2000 YAMAHA XT500E steering

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DESCRIPTION
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14.Clutch lever (page 3-4, 6-18)
15.Left handlebar switches (page 3-3)
16.Speedometer (page 3-2)
17.Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
18.Tachometer (page 3-3)19.Right handlebar switches (page 3-4)
20.Front brake lever (page 3-5, 6-18)
21.Throttle grip (page 6-24)
22.Fuel tank cap (page 3-6)
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Controls/Instruments
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONSMain switch/steering lock.......................................................................3-1
Indicator lights.......................................................................................3-2
Speedometer.........................................................................................3-2
Tachometer...........................................................................................3-3
Handlebar switches...............................................................................3-3
Clutch lever............................................................................................3-4
Shift pedal..............................................................................................3-5
Front brake lever...................................................................................3-5
Rear brake pedal...................................................................................3-5
Fuel tank cap.........................................................................................3-6
Fuel........................................................................................................3-6
Fuel cock...............................................................................................3-7
Starter (choke) Ò
1Ó...............................................................................3-8
Seat.......................................................................................................3-9
Helmet holder........................................................................................3-9
Rear shock absorber adjustment.........................................................3-10
Sidestand.............................................................................................3-11
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check.............................................3-12
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ON
OFF
LOCK
P
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Main switch/steering lockThe main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on.
The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left. With the
key at ÒOFFÓ, push it into the main
switch and release it, turn it counter-
clockwise to ÒLOCKÓ and remove it.
To release the lock, turn the key to
"OFF".
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wNever turn the key to ÒOFFÓ or
ÒLOCKÓ when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result
in loss of control or an accident.
Be sure the motorcycle is stopped
before turning the key to ÒOFFÓ or
ÒLOCKÓ.
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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary light
come on but all other circuits are off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to Ò
.
Ó.
Do not use this position for an
extended length of time as the bat-
tery may discharge.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Push2.Turn
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Tool kit ...................................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ...........6-3
Cowling and panel removal and installation...........6-6
Cowling A ...............................................................6-7
Panel A, B ..............................................................6-7
Spark plug ..............................................................6-8
Engine oil .............................................................6-10
Air filter .................................................................6-12
Carburetor adjustment .........................................6-13
Idle speed adjustment ..........................................6-14
Throttle cable free play adjustment ......................6-14
Valve clearance adjustment .................................6-15
Tires .....................................................................6-15
Wheels .................................................................6-17
Clutch lever free play adjustment.........................6-18
Front brake lever free play adjustment ................6-18
Rear brake pedal height adjustment ....................6-19
Brake light switch adjustment ..............................6-20
Checking the front and rear brake pads...............6-20
Inspecting the brake fluid level.............................6-21
Brake fluid replacement .......................................6-22
Drive chain slack check .......................................6-22
Drive chain slack adjustment ...............................6-23Drive chain lubrication............................................6-23
Cable inspection and lubrication ............................6-24
Throttle cable and grip lubrication ..........................6-24
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ............................6-25
Brake and clutch lever lubrication ..........................6-25
Sidestand lubrication..............................................6-25
Rear suspension lubrication...................................6-26
Front fork inspection ..............................................6-26
Steering inspection ................................................6-27
Wheel bearings ......................................................6-27
Battery....................................................................6-28
Fuse replacement ..................................................6-29
Headlight bulb replacement ...................................6-29
Turn signal light bulb replacement .........................6-31
Taillight bulb replacement ......................................6-32
Supporting the motorcycle .....................................6-32
Front wheel removal ..............................................6-33
Front wheel installation ..........................................6-34
Rear wheel removal ...............................................6-35
Rear wheel installation ...........................................6-36
Troubleshooting .....................................................6-36
Troubleshooting chart ............................................6-37
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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*Wheels¥Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
¥Tighten spokes if necessary.ÖÖÖÖ
10*Tires¥Check tread depth and for damage.
¥Replace if necessary.
¥Check air pressure.
¥Correct if necessary.ÖÖÖÖ
11*Wheel bearings¥Check bearing for looseness or damage.ÖÖÖÖ
12*Swingarm¥Check operation and for excessive play.ÖÖÖÖ
13Drive chain¥Check chain slack.
¥Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.
¥Clean and lubricate.Every 500 km and after washing
the motorcycle or riding in the rain.
14*Steering bearings¥Check bearing play and steering for roughness.ÖÖÖÖÖ
¥Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Every 20,000 km
15*Chassis fasteners¥Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.ÖÖÖÖÖ
16Sidestand¥Check operation.
¥Lubricate.ÖÖÖÖÖ
17*Sidestand switch¥Check operation.ÖÖÖÖÖÖ
18*Front fork¥Check operation and for oil leakage.ÖÖÖÖ
19*Shock absorber
assembly¥Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.ÖÖÖÖ NO.ITEMCHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (´ 1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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wSecurely support the motorcycle
so there is no danger of it falling
over.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Wheel bearingsIf there is play in the front or rear
wheel hub or if the wheel does not
turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
inspect the wheel bearings.
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Steering inspectionPeriodically inspect the condition of
the steering. Worn out or loose steer-
ing bearings may be dangerous.
Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the ground.
Hold the lower end of the front forks
and try to move them forward and
backward. If any free play can be felt,
ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect and
adjust the steering. Inspection is eas-
ier if the front wheel is removed.
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Identification number
recordsRecord the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and
model label information in the spaces
provided for assistance when order-
ing spare parts from a Yamaha deal-
er or for reference in case the vehicle
is stolen.
1.KEY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
2.VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
3.MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
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Key identification numberThe key identification number is
stamped on the key tag.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided and use it for reference when
obtaining a new key.
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Vehicle identification
numberThe vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
cycle with the licensing authority in
your state.
1.Key identification number1.Vehicle identification number
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CONSUMER INFORMATION1
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INDEX
Front brake lever free play
adjustment..........................................6-18
Front fork inspection..............................6-26
Front wheel installation..........................6-34
Front wheel removal..............................6-33
Fuel.........................................................3-6
Fuel cock.................................................3-7
Fuel tank cap...........................................3-6
Fuse replacement..................................6-29
H
Handlebar switches.................................3-3
Dimmer switch......................................3-3
Engine stop switch................................3-4
Horn switch...........................................3-3
Lights switch.........................................3-3
Pass switch...........................................3-3
Start switch...........................................3-4
Turn signal switch.................................3-3
Headlight bulb replacement...................6-29
Helmet holder..........................................3-9
High beam indicator light.........................3-2
Horn switch..............................................3-3
How to use the conversion table.............9-3
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Identification number records..................9-1
Idle speed adjustment...........................6-14
Indicator lights.........................................3-2
High beam indicator light......................3-2
Neutral indicator light............................3-2
Turn indicator light................................3-2
Inspecting the brake fluid level..............6-21
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Key identification number........................9-1
L
Lights switch............................................3-3
M
Main switch/Steering lock........................3-1
Model label..............................................9-2
N
Neutral indicator light...............................3-2
P
Panel A, B...............................................6-7
Parking....................................................5-6
Pass switch.............................................3-3
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart....................................6-3
Pre-operation check list...........................4-1
R
Rear brake pedal.....................................3-5
Rear brake pedal height adjustment.....6-19
Rear shock absorber adjustment..........3-10
Rear suspension lubrication..................6-26
Rear wheel installation..........................6-36
Rear wheel removal..............................6-35
Recommended shift point
(for Switzerland only)............................5-4
S
Seat.........................................................3-9
Shift pedal ..............................................3-5
Shifting....................................................5-4
Sidestand..............................................3-11
Sidestand lubrication.............................6-25
A
Air filter..................................................6-12
B
Battery...................................................6-28
Brake and clutch lever lubrication.........6-25
Brake and shift pedal lubrication...........6-25
Brake fluid replacement.........................6-22
Brake light switch adjustment................6-20
C
Cable inspection and lubrication...........6-24
Carburetor adjustment...........................6-13
Care.........................................................7-1
Carrier (optional)...................................3-11
Checking the front and rear brake
pads....................................................6-20
Clutch lever.............................................3-4
Clutch lever free play adjustment..........6-18
Cowling A................................................6-7
Cowling and panel removal and
installation.............................................6-6
D
Description..............................................2-1
Dimmer switch.........................................3-3
Drive chain lubrication...........................6-23
Drive chain slack adjustment.................6-23
Drive chain slack check.........................6-22
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Engine break-in.......................................5-5
Engine oil...............................................6-10
Engine stop switch..................................3-4
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Front brake lever.....................................3-5
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