INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS3-183EAUM2461Rider seatTo remove the rider seat1. Insert the key into the seat lock,and then turn it clockwise.2. Pull the rider seat off.To install the rider seat1. Insert the projection on the front ofthe rider seat into the seat holderas shown.2. Push the rear of the rider seatdown to lock it in place.3. Turn the key counterclockwise,and then remove it.TIPMake sure that the rider seat is proper-ly secured before riding.EAU15306SidestandThe sidestand is located on the leftside of the frame. Raise the sidestandor lower it with your foot while holdingthe vehicle upright.TIPThe built-in sidestand switch is part ofthe ignition circuit cut-off system,which cuts the ignition in certain situa-tions. (See the following section for anexplanation of the ignition circuit cut-off system.)WARNINGEWA10242The vehicle must not be ridden withthe sidestand down, or if the side-stand cannot be properly moved up(or does not stay up), otherwise thesidestand could contact the groundand distract the operator, resultingin a possible loss of control.Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-offsystem has been designed to assistthe operator in fulfilling the respon-sibility of raising the sidestand be-fore starting off. Therefore, check1. Seat lock2. Open.1. Projection2. Seat holder