Instrument And Control Functions; Main Switch/Steering Lock - Yamaha XT250 2021 Owner's Manual

Instrument and control functions

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Main switch/steering lock

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The main switch/steering lock controls
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the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
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All electrical circuits are supplied with
power and the vehicle lights are turned
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on. The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed.
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TIP
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To prevent battery discharge, do
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not leave the key in the on position
without the engine running.
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The headlight comes on automati-
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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. With the key in the "OFF" position,
3. Remove the key.
TIP
If the steering will not lock, try turning
the handlebars back to the right or left
slightly.
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the left or right.
push the key in and turn it to
"LOCK".