2000 YAMAHA XV125S maintenance

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DESCRIPTION .....................................................2-1
Left view............................................................2-1
Right view .........................................................2-2
Controls/Instruments .......................................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ........................................................3-1
Main switch ......................................................3-1
Indicator lights..................................................3-1
Speedometer ....................................................3-2
Handlebar switches..........................................3-2
Clutch lever .......................................................3-4
Shift pedal.........................................................3-4
Front brake lever ..............................................3-4
Rear brake pedal ..............................................3-5
Fuel tank cap.....................................................3-5
Fuel ....................................................................3-6
Fuel cock ...........................................................3-7
Starter (choke) “1” .........................................3-8
Steering lock .....................................................3-8
Seat ...................................................................3-9
Helmet holder ...................................................3-9
Rear shock absorber adjustment ..................3-10
Sidestand ........................................................3-10Sidestand/clutch switch operation check .....3-11
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS.................................4-1
Pre-operation check list ...................................4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................................5-1
Starting the engine ..........................................5-1
Starting a warm engine ...................................5-3
Shifting..............................................................5-4
Recommended shift point
(for Switzerland only) ......................................5-4
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ...............5-5
Engine break-in ................................................5-5
Parking ..............................................................5-6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR ................................................................6-1
Tool kit ..............................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication............6-3
Panel removal and installation .......................6-6
Panel A ..............................................................6-6
Panel B ..............................................................6-7
Spark plugs .......................................................6-8
Engine oil ..........................................................6-9
Air filter ...........................................................6-12
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Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and
freedom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best
motorcycle does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving your motorcycle’s value and operat-
ing condition. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good perfor-
mance depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and
alcohol is, of course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders - more than car drivers - must
always be at their mental and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of
alcohol, there is a tendency to take dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and
passengers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant
synthetic materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting hel-
met. Optimum protective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Though full-cov-
erage helmets and suits, in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcy-
clists will always be vulnerable. Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too
fast and are apt to take chances. This is even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motor-
cyclist rides safely, predictably and defensively - avoiding all dangers, including those caused
by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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If you are not familiar with motor-
cycle service, this work should be
done by a Yamaha dealer.
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EAU01175Tool kit
The tool kit is located behind panel
A. (See page 6-6 for panel removal
and installation procedures.) The
tools provided in the owner’s tool
kit are to assist you in the perfor-
mance of periodic maintenance.
However, some other tools such as
a torque wrench are also necessary
to perform the maintenance cor-
rectly.
The service information included in
this manual is intended to provide
you, the owner, with the necessary
information for completing some
of your own preventive mainte-
nance and minor repairs.
1. Tool kit
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Periodic inspection, adjustment
and lubrication will keep your
motorcycle in the safest and most
efficient condition possible. Safety
is an obligation of the motorcycle
owner. The maintenance and lubri-
cation schedule chart should be
considered strictly as a guide to
general maintenance and lubrica-
tion intervals.
YOU MUST TAKE INTO CONSID-
ERATION THAT WEATHER, TER-
RAIN, GEOGRAPHICAL LOCA-
TIONS, AND A VARIETY OF
INDIVIDUAL USES ALL TEND TO
DEMAND THAT EACH OWNER
ALTER THIS TIME SCHEDULE TO
SHORTER INTERVALS TO MATCH
THE ENVIRONMENT. The most
important points of motorcycle
inspection, adjustment, and lubri-
cation are explained in the follow-
ing pages.
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If you do not have necessary tools
required during a service opera-
tion, take your motorcycle to a
Yamaha dealer for service.
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Modifications to this motorcycle
not approved by Yamaha may
cause loss of performance, and
render it unsafe for use. Consult a
Yamaha dealer before attempting
any changes.
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Every
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No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL or or
1,000 km 6 months 12 months
(Whichever (Whichever
comes first) comes first)
1 * Fuel line 9Check fuel hoses and vacuum hose for cracks or damage.
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9Replace if necessary.
2 Spark plugs9Check condition.
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9Clean, regap or replace if necessary.
3 * Valves 9Check valve clearance.
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9Adjust if necessary.
4 Air filter9Clean or replace if necessary.ÖÖ
9Check electrolyte level and specific gravity.
5 * Battery9Correct or recharge if necessary.ÖÖ
9Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.
6 Clutch9Check operation.
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9Adjust or replace cable.
9Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
7 * Front brake (See NOTE on page 6-5.)
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9Correct accordingly.
9Replace brake pads if necessary.
8 * Rear brake 9Check operation.
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9Adjust brake pedal freeplay and replace brake shoes if necessary.
9 * Wheels 9Check balance, runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
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9Tighten spokes and rebalance, replace if necessary.”
9Check tread depth and for damage.
10 * Tires9Replace if necessary.
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9Check air pressure.
9Correct if necessary.
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Every
Every
6,000 km 12,000 km
No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL or or
1,000 km 6 months 12 months
(Whichever (Whichever
comes first) comes first)
11 * Wheel bearings9Check bearing for looseness or damage.
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9Replace if necessary.
9Check swingarm pivoting point for play.
12 * Swingarm9Correct if necessary.
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9Lubricate with molybdenum disulfide grease every 24,000 km or
24 months (whichever comes first).
9Check chain slack.
Every 1,000 km and after washing
13 Drive chain9
Adjust if necessary. Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.the motorcycle or riding in the rain9Clean and lubricate.
9Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
14 * Steering bearings9Correct accordingly.
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9Lubricate with lithium soap base grease every 24,000 km or
24 months (whichever comes first).
15 * Chassis fasteners9Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
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9Tighten if necessary.
16 Sidestand9Check operation.
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9Lubricate and repair if necessary.
17 * Sidestand switch9Check operation.
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9Replace if necessary.
18 * Front fork9Check operation and for oil leakage.
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9Correct accordingly.
19 *Rear shock absorber 9Check operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.
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assemblies9Replace shock absorber assembly if necessary.
20 * Carburetor9Check engine idling speed and starter operation.
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9Adjust if necessary.
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8The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
8Hydraulic brake system
8When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper, always replace the brake fluid. Check the brake fluid
level regularly and fill as required.
8Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper every two years.
8Replace the brake hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged.
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, they should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Every
Every
6,000 km 12,000 km
No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL or or
1,000 km 6 months 12 months
(Whichever (Whichever
comes first) comes first)
9Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
21 Engine oil9Correct if necessary.ÖÖÖ
9Change. (Warm engine before draining.)
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Engine oil filter element9Replace.ÖÖ
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EAU01122Panel removal and
installation
The panels illustrated need to be
removed to perform some of the
maintenance described in this
chapter.
Refer to this section each time a
panel has to be removed or rein-
stalled.
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To remove
Pull outward on the rear of the
panel, then slide it forward to
unhook it in the front.
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