2004 YAMAHA XVS650A oil level

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-20
6 indicator grooves have almost disap-
peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace
the brake pads as a set.
EAU22540
Rear brake shoes
The rear brake is provided with a wear
indicator, which allows you to check the
brake shoe wear without having to dis-
assemble the brake. To check the
brake shoe wear, check the position of
the wear indicator while applying the
brake. If a brake shoe has worn to the
point that the wear indicator reaches
the wear limit line, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the brake shoes as a
set.
EAU22580
Checking the brake fluid level Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake system, possibly caus-
ing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:

When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.


Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.


Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.


Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake fluid reservoir when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.


Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.


As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
1. Brake shoe wear limit line
2. Brake shoe wear indicator
1. Minimum level mark
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-23
6
EAU23200
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand The operation of the sidestand should
be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
WARNING
EWA10730
If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamahadealer check or repair it.
EAU23271
Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
WARNING
EWA10750
Securely support the vehicle so thatthere is no danger of it falling over.
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur-
pose grease)
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur-
pose grease)
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INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning..................... 6-11
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................ 3-5
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-29BBattery................................................... 6-25
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-22
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-22
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-20
Brake lever .............................................. 3-7
Brake lever free play, adjusting............. 6-17
Brake pads and shoes, checking .......... 6-19
Brake pedal ............................................. 3-8
Brake pedal position and free play,
adjusting ............................................. 6-18CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-21
Carburetors, adjusting........................... 6-12
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-10
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-7
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-16DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-6EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed............................... 6-12
Engine oil and oil filter element ............... 6-7
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 5-2
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-6
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-4
FFinal gear oil ......................................... 6-10
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-23
Fuel......................................................... 3-9
Fuel cock .............................................. 3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 3-8
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-26HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-5
Hazard switch ......................................... 3-6
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-27
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-12
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ............................................. 3-6IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-15
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-4
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLuggage strap holders .......................... 3-14MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Model label ............................................. 9-2NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-3PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-5
Parking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1Pass switch ............................................. 3-6
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ...................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-19SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-11
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-13
Sidestand .............................................. 3-15
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-23
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-6
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit .................................... 3-5
Starter (choke) knob.............................. 3-11
Starting a cold engine ............................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-6
Steering, checking................................. 6-24
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-13
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-30TThrottle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-13
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-21
Tires ...................................................... 6-14
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-35
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-3
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