checking oil YAMAHA XSR 900 2020 Owners Manual

Table of contentsSafety information........................... 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments................ 2-3
Instrument and co ntrol functions... 3-1
Immobilizer system ..... .................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock................ 3-2
Indicator lights and warning
lights ............................................ 3-3
Multi-function meter unit ................. 3-5
D-mode (drive mode).................... 3-12
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-12
Clutch lever................................... 3-14
Shift pedal..... ............................ .... 3-14
Brake lever ................................... 3-15
Brake pedal .................................. 3-15
ABS .............................................. 3-15
Traction control syst em ................ 3-16
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-18
Fuel............................................... 3-18
Fuel tank overflow hose................ 3-20
Catalytic converter ........................ 3-21
Seat .............................................. 3-21
Storage compartment ................... 3-22
Adjusting the front fork.................. 3-22
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ................................... 3-24
Luggage strap holders . ................. 3-25Auxiliary DC connector................. 3-26
Sidestand ..................................... 3-26
Ignition circuit cut-
off system ........ 3-27
For your safety – pre-operation
checks .............................................. 4-1
Operation and important riding
points ................................................ 5-1
Engine break-in .............................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-2
Shifting ........................................... 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ............................... 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment ....................................... 6-1
Tool kit............................................ 6-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 6-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-9
Canister ........................................ 6-10
Engine oil ..................................... 6-10
Why Yamalube ............................. 6-13
Coolant ......................................... 6-13
Air filter element ........................... 6-14 Checking the engine idling
speed............ ............................ 6-15
Checking the throttle grip free play ........................................... 6-15
Valve clearance ........................... 6-15
Tires ............................................. 6-16
Cast wheels ................................. 6-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-18
Checking the brake lever free play ........................................... 6-19
Brake light switches ..................... 6-20
Checking the front and rear brake pads................................ 6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-21
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-22
Drive chain slack.......................... 6-22
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ............... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals .............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............ 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-27
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ........................................ 6-27BAE-28199-E1.book 1 ページ ２０１９年８月２３日　金曜日　午後３時５６分

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EAU19653
Checking the spark plugsThe spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
they should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
ter electrode of each spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color
when the vehicle is ridden normally),
and all spark plugs installed in the en-
gine should have the same color. If any
spark plug shows a distinctly different
color, the engine could be operating im-
properly. Do not attempt to diagnose
such problems yourself. Instead, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or other
deposits, it should be replaced. Before installing a spark plug, the spark
plug gap should be measured with a
wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and then
wipe off any grime from the spark plug
threads.
TIPIf a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-fied torque as soon as possible.NOTICE
ECA10841
Do not use any tools to remove or in-
stall the spark plug cap, otherwise
the ignition coil coupler may get
damaged. The spark plug cap may
be difficult to remove because the
rubber seal on the end of the cap fits
tightly. To remove the spark plug
cap, simply twist it back and forth
while pulling it out; to install it, twistit back and forth while pushing it in.
Specified spark plug:
NGK/CPR9EA91. Spark plug gapSpark plug gap:0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Tightening torque:Spark plug:13 N·m (1.3 kgf·m, 9.6 lb·ft)
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TIPMake sure that the O-ring is properlyseated. 6. Install the new oil filter cartridge, and then tighten to the specified
torque. 7. Install the engine oil drain bolt with
a new gasket, and then tighten the
bolt to the specified torque.
8. Pour the specified amount of the recommended oil into the crank-
case.
TIPUsing a funnel is recommended.
9. After checking the engine oil filler cap O-ring, install the filler cap.TIPWipe off any spilled oil before startingthe engine.
10. Start the engine and let it idle while checking for oil leaks.TIPIf any oil leaks are found which youcannot fix, have the vehicle inspected. 11. Stop the engine, wait a few min-
utes for the oil level to settle, and
then check the oil level one last
time. NOTICE: Do not operate
the vehicle until you know that
the engine oil level is suffi-
cient.
[ECA10012]
1. O-ring
1. Torque wrench
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Tightening torque: Oil filter cartridge:17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 13 lb·ft)
Tightening torque: Engine oil drain bolt:43 N·m (4.3 kgf·m, 32 lb·ft)
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EAU40262
Checking the br ake fluid levelBefore riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark.
Check the brake fluid level with the top
of the reservoir level. Replenish the
brake fluid if necessary.
Front brake Rear brake
WARNING
EWA16011
Improper maintenance can result in
loss of braking ability. Observe
these precautions:
Insufficient brake fluid may al-
low air to enter the brake sys-
tem, reducing braking
performance.
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Clean the filler cap before re-
moving. Use only DOT 4 brake
fluid from a sealed container.
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Use only the specified brake flu-
id; otherwise, the rubber sealsmay deteriorate, causing leak-
age.
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Refill with the same type of
brake fluid. Adding a brake fluid
other than DOT 4 may result in a
harmful chemical reaction.
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Be careful that water or dust
does not enter the brake fluid
reservoir when refilling. Water
will significantly lower the boil-
ing point of the fluid and may re-
sult in vapor lock, and dirt may
clog the ABS hydraulic unitvalves.
NOTICE
ECA17641
Brake fluid may damage painted sur-
faces or plastic parts. Always cleanup spilled fluid immediately.
As the brake pads wear, it is normal for
the brake fluid level to gradually go
down. A low brake fluid level may indi-
cate worn brake pads and/or brake sys-
tem leakage; therefore, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and the
brake system for leakage. If the brake
fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause before
1. Minimum level mark
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1. Minimum level markSpecified brake fluid:
DOT 4
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EAU89100
Checking and lubricating the
sidestandThe operation of the sidestand should
be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
WARNING
EWA10732
If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the sidestand could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-sulting in a possible loss of control.
EAUM1653
Lubricating the swingarm
pivotsThe swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU23273
Checking the front forkThe condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
Recommended lubricant:Molybdenum disulfide grease
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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Index
AABS ...................................................... 3-15
ABS warning light ................................... 3-4
Air filter element.................................... 6-14
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 3-26
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-34BBattery .................................................. 6-29
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-26
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-21
Brake lever ........................................... 3-15
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-19
Brake light switches .............................. 6-20
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-15
Brake/tail light ....................................... 6-35CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-25
Canister ................................................ 6-10
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-21
Clutch lever........................................... 3-14
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-18
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-4DData recording, vehicle ........................... 9-2
Diagnostic connecto r .............................. 9-2
Dimmer switch ...................................... 3-13
D-mode (drive mode)............................ 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-24Drive chain slack ................................... 6-22
EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-1
Engine idling speed,
checking............... 6-15
Engine oil .............................................. 6-10
Engine overheating ............................... 6-39
Engine serial number ..............................9-1
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-4FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-20
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-22
Front fork, checking............................... 6-27
Fuel ....................................................... 3-18
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........5-3
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-18
Fuel tank overflow hose ........................ 3-20
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-30HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-12
Hazard switch........................................ 3-13
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-33
High beam indicator light .........................3-3
Horn switch ........................................... 3-13IIdentification numbers .............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-27
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ........... 3-3LLicense plate light ................................. 6-36
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-25MMain switch/steering lock ........................3-2 Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-5
Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function meter unit ......................... 3-5
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-3OOil level warning light .............................. 3-3PParking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-13SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ...................................................... 3-21
Shifting .................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-14
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-24
Sidestand .............................................. 3-26
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-27
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-9
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-2
Steering, checking ................................ 6-28
Stop/Run/Start switch ........................... 3-13
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment ........................... 3-22
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-36
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-27TThrottle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Throttle grip free play, checking............ 6-15
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