2000 YAMAHA XVS1100 air filter

DESCRIPTION
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Right view8. Oil filter (page 6-9)
9. Battery (page 6-23)
10. Main fuse (page 6-25)
11. Main switch/Steering lock (page 3-1)
12. Air filter (page 6-10)
13. Rear brake pedal (page 3-6)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Tool kit................................................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication ................... 6-2
Panel removal and installation .............................. 6-5
Panel A ................................................................. 6-5
Spark plugs........................................................... 6-6
Engine oil .............................................................. 6-7
Final gear oil ......................................................... 6-9
Air filter ............................................................... 6-10
Carburetor adjustment ........................................ 6-11
Idle speed adjustment ........................................ 6-11
Throttle cable free play inspection ...................... 6-12
Valve clearance adjustment ................................ 6-12
Tires .................................................................... 6-13
Wheels ................................................................ 6-15
Clutch lever free play adjustment........................ 6-15
Front brake lever free play adjustment ................ 6-16
Rear brake pedal height adjustment ................... 6-17
Brake light switch adjustment ............................. 6-17Checking the front and rear brake pads ............. 6-18
Inspecting the brake fluid level ........................... 6-19
Brake fluid replacement ..................................... 6-20
Cable inspection and lubrication ........................ 6-20
Throttle cable and grip lubrication ...................... 6-20
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ........................ 6-21
Brake and clutch lever lubrication ...................... 6-21
Sidestand lubrication.......................................... 6-21
Front fork inspection ........................................... 6-22
Steering inspection ............................................ 6-22
Wheel bearings .................................................. 6-23
Battery................................................................ 6-23
Fuse replacement .............................................. 6-25
Headlight bulb replacement ............................... 6-27
Turn signal and taillight bulb replacement .......... 6-28
Troubleshooting .................................................. 6-29
Troubleshooting chart ......................................... 6-30
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EAU00473
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
CP-01ENO. 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 for cracks or damage.
• Replace if necessary.ÖÖ
2*Fuel filter• Check condition.
• Replace if necessary.Ö
3 Spark plugs• Check condition.
• Clean, regap or replace if necessary.ÖÖÖ
4*Valves• Check valve clearance.
• Adjust if necessary.ÖÖÖ
5 Air filter• Clean or replace if necessary.ÖÖ
6Clutch• Check operation.
• Adjust or replace cable.ÖÖÖ
7*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
8*Rear 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*Wheels• Check balance, runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
• Tighten spokes and rebalance, replace if necessary.ÖÖ
10*Tires• Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.ÖÖ
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*Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or damage.
• Replace if necessary. ÖÖ
12*Swingarm• Check swingarm pivoting point for play.
• Correct if necessary.
• Lubricate with molybdenum disulfide grease every 24,000 km or
24 months (whichever comes first).ÖÖ
13*Steering bearings• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
• Correct accordingly.
• Lubricate with lithium soap base grease every 24,000 km
or 24 months (whichever comes first).ÖÖ
14*Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.ÖÖ
15 Sidestand• Check operation.
• Lubricate and repair if necessary.ÖÖ
16*Sidestand switch• Check operation.
• Replace if necessary.ÖÖÖ
17*Front fork• Check operation and for oil leakage.
• Correct accordingly.ÖÖ
18*Rear shock absorber
assembly• Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.
• Replace shock absorber assembly if necessary. ÖÖ
19*Carburetors• Check engine idling speed, synchronization and starter operation.
• Adjust if necessary.ÖÖÖ
20 Engine oil• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
• Correct if necessary.
• Change. (Warm engine before draining.)ÖÖÖ
21 Engine oil filter element•Replace.ÖÖ 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)
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* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, they should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
EAU02970
NOTE:@ l
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
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Hydraulic brake system
• When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper, always replace the brake fluid. Check the brake fluid level regu-
larly and fill as required.
• Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper every two years.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged.
@22 Final gear oil• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
• Change oil at initial 1,000 km and thereafter every 24,000 km
or 24 months (whichever comes first).ÖÖÖ 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)
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6 2. With the engine stopped, check
the oil level through the level win-
dow located at the lower part of
the left side crankcase cover.
NOTE:@ Wait a few minutes until the oil level
settles before checking. @3. The oil level should be between
the maximum and minimum
marks. If the level is low, fill the en-
gine with sufficient oil to the speci-
fied level.Engine oil replacement
1. Warm up the engine for a few min-
utes.
2. Stop the engine. Place an oil pan
under the engine and remove the
oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain bolt and drain
the oil.
4. Reinstall the drain bolt and tighten
it to the specified torque.5. Fill the engine with sufficient rec-
ommended oil. Install the oil filler
cap and tighten it.
EC000066
CAUTION:@ l
Do not put in any chemical addi-
tives. Engine oil also lubricates
the clutch and additives could
cause clutch slippage.
l
Be sure no foreign material en-
ters the crankcase.
@
1. Engine oil filler cap
1. Engine oil drain boltTightening torque:
Drain bolt:
43 Nm (4.3 m·kg)
Recommended oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
3.6 L
Periodic oil change:
3.0 L
With oil filter replacement:
3.1 L
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66. Start the engine and warm it up for
a few minutes. While warming up,
check for oil leakage. If oil leakage
is found, stop the engine immedi-
ately and check for the cause.
NOTE:@ After the engine is started, the oil level
indicator light should go off if oil is filled
to the specified level. @
EC000067
CAUTION:@ If the indicator light flickers or re-
mains on, immediately stop the en-
gine and consult with a Yamaha
dealer. @Engine oil filter replacement
It is recommended that the oil filter be
changed by an authorized Yamaha
dealer due to necessary disassembly
of components that is only covered in
the service manual.
EAU02943
Final gear oil
EW000066
WARNING
@ Do not let foreign material enter the
final gear case. Be sure oil does not
get on the tire or wheel. @Oil level inspection
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
place and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. The engine should be cool at
ambient temperature.2. Remove the oil filler bolt and
check the oil level. The oil level
should be at the brim of the filler
hole. Add the recommended oil if
necessary.
Oil replacement
1. Place an oil pan under the final
gear case.
2. Remove the oil filler bolt and drain
bolt to drain the oil.
3. Install and tighten the drain bolt to
the specified torque.
4. Fill the gear case to the brim of the
filler hole with the recommended
oil.1. Final gear oil drain bolt
2. Final gear oil filler bolt
3. Proper level
Tightening torque:
Drain bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kg)
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NOTE:@ “GL-4” is a quality and additive rating.
Hypoid gear oils rated “GL-5” or “GL-6”
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.
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Air filterThe 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 air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
2. Remove the air filter.3. Tap the air filter lightly to remove
most of the dust and dirt. Blow out
the remaining dirt with com-
pressed air as shown. If the air fil-
ter is damaged, replace it. Final gear case capacity:
0.2 L
Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
If desired, an SAE 80W90 hypoid
gear oil may be used for all condi-
tions.
Tightening torque:
Oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kg)1. Case cover
2. Screw (´ 3)
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