Yamaha ROAD STAR XV16A, Owner'S Manual

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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 3-17 for an explanation of the ig-
nition circuit cut-off system.)
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Shift pedal
The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 5-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.
NOTE:
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Use your toes or heel to shift up and
your toes to shift down.
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Brake lever
The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
1. Clutch lever 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever