2000 YAMAHA XVS650 warning light

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/Steering lock
The main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on. The
engine can be started. The key cannot
be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion. To lock the steering, turn the han-
dlebars all the way to the left. While
pushing the key into the main switch,
turn it from “OFF” to “LOCK” and re-
move it. To release the lock, turn the
key to “OFF” while pushing.
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WARNING

Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Be
sure the motorcycle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”.
1. Push
2. Turn
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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position
and the taillight comes on, but all other
circuits are off. The key can be re-
moved in this position.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “ ”.
Do not use this position for an extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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NOTE:

Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be thoroughly accom-
plished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
WARNING

If any item in the Pre-Operation Check is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the
motorcycle.
Chassis fasteners
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
Fuel tank
• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.3-7
Lights, signals and switches
• Check for proper operation. 6-28 ~ 6-29
ITEM CHECKS PAGE

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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9 Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 30 A
Ignition fuse: 10 A
Signaling system fuse: 10 A
Headlight fuse: 15 A
Carburetor heater fuse: 15 A
1. Screw (´ 2)
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Headlight bulb replacementThis motorcycle is equipped with a
quartz bulb headlight.
If the headlight bulb burns out, replace
the bulb as follows:
1. Remove the headlight unit
screws.
2. Remove the connectors, the
headlight unit and then the bulb
cover.
1. Bulb holder3. Turn the bulb holder counter-
clockwise to remove it and re-
move the defective bulb.
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WARNING
Keep flammable products and your
hands away from a bulb while it is
on, as it is hot. Do not touch a bulbuntil it cools down.
4. Put a new bulb into position and
secure it in place with the bulb
holder.