lock YAMAHA XSR 700 XTRIBUTE 2021 Owner's Manual

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EAU22762
Drive chain slackThe drive chain slack should be
checked before each ride and adjusted
if necessary.
EAU60046
To check the drive chain slack
1. Place the motorcycle on the side- stand.TIPWhen checking and adjusting the drive
chain slack, there should be no weight
on the motorcycle.2. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
3. Push down on the drive chain un- der the end of the drive chain
guard.
4. Measure distance A between the drive chain guard and the center
of the chain as shown. 5. If distance A is incorrect, adjust it
as follows. NOTICE: Improper
d rive chain slack will overloa d
the en gine as well as other vital
parts of the motorcycle an d can
lea d to chain slippa ge or b reak-
a g e. If d istance A is more than
58.0 mm (2.28 in), the chain can
d amag e the frame, swin garm,
an d other parts. To prevent this
from occurrin g, keep the drive
chain slack within the specifie d
limits.
[ECA23070] EAU59921
To a
djust the drive chain slack
Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad-
justing the drive chain slack. 1. Loosen the locknut at each end of the swingarm, and then loosen the
axle nut.
2. To tighten the drive chain, turn the drive chain slack adjusting nut at
each end of the swingarm in direc-
tion (a). To loosen the drive chain,
turn the adjusting nut at each end
of the swingarm in direction (b),
and then push the rear wheel for-
ward.
1. Drive chain guide
2. Drive chain slack
Distance A:51.0–56.0 mm (2.01–2.20 in)
2
1
1. Axle nut
2. Locknut
2
1
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TIPUsing the alignment marks on each
side of the swingarm, make sure that
both drive chain slack adjusting plates
are in the same position for proper
wheel alignment.
3. Tighten the axle nut, and then
tighten the locknuts to the speci-
fied torques.
4. Make sure that the drive chain slack adjusting plates are in the
same position, the drive chain
slack is correct, and the drive
chain moves smoothly.
EAU23027
Cleanin g an d lu bricatin g the
d rive chainThe drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.NOTICE
ECA10584
The drive chain must be lu bricated
after washin g the motorcycle, ri din g
in the rain or ri din g in wet areas.1. Clean the drive chain with a drive
chain cleaner and a small soft
brush. NOTICE: To prevent dam-
a g in g the O-rin gs, do not clean
the drive chain with steam
cleaners, hi gh-pressure wash-
ers or inappropriate solvents.
[ECA11122]
2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant. NOTICE: Do not use
en gine oil or any other lu bri-
1. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
1. Alignment marks
2. Drive chain slack adjusting plate
1
(a)(b)
2
1
Ti ghtenin g torques:
Axle nut: 150 N·m (15 kgf·m, 111 lb·ft)
Locknut:
16 N·m (1.6 kgf·m, 12 lb·ft)
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TIPTo access the main fuse, remove the
starter relay cover as shown.
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the main switch off and turn off the electrical circuit in ques-
tion.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
1. Diagnostic connector
2. Battery cover
3. Bolt
1. Battery cover
3
12
ZAUM1977
1
1. Starter relay cover
2. Fuse box
3. Spare main fuse
4. Main fuseZAUM1839
2
3
4
1
1. Ignition fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Headlight fuse
4. Backup fuse 2 (for ECU)
5. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys- tem)
6. Radiator fan motor fuse
7. ABS solenoid fuse
8. ABS motor fuse
9. Hazard fuse
10.Auxiliary fuse
11.ABS control unit fuse
12.Spare fuse
7
8
9
10
11
1
2
3
4
5
61212
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EAU24205
Replacin g a turn si gnal li ght
b ul b1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise. 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the screw. NOTICE: Do not over-
ti g hten the screw, otherwise the
lens may break.
[ECA11192] EAU24331
License plate li
ghtIf the license plate light does not come
on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit or replace the bulb.
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
1
2
1. Turn signal light bulb
1
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EAU86420
En gine overheatin g
WARNING
EWAT1041
Do not remove the ra diator cap when the en gine an d ra diator are hot. Scal din g hot flui d an d steam may be
b lown out un der pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en gine has coole d.
 Place a thick ra g, like a towel, over the ra diator cap, an d then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the
d etent to allow any resi dual pressure to escape. When the hissin g soun d has stoppe d, press down on the cap
while turnin g it counterclockwise, an d then remove the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool-
ant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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Index
AABS....................................................... 3-14
ABS warning light ................................... 3-5
Air filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-15
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 3-22
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-35BBattery .................................................. 6-29
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-26
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating........................................... 6-26
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-21
Brake lever............................................ 3-14
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-19
Brake light switches ............................. 6-20
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-14CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-25
Canister ................................................ 6-10
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-18
Clutch lever........................................... 3-13
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-19
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-4DData recording, vehicle........................... 9-2
Diagnostic connector ............................. 9-2
Dimmer switch...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-24
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-23
EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-1
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge........... 6-10
Engine overheating .............................. 6-39
Engine serial number ............................. 9-1FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-20
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-28
Fuel ...................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ................................................... 3-18
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-15
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-31HHandlebar switches ............................. 3-12
Hazard lights switch ............................. 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-33
Helmet holding cable ........................... 3-19
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-3
Horn switch .......................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-23
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-3LLicense plate light ................................ 6-36MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-5
Maintenance, emission control system ................................................. 6-3 Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ............. 3-4
Matte color, caution................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-6
NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-3OOil pressure warning light ....................... 3-3PParking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Pass switch........................................... 3-12RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-27SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-19
Shifting.................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal............................................. 3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-21
Sidestand.............................................. 3-22
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-27
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-9
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Start/Engine stop switch ...................... 3-12
Starting the engine ................................. 5-2
Steering, checking ................................ 6-29
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-37
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-28TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-35
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-25
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