YAMAHA XVS650A 2001 Owner's Guide

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Luggage strap holder (´ 2)
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Luggage strap holdersThere is a luggage strap holder locat-
ed at each passenger footrest.
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SidestandThis 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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WARNING
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,
resulting in a possible loss of con-
trol. Yamaha has designed into this
motorcycle a lockout system to as-
sist the operator in fulfilling the re-
sponsibility of retracting the
sidestand. Please check carefully
the operating instructions listed be-
low and if there is any indication of
a malfunction, return the motor-
cycle to a Yamaha dealer immedi-ately for repair.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Sidestand/clutch switch
operation checkCheck the operation of the sidestand
switch and clutch switch against the in-
formation below.COPY CD-11ECD-11ETURN THE MAIN SWITCH TO “ON”
AND THE ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO
“”.TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND
SIDESTAND IS UP.PULL IN CLUTCH LEVER AND
PUSH THE START SWITCH.ENGINE WILL START.CLUTCH SWITCH IS OK.
CD-11E
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WARNING
If improper operation is noted, con-sult a Yamaha dealer immediately.SIDESTAND IS DOWN.ENGINE WILL STALL.SIDESTAND SWITCH IS OK.

Pre-operation check list...................................................................... 4-1
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Owners are personally responsible for their vehicle’s condition. Your motorcycle’s 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 brake fluid if necessary.6-19 ~ 6-22
Rear brake
• Check operation, condition and free play.
• Adjust if necessary.6-20 ~ 6-22
Clutch
• Check operation, condition and free play.
• Adjust if necessary.6-18
Throttle grip and housing
• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-15, 6-23
Engine oil
• Check oil level.
• Fill with oil if necessary.6-9 ~ 6-11
Final gear oil
• Check vehicle for leakage. 6-11 ~ 6-12
Wheels and tires
• Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness.
• Tighten spokes if necessary.6-15 ~ 6-17
Control and meter cable
• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-23
Brake and shift pedal shafts
• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-23
Brake and clutch lever pivots
• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-24
Sidestand pivot
• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-24

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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 tank
• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.3-7
Lights, signals and switches
• Check for proper operation. 6-28 ~ 6-29
ITEM CHECKS PAGE

Starting the engine............................................................................. 5-1
Starting a warm engine ...................................................................... 5-4
Shifting ............................................................................................... 5-4
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .................................................... 5-5
Engine break-in .................................................................................. 5-5
Parking ............................................................................................... 5-6
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING

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Before riding this motorcycle,
become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions. Consult a
Yamaha dealer regarding any
control or function that you do
not thoroughly understand.
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Never start your engine or let it
run for any length of time in a
closed area. The exhaust
fumes are poisonous and can
cause loss of consciousness
and death within a short time.
Always operate your motor-
cycle in an area with adequate
ventilation.
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Before starting out, always be
sure the sidestand is up. Fail-
ure to retract the sidestand
completely can result in a seri-
ous accident when you try to
turn a corner.
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Starting the engine
NOTE:

This motorcycle is equipped with an ig-
nition circuit cut-off system. The en-
gine can be started only under one of
the following conditions:
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The transmission is in neutral.
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The sidestand is up, the transmis-
sion is in gear and the clutch is
disengaged.
The motorcycle must not be ridden
when the sidestand is down.
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WARNING

Before going through the following
steps, check the function of the sid-
estand switch and clutch switch.
(Refer to page 3-16.)
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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COPY CF-28ECF-28E
TURN THE MAIN SWITCH TO “ON” AND THE
ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO “ ”.
IF TRANSMISSION IS IN NEUTRAL AND
SIDESTAND IS DOWN,PUSH START SWITCH.
ENGINE WILL START.RETRACT SIDESTAND AND PUT
TRANSMISSION IN GEAR.
IF TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND
SIDESTAND IS UP,PULL IN CLUTCH LEVER AND PUSH START
SWITCH. ENGINE WILL START.
MOTORCYCLE CAN BE RIDDEN.
MOTORCYCLE CAN BE RIDDEN.