2000 YAMAHA XVS1100 turn signal

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
EAU00109
Antitheft alarm (optional)An antitheft alarm can be equipped to
this motorcycle. Consult your Yamaha
dealer to obtain and install the alarm.
EAU00118
Handlebar switches
EAU00119
1. Pass switch “ ”
Press the switch to operate the passing
light.
EAU00121
2. Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
EAU00129
3. Horn switch “ ”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
EAU00127
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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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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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-28
6
EC000105
CAUTION:@ Avoid touching the glass part of a
bulb. Keep it free from oil; other-
wise, the transparency of the glass,
life of the bulb, and luminous flux
will be adversely affected. If oil gets
on a bulb, thoroughly clean it with a
cloth moistened with alcohol or lac-
quer thinner. @5. Install the bulb cover, connectors
and headlight unit. Ask a Yamaha
dealer to adjust the headlight
beam if necessary.
EAU00855
Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement1. Remove the screws and the lens.
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 lens and the screws.
EC000108
CAUTION:@ Do not over-tighten the screws as
the lens may break. @1. Screw (´ 2)
1. Screw (´ 2)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Headlight typeQuar tz bulb (halogen)
Bulb voltage, wattage ´ quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ´ 1
Auxiliary light 12 V, 4 W ´ 1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ´ 1
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ´ 4
Meter light 14 V, 1.4 W ´ 2
Oil level indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ´ 1
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ´ 1
Turn indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ´ 1
Engine trouble indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ´ 1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ´ 1
Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Signaling system fuse 10 A
Odometer fuse 5 A
Ignition fuse 10 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Carburetor heater fuse 15 A
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10-INDEXAAir filter .................................................. 6-10
Antitheft alarm (optional) ..........................3-4BBattery ................................................... 6-23
Brake and clutch lever lubrication........... 6-21
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ............ 6-21
Brake fluid replacement ......................... 6-20
Brake light switch adjustment ................. 6-17CCable inspection and lubrication ............ 6-20
Carburetor adjustment ........................... 6-11
Care.........................................................7-1
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .................................................... 6-18
Clutch lever ..............................................3-5
Clutch lever free play adjustment ........... 6-15
Controls/Instruments ................................2-3DDimmer switch ........................................... 3-4EEngine break-in........................................5-6
Engine oil .................................................6-7
Engine stop switch ...................................3-5
Engine trouble indicator light ....................3-3
FFinal gear oil ............................................ 6-9
Front brake lever ..................................... 3-6
Front brake lever free play adjustment ... 6-16
Front fork inspection .............................. 6-22
Fuel ......................................................... 3-7
Fuel cock ................................................. 3-8
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-7
Fuse replacement.................................. 6-25GGive safety the right of way ...................... 1-1HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-4
Dimmer switch ................................... 3-4
Engine stop switch ............................. 3-5
Horn switch ........................................ 3-4
Lights switch ...................................... 3-5
Pass switch ........................................ 3-4
Start switch ........................................ 3-5
Turn signal switch .............................. 3-4
Headlight bulb replacement ................... 6-27
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-11
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-3
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification number records................... 9-1
Idle speed adjustment ........................... 6-11
Indicator lights ......................................... 3-2
Engine trouble indicator light .............. 3-3
High beam indicator light ....................3-3
Neutral indicator light ..........................3-2
Oil level indicator light .........................3-2
Turn indicator light ..............................3-2
Inspecting the brake fluid level ...............6-19
KKey identification number .........................9-1LLeft view...................................................2-1
Lights switch ............................................3-5
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-15MMain switch/Steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level indicator light ..............................3-2PPanel A ....................................................6-5
Panel removal and installation..................6-5
Parking.....................................................5-7
Pass switch ..............................................3-4
Periodic maintenance and lubrication .......6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1
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INDEX
RRear brake pedal ..................................... 3-6
Rear brake pedal height adjustment ...... 6-17
Rear shock absorber adjustment ........... 3-13
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)............................. 5-5
Right view................................................ 2-2SSeats ..................................................... 3-10
Shifting .................................................... 5-5
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-6
Sidestand .............................................. 3-15
Sidestand/clutch switch operation
check .................................................. 3-16
Sidestand lubrication ............................. 6-21
Spark plugs ............................................. 6-6
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer ........................................... 3-3
Starter (choke) “ ”................................ 3-9
Starting a warm engine ............................ 5-4
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-5
Steering inspection ................................ 6-22
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-11TThrottle cable and grip lubrication .......... 6-20
Throttle cable free play inspection ......... 6-12
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .......... 5-6
Tires ...................................................... 6-13
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-29
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-30
Turn indicator light................................... 3-2
Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement ........................................ 6-28
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-4VValve clearance adjustment .................. 6-12
Vehicle identification number................... 9-1WWheel bearings ..................................... 6-23
Wheels .................................................. 6-15
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