2001 YAMAHA XVS125 turn signal

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
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EAU03034
Indicator and warning lights
EAU00063
High beam indicator light Ò&Ó
This indicator light comes on when
the high beam of the headlight is
switched on.
EAU00057
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
EAU00061
Neutral indicator light ÒNÓ
This indicator light comes on when
the transmission is in the neutral
position.
EAU03182
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
EAU01087
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
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NOTE:
Only for the German model equipped
with a speed limiter:
The speed limiter prevents the motor-
cycle from exceeding a riding speed
of 80 km/h.
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
EAU00119
Pass switch
Press this switch to flash the head-
light.
EAU00121
Dimmer switch
Set this switch to Ò&Ó for the high
beam and to Ò%Ó for the low beam.1.Pass switch
2.Dimmer switch
3.Turn signal switch
4.Horn switch Ò*Ó
1
2
3
4
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
EAU00134
Light switch
Set this switch to Ò
'
Ó to turn on the
auxiliary light, meter lighting and tail-
light. Set the switch to Ò:Ó to turn on
the headlight also.
EAU00138
Engine stop switch
Set this switch to Ò$Ó to stop the
engine in case of an emergency,
such as when the motorcycle over-
turns or when the throttle cable is
stuck.1.Engine stop switch
2.Light switch
3.Start switch Ò,Ó
1
2
3
EAU00143
Start switch Ò,Ó
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
EC000005
cCSee page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
EAU00127
Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to Ò6Ó. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to Ò4Ó. When
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn
signal lights, push the switch in after
it has returned to the center position.
EAU00129
Horn switch Ò*Ó
Press this switch to sound the horn.1.Pass switch
2.Dimmer switch
3.Turn signal switch
4.Horn switch Ò*Ó
1
2
3
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
EC000103
cCDo not use a fuse of a higher
amperage rating than recommend-
ed to avoid causing extensive
damage to the electrical system
and possibly a fire.3.Turn the key to ÒONÓ and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4.If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAU03188
Replacing the headlight bulbThis motorcycle is equipped with a
quartz bulb headlight. If the headlight
bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1.Remove the headlight unit by
removing the screws.1.Headlight unit
2.Screw (´2)
1
2
2.Remove the blown fuse, and
then install a new fuse of the
specified amperage.1.Main fuse
2.Spare fuse
3.Headlight fuse
4.Ignition fuse
5.Signaling system fuse
6.Carburetor heater fuse
7.Spare fuse (´2)
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1Specified fuses:
Main fuse:30 A
Ignition fuse:10 A
Signaling system fuse:10 A
Headlight fuse:15 A
Carburetor heater fuse:10 A
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6.Install the headlight unit by
installing the screws.
7.Have a Yamaha dealer adjust
the headlight beam if necessary.
EAU03218
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb1.Remove the turn signal lens by
removing the screws.1.Lens
2.Screw (´2)
2
1
EC000105
cCDo not touch the glass part of the
headlight bulb to keep it free from
oil, otherwise the transparency of
the glass, the luminosity of the
bulb, and the bulb life will be
adversely affected. Thoroughly
clean off any dirt and fingerprints
on the headlight bulb using a cloth
moistened with alcohol or thinner.5.Install the bulb cover, and then
connect the coupler.a.Do not touch this area.
a
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
Battery
TypeGT6B-3
Voltage, capacity12 V, 6 Ah
Headlight typeHalogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage ´quantity
Headlight12 V, 60/55 W ´1
Tail/brake light12 V, 5/21 W ´1
Front flasher light12 V, 21 W ´2
Rear flasher light12 V, 21 W ´2
Auxiliary light12 V, 4 W ´1
Meter lighting12 V, 1.7 W ´1
Neutral indicator light12 V, 1.7 W ´1
High beam indicator light12 V, 1.7 W ´1
Turn indicator light12 V, 1.7 W ´1
Engine indicator light12 V, 1.7 W ´1
Fuses
Main fuse30 A
Headlight fuse15 A
Signaling system fuse10 A
Ignition fuse10 A
Carburetor heater fuse10 A
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