tires YAMAHA XVS650A 2001 Owners Manual

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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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Tool kit ................................................................ 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication ................ 6-2
Panel removal and installation............................ 6-5
Panel A ............................................................... 6-6
Panel B ............................................................... 6-7
Spark plugs ........................................................ 6-7
Engine oil............................................................ 6-9
Final gear oil ..................................................... 6-11
Air filter ............................................................. 6-12
Carburetor adjustment...................................... 6-13
Idle speed adjustment ...................................... 6-14
Throttle cable free play inspection .................... 6-15
Valve clearance adjustment.............................. 6-15
Tires ................................................................. 6-15
Wheels ............................................................. 6-17
Clutch lever free play adjustment ..................... 6-18
Front brake lever free play
adjustment ...................................................... 6-19
Rear brake pedal height and free play
adjustment ...................................................... 6-20
Brake light switch adjustment ........................... 6-21
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes ............................................ 6-21
Inspecting the brake fluid level.......................... 6-22
Brake fluid replacement .................................... 6-22
Cable inspection and lubrication ....................... 6-23
Throttle cable and grip lubrication..................... 6-23
Brake and shift pedal lubrication....................... 6-23
Brake and clutch lever lubrication ..................... 6-24
Sidestand lubrication ........................................ 6-24
Front fork inspection ......................................... 6-25
Steering inspection ........................................... 6-25
Wheel bearings ................................................. 6-26
Battery .............................................................. 6-26
Fuse replacement ............................................. 6-27
Headlight bulb replacement .............................. 6-28
Turn signal and taillight bulb replacement......... 6-29
Supporting the motorcycle ................................ 6-30
Front wheel removal ......................................... 6-31
Front wheel installation ..................................... 6-31
Rear wheel removal .......................................... 6-32
Rear wheel installation...................................... 6-33
Troubleshooting ................................................ 6-34
Troubleshooting chart ....................................... 6-35

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
NO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSInitial
(1,000 km)EVERY
6,000 km
or
6 months
(whichever
comes first)12,000 km
or
12 months
(whichever
comes first)
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Fuel line
• Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
• Replace if necessary.
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2 Spark plugs
• Check condition.
• Clean, regap or replace if necessary.
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Valves
• Check valve clearance.
• Adjust if necessary.
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4 Air filter
• Clean or replace if necessary.
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5 Clutch
• Check operation.
• Adjust or replace cable.
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Front brake
• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)
• Correct accordingly.
• Replace brake pads if necessary.
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Rear brake
• Check operation.
• Adjust brake pedal and replace brake shoes if necessary.
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Wheels
• Check balance, runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
• Tighten spokes and rebalance, replace if necessary.
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Tires
• Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
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Wheel bearings
• Check bearing for looseness or damage.
• Replace if necessary.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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a. Free play
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Throttle cable free play
inspectionThere should be a free play of 4 ~
6 mm at the throttle grip. If the free play
is incorrect, ask a Yamaha dealer to
make this adjustment.
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Valve clearance adjustmentThe correct valve clearance changes
with use, resulting in improper fuel/air
supply or engine noise. To prevent
this, the valve clearance must be ad-
justed regularly. This adjustment how-
ever, should be left to a professional
Yamaha service technician.
a. Tread depth
1. Side wall
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TiresTo ensure maximum performance,
long service, and safe operation, note
the following:
Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire pres-
sure before operating the motorcycle.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EW000082
WARNING
Tire inflation pressure should be
checked and adjusted when the
temperature of the tire equals the
ambient air temperature. Tire infla-
tion pressure must be adjusted ac-
cording to total weight of cargo,
rider, passenger, and accessories
(fairing, saddlebags, etc. if ap-
proved for this model), and vehiclespeed.COPY CE-32ECE-32EXVS650
Maximum load* 180 kg
Cold tire pressure Front Rear
Up to 90 kg*200 kPa
(2.00 kg/cm
2,
2.00 bar)225 kPa
(2.25 kg/cm
2,
2.25 bar)
90 kg load ~
Maximum load*200 kPa
(2.00 kg/cm
2,
2.00 bar)250 kPa
(2.50 kg/cm
2,
2.50 bar)
* Load is the total weight of cargo, rider, passenger
and accessories.
COPY CE-32ECE-32EXVS650A
Maximum load*201 kg (except for D, A)
200 kg (for D, A)
Cold tire pressure Front Rear
Up to 90 kg*225 kPa
(2.25 kg/cm
2,
2.25 bar)225 kPa
(2.25 kg/cm
2,
2.25 bar)
90 kg load ~
Maximum load*225 kPa
(2.25 kg/cm
2,
2.25 bar)250 kPa
(2.50 kg/cm
2,
2.50 bar)
* Load is the total weight of cargo, rider, passenger
and accessories.
EW000083
WARNING
Proper loading of your motorcycle
is important for several characteris-
tics of your motorcycle, such as
handling, braking, performance and
safety. Do not carry loosely packed
items that can shift. Securely pack
your heaviest items close to the
center of the motorcycle, and dis-
tribute the weight evenly from side
to side. Properly adjust the suspen-
sion for your load, and check the
condition and pressure of your
tires. NEVER OVERLOAD YOUR
MOTORCYCLE. Make sure the total
weight of the cargo, rider, passen-
ger, and accessories (fairing, sad-
dlebags, etc. if approved for this
model) does not exceed the maxi-
mum load of the motorcycle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded motorcycle
could cause tire damage, an acci-dent, or even injury.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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9Tire inspection
Always check the tires before operat-
ing the motorcycle. If center tread
depth reaches the limit as shown, if the
tire has a nail or glass fragments in it,
or if the side wall is cracked, contact a
Yamaha dealer immediately and have
the tire replaced.
COPY CE-10ECE-10E
CE-10EFRONT (XVS650)
Manufacturer Size Type
Bridgestone 100/90-19 57S L309
Dunlop 100/90-19 57S F24
REAR (XVS650)
Manufacturer Size Type
Bridgestone 170/80-15M/C 77S G546
Dunlop 170/80-15M/C 77S K555
FRONT (XVS650A)
Manufacturer Size Type
Bridgestone 130/90-16 67S G703
Dunlop 130/90-16 67S D404F
REAR (XVS650A)
Manufacturer Size Type
Bridgestone 170/80-15M/C 77S G702
Dunlop 170/80-15M/C 77S D404
CE-26ECE-26ENOTE:These limits may be different by regu-
lation from country to country. If so,
conform to the limits specified by theregulations of your own country.
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WARNING
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Operating the motorcycle with
excessively worn tires de-
crease riding stability and can
lead to loss of control. Have ex-
cessively worn tires replaced
by a Yamaha dealer immediate-
ly. Brakes, tires, and related
wheel parts replacement
should be left to a Yamaha Ser-
vice Technician.
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Patching a punctured tube is
not recommended. If it is abso-
lutely necessary to do so, use
great care and replace the tube
as soon as possible with agood quality replacement.
Minimum tire tread depth
(front and rear)1.6 mm
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WheelsTo ensure maximum performance,
long service, and safe operation, note
the following:l
Always inspect the wheels before
a ride. Check for cracks, bends or
warpage of the wheel. Be sure
the spokes are tight and undam-
aged. If any abnormal condition
exists in a wheel, consult a
Yamaha dealer. Do not attempt
even small repairs to the wheel. If
a wheel is deformed or cracked, it
must be replaced.
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Tires and wheels should be bal-
anced whenever either one is
changed or replaced. Failure to
have a wheel balanced can result
in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and
shortened tire life.
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Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be broken in for it to
develop its optimal characteristics.

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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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1. Clean your motorcycle with cold
water and soap after the engine
has cooled down.

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CAUTION:
Do not use warm water since it in-
creases the corrosive action of the

salt.
2. Be sure to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all (even chrome-
and nickel-plated) metal surfaces
to prevent corrosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a cham-
ois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all (even chrome-
and nickel-plated) metal surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
er to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing it or covering it.

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WARNING

Make sure that there is no oil or wax
on the brakes and tires. If neces-
sary, clean the brake discs and lin-
ings with a regular brake disc
cleaner or acetone, and wash the
tires with warm water and mild
soap. Then, carefully test the motor-
cycle for its braking performance
and cornering behavior.
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CAUTION:

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Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and wipe off any excess.
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Never apply oil or wax on rubber
and plastic parts, but treat them
with a suitable care product.
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Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they wear away
the paint.
NOTE:

Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.

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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, then raise the
motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alter-
natively, turn the wheels a little ev-
ery month in order to prevent the
tires from becoming degraded in
one spot.
8. Cover up the muffler outlets with
plastic bags to prevent moisture
from entering.
9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and recharge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in
an excessively cold or warm place
(less than 0˚C or more than 30˚C).
For more information, see “Bat-
tery storage” in the chapter “PE-
RIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIRS”.
NOTE:

Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.

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SPECIFICATIONS
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XVS650A
Frame type Double cradle
Caster angle 35˚
Trail 145 mm
Tires
XVS650
Type Tube
Front
Size 100/90-19 57S
Manufacturer/
model Bridgestone / L309
Dunlop / F24
Rear
Size 170/80-15 M/C 77S
Manufacturer/
model Bridgestone / G546
Dunlop / K555
Maximum load 180 kg
Air pressure (cold tire)
Up to 90 kg load*
Front 200 kPa; 2.00 kg/cm
2

; 2.00 bar
Rear 225 kPa; 2.25 kg/cm
2

; 2.25 bar
90 kg load ~ Maximum load*
Front 200 kPa; 2.00 kg/cm
2

; 2.00 bar
Rear 250 kPa; 2.50 kg/cm
2

; 2.50 bar
XVS650A
Type Tube
Front
Size 130/90-16 67S
Manufacturer/
model Bridgestone / G703
Dunlop / D404F
Rear
Size 170/80-15 M/C 77S
Manufacturer/
model Bridgestone / G702
Dunlop / D404
Maximum load 201 kg (except for D, A)
200 kg (for D, A)
Air pressure (cold tire)
Up to 90 kg load*
Front 225 kPa; 2.25 kg/cm
2

; 2.25 bar
Rear 225 kPa; 2.25 kg/cm
2

; 2.25 bar
90 kg load ~ Maximum load*
Front 225 kPa; 2.25 kg/cm
2

; 2.25 bar
Rear 250 kPa; 2.50 kg/cm
2

; 2.50 bar
* Load is total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories.

INDEX
Pass switch .............................................. 3-3
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication .............................................. 6-2
Pre-operation check list ........................... 4-1
R
Rear brake pedal ..................................... 3-6
Rear brake pedal height and free play
adjustment ........................................... 6-20
Rear shock absorber adjustment ........... 3-14
Rear wheel installation ........................... 6-33
Rear wheel removal ............................... 6-32
Right view (XVS650) ................................ 2-2
Right view (XVS650A) ............................. 2-4
S
Seats (for XVS650) .................................. 3-9
Seats (for XVS650A) .............................. 3-11
Shift pedal ................................................ 3-5
Shifting ..................................................... 5-4
Sidestand ............................................... 3-15
Sidestand lubrication .............................. 6-24
Sidestand/clutch switch operation
check ................................................... 3-16
Spark plugs .............................................. 6-7
Specifications ........................................... 8-1
Speedometer ............................................ 3-2
Start switch ............................................... 3-4
Starter (choke) “ ” ................................. 3-9
Starting a warm engine ............................ 5-4
Starting the engine ................................... 5-1
Steering inspection ................................. 6-25
Storage ..................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-13
Supporting the motorcycle ..................... 6-30
T
Throttle cable and grip lubrication .......... 6-23
Throttle cable free play inspection ......... 6-15
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .......... 5-5
Tires ....................................................... 6-15
Tool kit ...................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ..................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting chart ............................ 6-35
Turn indicator light .................................... 3-2
Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement ......................................... 6-29
Turn signal switch .................................... 3-3
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Valve clearance adjustment ................... 6-15
Vehicle identification number ................... 9-1
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Wheel bearings ...................................... 6-26
Wheels ................................................... 6-17