TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION
................. 1-1
Further safe-riding points ................ 1-5
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 .................................. 3-5
Fuel gauge ...................................... 3-5
Coolant temperature gauge ............ 3-6
Multi-function display ...................... 3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ............. 3-11
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-11
Front brake lever .......................... 3-13
Rear brake lever ........................... 3-13
Rear brake lock lever .................... 3-14
ABS (for ABS models) .................. 3-15
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-16
Fuel ............................................... 3-17
Catalytic converter ........................ 3-18
Seat .............................................. 3-19
Adjusting the rider backrest .......... 3-19
Helmet holder ............................... 3-20
Storage compartments ................. 3-21
Rear view mirrors ......................... 3-22Shock absorber assembly ............ 3-23
Sidestand ..................................... 3-23
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-24
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS
................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Starting off ...................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 5-2
Braking ........................................... 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-4
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT
................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-3
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-6
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-9
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-10
Chain drive oil .............................. 6-13
Coolant ......................................... 6-14
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-16Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-16
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-17
Valve clearance ........................... 6-17
Tires ............................................. 6-18
Cast wheels ................................. 6-19
Front and rear brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-20
Adjusting the rear brake lock
lever cable ................................ 6-20
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-23
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .............................. 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-24
Checking the front fork ................. 6-25
Checking the steering .................. 6-26
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-26
Battery .......................................... 6-26
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-28
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-30
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-31
Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb ................................... 6-31
Rear turn signal light bulb ............. 6-32
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-5
2
3
4
5
67
8
9
EAU38262
TIP
Engine air filter and V-belt air filters
This model’s engine air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with
compressed air to avoid damaging it.
The engine air filter element needs to be replaced and the V-belt air filter elements need to be serviced more frequent-
ly when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake service
After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always change the fluid. Regularly check the brake fluid
levels and fill the reservoirs as required.
Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake
fluid.
Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
25 *
Throttle grip
housing and cable
Check operation and free play.
Adjust the throttle cable free
play if necessary.
Lubricate the throttle grip
housing and cable.
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26 *
Lights, signals and
switches
Check operation.
Adjust headlight beam.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
(24000 mi)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-16
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
EAU45021
Replacing the air filter element
The air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
To replace the air filter element
1. Remove panels C and D. (See
page 6-6.)
2. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
3. Pull the air filter element out.4. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case.
NOTICE:
Make
sure that the air filter element is
properly seated in the air filter
case. The engine should never
be operated without the air filter
element installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively worn.
[ECA10481]
5. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws.
6. Install the panels.
EAU33482
Adjusting the engine idling
speed
The engine idling speed must be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted as
follows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
The engine should be warm before
making this adjustment.
1. Remove panel F. (See page 6-6.)
2. Check the engine idling speed
and, if necessary, adjust it to spec-
ification by turning the idle adjust-
ing screw. To increase the engine
idling speed, turn the screw in di-
rection (a). To decrease the en-
gine idling speed, turn the screw in
direction (b).
1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover
2
1
1
1. Air filter element
1
8-1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
SPECIFICATIONS
EAU2633X
Dimensions:
Overall length:
2195 mm (86.4 in)
Overall width:
775 mm (30.5 in)
Overall height:
1445 mm (56.9 in)
Seat height:
800 mm (31.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1580 mm (62.2 in)
Ground clearance:
125 mm (4.92 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2800 mm (110.2 in)
Weight:
With oil and fuel:
XP500 221.0 kg (487 lb)
XP500A 225.0 kg (496 lb)
Engine:
Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined parallel 2-cylinder
Displacement:
499 cm
3
Bore
×
stroke:
66.0
×
73.0 mm (2.60
×
2.87 in)
Compression ratio:
11.00 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Dry sump
Engine oil:
Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
Type:
SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
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:
SAE 80 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):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.48 L (1.56 US qt, 1.30 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
15.0 L (3.96 US gal, 3.30 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:
Throttle body:
ID mark:
4B51 00
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
×
36/22 (2.659)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
41/25
×
40/29 (2.262)
Transmission type:
V-belt automatic
Operation:
Centrifugal automatic type
Chassis:
Frame type:
Diamond
Caster angle:
25.00 °
Trail:
92.0 mm (3.62 in)
INDEX
A
ABS (for ABS models) ............................ 3-15
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ......... 3-4
Acceleration and deceleration................... 5-2
Air filter element, replacing ..................... 6-16
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................ 3-11
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing .................. 6-33
B
Battery..................................................... 6-26
Brake fluid, changing .............................. 6-23
Brake fluid level, checking ...................... 6-22
Brake lever, front..................................... 3-13
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 3-13
Brake levers, lubricating.......................... 6-24
Braking ...................................................... 5-3
C
Care .......................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converter .................................. 3-18
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ...................................... 6-24
Chain drive oil ......................................... 6-13
Coolant.................................................... 6-14
Coolant temperature gauge ...................... 3-6
D
Dimmer switch ........................................ 3-12
E
Engine break-in ......................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed................................. 6-16
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-10
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-12
Engine trouble warning light...................... 3-3
F
Front and rear brake lever free play........ 6-20
Front and rear brake pads, checking ...... 6-21Front fork, checking ................................. 6-25
Fuel.......................................................... 3-17
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........... 5-3
Fuel gauge................................................. 3-5
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-16
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-28
H
Handlebar switches ................................. 3-11
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-30
Helmet holder .......................................... 3-20
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-3
Horn switch .............................................. 3-12
I
Identification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-24
Immobilizer system .................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light.............. 3-4
Indicator and warning lights ....................... 3-3
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........... 6-32
M
Main switch/steering lock........................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ....... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system...... 6-2
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-1
Multi-function display ................................. 3-6
P
Panels, removing and installing ................. 6-6
Parking ...................................................... 5-4
Part locations ............................................. 2-1
Pass switch.............................................. 3-12
R
Rear brake lock lever .............................. 3-14
Rear brake lock lever cable, adjusting .... 6-20
Rear view mirrors .................................... 3-22
Rider backrest, adjusting......................... 3-19
S
Safe-riding points ...................................... 1-5
Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-19
Shock absorber assembly ....................... 3-23
Sidestand ................................................ 3-23
Spark plugs, checking ............................... 6-9
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Speedometer............................................. 3-5
Starting off ................................................. 5-2
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-12
Steering, checking................................... 6-26
Storage...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments ............................ 3-21
T
Tail/brake light ......................................... 6-31
Throttle cable free play, checking ........... 6-17
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating.............................................. 6-23
Tires ........................................................ 6-18
Tool kit....................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ...................................... 6-33
Troubleshooting charts............................ 6-34
Turn signal indicator lights ........................ 3-3
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing .... 6-31
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-12