YAMAHA XVS650 2001 User Guide

DESCRIPTION
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Left view (XVS650) ............................................................................ 2-1
Right view (XVS650) .......................................................................... 2-2
Left view (XVS650A) .......................................................................... 2-3
Right view (XVS650A) ........................................................................ 2-4
Controls and instruments (XVS650/XVS650A) .................................. 2-5
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2-DESCRIPTION Left view (XVS650)1. Shift pedal (page 3-5)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-8)
3. Starter (choke) knob (page 3-9)
4. Shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-14)5. Helmet holder (page 3-12)
6. Storage compartment (page 3-13)
7. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view (XVS650)8. Engine oil filter element (page 6-9)
9. Battery (page 6-29)
10. Fuses (page 6-31)
11. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
12. Air filter element (page 6-13)
13. Brake pedal (page 3-6)
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DESCRIPTION
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Left view (XVS650A)1. Shift pedal (page 3-5)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-8)
3. Starter (choke) knob (page 3-9)
4. Shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-14)5. Helmet holder (page 3-12)
6. Storage compartment (page 3-13)
7. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view (XVS650A)8. Engine oil filter element (page 6-9)
9. Battery (page 6-29)
10. Fuses (page 6-31)
11. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
12. Air filter element (page 6-13)
13. Brake pedal (page 3-6)
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments (XVS650/XVS650A)1. Clutch lever (page 3-5)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-3)
3. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
4. Fuel tank cap (page 3-7)
5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-4)
6. Throttle grip (page 6-15)
7. Brake lever (page 3-6)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock .................................................................. 3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............................................................. 3-2
Speedometer unit .............................................................................. 3-3
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................................................................. 3-3
Handlebar switches ........................................................................... 3-3
Clutch lever ....................................................................................... 3-5
Shift pedal (XVS650).......................................................................... 3-5
Shift pedal (XVS650A) ....................................................................... 3-5
Brake lever ........................................................................................ 3-6
Brake pedal ....................................................................................... 3-6
Fuel tank cap ..................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel ................................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel cock ........................................................................................... 3-8
Starter (choke) knob .......................................................................... 3-9
Seats (XVS650) ............................................................................... 3-10
Seats (XVS650A) ............................................................................. 3-11
Helmet holder .................................................................................. 3-12
Storage compartment ..................................................................... 3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly .......................................... 3-14
Luggage strap holders .................................................................... 3-15
Sidestand ........................................................................................ 3-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........................................................... 3-16
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Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
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 electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steeringPush the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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WARNING
@ 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 motor-
cycle is stopped before turning the
key to “OFF” or “LOCK”. @1. Push.
2. Turn.
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(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
is 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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CAUTION:@ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. @
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Indicator and warning lights
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Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on or flashes
when an electrical circuit monitoring
the engine is defective. When this oc-
curs, have the Yamaha dealer check
the self-diagnosis system.NOTE:@ This warning light comes on for a few
seconds when the key is turned to
“ON”, but this does not indicate a mal-
function. @
1. High beam indicator light “ ”
2. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
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Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer, an odometer and a
tripmeter. The speedometer shows
riding speed. The odometer shows the
total distance traveled. The tripmeter
shows the distance traveled since it
was last set to zero with the reset knob.
The tripmeter can be used to estimate
the distance that can be traveled with a
full tank of fuel. This information will en-
able you to plan future fuel stops.
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Anti-theft alarm (optional) This motorcycle can be equipped with
an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
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Handlebar switches
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Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When
released, the switch returns to the cen-
ter position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
1. Tripmeter reset knob
2. Speedometer
3. Odometer
4. Tripmeter
1. Turn signal switch
2. Pass switch “ ”
3. Dimmer switch
4. Horn switch “ ”
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