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Main switch/steering lock .................................................................. 3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............................................................. 3-2
Speedometer unit .............................................................................. 3-3
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................................................................. 3-4
Handlebar switches ........................................................................... 3-4
Clutch lever ....................................................................................... 3-5
Shift pedal (XVS1100)........................................................................ 3-6
Shift pedal (XVS1100A) ..................................................................... 3-6
Brake lever ........................................................................................ 3-6
Brake pedal ....................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel tank cap ..................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel ................................................................................................... 3-8
Fuel cock ........................................................................................... 3-9
Starter (choke) lever ......................................................................... 3-10
Seats (XVS1100) ............................................................................ 3-11
Seats (XVS1100A) ........................................................................... 3-12
Helmet holder .................................................................................. 3-13
Storage compartment ..................................................................... 3-14
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly .......................................... 3-15
Luggage strap holders .................................................................... 3-18
Sidestand ........................................................................................ 3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........................................................... 3-19
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EAU00027
3-INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EAU00029
Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
EAU00036
ON
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
EAU00038
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
EAU00040
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steeringPush the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
EW000016
WARNING
@ Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the motorcycle is
moving, otherwise the electrical
systems will be switched off, which
may result in loss of control or an
accident. Make sure that the motor-
cycle is stopped before turning the
key to “OFF” or “LOCK”. @1. Push.
2. Turn.
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EAU01590
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
and auxiliary light are on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
ECA00043
CAUTION:@ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. @
EAU03034
Indicator and warning lights
EAU03201
Oil level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ”
and turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position or pull the clutch lever.3. Push the start switch. If the warn-
ing light does not come on while
pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit.
NOTE:@ Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when riding on
a slope or during sudden acceleration
or deceleration, but this is not a mal-
function. @
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU00057
Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
1. Oil level warning light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
3. Turn signal indicator light “”
4. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
5. High beam indicator light “ ”
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EAU03192
Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on or flashes
when an electrical circuit monitoring
the engine is defective. When this oc-
curs, have the Yamaha dealer check
the self-diagnosis system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Set the engine stop switch to
“
”.
2. Turn the key to “ON”. If the warn-
ing light does not come on, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit.
EAU00063
High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU03193
Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped with
a digital odometer and a tripmeter. The
speedometer shows riding speed. The
odometer shows the total distance trav-
eled. The tripmeter shows the distance
traveled since it was last set to zero.
Pushing the “TRIP” button switches the
display between the odometer mode
“ODO” and the tripmeter mode “TRIP”.To reset the tripmeter, select it by
pushing the “TRIP” button, and then
push the “TRIP” button again and hold
it down for at least one second. The
tripmeter can be used to estimate the
distance that can be traveled with a full
tank of fuel. This information will enable
you to plan future fuel stops.
NOTE:@ This motorcycle is not equipped with a
tachometer; however, it has a built-in
speed limiter, which prevents the en-
gine speed from exceeding approxi-
mately 6,800 r/min and the vehicle
speed from exceeding approximately
175 km/h. @
1. “TRIP” button
2. Odometer/tripmeter
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3
EAU00109
Anti-theft alarm (optional) This motorcycle can be equipped with
an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
EAU00118
Handlebar switches
EAU00127
Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When
released, the switch returns to the cen-
ter position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU00119
Pass switch “ ”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
EAU00121
Dimmer switch
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
EAU00129
Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
1. Turn signal switch
2. Pass switch“”
3. Dimmer switch
4. Horn switch “ ”
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EAU00138
Engine stop switch
Set this switch to “ ” to stop the en-
gine in case of an emergency, such as
when the motorcycle overturns or
when the throttle cable is stuck.
EAU00134
Light switch
Set this switch to “ ” to turn on the
auxiliary light, meter lighting and tail-
light. Set the switch to “ ” to turn on
the headlight also.
EAU00143
Start switch “ ”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
EC000005
CAUTION:@ See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine. @
EAU00152
Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the ignition
circuit cut-off system. (See page 3-19
for an explanation of the ignition circuit
cut-off system.)
1. Engine stop switch
2. Light switch
3. Start switch “ ”
1. Clutch lever
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EAU00157
Shift pedal (XVS1100)The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 5-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.
EAU01215
Shift pedal (XVS1100A)The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 5-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.NOTE:Use your toes or heel to shift up and
your toes to shift down.
EAU00158
Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
1. Shift pedalXVS1100
1. Shift pedalXVS1100A
1. Brake lever
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EAU00162
Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
EAU02917
Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap
Slide the lock cover open, insert the key
into the lock, and then turn it 1/4 turn
clockwise. The lock will be released
and the fuel tank cap can be removed.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the key inserted
in the lock and with the “ ” mark
facing forward.
1. Brake pedalXVS1100
1. Brake pedalXVS1100A
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. “ ” mark
a. Unlock.
b. Lock.
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