check oil YAMAHA XVS950 2010 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-22
6
EAU23251
Lubricating the rear suspen-
sion The pivoting points of the rear suspen-
sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
EAU23272
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.
[EWA10751]
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
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-26
6 4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAU48511
Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10650
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
1
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7 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.
[EWA10951]
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 the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/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
6-23.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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INDEX
AAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-11
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-30BBattery .................................................. 6-23
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-20
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-20
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-18
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-17
Brake lever ........................................... 3-11
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-15
Brake light switches .............................. 6-16
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-11CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-19
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-13
Clutch lever........................................... 3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-14DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-18EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-8
Engine stop switch.................................. 3-9
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-5FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-16
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-22
Fuel....................................................... 3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3Fuel level warning light............................ 3-4
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-25
HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-8
Hazard switch.......................................... 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-26
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-15
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ............................................. 3-9IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-17
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-5
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-29MMain 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 .......................... 3-5NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanel, removing and installing ................ 6-7
Parking ....................................................5-4Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-9
RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-22
RESET switch ....................................... 3-10
Rider seat ............................................. 3-14SSafety information ................................... 1-1
SELECT switch ....................................... 3-9
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-10
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-15
Sidestand .............................................. 3-17
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-21
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-7
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-9
Steering, checking ................................ 6-23
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-30
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-21TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-27
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-12
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-19
Tires ...................................................... 6-12
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-31
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-32
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-28
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-9
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