Starting The Engine - Yamaha MTN890 2021 Owner's Manual

Operation and important riding points

Starting the engine

The ignition circuit cut-off system will
enable starting when:
 the transmission is in the neutral
position or
 the transmission is in gear, the
sidestand is up, and the clutch le-
ver is pulled.
To start the engine
1. Turn the main switch on and set
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the engine stop switch to the run
position.
2. Con rm the indicator and warning
light(s) come on for a few sec-
onds, and then go off. (See page
4-5.)
TIP
 Do not start the engine if the mal-
function indicator light remains on.
 The oil pressure and coolant tem-
perature warning light should
come on and stay on until the en-
gine is started.
 The ABS warning light should
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come on and stay on until the ve-
hicle reaches a speed of 5 km/h (3
mi/h).
NOTICE
If a warning or indicator light does
not work as described above, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
3. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
4. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.
5. Release the start switch when the
engine starts, or after 5 seconds.
Wait 10 seconds before pressing
the switch again to allow battery
voltage to restore.
TIP
If the engine fails to start, try again with
the throttle grip turned by a 1/4 turn (20
degrees) open.
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1. 1/4 turn (20 degrees)
NOTICE
For maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine is
cold!
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