fuel YAMAHA XVS650A 2001 Owners Manual

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Left view (XVS650)
1. Shift pedal (page 3-5)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-8)
3. Starter (choke) “ ” (page 3-9)
4. Rear shock absorber spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-14)
5. Helmet holder (page 3-12)
6. Storage compartment (page 3-13)
7. Tool kit (page 6-1)
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Left view (XVS650A)
1. Shift pedal (page 3-5)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-8)
3. Starter (choke) “ ” (page 3-9)
4. Rear shock absorber spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-14)
5. Helmet holder (page 3-12)
6. Storage compartment (page 3-13)
7. Tool kit (page 6-1)

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Controls/Instruments (XVS650/XVS650A)
14. Clutch lever (page 3-5)
15. Left handlebar switches (page 3-3)
16. Speedometer (page 3-2)
17. Fuel tank cap (page 3-6)
18. Right handlebar switches (page 3-4)
19. Throttle grip (page 6-15)
20. Front brake lever (page 3-5)

Main switch/Steering lock................................................................... 3-1
Indicator lights .................................................................................... 3-2
Speedometer ..................................................................................... 3-2
Antitheft alarm (optional) .................................................................... 3-3
Handlebar switches ............................................................................ 3-3
Clutch lever ........................................................................................ 3-5
Shift pedal .......................................................................................... 3-5
Front brake lever ................................................................................ 3-5
Rear brake pedal................................................................................ 3-6
Fuel tank cap ..................................................................................... 3-6
Fuel .................................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel tank breather hose ..................................................................... 3-7
Fuel cock ............................................................................................ 3-8
Starter (choke) “ ” .......................................................................... 3-9
Seats (for XVS650) ............................................................................ 3-9
Seats (for XVS650A) ........................................................................ 3-11
Helmet holder................................................................................... 3-12
Storage compartment ...................................................................... 3-13
Rear shock absorber adjustment ..................................................... 3-14
Luggage strap holders ..................................................................... 3-15
Sidestand ......................................................................................... 3-15
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check ......................................... 3-16
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. High beam indicator light “ ”
2. Turn indicator light “ ”
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. Engine trouble indicator light “ ”
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Indicator lights
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1. Turn indicator light “ ”
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
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2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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3. High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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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.
1. Reset knob
2. Speedometer
3. Odometer
4. Trip odometer
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Speedometer
The speedometer shows riding speed.
This speedometer is equipped with an
odometer and trip odometer. The trip
odometer can be reset to “0” with the
reset knob. Use the trip odometer to
estimate how far you can ride on a
tank of fuel. This information will en-
able you to plan fuel stops in the fu-
ture.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Rear brake pedal
The rear brake pedal is on the right
side of the motorcycle. Press down on
the brake pedal to apply the rear
brake.
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Fuel tank cap
To open
Insert the key and turn it 1/4 turn clock-
wise. The lock will be released and the
cap can be opened.
To close
Push the tank cap into position with the
key inserted. To remove the key, turn it
counterclockwise to the original posi-
tion.
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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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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Fuel
Make 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.
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CAUTION:
Always wipe off spilled fuel immedi-
ately with a dry and clean soft cloth.
Fuel may deteriorate painted sur-

faces 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.Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with
a research octane number of 91
or higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
16 L
Reserve:
3 L
1. Fuel tank breather hose
2. Guide
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Fuel tank breather hose
This model is equipped with a fuel tank
breather hose.
Before using this motorcycle:
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Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.
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Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage and replace
it if damaged.
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Make sure the end of the fuel tank
breather hose is not blocked and
clean it if necessary.

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Off position

1. Arrow mark positioned over “OFF”
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Fuel cock
The 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.
Normal position

1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
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.Reserve position
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
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 op-
portunity. Be sure to set the fuel cock
back to “ON” after refueling!

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Starter (choke) “ ”
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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
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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
afterburning occurs, turn off the

starter (choke).
XVS650

1. Nut
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Seats (for XVS650)
Passenger seat
To remove
Remove the nut and pull the seat up-
ward.

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