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2-1
2
EAU00026
2-DESCRIPTIONLeft view (XVS1100)1. Shift pedal (page 3-6)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-9)
3. Spring preload adjusting ring (shock absorber assembly) (page 3-15)
4. Helmet holder (page 3-13)
5. Storage compartment (page 3-14)
6. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
7. Fuses (page 6-27)
8. Oil level check window (page 6-7)
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DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
Right view (XVS1100)9. Oil filter element (page 6-7)
10. Battery (page 6-26)
11. Main fuse (page 6-27)
12. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
13. Air filter (page 6-11)
14. Brake pedal (page 3-7)
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DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
Left view (XVS1100A)1. Shift pedal (page 3-6)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-9)
3. Spring preload adjusting ring (shock absorber assembly) (page 3-15)
4. Helmet holder (page 3-13)
5. Storage compartment (page 3-14)
6. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
7. Fuses (page 6-27)
8. Oil level check window (page 6-7)
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DESCRIPTION
2-4
2
Right view (XVS1100A)9. Oil filter element (page 6-7)
10. Battery (page 6-26)
11. Main fuse (page 6-27)
12. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
13. Air filter (page 6-11)
14. Brake pedal (page 3-7)
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6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Owner’s tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ......... 6-2
Removing and installing the panel ....................... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs .................................... 6-6
Engine oil and oil filter element ............................ 6-7
Final gear oil ........................................................ 6-9
Cleaning the air filter element ............................ 6-11
Adjusting the carburetors ................................... 6-12
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................... 6-12
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .................. 6-13
Adjusting the valve clearance ............................ 6-13
Tires ................................................................... 6-13
Spoke wheels .................................................... 6-16
Adjusting the clutch lever free play .................... 6-17
Adjusting the brake lever free play ..................... 6-17
Adjusting the brake pedal position ..................... 6-19
Adjusting the rear brake light switch .................. 6-19
Checking the front and rear brake pads ............. 6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ............................ 6-21Changing the brake fluid ................................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the cables ................. 6-22
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip
and cable ........................................................ 6-22
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals ...................................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers .................................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ............ 6-24
Checking the front fork ...................................... 6-24
Checking the steering ....................................... 6-25
Checking the wheel bearings ............................ 6-25
Battery ............................................................... 6-26
Replacing the fuses .......................................... 6-27
Replacing the headlight bulb ............................. 6-29
Replacing a turn signal light bulb or
the tail/brake light bulb .................................... 6-30
Troubleshooting ................................................. 6-31
Troubleshooting chart ........................................ 6-32
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6To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the motorcycle is equipped with op-
tional electrical accessories.
To store the battery
1. If the motorcycle will not be used
for more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation.
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
EC000102
CAUTION:@ l
Always keep the battery
charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.
l
To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is
required. Using a conventional
battery charger will damage the
battery. If you do not have ac-
cess to a sealed-type (MF) bat-
tery charger, have a Yamaha
dealer charge your battery.
@
EAU01711
Replacing the fuses The main fuse box is located under the
rider seat. To access the main fuse
box, proceed 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 of the quick fasten-
ers shown by pushing the center in
with a screwdriver, then pulling the
fastener out.
1. Positive battery terminal
2. Negative battery terminal
1. Quick fastener (´ 3)
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6 3. Pull the ignitor unit panel outward
to the right.
NOTE:@ To install a quick fastener, push its pin
back so that it will protrude from the
fastener head, then insert the fastener
and push the protruding pin in until it is
flush with the fastener head. @
The fuse box, which contains the fuses
for the individual circuits, is located in-
side the storage compartment. (See
page 3-14 for storage compartment
cover removal and installation proce-
dures.)If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
EC000103
CAUTION:@ Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly a
fire. @3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
1. Ignitor unit panel
2. Spare fuse
3. Main fuse
1. Fuse box
2. Odometer fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Headlight fuse
5. Carburetor heater fuse
6. Spare fuse (´ 3)
7. Signaling system fuse
Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 30 A
Odometer fuse: 5 A
Ignition fuse: 10 A
Headlight fuse: 15 A
Carburetor heater fuse: 15 A
Signaling system fuse: 10 A
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64. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAU03003
Replacing the headlight bulb This motorcycle is equipped with a
quartz bulb headlight. If the headlight
bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the screws.
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the headlight unit
and bulb cover.3. Remove the headlight bulb holder
by turning it counterclockwise, and
then remove the defective bulb.
After removal
Before installation
1. Screw (´ 2)
1. Headlight bulb holder
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