IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONEAU10150Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:NOTE: This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycleis subsequently sold. Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the mostcurrent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycleand this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.WARNINGEWA10030PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE.The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the motor-cycle operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle.A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the motor-cycle.A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.WARNINGCAUTION:NOTE:5VXE1.book Page 1 Monday, February 9, 2004 5:39 PM