2000 YAMAHA XVS125 suspension

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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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Minimum
StandardMaximum(soft) (hard)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Because loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking,
performance and safety character-
istics of your motorcycle, you
should keep the following precau-
tions in mind.
8NEVER OVERLOAD THE
MOTORCYCLE! Operation of
an overloaded motorcycle may
result in tire damage, loss of
control, or severe injury. Make
sure that the total weight of
rider, passenger, cargo, and
accessories does not exceed
the specified maximum load
for the vehicle.
8Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
8Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
motorcycle and distribute the
weight evenly on both sides.8Adjust the suspension and tire
air pressure with regard to the
load.
8Check the tire condition and
air pressure before each ride.
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before
each ride. If the center tread depth
reaches the specified limit, if the tire
has a nail or glass fragments in it, or
if the sidewall is cracked, have a
Yamaha dealer replace the tire imme-
diately.
NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always com-
ply with the local regulations.
1. Tread depth
2. Side wall
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Minimum tire tread
depth (front and rear)1.6 mm
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Maximum load* 183 kg
Air pressure (cold tire)
up to 90 kg load*
Front
175 kPa (1.75 kg/cm2, 1.75 bar)
Rear200 kPa (2.00 kg/cm2, 2.00 bar)
90 kg load–maximum
load*
Front
225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm2, 2.25 bar)
Rear225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm2, 2.25 bar)
*Load is total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories.
Wheels
Front
Type Spoke wheel
Size 18 ´1.60
Rear
Type Spoke wheel
Size 15 M/C ´MT 3.00
Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Fluid DOT 4Rear
Type Drum brake
Operation Right foot operation
Suspension
Front
Type Telescopic fork
Rear
Type Swingarm
Shock absorber/spring
Front
Type Coil spring / oil damper
Rear
Type Coil spring / oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 140 mm
Rear 100 mm
Electrical system
Ignition system Transistorized coil ignition
(digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 23 A @ 5,000 r/min
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