YAMAHA XT500E 2000 Owner's Manual

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cCAlways wipe off spilled fuel imme-
diately with a dry and clean soft
cloth. Fuel may deteriorate painted
surfaces or plastic parts.
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NOTE:
If knocking or pinging occurs, use a
different brand of gasoline or higher
octane grade.
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Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetor while filtering it
also.
The fuel cock has three positions:
OFF
With the lever in this position, fuel will
not flow. Always return the lever to
this position when the engine is not
running. Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline
with a research octane
number of 91 or higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
15.0 L
Reserve:
2.0 L
RES
ONFUEL
OFF
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1.Arrow mark pointing to ÒOFFÓOFF: closed position
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OFF
ONFUEL RES
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RES
RES
This indicates reserve. If you run out
of fuel while riding, move the lever to
this position. Fill the tank at the first
opportunity. Be sure to set the lever
back to ÒONÓ after refueling!1.Arrow mark pointing to ÒRESÓ
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Starter (choke) Ò1ÓStarting a cold engine requires a rich-
er air-fuel mixture. A separate starter
circuit supplies this mixture.
Move in direction ato turn on the
starter (choke).
Move in direction bto turn off the
starter (choke).1.Starter (choke) Ò1Ó
ON
FUEL
RES
OFF
1
ON
ON
With the lever in this position, fuel
flows to the carburetor. Normal riding
is done with the lever in this position.1.Arrow mark pointing to ÒONÓON:normal position
RES: reserve position
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When reinstalling the seat, insert the
projections on the front of the seat
into the holders, then tighten the
bolts.NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is securely
fitted.
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Helmet holderTo open the helmet holder, insert the
key in the lock and turn it as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, replace
the holder in its original position.
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wNever ride with a helmet in the hel-
met holder. The helmet may hit
objects, causing loss of control
and possibly an accident.1.Helmet holder
2.Open
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SeatTo remove the seat, remove the
bolts.
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9 Shortening spring set length
increases spring preload, length-
ening spring set length decreas-
es spring preload.
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cCNever attempt to turn an adjuster
beyond the maximum or minimum
setting.3.Tighten the locknut to the speci-
fied torque.
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cCAlways tighten the locknut against
the spring adjusting nut and tight-
en the locknut to the specified
torque.
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1.Measuring distance ÒAÓ
Spring preload:
Minimum (soft):
Distance ÒAÓ = 248.5 mm
Standard:
Distance ÒAÓ = 243 mm
Maximum (hard):
Distance ÒAÓ = 237.5 mm
Tightening torque:
Locknut:
42 Nm (4.2 m
0kg)
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Rear shock absorber
adjustmentThis shock absorber is equipped with
a spring preload adjuster. Adjust
spring preload as follows.
1.Loosen the locknut.
2.Turn the adjusting nut in direc-
tion ato increase spring preload
and in direction bto decrease
spring preload. The spring pre-
load is determined by the spring
set length.1.Locknut
2.Adjusting nut
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wThis shock absorber contains
highly pressurized nitrogen gas.
Read and understand the following
information before handling the
shock absorber. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for
property damage or personal
injury that may result from improp-
er handling.8 8
Do not tamper with or attempt
to open the cylinder assembly.
8 8
Do not subject the shock
absorber to an open flame or
other high heat source. This
may cause the unit to explode
due to excessive gas pres-
sure.
8 8
Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.
8 8
Take your shock absorber to a
Yamaha dealer for any service.
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SidestandThis model is equipped with an igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. The motor-
cycle must not be ridden when the
sidestand is down. The sidestand is
located on the left side of the frame.
(Refer to page 5-1 for an explanation
of this system.)
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wThis motorcycle must not be oper-
ated with the sidestand in the
down position. If the stand is not
properly retracted, it could contact
the ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss of
control. Yamaha has designed into
this motorcycle a lockout system
to assist the operator in fulfilling
the responsibility of retracting the
sidestand. Please check carefully
the operating instructions listed
below and if there is any indication
of a malfunction, return the motor-
cycle to a Yamaha dealer immedi-
ately for repair.
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Sidestand/clutch switch
operation checkCheck the operation of the sidestand
switch and clutch switch against the
information below.
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wIf improper operation is noted,
consult a Yamaha dealer immedi-
ately.
TURN THE MAIN SWITCH TO ÒONÓ AND
THE ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO Ò#Ó.TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND
SIDESTAND IS UP.PULL IN CLUTCH LEVER AND
PUSH THE START SWITCH.ENGINE WILL START.CLUTCH SWITCH IS OK.
SIDESTAND IS DOWN.ENGINE WILL STALL.SIDESTAND SWITCH IS OK.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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9Owners are personally responsible for their vehicleÕs condition. Your motorcycleÕs vital functions can start to deteriorate
quickly and unexpectedly, even if it remains unused (for instance, if it is exposed to the elements). Any damage, fluid
leak or loss of tire pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important that, in addition to a thor-
ough visual inspection, you check the following points before each ride.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
ITEMCHECKSPAGE
Front brake9Check operation, free play, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
9Fill with DOT 4 (or DOT 3) brake fluid if necessary.
Rear brake9Check operation, free play, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.3-5, 6-18 ~ 6-22
9Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
Clutch9Check operation, condition and free play.
3-4, 6-18
9Adjust if necessary.
Throttle grip and housing9Check for smooth operation.
6-24
9Lubricate.
Engine oil9Check oil level.
6-10 ~ 6-12
9Fill with oil if necessary.
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition.
6-22 ~ 6-24
9Adjust if necessary.
Wheels and tires9Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness.
6-15 ~ 6-17
9Tighten spokes if necessary.
Control and meter cable9Check for smooth operation.
6-24
9Lubricate if necessary.
Brake and shift pedal shafts9Check for smooth operation.
6-25
9Lubricate if necessary.
Brake and clutch lever pivots9Check for smooth operation.
6-25
9Lubricate if necessary.
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ITEMCHECKSPAGE
Sidestand pivot9Check for smooth operation.
6-25
9Lubricate if necessary.
Chassis fasteners9Make sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are properly tightened.
Ñ
9Tighten if necessary.
Fuel tank9Check fuel level.
3-6 ~ 3-7
9Fill with fuel if necessary.
Lights, signals and
9Check for proper operation.6-29 ~ 6-32
switches
NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a
very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.wIf any item in the Pre-Operation Check is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the motorcycle.
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