fuel YAMAHA XVS650A 2004 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ............3-3
Speedometer unit ...........................3-5
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...............3-5
Handlebar switches ........................3-5
Clutch lever .....................................3-7
Shift pedal .......................................3-7
Brake lever .....................................3-7
Brake pedal ....................................3-8
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-8
Fuel .................................................3-9
Catalytic converter ........................3-10
Fuel cock ......................................3-10
Starter (choke) knob ......................3-11
Seats ............................................3-11
Helmet holder ...............................3-12
Storage compartment ...................3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-13
Luggage strap holders ..................3-14
Sidestand ......................................3-15Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-15
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
Pre-operation check list .................. 4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting a cold engine .................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine .................. 5-2
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-4
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-2
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-6
Engine oil and oil filter element ...... 6-7
Final gear oil ................................. 6-10
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-11
Adjusting the carburetors ............. 6-12
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-12
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-13
Adjusting the valve clearance ...... 6-13Tires ............................................. 6-14
Spoke wheels .............................. 6-16
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-16
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-17
Adjusting the brake pedal position
and free play ............................. 6-18
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-19
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ............... 6-19
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-23
Checking the front fork ................. 6-23
Checking the steering .................. 6-24
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-25
Battery ......................................... 6-25
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-26
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SAFETY INFORMATION
1-4
1 Gasoline and exhaust gas


GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMA-
BLE:
Always turn the engine off when
refueling.
Take care not to spill any gaso-
line on the engine or exhaust
system when refueling.
Never refuel while smoking or in
the vicinity of an open flame.


Never start the engine or let it run
for any length of time in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poi-
sonous and may cause loss of
consciousness and death within a
short time. Always operate your
motorcycle in an area that has ad-
equate ventilation.


Always turn the engine off before
leaving the motorcycle unattended
and remove the key from the main
switch. When parking the motor-
cycle, note the following:
The engine and exhaust system
may be hot, therefore, park the
motorcycle in a place where pe-
destrians or children are not like-
ly to touch these hot areas.Do not park the motorcycle on a
slope or soft ground, otherwise it
may fall over.
Do not park the motorcycle near
a flammable source (e.g. a kero-
sene heater, or near an open
flame), otherwise it could catch
fire.


When transporting the motorcycle
in another vehicle, make sure that
it is kept upright and that the fuel
cock is turned to “ON” or “RES” (for
vacuum type) / “OFF” (for manual
type). If it should lean over, gaso-
line may leak out of the carburetor
or fuel tank.


If you should swallow any gaso-
line, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor,
or allow gasoline to get into your
eyes, see your doctor immediately.
If any gasoline spills on your skin
or clothing, immediately wash the
affected area with soap and water
and change your clothes.
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DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
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Left view1. Shift pedal (page 3-7)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-10)
3. Starter (choke) knob (page 3-11)
4. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-13)
5. Helmet holder (page 3-12)
6. Storage compartment (page 3-13)
7. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)U5SCE1E0.book Page 1 Monday, September 8, 2003 11:32 AM

DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
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Controls and instruments1. Clutch lever (page 3-7)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-5)
3. Speedometer unit (page 3-5)
4. Fuel tank cap (page 3-8)
5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-5)
6. Throttle grip (page 6-13)
7. Brake lever (page 3-7)U5SCE1E0.book Page 3 Monday, September 8, 2003 11:32 AM

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
3
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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 model 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 Left
1. Tripmeter reset knob
2. Speedometer
3. Odometer
4. Tripmeter
1. Pass switch “”
2. Dimmer switch “/”
3. Horn switch “”
4. Turn signal switch “/”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
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Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap
Insert the key into the lock and turn it
1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be re-
moved.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the key inserted
in the lock and with the “” mark
facing forward.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then re-
move it.
NOTE:The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap isnot properly installed and locked.
WARNING
EWA10130
Make sure that the fuel tank cap isproperly installed before riding.
1. Brake pedal
1.“” mark
2. Unlock.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
WARNING
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Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.


Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-gine.
CAUTION:
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Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-es or plastic parts.
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CAUTION:
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Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,as well as to the exhaust system.
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use regular unleaded gaso-
line with a research octane number of
91 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-
curs, use a gasoline of a different brandor premium unleaded fuel. Use of un-
leaded fuel will extend spark plug life
and reduce maintenance costs.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
16.0 L (4.23 US gal) (3.52 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.0 L (0.79 US gal) (0.66 Imp.gal)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Catalytic converter This vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the muffler.
WARNING
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The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down before do-ing any maintenance work.CAUTION:
ECA10700
The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.

Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.


Never park the vehicle near pos-
sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.


Do not allow the engine to idletoo long.
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Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetors while also filter-
ing it.
The fuel cock lever positions are ex-
plained as follows and shown in the il-
lustrations.
OFF
With the fuel cock lever in this position,
fuel will not flow. Always turn the fuel
cock lever to this position when the en-
gine is not running.ON
With the fuel cock lever in this position,
fuel flows to the carburetors. Turn the
fuel cock lever to this position when
starting the engine and riding.
RES1. Arrow mark positioned over “OFF”
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-11
3 This indicates reserve. With the fuel
cock lever in this position, the fuel re-
serve is made available. Turn the fuel
cock lever to this position if you run out
of fuel while riding. When this occurs,
refuel as soon as possible and be sure
to turn the fuel cock lever back to “ON”!
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Starter (choke) knob “” Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction (a) to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction (b) to turn off
the starter (choke).CAUTION:
ECA10990
Do not use the starter (choke) for
more than 3 minutes as the exhaust
pipe may discolor from excessive
heat. In addition, extended use of
the starter (choke) will cause after-
burning. If this occurs, turn off thestarter (choke).
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Seats Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seatRemove the bolt, and then pull the pas-
senger seat up.
To install the passenger seatInsert the projections on the front of the
passenger seat into the holders as
shown, place the seat in the original po-
sition, and then install the bolt.
1. Starter (choke) knob “”
1. Bolt
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
4
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
FuelCheck fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-9
Engine oilCheck oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-7
Final gear oilCheck vehicle for oil leakage. 6-10
Front brakeCheck operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-17, 6-19, 6-20
Rear brakeCheck operation.
Check pedal free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-18, 6-19
ClutchCheck operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-16
Throttle gripMake sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-13, 6-21
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.6-21
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