2000 YAMAHA XVS1100A xvs 1100 a

DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments (XVS1100/XVS1100A)1. Clutch lever (page 3-5)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-4)
3. Starter (choke) lever “ ” (page 3-10)
4. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
5. Fuel tank cap (page 3-8)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-5)
7. Throttle grip (page 6-13)
8. Brake lever (page 3-6)
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Main switch/steering lock .................................................................. 3-1
Indicator lights ................................................................................... 3-2
Speedometer unit .............................................................................. 3-3
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................................................................. 3-4
Handlebar switches ........................................................................... 3-4
Clutch lever ....................................................................................... 3-5
Shift pedal (XVS1100)........................................................................ 3-6
Shift pedal (XVS1100A) ..................................................................... 3-6
Brake lever ........................................................................................ 3-6
Brake pedal ....................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel tank cap ..................................................................................... 3-8
Fuel ................................................................................................... 3-8
Fuel cock ........................................................................................... 3-9
Starter (choke) lever “ ” ............................................................... 3-10
Seats (XVS1100) ............................................................................ 3-11
Seats (XVS1100A) ........................................................................... 3-12
Helmet holder .................................................................................. 3-13
Storage compartment ..................................................................... 3-14
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly .......................................... 3-15
Luggage strap holders .................................................................... 3-18
Sidestand ........................................................................................ 3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........................................................... 3-19
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Shift pedal (XVS1100)The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 5-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.
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Shift pedal (XVS1100A)The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 5-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.NOTE:Use your toes or heel to shift up and
your toes to shift down.
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Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
1. Shift pedalXVS1100
1. Shift pedalXVS1100A
1. Brake lever
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Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.1. Brake pedalXVS1100
1. Brake pedalXVS1100A
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Seats (XVS1100) Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seatRemove the nut, and then pull the pas-
senger seat up.To install the passenger seat
Insert the projection on the front of the
passenger seat into the seat holder as
shown, place the seat in the original
position, and then install the nut.Rider seat
To remove the rider seat
1. Remove the passenger seat.
2. Remove the bolts and bracket,
and then pull the rider seat up.
1. NutXVS1100
1. Projection
2. Seat holderXVS1100
1. Bolt (´ 2)
2. BracketXVS1100
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To install the rider seat
1. Insert the projections on the front
of the rider seat into the seat hold-
ers as shown, and then place the
seat in the original position.
2. Install the removed bracket and
bolts.
3. Install the passenger seat.NOTE:@ Make sure that the seats are properly
secured before riding. @
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Seats (XVS1100A)Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seatRemove the bolt, and then pull the pas-
senger seat up.To install the passenger seat
Insert the projection on the front of the
passenger seat into the holder as
shown, place the seat in the original
position, and then install the bolt.
1. Projection (´ 2)
2. Seat holder (´ 2)XVS1100
1. BoltXVS1100A
1. Projection
2. Seat holderXVS1100A
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Rider seat
To remove the rider seat
1. Remove the passenger seat.
2. Remove the bolt, and then pull the
rider seat up.To install the rider seat
1. Insert the projections on the front
of the rider seat into the holders as
shown, place the seat in the origi-
nal position, and then install the
bolt.
2. Install the passenger seat.NOTE:@ Make sure that the seats are properly
secured before riding. @
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Helmet holder To open the helmet holder, insert the
key into the lock, and then turn the key
as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, place it in
the original position, and then remove
the key.
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WARNING
@ Never ride with a helmet attached to
the helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of
control and possibly an accident. @
1. BoltXVS1100A
1. Projection (´ 2)
2. Seat holder (´ 2)XVS1100A
1. Helmet holder
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To close the storage compartment
1. Place the storage compartment
cover in its original position as
shown.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise, re-
move it, and then close the lock
cover.
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Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly The shock absorber assembly is locat-
ed under the rider seat and is equipped
with a spring preload adjusting ring.
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CAUTION:@ Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum
or minimum settings. @Adjust the spring preload as follows.
1. Remove the rider seat. (See
page 3-11 [XVS1100] or 3-13
[XVS1100A] for rider seat removal
and installation procedures.)2. Remove each quick fastener from
the ignitor unit panel by pushing
the center in with a screwdriver,
then pulling the fastener out.
1. Storage compartment cover
1. Quick fastener (´ 3)
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