2001 YAMAHA XVS250 steering wheel

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY .................1-1
DESCRIPTION ...................................................2-1
Left view ............................................................. 2-1
Right view...........................................................2-2
Controls and instruments ................................... 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ....3-1
Main switch/steering lock ..................................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ..............................3-2
Speedometer unit ..............................................3-3
Self-diagnosis device ........................................3-3
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................................3-3
Handlebar switches ...........................................3-4
Clutch lever .......................................................3-5
Shift pedal .........................................................3-5
Brake lever ........................................................3-6
Brake pedal .......................................................3-6
Fuel tank cap .....................................................3-6
Fuel ...................................................................3-7
Fuel cock ...........................................................3-8
Starter (choke) lever ..........................................3-9
Helmet holder ....................................................3-9
Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies ....... 3-10
Sidestand ........................................................ 3-11
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........................... 3-11PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...............................4-1
Pre-operation check list .....................................4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................................5-1
Starting the engine ............................................5-1
Starting a warm engine .....................................5-2
Shifting ..............................................................5-3
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only) .....................................5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ...................5-4
Engine break-in .................................................5-4
Parking ..............................................................5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR................................................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit ..................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ......6-2
Removing and installing panels ........................6-5
Checking the spark plugs ..................................6-8
Engine oil and oil filter element .......................6-10
Cleaning the air filter element .........................6-12
Adjusting the carburetor ..................................6-14
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................6-15
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ...............6-15
Adjusting the valve clearance .........................6-16
Tires ................................................................6-16
Spoke wheels ..................................................6-19
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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 ............................................. 6-24
Lubricating the drive chain .............................. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the cables ............... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals .................................................. 6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers ................................................ 6-28
Checking and lubricating the sidestand .......... 6-28
Checking the front fork .................................... 6-28
Checking the steering ..................................... 6-29
Checking the wheel bearings .......................... 6-30
Battery ............................................................. 6-30
Replacing the fuses ........................................ 6-32
Replacing the headlight bulb ........................... 6-33
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ................... 6-35
Replacing a turn signal light bulb .................... 6-36
Supporting the motorcycle .............................. 6-36
Front wheel ..................................................... 6-37
Rear wheel ...................................................... 6-39Troubleshooting .............................................. 6-40
Troubleshooting chart ..................................... 6-41
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
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-3
6
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*Wheels• Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
• Tighten spokes if necessary.ÖÖÖÖ
11*Tires• Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.ÖÖÖÖ
12*Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or damage.ÖÖÖÖ
13*Swingarm• Check operation and for excessive play.ÖÖÖÖ
• Lubricate with molybdenum disulfide grease. Every 50,000 km
14 Drive chain• Check chain slack.
• Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.
• Clean and lubricate.Every 1,000 km and after washing
the motorcycle or riding in the rain.
15*Steering bearings• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.ÖÖÖÖÖ
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 20,000 km
16*Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.ÖÖÖÖ Ö
17 Sidestand• Check operation.
• Lubricate.ÖÖÖÖ Ö
18*Sidestand switch• Check operation.ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö
19*Front fork• Check operation and for oil leakage.ÖÖÖÖ
20*Rear shock absorber
assemblies• Check operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.ÖÖÖÖ
21*Carburetor• Check starter (choke) operation.
• Adjust engine idling speed.ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö
22 Engine oil• Change.ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö
23 Engine oil filter element• Replace.ÖÖÖ
24*Front and rear brake
switches• Check operation.ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö
25 Moving parts and cables• Lubricate.ÖÖÖÖ Ö NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (´1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-29
6 To check the operation
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
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CAUTION:_ If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it. _
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Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
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WARNING
_ Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over. _
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the
steering.
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