2000 YAMAHA XV535 fuel

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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Your motorcycleÕs fuel consumption
depends to a large extent on your
riding style. The following tips can help
reduce fuel consumption:
lWarm up the engine before riding.
lTurn off the starter (choke) as
soon as possible.
lShift up swiftly and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
lDo not double-clutch or rev the en-
gine while shifting down and avoid
high engine speeds with no load
on the engine.
lTurn off the engine instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time, i.e. in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or railroad crossings.
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Engine break-in
There is never a more important period
in the life of your motorcycle than the
period between zero and 1,000 km. For
this reason we ask that you carefully
read the following material. Because
the engine is brand new, you must not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1,000 km. The various parts in the en-
gine wear and polish themselves to the
correct operating clearances. During
this period, prolonged full throttle oper-
ation, or any condition which might re-
sult in excessive heating of the engine,
must be avoided.
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0 ~ 150 km
Avoid operation above 1/3 throttle.
Stop the engine and let it cool for 5 to
10 minutes after every hour of opera-
tion. Vary the speed of the motorcycle
from time to time. Do not operate it at
one set throttle position.
150 ~ 500 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
1/2 throttle. Rev the motorcycle freely
through the gears, but do not use full
throttle at any time.
500 ~ 1,000 km
Avoid cruising speeds in excess of
3/4 throttle.
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CAUTION:
After 1,000 km of operation, be sure
to replace the engine oil, oil filter
and final gear oil.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
NO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL
(1,000 km)EVERY
6,000 km
or
6 months
(whichever
comes first)12,000 km
or
12 months
(whichever
comes first)
1
*Fuel line¥ Check fuel hoses and vacuum hose for cracks or damage.
¥ Replace if necessary.ÖÖ
2 Spark plugs¥ Check condition.
¥ Clean, regap or replace if necessary.ÖÖÖ
3
*Fuel filter¥ Check condition.
¥ Replace if necessary.Ö
4
*Valves¥ Check valve clearance.
¥ Adjust if necessary.ÖÖÖ
5 Air filter¥ Clean or replace if necessary.ÖÖ
6
*Battery¥ Check electrolyte level and specific gravity.
¥ Correct or recharge if necessary.
¥ Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.ÖÖ
7Clutch¥ Check operation.
¥ Adjust or replace cable.ÖÖÖ
8
*Front brake¥ Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)
¥ Correct accordingly.
¥ Replace brake pads if necessary.ÖÖÖ
9
*Rear brake¥ Check operation.
¥ Adjust brake pedal free play and replace brake shoes if necessary.ÖÖÖ
10
*Wheels¥ Check balance, runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
¥ Tighten spokes and rebalance, replace if necessary.ÖÖ

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NOTE:
ÒGL-4Ó is a quality and additive rating.
Hypoid gear oils rated ÒGL-5Ó or ÒGL-6Ó
may also be used.
5. Install and tighten the filler bolt to
the specified torque.
6. After replacing the final gear oil, be
sure to check for oil leakage. Final gear case capacity:
0.19 L
Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
If desired, an SAE 80W90 hypoid
gear oil may be used for all
conditions.
Tightening torque:
Oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 mákg)
1. Fuel tank
2. Bolt (´ 3)
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Air filter
The air filter should be cleaned at the
specified intervals. It should be cleaned
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the seats. (See page 3-7
for seat removal and installation
procedures.)
2. Remove the fuel tank bolts.
1. Screw
3. Lift the front of the fuel tank up-
ward and position it away from the
air filter. (Do not remove the fuel
tank.)
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lSupport the fuel tank carefully
during this procedure.
lDo not tilt the fuel tank too
much or pull it too hard be-
cause the fuel hose connec-
tions may become loose
causing fuel leakage.
4. Remove the air filter case cover
screw.

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1. Washer
2. Rubber damper
3. Spacer
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Make sure that the fuel hoses and
vacuum hose are properly connect-
ed, in place and not pinched. If a
hose is damaged, be sure to replace
it.
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CAUTION:
When reinstalling the fuel tank hold-
ing bolts, make sure that the wash-
ers, damper rubbers and spacers
are positioned properly.
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Carburetor adjustment
The carburetors are important parts of
the engine and require very sophisti-
cated adjustment. Most adjustments
should be left to a Yamaha dealer who
has the professional knowledge and
experience to do so. However, the idle
speed may be adjusted by the owner
as part of routine maintenance.
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CAUTION:
The carburetors were set at the
Yamaha factory after many tests. If
they are changed, poor engine per-
formance and damage may result.

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Valve clearance adjustment
The correct valve clearance changes
with use, resulting in improper fuel/air
supply or engine noise. To prevent this,
the valve clearance must be adjusted
regularly. This adjustment however,
should be left to a professional
Yamaha service technician.
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Tires
To ensure maximum performance,
long service, and safe operation, note
the following:
Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire pres-
sure before operating the motorcycle.
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Tire inflation pressure should be
checked and adjusted when the
temperature of the tire equals the
ambient air temperature. Tire infla-
tion pressure must be adjusted ac-
cording to total weight of cargo,
rider, passenger, and accessories
(fairing, saddlebags, etc. if approved
for this model), and vehicle speed.
Maximum load*220 kg (except for CH, A)
218 kg (for CH, A)
Cold tire pressure Front Rear
Up to 90 kg200 kPa
(2.00 kg/cm
2,
2.00 bar)225 kPa
(2.25 kg/cm2,
2.25 bar)
90 kg load ~
Maximum load*200 kPa
(2.00 kg/cm
2,
2.00 bar)250 kPa
(2.50 kg/cm2,
2.50 bar)
* Load is the total weight of cargo, rider, passenger
and accessories.

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1
1. Screw (´ 2)
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Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement
1. Remove the screws and the lense.
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1. Bulb (´ 2)
2. Push the bulb inward and turn it
counterclockwise.
3. Place a new bulb in the socket.
Push the bulb inward and turn it
clockwise until it engages into the
socket.
4. Install the lense and the screws.
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CAUTION:
Do not over-tighten the screws as
the lense may break.
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Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha motorcycles receive
a rigid inspection before shipment from
the factory, trouble may occur during
operation.
Any problem in the fuel, compression,
or ignition systems can cause poor
starting and loss of power. The trouble-
shooting chart describes a quick, easy
procedure for making checks.
If your motorcycle requires any repair,
bring it to a Yamaha dealer. The skilled
technicians at a Yamaha dealership
have the tools, experience, and know-
how to properly service your motor-
cycle. Use only genuine Yamaha parts
on your motorcycle. Imitation parts may
look like Yamaha parts, but they are of-
ten inferior. Consequently, they have a
shorter service life and can lead to ex-
pensive repair bills.

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Troubleshooting chart
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Never check the fuel system while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame.
Check if there is fuel
in the fuel tank.
1. FuelEnough fuel.
No fuel.Go to compression check.
Supply fuel.
Use electric starter.
2. CompressionThere is compression.
No compression.Go to ignition check.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect.
Remove spark
plugs and
check electrode.
3. IgnitionWet.
Dry.Wipe clean with dry cloth and correct
spark gap or replace spark plugs.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect.
Engine doesnÕt start, go to battery
check.
Open throttle half-way and start
the engine.
Use the electric starter.
4. BatteryEngine turns over
quickly.
Engine turns over
slowly.Battery good.
Check fluid, recharge,
check connections.
Engine doesnÕt start, ask a Yamaha
dealer to inspect.
Engine doesnÕt start, go to compression check.

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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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CAUTION:
lAvoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If you do use such
products for hard-to-remove
dirt, do not leave it on any long-
er than instructed, then thor-
oughly rinse it off with water,
immediately dry the area and
apply a corrosion protection
spray.
lImproper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use
only a soft, clean cloth or
sponge with mild detergent and
water to clean plastic.
lDo not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
lDo not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel bearings,
swingarm bearings, forks and
brakes), electric components
(couplers, connectors, instru-
ments, switches and lights),
breather hoses and vents.
lFor motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning
compounds for plastic may
leave scratches on the wind-
shield. Test the product on a
small hidden part of the wind-
shield to make sure they do not
leave any marks. If the wind-
shield is scratched, use a quali-
ty plastic polishing compound
after washing.
After riding in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on the
roads in the winter are extremely corro-
sive in combination with water, carry
out the following steps after each ride
in the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads. (Salt sprayed in the
winter may remain on the roads well
into spring.)