2010
Revision record
No. Contents
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Date
9 Jun. 2005
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INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the VMX17, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design
and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your VMX17. The Owner’s Manual
does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself
and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and
this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please readthis manual carefully andcompletely before operatingthis motorcycle.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is usedto alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoidpossible injury
or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, couldresult in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoiddamage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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VMX17
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2014 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, July 2014
All rights reserved.
Any reprintingor unauthorizeduse
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printedin Japan.
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