2000 YAMAHA XVS650 brake fluid

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Owners are personally responsible for their vehicle’s condition. Your motorcycle’s vital functions can start to deteriorate
quickly and unexpectedly, even if it remains unused (for instance, if it is exposed to the elements). Any damage, fluid leak or
loss of tire pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important that, in addition to a thorough visual in-
spection, you check the following points before each ride.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Front brake
• Check operation, free play, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.6-19 ~ 6-22
Rear brake
• Check operation, condition and free play.
• Adjust if necessary.6-20 ~ 6-22
Clutch
• Check operation, condition and free play.
• Adjust if necessary.6-18
Throttle grip and housing
• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-15, 6-23
Engine oil
• Check oil level.
• Fill with oil if necessary.6-9 ~ 6-11
Final gear oil
• Check vehicle for leakage. 6-11 ~ 6-12
Wheels and tires
• Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness.
• Tighten spokes if necessary.6-15 ~ 6-17
Control and meter cable
• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-23
Brake and shift pedal shafts
• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-23
Brake and clutch lever pivots
• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-24
Sidestand pivot
• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-24

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
NO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSInitial
(1,000 km)EVERY
6,000 km
or
6 months
(whichever
comes first)12,000 km
or
12 months
(whichever
comes first)
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Fuel line
• Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
• Replace if necessary.
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2 Spark plugs
• Check condition.
• Clean, regap or replace if necessary.
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Valves
• Check valve clearance.
• Adjust if necessary.
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4 Air filter
• Clean or replace if necessary.
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5 Clutch
• Check operation.
• Adjust or replace cable.
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Front brake
• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)
• Correct accordingly.
• Replace brake pads if necessary.
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Rear brake
• Check operation.
• Adjust brake pedal and replace brake shoes if necessary.
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Wheels
• Check balance, runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
• Tighten spokes and rebalance, replace if necessary.
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Tires
• Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
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Wheel bearings
• Check bearing for looseness or damage.
• Replace if necessary.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, they should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
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NOTE:

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The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
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Hydraulic brake system
• When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper, always replace the brake fluid. Check the brake fluid level regularly
and fill as required.
• Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper every two years.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged.
20 Engine oil filter element
• Replace.
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Final gear oil
• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
• Change oil at initial 1,000 km and thereafter every 24,000 km or
24 months (whichever comes first).
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NO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSInitial
(1,000 km)EVERY
6,000 km
or
6 months
(whichever
comes first)12,000 km
or
12 months
(whichever
comes first)

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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1. Minimum level mark
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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
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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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SPECIFICATIONS
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Wheels
XVS650
Front
Type Spoke
Size 19
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MT2.50
Rear
Type Spoke
Size 15M/C
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MT3.50
XVS650A
Front
Type Spoke
Size 16
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MT3.00
Rear
Type Spoke
Size 15M/C
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MT3.50
Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Drum brake
Operation Right foot operation

Suspension
Front
Type Telescopic fork
Rear
Type Swingarm
Shock absorber
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil spring/gas-oil damper,
spring preload adjustable
Wheel travel
XVS650
Front 140 mm
Rear 86 mm
XVS650A
Front 140 mm
Rear 98 mm
Electrical
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V 20 A @ 5,000 rpm
Battery
Type GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 10 AH

INDEX
A
Air filter ....................................................6-12
Antitheft alarm (optional) ..........................3-3
B
Battery ....................................................6-26
Brake and clutch lever lubrication ..........6-24
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ............6-23
Brake fluid replacement ..........................6-22
Brake light switch adjustment .................6-21
C
Cable inspection and lubrication ............6-23
Carburetor adjustment ............................6-13
Care ..........................................................7-1
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes ..................................6-21
Clutch lever ...............................................3-5
Clutch lever free play adjustment ...........6-18
Controls/Instruments
(XVS650/XVS650A) ..............................2-5
D
Dimmer switch ..........................................3-3
E
Engine break-in ........................................5-5
Engine oil ..................................................6-9
Engine stop switch ...................................3-4
Engine trouble indicator light ....................3-2
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Final gear oil ...........................................6-11
Front brake lever ......................................3-5
Front brake lever free play
adjustment ...........................................6-19
Front fork inspection ...............................6-25
Front wheel installation ...........................6-31
Front wheel removal ...............................6-31
Fuel ...........................................................3-7
Fuel cock ..................................................3-8
Fuel tank breather hose ...........................3-7
Fuel tank cap ............................................3-6
Fuse replacement ...................................6-27
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Give safety the right of way ......................1-1
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Handlebar switches ..................................3-3
Dimmer switch ....................................3-3
Engine stop switch ..............................3-4
Horn switch .........................................3-3
Lights switch .......................................3-4
Pass switch .........................................3-3
Start switch .........................................3-4
Turn signal switch ...............................3-3
Headlight bulb replacement ...................6-28
Helmet holder .........................................3-12
High beam indicator light ..........................3-2
Horn switch ...............................................3-3
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Identification number records ...................9-1
Idle speed adjustment ............................6-14
Indicator lights ..........................................3-2
Engine trouble indicator light ..............3-2
High beam indicator light ....................3-2
Neutral indicator light ..........................3-2
Turn indicator light ..............................3-2
Inspecting the brake fluid level ...............6-22
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Key identification number .........................9-1
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Left view (XVS650) ...................................2-1
Left view (XVS650A) ................................2-3
Lights switch .............................................3-4
Luggage strap holders ............................3-15
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Main switch/Steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ...............................................9-2
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Neutral indicator light ................................3-2
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Panel A .....................................................6-6
Panel B .....................................................6-7
Panel removal and installation .................6-5
Parking ......................................................5-6