Main Switch/Steering Lock - Yamaha YZF-R1R Owner's Manual

I NSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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,
license plate light, auxiliary lights and
position lights come on, and the engine
can be started. The key cannot be re-
moved.
NOTE:
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The headlights come on automatically
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when the engine is started and stay on
until the key is turned to "OFF", even if
the engine stalls.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
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To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the "OFF" po-
sition, and then turn it to "LOCK"
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
"OFF" while still pushing it.
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