2000 YAMAHA XVS650 oil

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1. Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil and oil filter element re-
placement
1. Warm up the engine for a few
minutes.
2. Stop the engine. Place an oil pan
under the engine and remove the
oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain bolt and drain
the oil.
1. Cover
2. Bolt (
´
3)
4. Remove the cover and the oil filter
cover by removing the bolts.
5. Remove the oil filter and O-ring.
6. Reinstall the drain bolt and tighten
it to the specified torque.
7. Install a new oil filter and O-ring.Tightening torque:
Drain bolt:
43 Nm (4.3 m·kg)
1. Bolt (
´
5)
2. Oil filter cover
8. Install oil filter cover and cover,
then tighten the bolts.
9. Fill the engine with oil. Install the
oil filler cap and tighten it.
Recommended oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
3.2 L
Periodic oil change:
2.6 L
With oil filter replacement:
2.8 L

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1. O-ring
2. Oil filter element
EC000066
CAUTION:

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Do not put in any chemical ad-
ditives. Engine oil also lubri-
cates the clutch and additives
could cause clutch slippage.
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Be sure no foreign material en-
ters the crankcase.
10. Start the engine and warm it up
for a few minutes. While warming
up, check for oil leakage. If oil
leakage is found, stop the engine
immediately and check for the
cause.
1. Final gear oil drain bolt
2. Final gear oil filler bolt
3. Proper level
EAU02943*
Final gear oil
EW000066
WARNING

Do not let foreign material enter the
final gear case. Be sure oil does not
get on the tire or wheel.
Oil level inspection
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
place and hold it in an upright po-
sition. The engine should be cool
at ambient temperature.2. Remove the oil filler bolt and
check the oil level. The oil level
should be at the brim of the filler
hole. Add the recommended oil if
necessary.
Oil replacement
1. Place an oil pan under the final
gear case.
2. Remove the oil filler bolt and drain
bolt to drain the oil.
3. Install and tighten the drain bolt to
the specified torque.
4. Fill the gear case to the brim of the
filler hole with the recommended
oil. Tightening torque:
Drain bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kg)

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NOTE:“GL-4” is a quality and additive rating.
Hypoid gear oils rated “GL-5” or “GL-6”may also be used.
5. Install and tighten the filler bolt to
the specified torque.
6. After replacing the final gear oil,
be sure to check for oil leakage. Final gear oil quantity:
0.19 L
Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
If desired, an SAE 80W90 hypoid
gear oil may be used for all
conditions.
Tightening torque:
Oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kg)
1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw (´ 3)
EAU00586*
Air filterThe air filter should be cleaned at the
specified intervals. It should be
cleaned more frequently if you are
riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the air filter case cover
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the air filter.
3. Tap the air filter lightly to remove
most of the dust and dirt. Blow out
the remaining dirt with com-
pressed air as shown. If the air fil-
ter is damaged, replace it.

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1. Minimum level mark
EAU00731
Inspecting the brake fluid
levelInsufficient brake fluid may let air enter
the brake system, possibly causing the
brakes to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake flu-
id is above the minimum level and re-
plenish when necessary. Observe
these precautions:l
When checking the fluid level,
make sure the top of the master
cylinder is level by turning the
handlebars.
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Use only the designated quality
brake fluid. Otherwise, the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor brake perfor-
mance.
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Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor brake performance.
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Be careful that water does not en-
ter the master cylinder when refill-
ing. Water will significantly lower
the boiling point of the fluid and
may result in vapor lock.
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Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
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Have a Yamaha dealer check the
cause if the brake fluid level goes
down. Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
EAU00742
Brake fluid replacementThe brake fluid should be replaced
only by trained Yamaha service per-
sonnel. Have the Yamaha dealer re-
place the following components during
periodic maintenance or when they are
damaged or leaking:l
oil seals (every two years)
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brake hoses (every four years)

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EAU02962
Cable inspection and
lubrication
EW000112
WARNING
Damage to the outer housing of ca-
bles may lead to internal rusting
and interfere with the cable move-
ment. Replace damaged cables as
soon as possible to prevent unsafeconditions.
Lubricate the cables and cable ends. If
a cable does not operate smoothly,
ask a Yamaha dealer to replace it.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
EAU00773
Throttle cable and grip lubri-
cationThe throttle twist grip assembly should
be greased at the time that the cable is
lubricated, since the grip must be re-
moved to get at the end of the throttle
cable. After removing the screws, hold
the end of the cable up in the air and
put in several drops of lubricant. With
the throttle grip disassembled, coat the
metal surface of the grip assembly with
a suitable all-purpose grease.
EAU02984
Brake and shift pedal
lubricationLubricate the pivoting parts.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil

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EAU02985
Brake and clutch lever
lubricationLubricate the pivoting parts.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
EAU02986
Sidestand lubricationLubricate the sidestand pivoting point
and metal-to-metal contact surfaces.
Check that the sidestand moves up
and down smoothly.
EW000113
WARNING
If the sidestand does not movesmoothly, consult a Yamaha dealer.Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil

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EAU02939
Front fork inspectionVisual check
EW000115
WARNING
Securely support the motorcycle sothere is no danger of it falling over.
Check for scratches or damage on the
inner tube and excessive oil leakage
from the front fork.
Operation check
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
place.
2. Hold the motorcycle in an upright
position and apply the front brake.
3. Push down hard on the handle-
bars several times and check if
the fork rebounds smoothly.
EC000098
CAUTION:
If any damage or unsmooth move-
ment is found with the front fork,consult a Yamaha dealer.
EAU00794
Steering inspectionPeriodically inspect the condition of
the steering. Worn out or loose steer-
ing bearings may be dangerous. Place
a stand under the engine to raise the
front wheel off the ground. Hold the
lower end of the front forks and try to
move them forward and backward. If
any free play can be felt, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect and adjust
the steering. Inspection is easier if the
front wheel is removed.
EW000115
WARNING
Securely support the motorcycle sothere is no danger of it falling over.

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EAU01144
Wheel bearingsIf there is play in the front or rear wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer in-
spect the wheel bearings.
EAU00800
BatteryThis motorcycle is equipped with a
sealed-type battery. Therefore it is not
necessary to check the electrolyte or
fill the battery with distilled water.l
If the battery seems to have dis-
charged, consult a Yamaha deal-
er.
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If the motorcycle is equipped with
optional electrical accessories,
the battery tends to discharge
more quickly, so be sure to re-
charge it periodically.
EC000101
CAUTION:
Never try to remove the sealing
caps of the battery cells. The bat-tery will be damaged.
EW000116
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous
and dangerous, causing severe
burns, etc. It contains sulfuric acid.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing.
ANTIDOTE:l
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
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INTERNAL: Drink large quanti-
ties of water or milk. Follow
with milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Call a
physician immediately.
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EYES: Flush with water for
15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases.
Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes etc.,
away. Ventilate when charging or
using in an enclosed space. Always
shield your eyes when working near
batteries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.