PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel
Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-13
Engine oil
Check oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-11
Chain drive oil
Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-14
Coolant
Check coolant level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
Check cooling system for leakage.6-15
Front brake
Check 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.6-23, 6-24
Rear brake
Check 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.6-23, 6-24
Throttle grip
Make sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable
and grip housing.6-19, 6-25
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EAU19854
Engine oil and oil filter
cartridge
The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car-
tridge replaced at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
CAUTION:
ECA11290
The engine must be cold before pro-
ceeding with the oil level check, oth-
erwise the check will result in a false
reading.
NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is positioned
straight up when checking the oil level.
A slight tilt to the side can result in a
false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for two
minutes, and then turn it off.
3. Wait two minutes until the oil set-tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window located
at the bottom-left side of the crank-
case.
NOTE:
The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the engine oil is below the mini-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment)
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and drain bolt to drain the oil from
the crankcase.
1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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1. Engine oil filler cap
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NOTE:
Skip steps 4–6 if the oil filter cartridge is
not being replaced.
4. Remove the oil filter cartridge with
an oil filter wrench.
NOTE:
An oil filter wrench is available at a
Yamaha dealer.
5. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to
the O-ring of the new oil filter car-
tridge.
NOTE:
Make sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.
6. Install the new oil filter cartridge,
and then tighten it to the specified
torque with a torque wrench.7. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.
8. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and then
install and tighten the oil filler cap.
1. Engine oil drain bolt
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1. Oil filter wrench
2. Oil filter cartridge
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1. Torque wrench
Tightening torque:
Oil filter cartridge:
17 Nm (1.7 m·kgf, 12.3 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
43 Nm (4.3 m·kgf, 31.1 ft·lbf)
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CAUTION:
ECA11620
In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a high-
er quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.
Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
9. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
10. Turn the engine off, and thencheck the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
11. Reset the oil change indicator ac-
cording to the following procedure.
To reset the oil change indicator
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Hold the “OIL CHANGE” button
pushed for two to eight seconds.
3. Release the “OIL CHANGE” but-
ton, and the oil change indicator
will go off.
NOTE:
If the engine oil is changed before the
oil change indicator comes on (i.e. be-
fore the periodic oil change interval has
been reached), the indicator must bereset after the oil change for the next
periodic oil change to be indicated at
the correct time. To reset the oil change
indicator before the periodic oil change
interval has been reached, follow the
above procedure, but note that the indi-
cator will come on for 1.4 seconds after
releasing the “OIL CHANGE” button,
otherwise repeat the procedure.
Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment:
2.80 L (2.96 US qt) (2.46 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.90 L (3.07 US qt) (2.55 Imp.qt)
1. “OIL CHANGE” button
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Chain drive oil
The chain drive oil should be changed
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1. Remove panel F. (See page 6-6.)
2. Place an oil pan under the chain
drive case to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the oil filler cap and drain
bolt to drain the oil from the chain
drive case.
4. Install the chain drive oil drain bolt,
and then tighten it to the specified
torque.5. Add the specified amount of the
recommended oil.
6. Wipe the dipstick clean, insert it
into the oil filler hole (without
screwing it in), and then remove it
to check the oil level.
NOTE:
The chain drive oil should be between
the minimum and maximum level
marks.7. If the chain drive oil is below the
minimum level mark, add sufficient
oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.
8. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler
hole, and then tighten the oil filler
cap.
CAUTION:
ECA15010
Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the chain drive case.
Make sure that no oil gets on the
tire or wheel.
9. Check the chain drive case for oil
leakage. If leakage is found, check
for the cause.
1. Chain drive oil filler cap
2. Chain drive oil drain bolt
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Tightening torque:
Chain drive oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14.5 ft·lbf)
Recommended chain drive oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.70 L (0.74 US qt) (0.62 Imp.qt)
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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WARNING
EWA10740
If the centerstand or sidestand does
not move up and down smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair 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 that
there 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.
CAUTION:
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur-
pose grease)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:
Overall length:
2235 mm (88.0 in)
Overall width:
775 mm (30.5 in)
Overall height:
1410 mm (55.5 in)
Seat height:
795 mm (31.3 in)
Wheelbase:
1575 mm (62.0 in)
Ground clearance:
130 mm (5.12 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2800 mm (110.2 in)
Weight:
With oil and fuel:
XP500 227.0 kg (500 lb)
XP500A 232.0 kg (511 lb)
Engine:
Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined parallel 2-cylinder
Displacement:
499.0 cm
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Bore
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stroke:
66.0
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73.0 mm (2.60
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2.87 in)
Compression ratio:
11.00 :1Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Dry sump
Engine oil:
Type:
SAE10W30 or SAE10W40
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO stan-
dard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.80 L (2.96 US qt) (2.46 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.90 L (3.07 US qt) (2.55 Imp.qt)
Chain drive oil:
Type:
SAE80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
Quantity:
0.70 L (0.74 US qt) (0.62 Imp.qt)
Cooling system:
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark):
0.35 L (0.37 US qt) (0.31 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.50 L (1.59 US qt) (1.32 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:
Dry element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline onlyFuel tank capacity:
14.0 L (3.70 US gal) (3.08 Imp.gal)
Fuel injector:
Manufacturer:
AISAN
Model/quantity:
1100-87B60/1100-87B70
Spark plug (s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR7E
Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc automatic
Transmission:
Primary reduction system:
Spur gear/helical gear
Primary reduction ratio:
52/32
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36/22 (2.659)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
41/25
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40/29 (2.262)
Transmission type:
V-belt automatic
Operation:
Centrifugal automatic type
Chassis:
Frame type:
Diamond
Caster angle:
28.00 °
SPECIFICATIONS
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Trail:
95.0 mm (3.74 in)
Front tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70R14 M/C 55H
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D252F
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TH01F
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
160/60R15 M/C 67H
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D252
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TH01R
Loading:
Maximum load:
XP500 188 kg (414 lb)
XP500A 183 kg (403 lb)
* (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
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250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm
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Loading condition:
XP500 90–188 kg (198–414 lb)
XP500A 90–183 kg (198–403 lb)
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
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Rear:
280 kPa (41 psi) (2.80 kgf/cm
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Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
14M/C x MT3.50
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
15M/C x MT5.00
Front brake:
Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Left hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
120.0 mm (4.72 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
117.0 mm (4.61 in)
Electrical system:
Ignition system:
Transistorized coil ignition (digital)
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 Ah
Headlight:
Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage
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quantity:
Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55.0 W
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Headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W
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