Instrument And Control Functions; Main Switch/Steering Lock - Yamaha XT250 2008 Owner's Manual

Main switch/steering lock

The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power, and the meter lighting, taillight
and position lights come on, and the
engine can be started. The key cannot
be removed.
TIP
The headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays on
until the key is turned to "OFF", even if

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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
Never turn the key to "OFF" or
"LOCK" while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
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systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering
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1. Push.
2. Turn.
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
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2. Push the key in from the "OFF" po-
3. Remove the key.
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the left or right.
sition, and then turn it to "LOCK"
while still pushing it.
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