YAMAHA XVS250 2001 Repair Manual

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6 To check the operation
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
EC000098
CAUTION:_ If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it. _
EAU00794
Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
EW000115
WARNING
_ Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over. _
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the
steering.
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6
EAU01144
Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAU01271
Battery This motorcycle is equipped with a
sealed-type (MF) battery, which does
not require any maintenance. There is
no need to check the electrolyte or to
add distilled water.To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the motorcycle is equipped with op-
tional electrical accessories.1. Battery
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EW000116
WARNING
_ l
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for
15 minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
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Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
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KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
_To store the battery
1. If the motorcycle will not be used
for more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation.
EC000102
CAUTION:_ l
Always keep the battery
charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.
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To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (constant-
voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional
battery charger will damage the
battery. If you do not have ac-
cess to a sealed-type (MF) bat-
tery charger, have a Yamaha
dealer charge your battery.
_
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EAU01749
Replacing the fuses The fuse boxes are located behind
panel B. (See page 6-6 for panel re-
moval and installation procedures.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
EC000103
CAUTION:_ Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly a
fire. _3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
1. Fuse box (´ 2)
1. Main fuse
2. Spare main fuse
3. Headlight fuse
4. Ignition fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Carburetor heater fuse
7. Spare fuse (´ 2)
Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 30 A
Ignition fuse: 10 A
Signaling system fuse: 10 A
Headlight fuse: 15 A
Carburetor heater fuse: 10 A
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Replacing the headlight bulb This motorcycle is equipped with a
quartz bulb headlight. If the headlight
bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the screws.2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the headlight unit
and bulb cover.1. Screw (´ 2)
1. Headlight coupler
1. Headlight bulb cover
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63. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the defective
bulb.
EW000119
WARNING
_ Headlight bulbs get very hot. There-
fore, keep flammable products away
from a lit headlight bulb, and do not
touch the bulb until it has cooled
down. _4. Place a new bulb into position, and
then secure it with the bulb holder.
EC000105
CAUTION:_ Do not touch the glass part of the
headlight bulb to keep it free from
oil, otherwise the transparency of
the glass, the luminosity of the bulb,
and the bulb life will be adversely af-
fected. Thoroughly clean off any dirt
and fingerprints on the headlight
bulb using a cloth moistened with
alcohol or thinner. _5. Install the bulb cover, and then
connect the coupler.6. Install the headlight unit by install-
ing the screws.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
1. Headlight bulb holder
1. Do not touch this area.
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EAU01623
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove the tail/brake light lens by
removing the screws.2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.
EC000108
CAUTION:_ Do not overtighten the screws, oth-
erwise the lens may break. _
1. Screw (´ 2)
1. Tail/brake light bulb
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EAU03218
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal lens by re-
moving the screws.2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.
EC000108
CAUTION:_ Do not overtighten the screws, oth-
erwise the lens may break. _
EAU01579
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other mainte-
nance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motor-
cycle is in a stable and level position
before starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed un-
der the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
1. Screw (´ 2)
1. Turn signal light bulb
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6 To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
a jack either under each side of the
frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
EAU03737
Front wheel To remove the front wheel
EW000122
WARNING
_ l
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer service the wheel.
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Securely support the motor-
cycle so that there is no danger
of it falling over.
_1. Disconnect the speedometer ca-
ble from the front wheel.2. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolt.
3. Remove the rubber cap, and then
loosen the wheel axle.
4. Lift the front wheel off the ground
according to the procedure on
page 6-36.
5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
ECA00048
CAUTION:_ Do not apply the brake after the
wheel has been removed together
with the brake disc, otherwise the
brake pads will be forced shut. _
1. Speedometer cable
1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
2. Rubber cap
3. Wheel axle
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To install the front wheel
1. Install the speedometer gear unit
into the wheel hub so that the pro-
jections mesh with the slots.
2. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.
NOTE:_ Make sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before insert-
ing the brake disc and that the slot in
the speedometer gear unit fits over the
retainer on the fork leg. _3. Insert the wheel axle.
4. Lower the front wheel so that it is
on the ground.
5. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.6. Tighten the wheel axle to the
specified torque, and then install
the rubber cap.
7. Install the front wheel axle pinch
bolt, and then tighten it to the
specified torque.
8. Connect the speedometer cable.1. Retainer
Tightening torque:
Wheel axle:
59 Nm (5.9 m·kg)
Tightening torque:
Front wheel axle pinch bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kg)
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