2000 YAMAHA XVS1100 light

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/Steering lock ................................................................... 3-1
Indicator lights .................................................................................... 3-2
Speedometer...................................................................................... 3-3
Antitheft alarm (optional) .................................................................... 3-4
Handlebar switches ............................................................................ 3-4
Clutch lever ........................................................................................ 3-5
Shift pedal .......................................................................................... 3-6
Front brake lever................................................................................. 3-6
Rear brake pedal ................................................................................ 3-6
Fuel tank cap...................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel .................................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel cock ............................................................................................ 3-8
Starter (choke) “ ” .......................................................................... 3-9
Seats ................................................................................................ 3-10
Helmet holder ................................................................................... 3-11
Storage compartment ...................................................................... 3-11
Rear shock absorber adjustment ..................................................... 3-13
Luggage strap holders ..................................................................... 3-15
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
handlebars all the way to the left. While
pushing the key into the main switch,
turn it from “OFF” to “LOCK” and re-
move 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. Oil level indicator light “ ”
This indicator light will come on if the oil
level is low. To check that the oil level
indicator light is working properly:
Turn the main switch to “ON”. If the oil
level indicator light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
electrical circuit.
NOTE:@ Even if the oil is filled to the specified
level, the oil level indicator light may
flicker when riding on a slope or during
sudden acceleration or deceleration,
but this is normal. @
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2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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3. Turn indicator light “ ”
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
1. Oil level indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
3. Turn indicator light “ ”
4. Engine trouble indicator light “ ”
5. High beam indicator light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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4. 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.
To check that the engine trouble indica-
tor light is working properly:
Turn the main switch to “ON”. If the en-
gine trouble indicator light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer in-
spect the electrical circuit.
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5. High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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SpeedometerThis speedometer is equipped with an
odometer and a trip meter. Pushing the
“TRIP” button will change the display
from one to the other. When set to
“ODO”, it indicates the motorcycle’s to-
tal mileage. When set to “TRIP”, it indi-
cates the motorcycle’s mileage since
the trip meter was last reset. Use the
trip meter to estimate 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
“TRIP” button until it displays “TRIP”,
then push it once again 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 speed limiter, which pre-
vents the engine speed from exceed-
ing approximately 6,800 r/min and the
vehicle from exceeding a top riding
speed of approximately 175 km/h. @
1. Trip button
2. Odometer/Trip meter
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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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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. Horn switch “ ”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
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4. 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.
1. Pass switch “ ”
2. Dimmer switch
3. Horn switch “ ”
4. Turn signal switch
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. 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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2. 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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3. Start switch “ ”
The starter motor cranks the engine
when pushing the start switch.
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CAUTION:@ See starting instructions prior to
starting the engine. @
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Clutch leverThe clutch lever is located on the left
handlebar, and the ignition circuit cut-
off system is incorporated in the clutch
lever holder. Pull the clutch lever to the
handlebar to disengage the clutch, and
release the lever to engage the clutch.
The lever should be pulled rapidly and
released slowly for smooth clutch oper-
ation. (Refer to the engine starting pro-
cedures for a description of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)
1. Engine stop switch
2. Lights switch
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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.Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
Fuel• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.3-7 ~ 3-8
Lights, signals and switches• Check for proper operation. 6-27 ~ 6-28 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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51. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
2. Turn the main switch to “ON” and
the engine stop switch to “ ”.
3. Shift transmission into neutral.
NOTE:@ When the transmission is in neutral, the
neutral indicator light should be on. If
the light does not come on, ask a
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4. Turn on the starter (choke) and
completely close the throttle grip.
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.NOTE:@ If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, then
try again. Each attempt should be as
short as possible to preserve the bat-
tery. Do not crank the engine more
than 10 seconds on any one attempt. @
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CAUTION:@ The oil level indicator light should
come on for 2 to 3 seconds when the
main switch is turned to “ON” and
then should go off. If the indicator
light flickers or remains on, immedi-
ately stop the engine and check the
engine oil level and for oil leakage. If
necessary, fill the engine with oil
and check to see that the oil level in-
dicator light goes off. If the light
does not go off even with sufficient
oil in the crankcase or the light does
not come on when the main switch
is turned to “ON”, consult a Yamaha
dealer. @
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