2001 YAMAHA XVS125 key

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONParticularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to
the motorcycle operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the
motorcycle.A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the motorcycle.A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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cCNOTE:
NOTE:
8This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
8Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this
manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there
may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If you have any ques-
tions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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Tires.................................................................6-15
Spoke wheels..................................................6-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free play..................6-19
Adjusting the brake lever free play...................6-20
Adjusting the brake pedal position and
free play.........................................................6-20
Adjusting the rear brake light switch................6-22
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes............................................6-22
Checking the brake fluid level..........................6-23
Changing the brake fluid..................................6-24
Drive chain slack..............................................6-25
Lubricating the drive chain...............................6-27
Checking and lubricating the cables................6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals.....................................................6-28
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers...................................................6-28
Checking and lubricating the sidestand...........6-29
Checking the front fork.....................................6-29
Checking the steering......................................6-30
Checking the wheel bearings...........................6-30
Battery..............................................................6-31
Replacing the fuses.........................................6-32
Replacing the headlight bulb...........................6-33
Replacing a turn signal light bulb.....................6-35Replacing the tail/brake light bulb....................6-36
Supporting the motorcycle...............................6-37
Front wheel......................................................6-37
Rear wheel.......................................................6-39
Troubleshooting...............................................6-41
Troubleshooting chart......................................6-42
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE.............7-1
Care...................................................................7-1
Storage..............................................................7-4
SPECIFICATIONS...............................................8-1
Specifications.....................................................8-1
Conversion table................................................8-5
CONSUMER INFORMATION..............................9-1
Identification numbers........................................9-1
Key identification number...................................9-1
Vehicle identification number.............................9-1
Model label.........................................................9-2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
3-1
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Main switch/steering lockThe main switch/steering lock con-
trols the ignition and lighting systems,
and is used to lock the steering. The
various positions are described
below.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied
with power, and the engine can be
started. The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be
removed.
To lock the steering1.Turn the handlebars all the way
to the left.
2.Push the key in from the ÒOFFÓ
position, and then turn it to
ÒLOCKÓ while still pushing it.
3.Remove the key.
To unlock the steeringPush the key in, and then turn it to
ÒOFFÓ while still pushing it.
OFFON
LOCKPPUSH
IGNITION
ON
OFF
LOCK
(Parking)
.
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wNever turn the key to ÒOFFÓ or
ÒLOCKÓ 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
motorcycle is stopped before turn-
ing the key to ÒOFFÓ or ÒLOCKÓ.
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.
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tail-
light 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 Ò
.Ó.
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cCDo not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
1.Push.
2.Turn.
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3-2
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
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Indicator and warning lights
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High beam indicator light Ò&Ó
This indicator light comes on when
the high beam of the headlight is
switched on.
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Turn signal indicator light Ò5Ó
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
2040
600
km/h80
100
120140160
1234
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Neutral indicator light ÒNÓ
This indicator light comes on when
the transmission is in the neutral
position.
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Engine trouble warning light ÒÓ
This warning light comes on or flash-
es when an electrical circuit monitor-
ing the engine is defective. When this
occurs, have the Yamaha dealer
check the self-diagnosis system.NOTE:
This warning light comes on for a few
seconds when the key is turned to
ÒONÓ, but this does not indicate a
malfunction.
1.High beam indicator light Ò&Ó
2.Turn signal indicator light Ò5Ó
3.Neutral indicator light ÒNÓ
4.Engine trouble warning light ÒÓ
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Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped
with a speedometer, an odometer
and a tripmeter. The speedometer
shows riding speed. The odometer
shows the total distance traveled.
The tripmeter shows the distance
traveled since it was last set to zero
with the reset knob. 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.1.Speedometer
2.Odometer
3.Tripmeter
4.Reset knob
2040600
km/h80
100
120140160
1
23
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3-6
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
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Brake pedalThe brake pedal is on the right side
of the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake
pedal.1.Brake pedal
1
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Fuel tank capTo remove the fuel tank cap
Insert the key into the lock and 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.Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
2.Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then
remove it.a.Unlock.
1
NOTE:
The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly installed and
locked.
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wMake sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
3-9
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Helmet holderTo 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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wNever ride with a helmet attached
to the helmet holder, since the hel-
met may hit objects, causing loss
of control and possibly an acci-
dent.1.Helmet holder
aOpen.
1
a
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wAlways adjust both shock
absorber assemblies equally, oth-
erwise poor handling and loss of
stability may result. Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock
absorber assembly in direction a. To
decrease the spring preload and
thereby soften the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock
absorber assembly in direction b.NOTE:
Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position indica-
tor on the shock absorber.
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Adjusting the shock
absorber assembliesEach shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload
adjusting ring.
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cCNever attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum
or minimum settings.1.Shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring
2.Position indicator
1
2
3
4
5
b
a
2
1
Setting
Minimum (soft)1
Standard2
Maximum (hard)5
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
3-11
With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to Ò
#Ó.
3. Turn the key to ÒONÓ.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NO
NOTE:This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YESYESNO
The system is OK.
The motorcycle can be ridden.
YESNO
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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2
3
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6
7
8
9
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w8Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer
regarding any control or func-
tion that you do not thorough-
ly understand.
8Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
8Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss
of control.
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Starting the engineIn order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
8The transmission is in the neutral
position.
8The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
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w8Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system
according to the procedure
described on page 3-11.
8Never ride with the sidestand
down.
1.Turn the fuel cock lever to ÒONÓ.
2.Turn the key to ÒONÓ and make
sure that the engine stop switch
is set to Ò#Ó.
3.Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.NOTE:
When the transmission is in the neu-
tral position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.1.Arrow mark positioned over ÒONÓ
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