fuel YAMAHA XVS1100 2000 Owners Manual

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2-DESCRIPTIONLeft view1. Shift pedal (page 3-6)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-8)
3. Rear shock absorber spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-14)
4. Helmet holder (page 3-11)
5. Storage compartment (page 3-11)
6. Tool kit (page 6-1)
7. Fuses (page 6-25)
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls/Instruments1. Clutch lever (page 3-5)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-4)
3. Starter (choke) “ ” (page 3-9)
4. Speedometer (page 3-3)
5. Fuel tank cap (page 3-7)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-5)
7. Throttle grip (page 6-12)
8. Front brake lever (page 3-6)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/Steering lock ................................................................... 3-1
Indicator lights .................................................................................... 3-2
Speedometer...................................................................................... 3-3
Antitheft alarm (optional) .................................................................... 3-4
Handlebar switches ............................................................................ 3-4
Clutch lever ........................................................................................ 3-5
Shift pedal .......................................................................................... 3-6
Front brake lever................................................................................. 3-6
Rear brake pedal ................................................................................ 3-6
Fuel tank cap...................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel .................................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel cock ............................................................................................ 3-8
Starter (choke) “ ” .......................................................................... 3-9
Seats ................................................................................................ 3-10
Helmet holder ................................................................................... 3-11
Storage compartment ...................................................................... 3-11
Rear shock absorber adjustment ..................................................... 3-13
Luggage strap holders ..................................................................... 3-15
Sidestand ......................................................................................... 3-15
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check.......................................... 3-16
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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4. Engine trouble indicator light
“”
This indicator light will come on or flash
if trouble occurs in a monitoring circuit.
In such a case, take the motorcycle to a
Yamaha dealer to have the self-diag-
nostic systems checked.
To check that the engine trouble indica-
tor light is working properly:
Turn the main switch to “ON”. If the en-
gine trouble indicator light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer in-
spect the electrical circuit.
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5. High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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SpeedometerThis speedometer is equipped with an
odometer and a trip meter. Pushing the
“TRIP” button will change the display
from one to the other. When set to
“ODO”, it indicates the motorcycle’s to-
tal mileage. When set to “TRIP”, it indi-
cates the motorcycle’s mileage since
the trip meter was last reset. Use the
trip meter to estimate how far you can
ride on a tank of fuel. This information
will enable you to plan fuel stops in the
future.To reset the trip meter to “0”, push the
“TRIP” button until it displays “TRIP”,
then push it once again and hold it
down for at least one second.
NOTE:@ This motorcycle does not have a ta-
chometer. However, it is equipped with
an engine speed limiter, which pre-
vents the engine speed from exceed-
ing approximately 6,800 r/min and the
vehicle from exceeding a top riding
speed of approximately 175 km/h. @
1. Trip button
2. Odometer/Trip meter
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel tank capTo remove
Slide the lock cover open, insert the
key and turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The
lock will be released and the cap can
be removed.
To install
Make sure the arrow mark on the tank
cap is facing forward, then push the
tank cap into position. Turn the key
counterclockwise to the original posi-
tion and remove it. Close the lock cov-
er.
NOTE:@ This tank cap cannot be closed unless
the key is in the lock. The key cannot
be removed if the cap is not locked
properly. @
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WARNING
@ Be sure the cap is properly installed
and locked in place before riding the
motorcycle. @
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FuelMake sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of
the filler tube as shown in the illustra-
tion.
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WARNING
@ Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid
spilling fuel on the hot engine. Do
not fill the fuel tank above the bot-
tom of the filler tube or it may over-
flow when the fuel heats up later and
expands. @1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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CAUTION:@ Always wipe off spilled fuel immedi-
ately with a dry and clean soft cloth.
Fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
es or plastic parts. @
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NOTE:@ If knocking or pinging occurs, use a dif-
ferent brand of gasoline or higher oc-
tane grade. @
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Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetors while filtering it
also.
The fuel cock has three positions,
which should be set as shown in the il-
lustrations.
OFF
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel
will not flow. Always set the fuel cock to
this position when the engine is not
running.ON
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel
flows to the carburetors. Set the fuel
cock to this position when starting the
engine and while riding. Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
17 L
Reserve:
4.5 L1. Pointed end positioned over “OFF”Off position
1. Pointed end positioned over “ON”Normal position
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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RES
This indicates reserve. If you run out of
fuel while riding, set the fuel cock to this
position. Fill the tank at the first oppor-
tunity. Be sure to set the fuel cock back
to “ON” after refueling!
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Starter (choke) “ ”Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture. A separate starter cir-
cuit supplies this mixture.
Move in direction
a to turn on the
starter (choke).
Move in direction
b to turn off the
starter (choke).
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CAUTION:@ Do not use the starter (choke) for
more than 3 minutes as the exhaust
pipe may discolor from excessive
heat. Also, longer use of the starter
(choke) will cause afterburning. If af-
terburning occurs, turn off the
starter (choke). @
1. Pointed end positioned over “RES”Reserve position
1. Starter (choke) “ ”
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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.
WARNING
If any item in the PRE-OPERATION CHECK is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the motorcycle.Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
Fuel• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.3-7 ~ 3-8
Lights, signals and switches• Check for proper operation. 6-27 ~ 6-28 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
Starting the engine ............................................................................. 5-1
Starting a warm engine ...................................................................... 5-4
Shifting ............................................................................................... 5-5
Recommended shift points (for Switzerland only) .............................. 5-5
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .................................................... 5-6
Engine break-in .................................................................................. 5-6
Parking ............................................................................................... 5-7
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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51. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
2. Turn the main switch to “ON” and
the engine stop switch to “ ”.
3. Shift transmission into neutral.
NOTE:@ When the transmission is in neutral, the
neutral indicator light should be on. If
the light does not come on, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect it. @
4. Turn on the starter (choke) and
completely close the throttle grip.
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.NOTE:@ If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, then
try again. Each attempt should be as
short as possible to preserve the bat-
tery. Do not crank the engine more
than 10 seconds on any one attempt. @
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CAUTION:@ The oil level indicator light should
come on for 2 to 3 seconds when the
main switch is turned to “ON” and
then should go off. If the indicator
light flickers or remains on, immedi-
ately stop the engine and check the
engine oil level and for oil leakage. If
necessary, fill the engine with oil
and check to see that the oil level in-
dicator light goes off. If the light
does not go off even with sufficient
oil in the crankcase or the light does
not come on when the main switch
is turned to “ON”, consult a Yamaha
dealer. @
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