YAMAHA XV535 2000 Owner's Manual

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Seat lock
2. Open
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Seats
Passenger seat
To remove
Insert the key in the seat lock and turn it
clockwise.
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
To install
Insert the projection on the rear of the
seat into the seat holder, and then push
down on the seat.
1. Bolt (´ 2)
Rider seat
To remove
Remove the passenger seat and then
remove the two rider seat bolts.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Seat holder (´ 2)
2. Projection (´ 2)
To install
Insert the projections on the front of the
seat into the seat holders and tighten
the bolts. Then, install the passenger
seat.
Make sure that the seats are securely
fitted.
1. Open
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Helmet holder
To 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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Never ride with a helmet in the hel-
met holder. The helmet may hit ob-
jects, causing loss of control and
possibly an accident.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Spring preload adjusting ring
2. Position indicator
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Rear shock absorber
adjustment
Each shock absorber is equipped with
a spring preload adjusting ring. Adjust
spring preload as follows. Turn the ad-
justing ring in direction a
to increase
spring preload and in direction b
to de-
crease spring preload. Make sure that
the appropriate notch in the adjusting
ring is aligned with the position indica-
tor on the rear shock absorber.
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Always adjust each shock absorber
to the same setting. Uneven adjust-
ment can cause poor handling and
loss of stability.
Soft Standard Hard
Adjusting
position
1 2 345
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Sidestand
This model is equipped with an ignition
circuit cut-off system. The motorcycle
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 sys-
tem.)
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This motorcycle must not be operat-
ed with the sidestand in the down
position. If the stand is not properly
retracted, it could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-
sulting in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha has designed into this mo-
torcycle a lockout system to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of retracting the sidestand.
Please check carefully the operating
instructions listed below and if there
is any indication of a malfunction,
return the motorcycle to a Yamaha
dealer immediately for repair.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Sidestand/clutch switch
operation check
Check the operation of the sidestand
switch and clutch switch against the in-
formation below.
TURN THE MAIN SWITCH TO ÒONÓ
AND THE ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO
ÒÓ.
TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND
SIDESTAND IS UP.
PULL IN CLUTCH LEVER AND
PUSH THE START SWITCH.
ENGINE WILL START.
CLUTCH SWITCH IS OK.
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If improper operation is noted, con-
sult a Yamaha dealer immediately.
SIDESTAND IS DOWN.
ENGINE WILL STALL.
SIDESTAND SWITCH IS OK.

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Pre-operation check list...................................................................... 4-1

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Owners 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 thorough visual in-
spection, you check the following points before each ride.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Front brake¥ Check operation, free play, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
¥ Fill with DOT 4 (or DOT 3) brake fluid if necessary.
6-17 ~ 6-21
Rear brake¥ Check operation, condition and free play.
¥ Adjust if necessary.
Clutch¥ Check operation, condition and free play.
¥ Adjust if necessary.6-17
Throttle grip and housing¥ Check for smooth operation.
¥ Lubricate if necessary.6-13
Engine oil¥ Check oil level.
¥ Fill with oil if necessary.6-7 ~ 6-9
Final gear oil¥ Check vehicle for leakage. 6-9 ~ 6-10
Wheels and tires¥ Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness.
¥ Tighten spokes if necessary.6-14 ~ 6-16
Control and meter cables¥ Check for smooth operation.
¥ Lubricate if necessary.6-21
Brake and shift pedal
shafts¥ Check for smooth operation.
¥ Lubricate if necessary.6-22
Brake and clutch lever
pivots¥ Check for smooth operation.
¥ Lubricate if necessary.6-22
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be thoroughly accom-
plished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
If any item in the PRE-OPERATION CHECK is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the motorcycle.
Sidestand pivot¥ Check for smooth operation.
¥ Lubricate if necessary.6-23
Chassis fasteners¥ Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
¥ Tighten if necessary.Ñ
Fuel tank¥ Check fuel level.
¥ Fill with fuel if necessary.3-5 ~ 3-6
Lights, signals and
switches¥ Check for proper operation. 6-27 ~ 6-29
Battery¥ Check fluid level.
¥ Fill with distilled water if necessary.6-25 ~ 6-26 ITEM CHECKS PAGE

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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Starting the engine ............................................................................. 5-1
Starting a warm engine ...................................................................... 5-3
Shifting ............................................................................................... 5-4
Recommended shift points (for Switzerland only) .............................. 5-4
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .................................................... 5-5
Engine break-in .................................................................................. 5-5
Parking ............................................................................................... 5-6