YAMAHA XV125S 2000 Owner's Guide

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EAU00423Shifting
The transmission lets you control
the amount of power you have
available at a given speed for start-
ing, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc. The use of the shift pedal is
shown in the illustration.
To shift into neutral, depress the
shift pedal repeatedly until it reach-
es the end of its travel, then raise
the pedal slightly.
N. Neutral
1. Shift pedal
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8Do not coast for long periods
with the engine off, and do
not tow the motorcycle a long
distance. Even with gears in
neutral, the transmission is
only properly lubricated when
the engine is running.
Inadequate lubrication may
damage the transmission.
8Always use the clutch when
changing gears. The engine,
transmission, and driveline are
not designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting and
can be damaged by shifting
without using the clutch.
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Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)
The recommended shift points are
shown in the table below.
NOTE:
When shifting two gears down
from 4th to 2nd, bring your motor-
cycle to a speed of 35 km/h.
Acceleration shift point
(km/h)
1st ®2nd 23
2nd ®3rd 36
3rd ®4th 50
4th ®5th 60
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EAU00424Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Your motorcycle’s fuel consump-
tion depends to a large extent on
your riding style. The following
tips can help reduce fuel consump-
tion:
8Warm up the engine before
riding.
8Turn off the starter (choke) as
soon as possible.
8Shift up swiftly and avoid high
engine speeds during accelera-
tion.
8Do not double-clutch or rev the
engine while shifting down
and avoid high engine speeds
with no load on the engine.
8Turn off the engine instead of
letting it idle for an extended
length of time, i.e. in traffic
jams, at traffic lights or rail-
road crossings.
EAU00436Engine break-in
There is never a more important
period in the life of your motorcy-
cle than the period between zero
and 1,000 km. For this reason we
ask that you carefully read the fol-
lowing material. Because the
engine is brand new, you must not
put an excessive load on it for the
first 1,000 km. The various parts in
the engine wear and polish them-
selves to the correct operating
clearances. During this period, pro-
longed full throttle operation, or
any condition which might result in
excessive heating of the engine,
must be avoided.
EAU004430 ~ 150 km
Avoid operation above 1/3 throttle.
Stop the engine and let it cool for 5
to 10 minutes after every hour of
operation. Vary the speed of the
motorcycle from time to time. Do
not operate it at one set throttle
position.
150 ~ 500 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
1/2 throttle. Rev the motorcycle
freely through the gears, but do
not use full throttle at any time.
500 ~ 1,000 km
Avoid cruising speeds in excess of
3/4 throttle.
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After 1,000 km of operation, be
sure to replace the engine oil and
oil filter.
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1,000 km and beyond
Avoid prolonged full throttle oper-
ation. Vary speeds occasionally.
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If any engine trouble should occur
during the break-in period, consult
a Yamaha dealer immediately.
EAU00460Parking
When parking the motorcycle, stop
the engine and remove the ignition
key.
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The exhaust system is hot. Park
the motorcycle in a place where
pedestrians or children are not
likely to touch the motorcycle. Do
not park the motorcycle on a slope
or soft ground; the motorcycle
may overturn.
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If you are not familiar with motor-
cycle service, this work should be
done by a Yamaha dealer.
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EAU01175Tool kit
The tool kit is located behind panel
A. (See page 6-6 for panel removal
and installation procedures.) The
tools provided in the owner’s tool
kit are to assist you in the perfor-
mance of periodic maintenance.
However, some other tools such as
a torque wrench are also necessary
to perform the maintenance cor-
rectly.
The service information included in
this manual is intended to provide
you, the owner, with the necessary
information for completing some
of your own preventive mainte-
nance and minor repairs.
1. Tool kit
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Periodic inspection, adjustment
and lubrication will keep your
motorcycle in the safest and most
efficient condition possible. Safety
is an obligation of the motorcycle
owner. The maintenance and lubri-
cation schedule chart should be
considered strictly as a guide to
general maintenance and lubrica-
tion intervals.
YOU MUST TAKE INTO CONSID-
ERATION THAT WEATHER, TER-
RAIN, GEOGRAPHICAL LOCA-
TIONS, AND A VARIETY OF
INDIVIDUAL USES ALL TEND TO
DEMAND THAT EACH OWNER
ALTER THIS TIME SCHEDULE TO
SHORTER INTERVALS TO MATCH
THE ENVIRONMENT. The most
important points of motorcycle
inspection, adjustment, and lubri-
cation are explained in the follow-
ing pages.
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NOTE:
If you do not have necessary tools
required during a service opera-
tion, take your motorcycle to a
Yamaha dealer for service.
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Modifications to this motorcycle
not approved by Yamaha may
cause loss of performance, and
render it unsafe for use. Consult a
Yamaha dealer before attempting
any changes.
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EAU00473PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Every
Every
6,000 km 12,000 km
No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL or or
1,000 km 6 months 12 months
(Whichever (Whichever
comes first) comes first)
1 * Fuel line 9Check fuel hoses and vacuum hose for cracks or damage.
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9Replace if necessary.
2 Spark plugs9Check condition.
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9Clean, regap or replace if necessary.
3 * Valves 9Check valve clearance.
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9Adjust if necessary.
4 Air filter9Clean or replace if necessary.ÖÖ
9Check electrolyte level and specific gravity.
5 * Battery9Correct or recharge if necessary.ÖÖ
9Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.
6 Clutch9Check operation.
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9Adjust or replace cable.
9Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
7 * Front brake (See NOTE on page 6-5.)
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9Correct accordingly.
9Replace brake pads if necessary.
8 * Rear brake 9Check operation.
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9Adjust brake pedal freeplay and replace brake shoes if necessary.
9 * Wheels 9Check balance, runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
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9Tighten spokes and rebalance, replace if necessary.”
9Check tread depth and for damage.
10 * Tires9Replace if necessary.
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9Check air pressure.
9Correct if necessary.
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Every
6,000 km 12,000 km
No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL or or
1,000 km 6 months 12 months
(Whichever (Whichever
comes first) comes first)
11 * Wheel bearings9Check bearing for looseness or damage.
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9Replace if necessary.
9Check swingarm pivoting point for play.
12 * Swingarm9Correct if necessary.
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9Lubricate with molybdenum disulfide grease every 24,000 km or
24 months (whichever comes first).
9Check chain slack.
Every 1,000 km and after washing
13 Drive chain9
Adjust if necessary. Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.the motorcycle or riding in the rain9Clean and lubricate.
9Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
14 * Steering bearings9Correct accordingly.
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9Lubricate with lithium soap base grease every 24,000 km or
24 months (whichever comes first).
15 * Chassis fasteners9Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
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9Tighten if necessary.
16 Sidestand9Check operation.
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9Lubricate and repair if necessary.
17 * Sidestand switch9Check operation.
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9Replace if necessary.
18 * Front fork9Check operation and for oil leakage.
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9Correct accordingly.
19 *Rear shock absorber 9Check operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.
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assemblies9Replace shock absorber assembly if necessary.
20 * Carburetor9Check engine idling speed and starter operation.
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9Adjust if necessary.
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8The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
8Hydraulic brake system
8When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper, always replace the brake fluid. Check the brake fluid
level regularly and fill as required.
8Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper every two years.
8Replace the brake hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged.
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, they should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Every
Every
6,000 km 12,000 km
No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL or or
1,000 km 6 months 12 months
(Whichever (Whichever
comes first) comes first)
9Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
21 Engine oil9Correct if necessary.ÖÖÖ
9Change. (Warm engine before draining.)
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Engine oil filter element9Replace.ÖÖ
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EAU01122Panel removal and
installation
The panels illustrated need to be
removed to perform some of the
maintenance described in this
chapter.
Refer to this section each time a
panel has to be removed or rein-
stalled.
1. Panel A
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EAU01156Panel A
To remove
Pull outward on the rear of the
panel, then slide it forward to
unhook it in the front.
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9To install
Hook the front of the panel on the
holders, then push inward on the
rear of the panel.
1. Holder (´2)
2. Bracket (´2)
3. Grommet
4. Projection
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EAU01156Panel B
To remove
Pull outward on the rear of the
panel, then slide it forward to
unhook it in the front.
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Hook the front of the panel on the
holders, then push inward on the
rear of the panel.
1. Holder (´2)
2. Grommet
3. Projection
4. Bracket (´2)
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