check oil YAMAHA XVS950 2009 User Guide

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ter the brake fluid reservoir when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.


Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.

As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
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Changing the brake fluid
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the TIP after the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition, have
the oil seals of the master cylinders and
calipers as well as the brake hoses re-
placed at the intervals listed below or
whenever they are damaged or leak-
ing.

Oil seals: Replace every two
years.

Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
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Drive belt slack
The drive belt slack should be checked
and adjusted at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubri-
cation chart.
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To check the drive belt slack
1. Place the vehicle on the sidestand.
2. Note the current position of the
drive belt using the marks near the
drive belt check hole.
TIP

The marks near the drive belt check
hole are 5 mm (0.2 in) apart.

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TIP

Using the alignment marks on each
side of the swingarm, make sure that
both belt pullers are in the same posi-
tion for proper wheel alignment.
4. Tighten the locknuts and the axle
nut to their specified torques.
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Checking and lubricating the
cables
The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING! Damage to the outer
sheath may interfere with proper ca-
ble operation and will cause the in-
ner cable to rust. Replace a
damaged cable as soon as possible
to prevent unsafe conditions.
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Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable
The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart.
Tightening torques:
Locknut:
15.5 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 11 ft·lbf)
Axle nut:
150 Nm (15.0 m·kgf, 108 ft·lbf)
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil

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Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.

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2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
NOTICE

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If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
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Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 6-31 for more
information.)
WARNING! To
avoid injury, securely support
the vehicle so there is no danger
of it falling over.
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2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.

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4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.

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Replacing the headlight bulb
This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
NOTICE

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Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:

Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.

Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of a
wattage higher than specified.
1. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the screws.
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the bulb cover.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Screw
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug caps
and spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto
the spark plugs, and then place
the spark plugs on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam-
age or injury from sparking,
make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while
turning the engine
over.

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e. Remove the spark plug caps
from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.
4. Lubricate all control cables and thepivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand/
centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30°F) or more than 30
°C (90°F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-24.
TIP

Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.

INDEX
A
Air filter element, replacing ...................... 6-11
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................... 6-31
B
Battery ..................................................... 6-24
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating .............................................. 6-21
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating .............................................. 6-21
Brake fluid, changing ............................... 6-18
Brake fluid level, checking ....................... 6-17
Brake lever .............................................. 3-10
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............... 6-15
Brake pedal ............................................. 3-10
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ............. 6-20
Care ........................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................... 3-12
Clutch lever................................................ 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .............. 6-14
D
Dimmer switch ........................................... 3-8
Drive belt slack ........................................ 6-18
E
Engine break-in ......................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking ................. 6-11
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ................ 6-7
Engine stop switch..................................... 3-8
Engine trouble warning light ...................... 3-4
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking ....... 6-16
Front fork, checking ................................. 6-23
Fuel.......................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........... 5-3Fuel level warning light .............................. 3-4
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-10
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-26
H
Handlebar switches ................................... 3-7
Hazard switch ............................................ 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-27
Helmet holder .......................................... 3-14
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-3
Horn switch................................................ 3-8
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Identification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-16
Immobilizer system.................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ............. 3-4
Indicator and warning lights....................... 3-3
K
Key identification number .......................... 9-1
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........... 6-30
M
Main switch/steering lock .......................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ....... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system ..... 6-2
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-2
Multi-function meter unit ............................ 3-4
N
Neutral indicator light................................. 3-3
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Oil level warning light ................................ 3-3
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Panel, removing and installing .................. 6-6Parking ...................................................... 5-4
Part locations ............................................ 2-1
Pass switch ............................................... 3-8
R
Rear brake light switch, adjusting ........... 6-16
Rear suspension, lubricating................... 6-22
RESET switch ........................................... 3-9
Rider seat................................................ 3-13
S
Safety information ..................................... 1-1
SELECT switch ......................................... 3-8
Shifting ...................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ................................................. 3-9
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ...... 3-14
Sidestand ................................................ 3-16
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ....... 6-22
Spark plugs, checking ............................... 6-6
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch ............................................... 3-8
Steering, checking .................................. 6-23
Storage ..................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ...................... 6-31
T
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ................ 6-28
Throttle cable free play, checking ........... 6-12
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-20
Tires ........................................................ 6-12
Tool kit ...................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ...................................... 6-32
Troubleshooting chart ............................. 6-33
Turn signal indicator light .......................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb, replacing .............. 6-29