air suspension YAMAHA XV1900A 2012 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instrume nts.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .... .....................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights ............................................3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-5
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-10
Handlebar switches ......................3-10
Clutch lever ...................................3-12
Shift pedal .... ............................ .....3-12
Brake lever ...................................3-12
Brake pedal ..................................3-13
Fuel tank cap ................................3-13
Fuel ...............................................3-14
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose ..........................................3-15
Catalytic converter ........................3-15
Rider seat .....................................3-16
Helmet holder ...............................3-17
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-18
EXUP system ...............................3-19
Sidestand ......................................3-20 Ignition circuit cut-
off system ........ 3-20
Auxiliary DC connector ................. 3-22
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-9
Transfer case oil ........................... 6-12
Air filter element ........................... 6-12
Checking the throttle grip free play ........................................... 6-13
Valve clearance ............................ 6-13
Tires ............................................. 6-13
Cast wheels .................................. 6-15 Clutch lever .................................. 6-15
Checking the brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-16
Brake light switches ..................... 6-16
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-17
Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels ................................. 6-17
Changing the brake and clutch fluids ......................................... 6-19
Drive belt slack ............................ 6-19
Checking and lubricating the cables ....................................... 6-20
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-20
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals .............. 6-21
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............ 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-22
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-22
Checking the front fork ................. 6-23
Checking the steering .................. 6-23
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-24
Battery ......................................... 6-24
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-25
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-26
Tail/brake light ............................. 6-29
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ........................................... 6-29U1CRE1E0.book Page 1 Mond ay, October 3, 2011 8:45 AM

SAFETY INFORMATION
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Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and
Modifications
While you may find aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accessories
or modifications are not suitable be-
cause of potential safety hazards to you
or others. Installing aftermarket prod-
ucts or having other modifications per-
formed to your vehicle that change any
of the vehicle’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and others
at greater risk of serious injury or death.
You are responsible for injuries related
to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.
●
Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the perfor-
mance of your motorcycle. Care-
fully inspect the accessory before
using it to make sure that it does
not in any way reduce ground
clearance or cornering clearance, limit suspension travel, steering
travel or control operation, or ob-
scure lights or reflectors.
Accessories fitted to the handle- bar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improper
weight distribution or aerody-
namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be as
lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.
Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle due to aerody-
namic effects. Wind may at-
tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become un-
stable in cross winds. These ac-
cessories may also cause
instability when passing or being
passed by large vehicles.
Certain accessories can dis- place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the free-
dom of movement of the opera- tor and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
not recommended.
●
Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical acces-
sories exceed the capacity of the
motorcycle’s electrical system, an
electric failure could result, which
could cause a dangerous loss of
lights or engine power.
Aftermarket Tires and Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
motorcycle were designed to match the
performance capabilities and to provide
the best combination of handling, brak-
ing, and comfort. Other tires, rims, siz-
es, and combinations may not be
appropriate. Refer to page 6-13 for tire
specifications and more information on
replacing your tires.
Transporting the Motorcycle
Be sure to observe following instruc-
tions before transporting the motorcy-
cle in another vehicle.
●
Remove all loose items from the
motorcycle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Gear ratio:1st: 2.375 (38/16)
2nd: 1.571 (33/21)
3rd:
1.160 (29/25)
4th: 0.929 (26/28)
5th: 0.800 (24/30)Chassis:Frame type:Double cradle
Caster angle: 30.90 °
Trail:
152 mm (6.0 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
130/70R18M/C 63H
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/D251FRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 190/60R17M/C 78H
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/D251
Loading:Maximum load: 203 kg (448 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)
Loading condition: 90–203 kg (198–448 lb)
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size:
18M/C x MT4.00Rear wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT5.50Unified brake system:Operation:Activated by rear brake
Front brake:Type:Dual disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:Single disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 130.0 mm (5.12 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 110.0 mm (4.33 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system: AC magneto
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INDEX
AAir filter element.................................... 6-12
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-10
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 3-22
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-30BBattery .................................................. 6-24
Brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ............................................. 6-17
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ......... 6-19
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-21
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-21
Brake lever ........................................... 3-12
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-16
Brake light switches .............................. 6-16
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-13CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-20
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-15
Clutch lever.................................. 3-12, 6-15DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-11
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-19EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-9
Engine stop switch................................ 3-11
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
EXUP system ....................................... 3-19FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-17 Front fork, checking............................... 6-23
Fuel ....................................................... 3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light............................ 3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......... 3-15
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-13
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-25
HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-10
Hazard switch........................................ 3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-26
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-17
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-11IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-20
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ........... 3-4LLicense plate light ................................. 6-29MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubricat
ion, periodic..... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................. 7-1
Model label .............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit .......................... 3-5NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4PParking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-22
Rider seat ............................................. 3-16SSafety information ................................... 1-1
SELECT switch ..................................... 3-11
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-12
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-18
Sidestand .............................................. 3-20
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-22
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-8
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-11
Steering, checking ................................ 6-23
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-30TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-29
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-20
Throttle grip free play, checking............ 6-13
Tires ...................................................... 6-13
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Transfer case oil ................................... 6-12
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-31
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-32
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-4
Turn signal light bul b, replacing ............ 6-29
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-11VValve clearance .................................... 6-13
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1
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