2001 YAMAHA XVS1100A Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
NOTE:@ The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly installed and locked. @
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WARNING
@ Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding. @
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Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
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WARNING
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Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
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Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
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CAUTION:@ Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
es or plastic parts. @
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NOTE:@ If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use
gasoline of a different brand or with a
higher octane grade. @
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
17 L
Reserve amount:
4.5 L
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Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetors while also filter-
ing it.
The fuel cock lever positions are ex-
plained as follows and shown in the il-
lustrations.
OFF
With the fuel cock lever in this position,
fuel will not flow. Always turn the fuel
cock lever to this position when the en-
gine is not running.ON
With the fuel cock lever in this position,
fuel flows to the carburetors. Turn the
fuel cock lever to this position when
starting the engine and riding.RES
This indicates reserve. With the fuel
cock lever in this position, the fuel re-
serve is made available. Turn the fuel
cock lever to this position if you run out
of fuel while riding. When this occurs,
refuel as soon as possible and be sure
to turn the fuel cock lever back to “ON”!1. Pointed end positioned over “OFF”Off position
1. Pointed end positioned over “ON”Normal position
1. Pointed end positioned over “RES”Reserve position
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Starter (choke) leverStarting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction
a to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction
b to turn off
the starter (choke).
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CAUTION:@ Do not use the starter (choke) for
more than 3 minutes as the exhaust
pipe may discolor from excessive
heat. In addition, extended use of
the starter (choke) will cause after-
burning. If this occurs, turn off the
starter (choke). @
1. Starter (choke) lever “ ”
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Seats (XVS1100) Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seatRemove the nut, and then pull the pas-
senger seat up.To install the passenger seat
Insert the projection on the front of the
passenger seat into the seat holder as
shown, place the seat in the original
position, and then install the nut.Rider seat
To remove the rider seat
1. Remove the passenger seat.
2. Remove the bolts and bracket,
and then pull the rider seat up.
1. NutXVS1100
1. Projection
2. Seat holderXVS1100
1. Bolt (´ 2)
2. BracketXVS1100
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To install the rider seat
1. Insert the projections on the front
of the rider seat into the seat hold-
ers as shown, and then place the
seat in the original position.
2. Install the removed bracket and
bolts.
3. Install the passenger seat.NOTE:@ Make sure that the seats are properly
secured before riding. @
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Seats (XVS1100A)Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seatRemove the bolt, and then pull the pas-
senger seat up.To install the passenger seat
Insert the projection on the front of the
passenger seat into the holder as
shown, place the seat in the original
position, and then install the bolt.
1. Projection (´ 2)
2. Seat holder (´ 2)XVS1100
1. BoltXVS1100A
1. Projection
2. Seat holderXVS1100A
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Rider seat
To remove the rider seat
1. Remove the passenger seat.
2. Remove the bolt, and then pull the
rider seat up.To install the rider seat
1. Insert the projections on the front
of the rider seat into the holders as
shown, place the seat in the origi-
nal position, and then install the
bolt.
2. Install the passenger seat.NOTE:@ Make sure that the seats are properly
secured before riding. @
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Helmet holder To open the helmet holder, insert the
key into the lock, and then turn the key
as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, place it in
the original position, and then remove
the key.
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WARNING
@ Never ride with a helmet attached to
the helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of
control and possibly an accident. @
1. BoltXVS1100A
1. Projection (´ 2)
2. Seat holder (´ 2)XVS1100A
1. Helmet holder
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Storage compartment The storage compartment is located on
the left side of the motorcycle.To open the storage compartment
1. Slide the lock cover open, insert
the key into the lock, and then turn
it clockwise.2. Pull the storage compartment cov-
er out as shown.1. Storage compartment cover
2. Storage compartment lock
1. Storage compartment lock cover
1. Storage compartment cover
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To close the storage compartment
1. Place the storage compartment
cover in its original position as
shown.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise, re-
move it, and then close the lock
cover.
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Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly The shock absorber assembly is locat-
ed under the rider seat and is equipped
with a spring preload adjusting ring.
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CAUTION:@ Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum
or minimum settings. @Adjust the spring preload as follows.
1. Remove the rider seat. (See
page 3-11 [XVS1100] or 3-13
[XVS1100A] for rider seat removal
and installation procedures.)2. Remove each quick fastener from
the ignitor unit panel by pushing
the center in with a screwdriver,
then pulling the fastener out.
1. Storage compartment cover
1. Quick fastener (´ 3)
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