headlight bulb YAMAHA XVS950 2010 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 ............3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-5
Handlebar switches ........................3-8
Clutch lever ...................................3-10
Shift pedal .....................................3-10
Brake lever ...................................3-11
Brake pedal ..................................3-11
Fuel tank cap ................................3-11
Fuel ...............................................3-12
Catalytic converter ........................3-13
Rider seat .....................................3-14
Helmet holder ...............................3-15
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-15
Sidestand ......................................3-17
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-17FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-3
Removing and installing the
panel ........................................... 6-7
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-8
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-11
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-12
Valve clearance ............................ 6-12
Tires ............................................. 6-12
Cast wheels .................................. 6-14
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-14Adjusting the brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-15
Brake light switches ..................... 6-16
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-16
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-17
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-18
Drive belt slack ............................ 6-18
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-19
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-19
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-20
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-20
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-21
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-21
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-22
Checking the front fork ................. 6-22
Checking the steering .................. 6-23
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-23
Battery ......................................... 6-23
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-25
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-26
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb ........................................... 6-27
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-28U26PE1E0.book Page 1 Thursday, July 16, 2009 8:21 AM

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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6-27
63. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.5. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
TIPWhen installing the headlight bulb cov-
er, make sure the “TOP” mark faces up-
wards.6. Install the headlight unit by install-
ing the screws.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
EAU24133
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove the tail/brake light lens by
removing the screws.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
1. Headlight coupler
2. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight bulb holder
1
2
1
1.“TOP” mark
TOP
1
1. Screw
1
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6
EAU45222
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re-
place it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit. (See
page 6-26.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light socket
(together with the bulb) by pulling it
out.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the auxiliary light socket (to-
gether with the bulb) by pushing it
in.
6. Install the headlight unit.
EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
1
1. Auxiliary light bulb
1
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
4th:
34/27 (1.259)
5th:
25/24 (1.042)
Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle:
32.16 °
Trail:
145.0 mm (5.71 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
130/70-18M/C 63H
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G721 J
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D404FRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
170/70B16M/C 75H
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G722 J
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/K555Loading:Maximum load:
210 kg (463 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Loading condition:
90–210 kg (198–463 lb)
Front:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
18M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
16M/C x MT4.50Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brakeOperation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
135.0 mm (5.31 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
110.0 mm (4.33 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ14S
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 11.2 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55 W × 1
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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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