2000 YAMAHA XVS125 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the han-
dlebar grip. To engage the clutch,
release the lever. The lever should
be pulled rapidly and released slowly
for smooth clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See page
3-10 for an explanation of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)
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1. Clutch lever
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Shift pedal
The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in
combination with the clutch lever
when shifting the gears of the
5-speed constant-mesh transmission
equipped on this motorcycle.
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1. Shift pedal
N. Neutral position
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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 han-
dlebar grip.
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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 pedal
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Fuel tank cap
To remove the fuel tank cap
Insert the key into the lock and turn it
1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be
released and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then
remove it.
1. Unlock
1NOTE:
The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly closed and
locked.
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Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding.
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Fuel
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler tube as shown in
the illustration.
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8Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow
when the fuel warms up and
expands.
8Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts.
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NOTE:
If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use
gasoline of a different brand or with a
higher octane grade.
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Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline
with a research octane
number of 91 or higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
11 L
Reserve amount:
3.4 L
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Fuel cock
This motorcycle is equipped with a
negative pressure fuel cock. The fuel
cock supplies fuel from the tank to
the carburetors while also filtering it.
The fuel cock lever positions are
explained as follows and shown in
the illustrations.
ON
With the fuel cock lever in this posi-
tion, fuel flows to the carburetor when
the engine is running. Turn the fuel
cock lever to this position when start-
ing the engine and riding.
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
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ON: normal position
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RES
This indicates reserve. With the fuel
cock lever in this position, the fuel
reserve is made available. Quickly
turn the fuel cock lever to this posi-
tion if you run out of fuel while riding,
otherwise the engine may stall and
will have to be primed (see “PRI”).
After turning the fuel cock lever to
“RES”, refuel as soon as possible
and be sure to turn the fuel cock
lever back to “ON”!
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
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PRI
This indicates prime. With the fuel
cock lever in this position, the engine
can be “primed”. Turn the fuel cock
lever to this position when the engine
has been allowed to run out of fuel.
This sends fuel directly to the carbu-
retor, which will make starting easier.
After the engine has started, be sure
to turn the lever to “ON” (or “RES” if
you have not refueled yet).
1. Arrow mark positioned over “PRI”
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RES: reserve positionPRI: priming position
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Starter (choke) lever “1”
Starting a cold engine requires a rich-
er air-fuel mixture, which is supplied
by the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction ato turn
on the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction bto turn
off the starter (choke).
1. Starter (choke) lever “1”
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b
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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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Never ride with a helmet attached
to the helmet holder, since the hel-
met may hit objects, causing loss
of control and possibly an acci-
dent.
1. Helmet holder
2. Open
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Always adjust both shock
absorber assemblies equally, oth-
erwise poor handling and loss of
stability may result.
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock
absorber assembly in direction a. To
decrease the spring preload and
thereby soften the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock
absorber assembly in direction b.
NOTE:
Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position indica-
tor on the shock absorber.
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Adjusting the shock
absorber assemblies
Each shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload
adjusting ring.
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Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum
or minimum settings.
1. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring
2. Position indicator
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4
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b
a
2
1
Minimum
StandardMaximum(soft) (hard)
Setting 1 2 3 4 5
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Sidestand
The sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the side-
stand or lower it with your foot while
holding the motorcycle upright.
NOTE:
The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system,
which cuts the ignition in certain situ-
ations. (See further down for an
explanation of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
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The motorcycle must not be ridden
with the sidestand down, or if the
sidestand cannot be properly
moved up (or does not stay up),
otherwise the sidestand could con-
tact the ground and distract the
operator, resulting in a possible
loss of control. Yamaha’s ignition
circuit cut-off system has been
designed to assist the operator in
fulfilling the responsibility of rais-
ing the sidestand before starting
off. Therefore, check this system
regularly as described below and
have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it
does not function properly.
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Ignition circuit cut-off
system
The ignition circuit cut-off system
(comprising the sidestand switch,
clutch switch and neutral switch) has
the following functions.
8It prevents starting when the
transmission is in gear and the
sidestand is up, but the clutch
lever is not pulled.
8It prevents starting when the
transmission is in gear and the
clutch lever is pulled, but the
sidestand is still down.
8It cuts the running engine when
the sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of
the ignition circuit cut-off system
according to the following procedure.
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If a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the system
before riding.
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to Ò
#Ó.
3. Turn the key to ÒONÓ.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NO
NOTE:
This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YES
YES NO
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES NO
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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The condition of a vehicle is the ownerís responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpect-
edly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leak-
age or loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thor-
ough visual inspection, to check the following points before each ride.
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Front brake9Check operation, free play, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
3-5, 6-20–6-21, 6-23–6-25
9Add DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
Rear brake9Check operation and free play.
3-6, 6-21–6-23
9Adjust if necessary.
Clutch9Check operation and free play.
3-5, 6-19–6-20
9Adjust if necessary.
Throttle grip and housing9Check smooth operation.
6-15
9Lubricate.
Engine oil9Check oil level.
6-9–6-10
9Add oil if necessary.
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition.
6-25–6-27
9Adjust if necessary.
Wheels and tires9Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness.
6-16–6-19
9Tighten spokes if necessary.
Control and meter cable9Check smooth operation.
6-28
9Lubricate if necessary.
Brake and shift pedal shafts9Check smooth operation.
6-28
9Lubricate if necessary.
Brake and clutch lever pivots9Check smooth operation.
6-29
9Lubricate if necessary.
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