Telescopic Steering System; Shift Lever - Yamaha FZR 1800 Owner's Manual

Features and functions
Since the strength of the jet thrust determines
the speed and degree of a turn, throttle must
always be applied when attempting a turn, ex-
cept at trolling speed.
This model is equipped with the Yamaha En-
gine Management System (YEMS) that in-
cludes an off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
It will activate at planing speeds should you
attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing
the throttle lever. The OTS system assists in
turning by continuing to supply some thrust
while the watercraft is decelerating, but you
can turn more sharply if you apply throttle
while turning the handlebars.
The OTS system does not function below
planing speeds or when the engine is off.
Once the engine slows down, the watercraft
will no longer turn in response to handlebar in-
put until you apply throttle again or you reach
trolling speed.
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Telescopic steering system

The position of the handlebars can be adjust-
ed up or down using the lock lever.
The handlebars can be adjusted to three po-
sitions.
To adjust the handlebar position:
(1) Pull the lock lever up, and then move the
handlebars up or down to the desired po-
sition. WARNING! Never pull the lock
lever during operation, otherwise the
handlebars may suddenly change po-
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sition, which may lead to an accident.
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(2) Check that the lock lever returns to its
original position and that the handlebars
are locked in place.
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Shift lever

The shift lever is located on the starboard
(right) side of the watercraft and is used to
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