2008 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1100 Custom Owners Manual - Page 36
2008 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1100 Custom Manual
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS below and have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not function properly. EAU15312 Ignition circuit cut-off system The ignition circuit cut-off system (comprising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the following functions. G It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is up, but the clutch lever is not pulled. G It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the clutch lever is pulled, but the sidestand is still down. G It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is moved down. Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut-off system according to the following procedure. EWA10250 3 WARNING If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha dealer check the system before riding. 3-17