warning YAMAHA XVS950CU 2016 Owner's Guide

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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6
EAU23285
Checkin g the steerin gWorn 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
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Raise the front wheel off the ground. (See page 6-32.)
WARNING! To avoi d injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
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 steer-
ing.
EAU23292
Checkin g the wheel b earingsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAU50211
BatteryThe battery is located under the rider
seat. (See page 3-15.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
EWA10761
 Electrolyte is poisonous an d
d an gerous since it contains sul-
furic aci d, which causes severe1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Battery
3. Negative battery lead (black)
1
2
3
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6
For ABS mo
dels For ABS mo dels
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows. 1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a hi gher ampera ge
ratin g than recommen ded to avoi
d causin g extensive dam-
a g e to the electrical system an d
possi bly a fire.
[EWA15132]
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
1. Fuse box
2. Main fuse
3. Starter relay cover
4. ABS motor fuse
5. ABS motor spare fuse
3
2
1
4
5
1. Ignition fuse
2. ABS control unit fuse
3. Signaling system fuse
4. Parking lighting fuse
5. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-tem)
6. Headlight fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. Fuel injection system fuse
9. ABS solenoid fuse
2 1
4
5
6
7
789
3
Specified
fuses:
Main fuse: 40.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
ABS motor fuse: For ABS models 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
For ABS models 15.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: For ABS models 7.5 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
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6
EAU25852
Trou bleshootin gAlthough Yamaha motorcycles receive
a thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur
during operation. Any problem in the
fuel, compression, or ignition systems,
for example, can cause poor starting
and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting chart
represents a quick and easy procedure
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your motorcycle
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the motorcycle
properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look
like Yamaha parts, but they are often
inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWA15142
When checkin g the fuel system, do
not smoke, an d make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, inclu din g pilot lig hts from water heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
g
asoline vapors can i gnite or ex-
plod e, causin g severe injury or prop-
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Motorcycle care and stora ge
7-3
7 3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted and chrome-plat- ed surfaces. Avoid combination
cleaner waxes, many of which
contain abrasives that may mar
the paint or protective finish.
7. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA11132
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.  Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
 If necessary, clean the brake
d iscs an d b rake linin gs with a
re gular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, an d wash the tires with
warm water an d a mil d d eter-
g ent. Before ri din g at hi gher speed
s, test the motorcycle’s
b rakin g performance an d cor-
nerin g b ehavior.
NOTICE
ECA10951
 Apply spray oil an d wax spar-
in gly an d make sure to wipe off
any excess.
 Never apply oil or wax to the
drive belt.
 Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber an d plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitab le care
prod uct.
 Avoi d usin g a brasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.TIP Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
 Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
EAU26283
Stora geShort-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the mo-
torcycle.NOTICE
ECA10811
 Storin g the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilate d room or cover-
in g it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water an d humi d-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
 To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles (b ecause
of the presence of ammonia)
an d areas where stron g chemi-
cals are store d.Lon g-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter.
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7
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to protect 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 elec-
trodes are grounded. (This will
limit sparking 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-
a g e or injury from sparkin g,
make sure to groun d the
spark plu g electro des while
turning the en gine over.
[EWA10952]
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
6-25.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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Specifications
8-3
8
Neutral indicator light:LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Oil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED
Fuel level warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light: For ABS models LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LEDFuse(s):Main fuse:40.0 A
Headlight fuse: 20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse: 15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: For ABS models 7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: For ABS models 30.0 A ABS solenoid fuse:
For ABS models 15.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
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Index
AABS (for ABS models) .......................... 3-11
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-4
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-30BBattery .................................................. 6-25
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating........................................... 6-23
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-22
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-20
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-19
Brake lever............................................ 3-10
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-17
Brake light switches ............................. 6-18
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-10
Brake/tail light....................................... 6-31CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-21
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-14
Clutch lever............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-16DDimmer switch........................................ 3-8
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-21EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ................................. 3-8
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-18
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-24
Fuel ...................................................... 3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light........................... 3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ........ 3-14
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-27HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-8
Hazard switch ........................................ 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-29
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-3
Horn switch ............................................ 3-8IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-18
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-3LLicense plate light ................................ 6-32MMain switch ............................................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system ................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-5NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-3
OOil level warning light .............................. 3-3PPanel, removing and installing ................ 6-8
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Pass switch............................................. 3-8RRESET switch ......................................... 3-9
Rider seat.............................................. 3-15SSafety information................................... 1-1
SELECT switch ....................................... 3-9
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................. 3-10
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................. 3-16
Sidestand.............................................. 3-17
Sidestand, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-23
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-8
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-8
Steering, checking ................................ 6-25
Steering lock ......................................... 3-15
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-32
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-24TThrottle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-22
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-13
Tires ...................................................... 6-14
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