INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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 en-
able you to plan future fuel stops.
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.
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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.
1. Tripmeter reset knob
2. Speedometer
3. Odometer
4. Tripmeter
1. Turn signal switch
2. Pass switch “ ”
3. Dimmer switch
4. Horn switch “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Pass switch “ ”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
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Dimmer switch
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Start switch “ ”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
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CAUTION:@ See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine. @
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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.
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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.
1. Start switch “ ”
2. Engine stop switch
3. Light switch
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10-INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning ...................... 6-13
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-3BBattery ................................................... 6-29
Brake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating ..................................... 6-26
Brake and shift pedals, checking
and lubricating ..................................... 6-26
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-25
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-24
Brake lever...............................................3-6
Brake lever free play, adjusting .............. 6-20
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-22
Brake pads and shoes, checking ........... 6-23
Brake pedal..............................................3-6
Brake pedal position and free play,
adjusting .............................................. 6-21CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-25
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-14
Care.........................................................7-1
Clutch lever ..............................................3-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-19
Conversion table ......................................8-6DDimmer switch .........................................3-4EEngine break-in........................................5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element.................6-9
Engine stop switch ...................................3-4
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-2FFinal gear oil .......................................... 6-11
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-27
Fuel ......................................................... 3-7
Fuel cock ................................................. 3-8
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-7
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-31HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-3
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-32
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-12
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Idling speed, adjusting ........................... 6-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................. 3-16
Indicator and warning lights ..................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLight switch.............................................. 3-4
Luggage strap holders ........................... 3-15MMain switch/steering lock ......................... 3-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2
NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2PPanels, removing and installing ................6-5
Parking.....................................................5-5
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-4
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .....................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seats (XVS650) .....................................3-10
Passenger seat.................................3-10
Rider seat .........................................3-10
Seats (XVS650A) ...................................3-11
Passenger seat.................................3-11
Rider seat .........................................3-11
Shifting .....................................................5-3
Shift pedal (XVS650)................................3-5
Shift pedal (XVS650A) .............................3-5
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ......3-14
Sidestand ...............................................3-15
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .......6-27
Spark plugs, checking ..............................6-7
Specifications ...........................................8-1
Speedometer unit.....................................3-3
Starter (choke) knob.................................3-9
Starting a warm engine ............................5-2
Starting the engine ...................................5-1
Start switch ..............................................3-4
Steering, checking..................................6-28
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