INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS3-303 Do not deform or damage thegas cylinder in any way, as thiswill result in poor damping per-formance. Always have a Yamaha dealerservice the shock absorber.EAU40501Grip warmer adjusting knobThis vehicle is equipped with gripwarmers, which can only be used whenthe engine is running.Use the grip warmer adjusting knob, lo-cated near the accessory box, to adjustthe grip warmer temperature.The grip warmer adjusting knob can beset between the “LO” and “HI” posi-tions. To raise the temperature, turn theknob in direction (a). To lower the tem-perature, turn the knob in direction (b).Align the “ ” mark on the knob with“OFF” to turn the grip warmers off.NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped or travel-ing at extremely low speeds (e.g., intraffic jams), the grip warmer tempera-ture is lower than when traveling athigher speeds.CAUTION:ECA15520 Be sure to wear gloves when us-ing the grip warmers. If the ambient temperature is 20°C (68 °F) or higher, do not setthe grip warmer adjusting knobto the “HI” position. If the handlebar grip or throttlegrip becomes worn or damaged,stop using the grip warmers andreplace the grips.WARNINGEWA14510Do not turn the grip warmer knobwhile the vehicle is moving.1. “LO” position2. “OFF” position3. “ ” mark4. Grip warmer adjusting knob5. “HI” position