2000 YAMAHA XVS125 steering

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ....................................................2-1
Left view .............................................................2-1
Right view ..........................................................2-2
Controls and Instruments ...................................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ........................................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ...................................3-1
Indicator lights ....................................................3-2
Speedometer unit ..............................................3-2
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................................3-3
Handlebar switches............................................3-3
Clutch lever ........................................................3-5
Shift pedal ..........................................................3-5
Brake lever .........................................................3-5
Brake pedal ........................................................3-6
Fuel tank cap .....................................................3-6
Fuel ....................................................................3-7
Fuel cock............................................................3-7
Starter (choke) lever ..........................................3-8
Helmet holder.....................................................3-9
Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies..........3-9
Sidestand .........................................................3-10
Ignition circuit cut-off system............................3-10PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...............................4-1
Pre-operation check list .....................................4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................................5-1
Starting the engine .............................................5-1
Starting a warm engine ......................................5-3
Shifting ...............................................................5-3
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only) .......................................5-4
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ....................5-4
Engine break-in ..................................................5-4
Parking ...............................................................5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR................................................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit ..................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart .......6-2
Removing and installing panels .........................6-5
Checking the spark plugs...................................6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ..........................6-9
Cleaning the air filter element ..........................6-12
Adjusting the carburetor ...................................6-14
Adjusting the engine idling speed ....................6-14
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ................6-15
Adjusting the valve clearance ..........................6-161
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Tires .................................................................6-16
Spoke wheels ..................................................6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ..................6-19
Adjusting the brake lever free play...................6-20
Adjusting the brake pedal position and
free play .........................................................6-21
Adjusting the rear brake light switch ................6-22
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes ............................................6-23
Checking the brake fluid level ..........................6-24
Changing the brake fluid ..................................6-25
Drive chain slack ..............................................6-25
Lubricating the drive chain ...............................6-27
Checking and lubricating the cables ................6-28
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals.....................................................6-28
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers ...................................................6-29
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ...........6-29
Checking the front fork .....................................6-29
Checking the steering ......................................6-30
Checking the wheel bearings ...........................6-31
Battery..............................................................6-31
Replacing the fuses .........................................6-33
Replacing the headlight bulb ...........................6-34
Replacing a turn signal light bulb .....................6-36Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ....................6-36
Supporting the motorcycle ...............................6-37
Front wheel ......................................................6-38
Rear wheel .......................................................6-39
Troubleshooting ...............................................6-41
Troubleshooting chart ......................................6-42
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE .............7-1
Care ...................................................................7-1
Storage ..............................................................7-4
SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................8-1
Specifications .....................................................8-1
Conversion table ................................................8-5
CONSUMER INFORMATION ..............................9-1
Identification numbers ........................................9-1
Key identification number...................................9-1
Vehicle identification number .............................9-1
Model label.........................................................9-2
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DESCRIPTION
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7. Tool kit (page 6-1)
8. Battery (page 6-31)
9. Air filter (page 6-12)
10. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
11. Brake pedal (page 3-6, 6-21)12. Oil filter element (page 6-9)
13. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-9)
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Right view
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock con-
trols the ignition and lighting systems,
and is used to lock the steering. The
various positions are described
below.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied
with power, and the engine can be
started. The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be
removed.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way
to the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF”
position, and then turn it to
“LOCK” while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
OFFON
LOCKP
PUSH
IGNITION
ON
OFF
LOCK
(Parking)
.
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the motorcycle is
moving, otherwise the electrical
systems will be switched off,
which may result in loss of control
or an accident. Make sure that the
motorcycle is stopped before turn-
ing the key to “OFF” or “LOCK”.
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.(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tail-
light and auxiliary light are on, but all
other electrical systems are off. The
key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before
the key can be turned to “
.”.
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Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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13 Drive chain¥ Check chain slack.
¥ Adjust if necessary. Make sure that the rear wheel is properly
aligned.
¥ Clean and lubricate.Every 1,000 km and after washing the
motorcycle or riding in the rain
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*Steering bearings¥ Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
¥ Correct accordingly.
¥ Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease every 24.000 km or 24
months (whichever comes first)ÖÖ
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*Chassis fasteners¥ Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
¥ Tighten if necessary.ÖÖ
16 Sidestand¥ Check operation.
¥ Lubricate and repair if necessary.ÖÖ
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*Sidestand switch¥ Check operation.
¥ Replace if necessary.ÖÖ Ö
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*Front fork¥ Check operation and for oil leakage.
¥ Correct accordingly.Ö
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*Rear shock absorber
assemblies¥ Check operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.
¥ Replace shock absorber assembly if necessary.Ö
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*Carburetor¥ Check engine idling speed and starter operation.
¥ Adjust if necessary.ÖÖ Ö
21 Engine oil¥ Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
¥ Correct accordingly.
¥ Change. (Warm engine before draining.)ÖÖ Ö
22 Engine oil filter element¥ Replace.ÖÖ
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*Front and rear brake
switches¥ Check operation.
¥ Correct accordingly.ÖÖ Ö
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*Moving parts and cables¥ Lubricate if necessary.ÖÖ No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSInitial
1,000 kmEvery
6,000 kmEvery
12,000 kmAnnual
check
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
To check the operation
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and
rebounds smoothly.
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If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any
free play can be felt, have a
Yamaha dealer check or repair
the steering.
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Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine
to raise the front wheel off the
ground.
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Securely support the motorcycle
so that there is no danger of it
falling over.
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Identification numbers
Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and
model label information in the spaces
provided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the
vehicle is stolen.
1. KEY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
2. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
3. MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
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Key identification number
The key identification number is
stamped into the key tag.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided and use it for reference when
ordering a new key.
1. Key identification number
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.
NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
cycle with the licensing authority in
your area.
1. Vehicle identification number
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