2000 YAMAHA XV1600A light

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2-DESCRIPTIONLeft view1. Shift pedal (page 3-7)
2. Starter (choke) knob (page 3-12)
3. Fuel cock (page 3-11)
4. Rider seat (page 3-13)
5. Tool kit (page 6-1)6. Helmet holder (page 3-13)
7. Rear turn signal lights (page 6-31)
8. Tail/brake light (page 6-31)
9. Fuses (page 6-28)
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view10. Passenger footrest
11. Passenger seat
12. Fuel tank (page 3-9)
13. Fuel tank cap (page 3-9)
14. Headlight (page 6-29)
15. Front turn signal lights (page 6-31)16. Throttle stop screw (page 6-14)
17. Rear brake pedal (page 3-8)
18. Rider footrest
19. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting nut (page 3-14)
20. Muffler
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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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Fuel gaugeThe fuel gauge indicates the quantity of
the remaining gasoline in the tank. The
gauge needle moves from “F” (Full) to
“E” (Empty) as the fuel level decreases.
When the needle moves to the “E” po-
sition, add fuel as soon as possible.
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Diagnosis deviceThis model is equipped with a self-di-
agnosis device for the electrical cir-
cuits.
If some trouble should occur in a cir-
cuit, the engine trouble indicator light
will come on or the fuel indicator light
will start flashing.
To prevent engine damage, have your
motorcycle serviced by a Yamaha
dealer as soon as possible if either of
these conditions occur.
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CAUTION:@ To prevent engine damage, be sure
to consult a Yamaha dealer as soon
as possible if this occurs. @
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Antitheft alarm (optional)An antitheft alarm can be equipped to
this motorcycle. Consult your Yamaha
dealer to obtain and install the alarm.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Handlebar switches
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1. Pass switch “ ”
Press the switch to operate the passing
light.
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2. Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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3. Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push the
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push the switch to “ ”. Once the
switch is released it will return to the
center position. To cancel the signal,
push the switch in after it has returned
to the center position.
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4. Horn switch “ ”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
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5. Engine stop switch
The engine stop switch is a safety de-
vice for use in an emergency such as
when the motorcycle overturns or if
trouble occurs in the throttle system.
Turn the switch to “ ” to start the en-
gine. In case of emergency, turn the
switch to “ ” to stop the engine.
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6. Lights switch
Turning the light switch to “ ”,
turns on the auxiliary light, meter lights
and taillight. Turning the light switch to
“ ” turns the headlight on also.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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NOTE:Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be thoroughly accom-
plished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
WARNING
If any item in the PRE-OPERATION CHECK is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the motorcycle.Fuel• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.3-9 ~ 3-10
Lights, signals and
switches• Check for proper operation. 6-29 ~ 6-31 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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