2000 YAMAHA XV1600A lock

DESCRIPTION
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Controls/Instruments1. Clutch lever (page 3-7)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6)
3. Speedometer (page 3-3)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-6)
6. Throttle grip (page 6-14)
7. Front brake lever (page 3-8)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................... 3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................... 3-2
Speedometer ........................................................ 3-3
Fuel gauge ............................................................ 3-4
Diagnosis device................................................... 3-4
Antitheft alarm (optional) ...................................... 3-4
Digital clock........................................................... 3-5
Handlebar switches .............................................. 3-6
Clutch lever ........................................................... 3-7
Shift pedal ............................................................. 3-7
Front brake lever ................................................... 3-8
Rear brake pedal .................................................. 3-8Fuel tank cap ....................................................... 3-9
Fuel ...................................................................... 3-9
Fuel tank breather hose ..................................... 3-10
Fuel cock ............................................................ 3-11
Starter (choke) knob .......................................... 3-12
Steering lock ...................................................... 3-12
Rider seat........................................................... 3-13
Helmet holder..................................................... 3-13
Adjusting rear shock absorber preload .............. 3-14
Sidestand ........................................................... 3-15
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-16
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3-INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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 po-
sition.
To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left. While push-
ing the key into the main switch, turn it
from “OFF” to “LOCK” and remove it.
To release the lock, turn the key to
“OFF” while pushing.
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WARNING
@ Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” 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 be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”. @1. Push
2. Turn
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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 position.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “ ”.
Do not use this position for an extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
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Indicator lights
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1. Fuel level indicator light “ ”
When the fuel level drops below ap-
proximately 3.5 L, this light will come
on. When this light comes on, switch
the fuel cock to “RES”. Then, fill the
tank at the first opportunity.
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2. High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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3. Turn indicator light “ ”
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
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4. Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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5. Engine trouble indicator light
“”
This indicator light will come on or flash
if trouble occurs in a monitoring circuit.
In such a case, take the motorcycle to a
Yamaha dealer to have the self-diag-
nostic systems checked.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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SpeedometerThis speedometer is equipped with an
odometer and a twin trip meter. Push-
ing the mode button (left) will change
the display from one mode to the other
as follows.In the odometer mode “ODO”, the
motorcycle’s total mileage is displayed.
In the trip meter modes “TRIP A” or
“TRIP B”, the motorcycle’s mileage
since the trip meter was last reset is
displayed. Use the trip meter to esti-
mate how far you can ride on a tank of
fuel. This information will enable you to
plan fuel stops in the future.
To reset the trip meter to 0, push the
mode button (left) until “TRIP A” or
“TRIP B” is displayed, then push the
set button (right) and hold it down for at
least one second.
NOTE:@ This motorcycle does not have a ta-
chometer. However, it is equipped with
an engine revolution limiter, which pre-
vents the engine revolution from ex-
ceeding approximately 4,400 r/min. @
1. Odometer/tripmeter/clock
2. Speedometer
3. Fuel gauge
4. Set button
5. Mode button
ODO TRIP A TRIP B
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Digital clockThis digital clock always shows the
time regardless of the main switch po-
sition.Setting the clock
1. Turn the main switch to “ON”.
2. Press both the set button (right)
and the mode button (left) simulta-
neously until the hours and min-
utes flash.
3. Push the left button and only the
hour display will flash.4. Push the right button to change
the hours.
5. Push the left button and only the
minute display will flash.
6. Push the right button to change
the minutes.
7. Push the left button and both the
hours and minutes will flash.
8. Push the right button for two sec-
onds to set the clock.1. Clock
2. Set button
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Fuel tank capTo remove
Slide the lock cover open, insert the
key and turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The
lock will be released and the cap can
be removed.
To install
Make sure the arrow mark on the tank
cap is facing forward, then push the
tank cap into position. Turn the key
counterclockwise to the original posi-
tion and remove it. Close the lock cov-
er.
NOTE:@ This tank cap cannot be closed unless
the key is in the lock. The key cannot
be removed if the cap is not locked
properly. @
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WARNING
@ Be sure the cap is properly installed
and locked in place before riding the
motorcycle. @
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FuelMake sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of
the filler tube as shown in the illustra-
tion.
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WARNING
@ Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid
spilling fuel on the hot engine. Do
not fill the fuel tank above the bot-
tom of the filler tube or it may over-
flow when the fuel heats up later and
expands. @1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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CAUTION:@ Always wipe off spilled fuel immedi-
ately with a dry and clean soft cloth.
Fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
es or plastic parts. @
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NOTE:@ If knocking or pinging occurs, use a dif-
ferent brand of gasoline or higher oc-
tane grade. @
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Fuel tank breather hoseThis model is equipped with a fuel tank
breather hose.
Before using this motorcycle:l
Check the hose connection.
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Check the hose for cracks or dam-
age and replace it if damaged.
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Make sure the end of the hose is
not blocked and clean it if neces-
sary. Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
20 L
Reserve:
3.5 L
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