clutch YAMAHA XVS950 2009 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
TIP

Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.
NOTICE

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In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a high-
er quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.

Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
9. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
TIP

After the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if the
oil level is sufficient.
NOTICE

ECA10400
If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on, immediately turn the
engine off and have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
10. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment:
3.70 L (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
4.00 L (4.23 US qt, 3.52 Imp.qt)
1. “CD” specification
2. “ENERGY CONSERVING II”
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WARNING

EWA10470

Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the vehi-
cle with excessively worn tires
decreases riding stability and
can lead to loss of control.

The replacement of all wheel
and brake related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
EAU21960
Cast wheels
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
note the following points regarding the
specified wheels.

The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends or warpage be-
fore each ride. If any damage is
found, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the wheel. Do not attempt
even the smallest repair to the
wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.

The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.

Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be “broken in” for it
to develop its optimal characteris-
tics.
EAU22043
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play
The clutch lever free play should mea-
sure 5.0–10.0 mm (0.20–0.39 in) as
shown. Periodically check the clutch le-
ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
1. Slide the rubber cover back at the
clutch lever.
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. To increase the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in di-
rection (a). To decrease the clutch
Front tire:
Size:
130/70-18M/C 63H
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA
G721 J
DUNLOP/D404F
Rear tire:
Size:
170/70B16M/C 75H
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA
G722 J
DUNLOP/K555
1. Rubber cover
2. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
4. Clutch lever free play
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(a)
(b)

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lever free play, turn the adjusting
bolt in direction (b).
TIP

If the specified clutch lever free play
could be obtained as described above,
skip steps 4–7.
4. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in direction (a) to loos-
en the clutch cable.
5. Loosen the locknut at the crank-
case.
6. To increase the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting nut in direc-
tion (a). To decrease the clutch le-
ver free play, turn the adjusting nutin direction (b).
7. Tighten the locknut at the crank-
case.
8. Tighten the locknut at the clutch le-
ver and then slide the rubber cover
to its original position.
EAU22093
Adjusting the brake lever free
play
The brake lever free play should mea-
sure 10.0–15.0 mm (0.39–0.59 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake le-
ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the brake le-
ver.
2. To increase the brake lever free
play, turn the brake lever free play
adjusting screw in direction (a). To
decrease the brake lever free play,
turn the adjusting screw in direc-
1. Clutch lever free play adjusting nut
(crankcase)
2. Locknut (crankcase)
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(b)

1. Locknut
2. Brake lever free play adjusting screw
3. Brake lever free play
(a)
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Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals
The operation of the brake and shift
pedals should be checked before each
ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
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Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers
Brake lever
Clutch lever
The operation of the brake and clutch
levers should be checked before each
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease

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ride, and the lever pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.

EAU23202
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand
The operation of the sidestand should
be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
WARNING

EWA10731
If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the sidestand could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-
sulting in a possible loss of control.
EAU23250
Lubricating the rear
suspension
The pivoting points of the rear suspen-
sion must be lubricated at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
Recommended lubricants:
Brake lever:
Silicone grease
Clutch lever:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease

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SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:
Overall length:
2435 mm (95.9 in)
Overall width:
1000 mm (39.4 in)
Overall height:
1080 mm (42.5 in)
Seat height:
675 mm (26.6 in)
Wheelbase:
1685 mm (66.3 in)
Ground clearance:
145 mm (5.71 in)
Minimum turning radius:
3500 mm (137.8 in)
Weight:
With oil and fuel:
278.0 kg (613 lb)
Engine:
Engine type:
Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
V-type 2-cylinder
Displacement:
942.0 cm
3

Bore
×
stroke:
85.0
×
83.0 mm (3.35
×
3.27 in)
Compression ratio:
9.00 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump

Engine oil:
Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50,
SAE 15W-40, SAE 20W-40 or SAE
20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO stan-
dard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
3.70 L (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
4.00 L (4.23 US qt, 3.52 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline onlyFuel tank capacity:
17.0 L (4.49 US gal, 3.74 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:
Throttle body:
Type/quantity:
ACW35/1
Spark plug (s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CPR7EA-9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc
Transmission:
Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
72/43 (1.674)
Secondary reduction system:
Belt drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
70/30 (2.333)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
46/15 (3.067)
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50

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
I
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
P
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