YAMAHA XV1600A 2002 User Guide

DESCRIPTION
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Left view ............................................................................................. 2-1
Right view ........................................................................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ................................................................... 2-3
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2-DESCRIPTION Left view1. Engine oil drain bolt (crankcase) (page 6-10)
2. Shift pedal (page 3-7)
3. Starter (choke) knob (page 3-12)
4. Fuel cock (page 3-11)
5. Rider seat (page 3-12)
6. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)7. Helmet holder (page 3-13)
8. Rear turn signal lights (page 6-38)
9. Tail/brake light (page 6-38)
10. Fuses (page 6-35)
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Right view11. Passenger footrest
12. Passenger seat
13. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-8)
14. Fuel tank (page 3-9)
15. Fuel tank cap (page 3-9)
16. Headlight (page 6-36)
17. Front turn signal lights (page 6-38)
18. Throttle stop screw (page 6-16)19. Brake pedal (page 3-8)
20. Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-10)
21. Rider footrest
22. Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank) (page 6-9)
23. Transfer case oil drain bolt (page 6-12)
24. Shock absorber assembly spring
preload adjusting nut (page 3-14)
25. Muffler
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Controls and instruments1. Clutch lever (page 3-7)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6)
3. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-6)
6. Throttle grip (page 6-17)
7. Brake lever (page 3-8)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ..................................... 3-1
Indicator and warning lights ................................ 3-2
Speedometer unit ................................................ 3-3
Self-diagnosis device ........................................... 3-4
Fuel gauge ........................................................... 3-4
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................................... 3-4
Clock .................................................................... 3-5
Handlebar switches ............................................. 3-6
Clutch lever .......................................................... 3-7
Shift pedal ............................................................ 3-7
Brake lever ........................................................... 3-8
Brake pedal .......................................................... 3-8Fuel tank cap ...................................................... 3-9
Fuel ..................................................................... 3-9
Fuel tank breather hose .................................... 3-10
Fuel cock ........................................................... 3-11
Starter (choke) knob ......................................... 3-12
Locking the steering with a padlock .................. 3-12
Rider seat .......................................................... 3-12
Helmet holder .................................................... 3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ............ 3-14
Sidestand .......................................................... 3-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............................. 3-16
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3-INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steeringPush the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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WARNING
@ Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the motorcycle is
moving, otherwise the electrical
systems will be switched off, which
may result in loss of control or an
accident. Make sure that the motor-
cycle is stopped before turning the
key to “OFF” or “LOCK”. @1. Push.
2. Turn.
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(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
and auxiliary light are on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “”.
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CAUTION:@ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. @
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Indicator and warning lights
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Fuel level warning light “”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.5 L. When this occurs, turn the fuel
cock lever to the “RES” position and re-
fuel as soon as possible.
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High beam indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Turn signal indicator light “”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
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Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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Engine trouble warning light “”
This warning light comes on or flashes
when an electrical circuit monitoring
the engine is defective. When this oc-
curs, have the Yamaha dealer check
the self-diagnosis system.
1. Fuel level warning light “”
2. High beam indicator light “”
3. Turn signal indicator light “”
4. Neutral indicator light “”
5. Engine trouble warning light “”
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Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer, an odometer and two
tripmeters. The speedometer shows
riding speed. The odometer shows the
total distance traveled. The tripmeters
show the distance traveled since they
were last set to zero.Pushing the mode button (left) switch-
es the display between the odometer
mode “ODO” and the tripmeter modes
“TRIP A” and “TRIP B” in the following
order:
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To reset a tripmeter, select it by push-
ing the mode button (left), and then
hold down the set button (right) for at
least one second. The tripmeters can
be used to estimate the distance that
can be traveled with a full tank of fuel.
This information will enable you to plan
future fuel stops.NOTE:@ This motorcycle is not equipped with a
tachometer; however, it has a built-in
engine speed limiter, which prevents
the engine speed from exceeding ap-
proximately 4,400 r/min. @
1. Odometer/tripmeter/clock
2. Speedometer
3. Fuel gauge
4. Set button
5. Mode button
ODO TRIP A TRIP B
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Self-diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self-di-
agnosis device for various electrical
circuits.
If any of those circuits are defective,
the engine trouble warning light will
come on or the fuel level warning light
will flash. If this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the motorcycle.
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CAUTION:@ To prevent engine damage, be sure
to consult a Yamaha dealer as soon
as possible if this occurs. @
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Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The needle moves
towards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When the needle reaches
“E”, refuel as soon as possible.NOTE:@ Do not allow the fuel tank to empty it-
self completely. @
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Anti-theft alarm (optional) This motorcycle can be equipped with
an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
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Clock The digital clock shows the time re-
gardless of the main switch position.To set the clock:
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Press both the set button (right)
and the mode button (left) simulta-
neously until the hours and min-
utes flash.
3. Push the left button and only the
hour display will flash.4. Push the right button to change
the hours.
5. Push the left button and only the
minute display will flash.
6. Push the right button to change
the minutes.
7. Push the left button and both the
hours and minutes will flash.
8. Push the right button for two sec-
onds to set the clock.1. Clock
2. Set button
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