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Owners Manual - Page 7
... oil ...6-12 Cleaning the air filter element ...6-13 Carburetors ...6-14 Checking the engine idling speed ...6-14 Checking the throttle cable free play ...6-15 Valve clearance ...6-15 Tires (XVS11X) ...6-15 Tires (XVS11AWX/XVS11ATX) ...6-18 Spoke wheels (XVS11X) ...6-20 Cast wheels (XVS11AWX/XVS11ATX) ...6-20 Accessories and replacement parts ...6-21 Adjusting the clutch lever free play ...6-22...
Owners Manual - Page 10
...use and may render the motorcycle unsafe for onroad use extreme caution when adding cargo or accessories to your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of a safety helmet is changed.... levers, footrests, or wheels and cause injury or an accident. G Never touch the engine or exhaust system during operation to maintain control of original equipment, may cause severe personal ...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...this motorcycle.
Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically designed for ...accessories. G Never install accessories or carry cargo that it to make sure that would impair the performance...vehicles. • Certain accessories can create instability due to improper weight distribution or aerodynamic changes. Since Yamaha cannot test all other accessories that accessories...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...accessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle's electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could catch fire. G
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Gasoline and exhaust gas G GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: • Always turn the engine...it run for manual type). When parking the motorcycle, note the following: • The engine and exhaust system may leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank. SAFETY ...
Owners Manual - Page 21
... Oil level warning light " " Neutral indicator light " " Turn signal indicator light " Engine trouble warning light " High beam indicator light " "
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Oil level warning light " " This ... Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit.
If the warning light does not come on when the transmission is pushed to "ON". Neutral indicator light " " This indicator light comes on for a ...
Owners Manual - Page 23
...self-canceling system only operates when the vehicle is located at an intersection. Engine stop switch " / " Set this switch to " " to stop the engine in after the vehicle has traveled both about 150 m ... is moving, so that the turn , push this switch to " ". The lever should be canceled manually by pushing the switch in case of the ignition circuit cut-off system. (See page 3-17.)
3-4...
Owners Manual - Page 24
... on this motorcycle. Shift pedal
The shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and is used in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5-speed constant-mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle. The brake lever is located at the right handlebar grip. To apply...
Owners Manual - Page 26
...to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems.
WARNING...fuel tank, otherwise it can be used if the ethanol content does not exceed 10%. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel
CAUTION: Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a pump...soft cloth, since fuel may overflow when the fuel warms up and expands. Your Yamaha engine has been designed to internal engine parts, such as...
Owners Manual - Page 36
... the clutch lever is pulled, but the clutch lever is moved down .
G It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is up, but the sidestand is noted, have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not function properly. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
below and have a Yamaha dealer...
Owners Manual - Page 37
... the sidestand up engine. YES
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The clutch switch may be ridden.
3-18 Does the engine start switch. Move the sidestand down . 2. Push the start ? Shift the transmission into gear. ...sure that the engine stop switch is OK. Push the start ? Does the engine stall?
NOTE: This check is most reliable if performed with a warmed-up . 11. YES
With the engine still running: 6....
Owners Manual - Page 41
... The transmission is...that the engine stop switch ...transmission is not raised completely, it in a possible loss of consciousness and death within a short time. Never start switch. Turn the starter (choke) on after two to preserve the battery. Before starting , imme-
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Starting and warming up a cold engine...
Owners Manual - Page 43
... lever in the illustration. Open the throttle part way and gradually release the clutch lever. 7. NOTE: To shift the transmission into first gear. Pull the clutch lever to avoid damaging the engine, transmission,
To start out and accelerate 1. The gear positions are not designed to withstand the shock of forced shifting. Inadequate lubrication...
Owners Manual - Page 44
... this period, prolonged full-throttle operation or any condition that might result in
There is almost completely stopped. Shift the transmission into first gear when the motorcycle reaches 25 km/h (15.5 mi/h).
Since the engine is about to stall or runs very roughly, pull the clutch lever in the life of your...
Owners Manual - Page 46
... compartment. (See page 3-13.) The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner's tool kit are intended to perform certain maintenance work , have a Yamaha dealer perform it for you in the safest and most important points of the owner. PROPER PERIODIC MAINTENANCE OF YOUR VEHICLE IS IMPORTANT IN ORDER TO ENJOY...
Owners Manual - Page 48
...fuel hoses for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Replace. • Check condition. • Adjust gap and clean. • Replace every 8000 mi (13000 km) or 12 months. • Check and adjust valve clearance when engine...and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. 6-3 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Periodic maintenance chart for damage. &#...
Owners Manual - Page 54
... spark plug wrench included in the engine have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 3. NOTE: If a torque ...kit. NOTE: If any grime from the spark plug threads. 3. Install the spark plug with a wire thickness gauge and, if necessary, adjust the gap to
To install a spark plug 1. Place the spark plug cover in )
2. diagnose such problems yourself.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR...
Owners Manual - Page 56
... level warning light should go off and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 7. NOTE: Have a Yamaha dealer replace the oil filter element at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
3. Tightening torque: Engine oil drain bolt: 43 Nm (4.3 m·kgf, 31 ft·lbf)
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Owners Manual - Page 60
...-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. EWA10500
WARNING
1. Periodically check the throttle cable free play
Valve clearance
The valve clearance changes with the total weight of rider, passenger, cargo, and accessories approved for this from occurring, the valve clearance must be checked and, if necessary, adjusted before each ride.
Tires (XVS11X)
To maximize the performance...
Owners Manual - Page 96
...to certain stated limitations. THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY for the balance of parts or accessories that the machine be charged for warranty by this service. Parts used for the period of time ... repairs at such dealer's place of manufacture and that the vehicle is free from defects in warranty repairs will be one (1) year from defects in the appropriate Owner's Manual, and 2. Engine ...
Owners Manual - Page 97
... to : YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. Specific examples include: Running the machine out of the existing warranty can be void or cancelled if I .N. (frame number), dealer number (or dealer's name) as specified in the Owner's and Service Manual. Completely set up -to help you are general and overlap each manufacturer of a motor vehicle to maintain a complete, up...
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