Note. The step-mounted switch is part of the ignition interlock system that turns off the ignition in certain situations. (A description of the operation of the ignition circuit interlock system is given below.)
Warning! The motorcycle must not be ridden with the side stand lowered or not fully raised (if it does not lock in the raised position), otherwise the stand may touch the ground, distracting the driver and causing loss of control. The Yamaha ignition interlock system is designed to facilitate the driver's responsibility to raise the side stand before driving. Therefore, check this system regularly as indicated below and contact your Yamaha dealer for repair if it does not operate properly.