2000 YAMAHA XVS650 maintenance

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XVS650A1. Screw (´ 3)
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CAUTION:
Do not over-tighten the screws asthe lens may break.
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Supporting the motorcycleSince the Yamaha XVS650/XVS650A
has no centerstand, follow these pre-
cautions when removing the front and
rear wheel or performing other mainte-
nance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motor-
cycle is in a stable and level position
before starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed un-
der the engine for added stability.
Front wheel service
To stabilize the rear of the motorcycle,
either use a motorcycle stand or place
a motorcycle jack under the frame in
front of the rear wheel to prevent it
from moving from side to side. Then
use a motorcycle stand to elevate the
front wheel off of the ground.
Rear wheel service
Use a motorcycle stand or motorcycle
jack to elevate the motorcycle so the
rear wheel is off the ground. Alterna-
tively, two jacks can be placed under
the frame or swingarm.

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1. Speedometer cable
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Front wheel removal
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WARNING
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It is advisable to have a
Yamaha dealer service the
wheel.
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Securely support the motor-
cycle so there is no danger of itfalling over.
1. Remove the speedometer cable
from the front wheel side.
1. Axle
2. Pinch bolt2. Loosen the pinch bolt and wheel
axle.
3. Elevate the front wheel by placing
a suitable stand under the en-
gine.
4. Remove the wheel axle and the
front wheel.NOTE:Do not depress the brake lever whenthe disc and caliper are separated.
1. Speedometer gear unit housing
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Front wheel installation1. Install the speedometer gear unit
into the wheel hub. Make sure the
wheel hub and the speedometer
gear unit are installed with the
projections meshed into the slots.
2. Lift up the wheel between the
front fork legs and guide the brake
disc between the brake pads.
Make sure the slot in the speed-
ometer gear unit fits over the stop-
per on the front fork outer tube.
3. Install the wheel axle and let the
motorcycle down.

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bars several times to check for
proper fork operation.
5. Tighten the wheel axle to the
specified torque.
6. Install the pinch bolt and tighten it
to the specified torque.
7. Install the speedometer cable.Tightening torque:
Wheel axle:
59 Nm (5.9 m·kg)
Pinch bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kg)
1. Adjusting nut
2. Brake rod
3. Brake torque rod bolt (´ 2)
4. Brake torque rod
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Rear wheel removal
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It is advisable to have a
Yamaha dealer service the
wheel.
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Securely support the motor-
cycle so there is no danger of itfalling over.1. Loosen the axle nut. Do not re-
move it.
2. Remove the brake torque rod bolt
on the brake shoe plate side.
3. Loosen the brake torque rod bolt
on the swingarm side.
4. Remove the brake pedal free play
adjusting nut and then the brake
rod from the brake cam lever.
5. Remove panel A. (See page 6-5
for removal procedures.)

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1. Bolt (´ 4)
2. Final gear case
3. Axle nut6. Remove the bolts that secure the
final gear case to the swingarm.
7. Elevate the rear wheel off of the
ground.
8. Pull the wheel backward while
supporting the drive shaft to re-
move the wheel, axle, final gear
case and drive shaft as an assem-
bly.
1. Middle drive shaft joint
2. Drive shaft
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Rear wheel installation1. Install the rear wheel, axle, final
gear case and drive shaft as an
assembly by pushing the wheel
forward and guiding the drive
shaft into the middle drive shaft U-
joint.
2. Install the bolts that secure the fi-
nal gear case to the swingarm
and tighten to the specified tight-
ening torque.
Specified torque:
Final gear case bolts:
90 Nm (9.0 m·kg)
3. Insert the brake rod into the brake
cam lever and install the brake
pedal free play adjusting nut.
4. Install the brake torque rod bolt
and tighten both bolts to the spec-
ified tightening torque.
5. Install panel A.
6. Let the motorcycle down.
7. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied tightening torque.
8. Adjust the rear brake pedal free
play. (See page 6-20.) Specified torque:
Brake torque rod bolts:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kg)
Specified torque:
Axle nut:
92 Nm (9.2 m·kg)

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TroubleshootingAlthough Yamaha motorcycles receive
a rigid inspection before shipment from
the factory, trouble may occur during
operation.
Any problem in the fuel, compression,
or ignition systems can cause poor
starting and loss of power. The trou-
bleshooting chart describes a quick,
easy procedure for making checks.
If your motorcycle requires any repair,
bring it to a Yamaha dealer. The skilled
technicians at a Yamaha dealership
have the tools, experience, and know-
how to properly service your motor-
cycle. Use only genuine Yamaha parts
on your motorcycle. Imitation parts
may look like Yamaha parts, but they
are often inferior. Consequently, they
have a shorter service life and can
lead to expensive repair bills.

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Troubleshooting chart
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Never check the fuel system while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame.
Check if there is fuel
in the fuel tank.1. Fuel
Enough fuel.
No fuel.
Go to compression check.
Supply fuel.
Engine doesn’t start, go to compression check.
Use the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
No compression.
Go to ignition check.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect.
Remove spark
plugs and
check electrodes.3. Ignition
Wet.
Dry.
Wipe clean with dry cloth and correct
spark gap or replace spark plugs.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect.
Engine doesn’t start, ask a Yamaha
dealer to inspect.Engine doesn’t start, go to battery
check.Open throttle half-way and start
the engine.
Use the electric starter.4. Battery
Engine turns over
quickly.
Engine turns over
slowly.
Battery good.Check connections or
recharge.

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7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, then raise the
motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alter-
natively, turn the wheels a little ev-
ery month in order to prevent the
tires from becoming degraded in
one spot.
8. Cover up the muffler outlets with
plastic bags to prevent moisture
from entering.
9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and recharge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in
an excessively cold or warm place
(less than 0˚C or more than 30˚C).
For more information, see “Bat-
tery storage” in the chapter “PE-
RIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIRS”.
NOTE:

Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.

INDEX
Pass switch .............................................. 3-3
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication .............................................. 6-2
Pre-operation check list ........................... 4-1
R
Rear brake pedal ..................................... 3-6
Rear brake pedal height and free play
adjustment ........................................... 6-20
Rear shock absorber adjustment ........... 3-14
Rear wheel installation ........................... 6-33
Rear wheel removal ............................... 6-32
Right view (XVS650) ................................ 2-2
Right view (XVS650A) ............................. 2-4
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Seats (for XVS650) .................................. 3-9
Seats (for XVS650A) .............................. 3-11
Shift pedal ................................................ 3-5
Shifting ..................................................... 5-4
Sidestand ............................................... 3-15
Sidestand lubrication .............................. 6-24
Sidestand/clutch switch operation
check ................................................... 3-16
Spark plugs .............................................. 6-7
Specifications ........................................... 8-1
Speedometer ............................................ 3-2
Start switch ............................................... 3-4
Starter (choke) “ ” ................................. 3-9
Starting a warm engine ............................ 5-4
Starting the engine ................................... 5-1
Steering inspection ................................. 6-25
Storage ..................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-13
Supporting the motorcycle ..................... 6-30
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Throttle cable and grip lubrication .......... 6-23
Throttle cable free play inspection ......... 6-15
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .......... 5-5
Tires ....................................................... 6-15
Tool kit ...................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ..................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting chart ............................ 6-35
Turn indicator light .................................... 3-2
Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement ......................................... 6-29
Turn signal switch .................................... 3-3
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Valve clearance adjustment ................... 6-15
Vehicle identification number ................... 9-1
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Wheel bearings ...................................... 6-26
Wheels ................................................... 6-17