lock YAMAHA XVS125 2000 Owners Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ....................................................2-1
Left view .............................................................2-1
Right view ..........................................................2-2
Controls and Instruments ...................................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ........................................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ...................................3-1
Indicator lights ....................................................3-2
Speedometer unit ..............................................3-2
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................................3-3
Handlebar switches............................................3-3
Clutch lever ........................................................3-5
Shift pedal ..........................................................3-5
Brake lever .........................................................3-5
Brake pedal ........................................................3-6
Fuel tank cap .....................................................3-6
Fuel ....................................................................3-7
Fuel cock............................................................3-7
Starter (choke) lever ..........................................3-8
Helmet holder.....................................................3-9
Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies..........3-9
Sidestand .........................................................3-10
Ignition circuit cut-off system............................3-10PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...............................4-1
Pre-operation check list .....................................4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................................5-1
Starting the engine .............................................5-1
Starting a warm engine ......................................5-3
Shifting ...............................................................5-3
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only) .......................................5-4
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ....................5-4
Engine break-in ..................................................5-4
Parking ...............................................................5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR................................................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit ..................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart .......6-2
Removing and installing panels .........................6-5
Checking the spark plugs...................................6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ..........................6-9
Cleaning the air filter element ..........................6-12
Adjusting the carburetor ...................................6-14
Adjusting the engine idling speed ....................6-14
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ................6-15
Adjusting the valve clearance ..........................6-161
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DESCRIPTION
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2-2
7. Tool kit (page 6-1)
8. Battery (page 6-31)
9. Air filter (page 6-12)
10. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
11. Brake pedal (page 3-6, 6-21)12. Oil filter element (page 6-9)
13. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-9)
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Right view
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3-1
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock con-
trols 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 electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be
removed.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way
to the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF”
position, and then turn it to
“LOCK” while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
OFFON
LOCKP
PUSH
IGNITION
ON
OFF
LOCK
(Parking)
.
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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
motorcycle is stopped before turn-
ing the key to “OFF” or “LOCK”.
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.(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tail-
light 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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Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
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Brake pedal
The brake pedal is on the right side
of the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
1. Brake pedal
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Fuel tank cap
To remove the fuel tank cap
Insert the key into the lock and turn it
1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be
released and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then
remove it.
1. Unlock
1NOTE:
The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly closed and
locked.
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Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding.
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Helmet holder
To open the helmet holder, insert the
key into the lock, and then turn the
key as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, place it in
the original position, and then remove
the key.
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Never ride with a helmet attached
to the helmet holder, since the hel-
met may hit objects, causing loss
of control and possibly an acci-
dent.
1. Helmet holder
2. Open
1
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Always adjust both shock
absorber assemblies equally, oth-
erwise poor handling and loss of
stability may result.
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock
absorber assembly in direction a. To
decrease the spring preload and
thereby soften the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock
absorber assembly in direction b.
NOTE:
Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position indica-
tor on the shock absorber.
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Adjusting the shock
absorber assemblies
Each shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload
adjusting ring.
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Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum
or minimum settings.
1. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring
2. Position indicator
1
2
3
4
5
b
a
2
1
Minimum
StandardMaximum(soft) (hard)
Setting 1 2 3 4 5
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6-5
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Removing and installing pan-
els
The panels shown above need to be
removed to perform some of the
maintenance jobs described in this
chapter. Refer to this section each
time a panel needs to be removed
and installed.
1. Panel A
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1. Panel B
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Panel A
To remove the panel
1. Slide the lock cover open, insert
the key into the lock, and then
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise.
1. Lock cover
2. Unlock
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2. Pull the rear of the panel out with
the key inserted in the lock, and
then slide the panel forward to
release it in the front.To install the panel
1. Secure the front of the panel,
and then push the rear of the
panel in with the key inserted in
the lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
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Panel B
To remove the panel
1. Remove the bolt.
1. Bolt
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8Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be “broken in” for
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Spoke wheels
To maximize the performance, dura-
bility, and safe operation of your
motorcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
8The wheel rims should be
checked for cracks, bends or
warpage, and the spokes for
looseness or damage before
each ride. If any damage is
found, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair
to the wheel. A deformed or
cracked wheel must be replaced.
8The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced.
An unbalanced wheel can result
in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
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Adjusting the clutch lever
free play
The clutch lever free play should
measure 5–10 mm as shown.
Periodically check the clutch lever
free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the clutch
lever.
2. To increase the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in
direction a. To decrease the
clutch lever free play, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction b.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting bolt
c. Clutch lever free play
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b
a
c
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3. If the specified clutch lever free
play could be obtained as
described above, tighten the
locknut and skip the rest of the
procedure, otherwise proceed as
follows.
4. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in direction ato
loosen the clutch cable.
5. Loosen the locknut at the
crankcase.
6. To increase the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting nut in
direction a. To decrease the
clutch lever free play, turn the
adjusting nut in direction b.
1. Locknut
2. Clutch lever free play adjusting nut
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a
b
7. Tighten the locknut at the clutch
lever and the crankcase.
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Adjusting the brake lever
free play
The brake lever free play should
measure 5–8 mm as shown.
Periodically check the brake lever
free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the brake
lever.
2. To increase the brake lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in
direction a. To decrease the
brake lever free play, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction b.
3. Tighten the locknut.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting bolt
c. Brake lever free play
b
a
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8After adjusting the brake lever
free play, check the free play
and make sure that the brake
is working properly.
8A soft or spongy feeling in the
brake lever can indicate the
presence of air in the
hydraulic system. If there is air
in the hydraulic system, have
a Yamaha dealer bleed the
system before operating the
motorcycle. Air in the
hydraulic system will diminish
the braking performance,
which may result in loss of
control and an accident.
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Adjusting the brake pedal
position and free play
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It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer make these adjustments.
Brake pedal position
The top of the brake pedal should be
positioned approximately 76.6 mm
above the top of the footrest as
shown. Periodically check the brake
pedal position and, if necessary,
adjust it as follows.1. Loosen the locknut at the brake
pedal.
2. To raise the brake pedal, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction a. To
lower the brake pedal, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction b.
3. Tighten the locknut.
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After adjusting the brake pedal
height, the brake pedal free play
must be adjusted.
1
a
2
b
1. Brake pedal position adjusting bolt
2. Locknut
1
b
a
1. Footrest
a. Distance between brake pedal and footrest
b. Brake pedal free play
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