2005 YAMAHA XVS1100A brake

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ............3-3
Speedometer unit ...........................3-5
Handlebar switches ........................3-6
Clutch lever .....................................3-7
Shift pedal .......................................3-7
Brake lever .....................................3-8
Brake pedal ....................................3-8
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-8
Fuel .................................................3-9
Catalytic converter ........................3-10
Fuel cock ......................................3-10
Starter (choke) lever .....................3-11
Seats ............................................3-12
Helmet holder ...............................3-13
Storage compartment ...................3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-14
Luggage strap holders ..................3-16
Sidestand ......................................3-16
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-17PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
Pre-operation check list .................. 4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting a cold engine .................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine .................. 5-2
Shifting ........................................... 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-4
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-2
Removing and installing the
panel ........................................... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-5
Engine oil ....................................... 6-7
Final gear oil ................................... 6-9
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-10
Adjusting the carburetors ............. 6-11
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-11
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-12
Adjusting the valve clearance ...... 6-12
Tires ............................................. 6-13Spoke wheels .............................. 6-15
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-15
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-16
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-17
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-17
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-18
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-19
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-19
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-19
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-20
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-20
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-21
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-21
Checking the front fork ................. 6-21
Checking the steering .................. 6-22
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-23
Battery ......................................... 6-23
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-24
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-26
Replacing a turn signal light bulb
or the tail/brake light bulb ......... 6-27U5YSE0E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 8, 2004 2:04 PM

DESCRIPTION
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Right view1. Battery (page 6-23)
2. Main fuse (page 6-24)
3. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
4. Air filter element (page 6-10)
5. Brake pedal (page 3-8)
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments1. Clutch lever (page 3-7)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6)
3. Starter (choke) lever (page 3-11)
4. Speedometer unit (page 3-5)
5. Fuel tank cap (page 3-8)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-6)
7. Throttle grip (page 6-12)
8. Brake lever (page 3-8)U5YSE0E0.book Page 3 Tuesday, June 8, 2004 2:04 PM

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
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Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
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Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap
Slide the lock cover open, insert the key
into the lock, and then 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. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the key inserted
in the lock and with the “” mark
facing forward.
1. Brake lever
1. Brake pedal
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2.“” mark
3. Unlock.
4. Lock.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
FuelCheck fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-9
Engine oilCheck oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-7
Final gear oilCheck vehicle for oil leakage. 6-9
Front brakeCheck operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-16, 6-17, 6-18
Rear brakeCheck operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-17, 6-18
ClutchCheck operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-15
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Throttle gripMake sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-12, 6-19
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.6-19
Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-13, 6-15
Brake and shift pedalsMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.6-20
Brake and clutch leversMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-20
SidestandMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-21
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switchesCheck operation.
Correct if necessary.—
Sidestand switchCheck operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.3-16 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart NOTE:

The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed in-
stead.


From 50000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km.


Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technicalskills.
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
1*Fuel lineCheck fuel hoses for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
2*Fuel filterCheck condition.√√
3 Spark plugsCheck condition.
Clean and regap.√√
Replace.√√
4*ValvesCheck valve clearance.
Adjust.√√√√
5 Air filter elementClean.√√
Replace.√√
6ClutchCheck operation.
Adjust.√√√√√
7*Front brakeCheck operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.√√√√√ √
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
8*Rear brakeCheck operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.√√√√√ √
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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9*Brake hosesCheck for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
Replace. Every 4 years
10*WheelsCheck runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
Tighten spokes if necessary.√√√√
11*TiresCheck tread depth and for damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.√√√√ √
12*Wheel bearingsCheck bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
13*SwingarmCheck operation and for excessive play.√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50000 km
14*Steering bearingsCheck bearing play and steering for roughness.√√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 20000 km
15*Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.√√√√ √
16 SidestandCheck operation.
Lubricate.√√√√ √
17*Sidestand switchCheck operation.√√√√√ √
18*Front forkCheck operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
19*Shock absorber assem-
blyCheck operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.√√√√
20*Rear suspension relay
arm and connecting
arm pivoting pointsCheck operation.√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.√√
21*CarburetorsCheck starter (choke) operation.
Adjust engine idling speed and synchronization.√√√√√ √ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
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