2012 YAMAHA XV1900A brake light

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instrume nts.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .... .....................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights ............................................3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-5
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-10
Handlebar switches ......................3-10
Clutch lever ...................................3-12
Shift pedal .... ............................ .....3-12
Brake lever ...................................3-12
Brake pedal ..................................3-13
Fuel tank cap ................................3-13
Fuel ...............................................3-14
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose ..........................................3-15
Catalytic converter ........................3-15
Rider seat .....................................3-16
Helmet holder ...............................3-17
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-18
EXUP system ...............................3-19
Sidestand ......................................3-20 Ignition circuit cut-
off system ........ 3-20
Auxiliary DC connector ................. 3-22
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-9
Transfer case oil ........................... 6-12
Air filter element ........................... 6-12
Checking the throttle grip free play ........................................... 6-13
Valve clearance ............................ 6-13
Tires ............................................. 6-13
Cast wheels .................................. 6-15 Clutch lever .................................. 6-15
Checking the brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-16
Brake light switches ..................... 6-16
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-17
Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels ................................. 6-17
Changing the brake and clutch fluids ......................................... 6-19
Drive belt slack ............................ 6-19
Checking and lubricating the cables ....................................... 6-20
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-20
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals .............. 6-21
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............ 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-22
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-22
Checking the front fork ................. 6-23
Checking the steering .................. 6-23
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-24
Battery ......................................... 6-24
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-25
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-26
Tail/brake light ............................. 6-29
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ........................................... 6-29U1CRE1E0.book Page 1 Mond ay, October 3, 2011 8:45 AM

DESCRIPTION
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Left view
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2
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11 10 9
3,4
5
6
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1. Headlight (page 6-26)
2. Seat lock (page 3-16)
3. Main fuse (page 6-25)
4. Battery (page 6-24)
5. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2)
6. License plate light (page 6-29)
7. Tail/brake light (page 6-29)
8. Engine oil drain bolt B (crankcase) (page 6-9)9. Engine oil drain bolt A (crankcase) (page 6-9)
10.Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-9)
11.Shift pedal (page 3-12)
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view1. Helmet holder (page 3-17)
2. Fuel injection system fuse (page 6-25)
3. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-17)
4. Fuse box (page 6-25)
5. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-9)
6. Fuel tank cap (page 3-13)
7. Brake pedal (page 3-13)
8. Rear brake light switch (page 6-16)9. Engine oil drain bolt
(oil tank) (page 6-9)
10.Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut (page 3-18)U1CRE1E0.book Page 2 Monday, October 3, 2011 8:45 AM

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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21*Rear suspension re-
lay arm and con-
necting arm
pivoting points Check operation.
√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √√
22 Engine oil Change.
Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage. √√√√√√
23 Engine oil filter car-
tridge Replace.
√√√
24 *Transfer case oil Check oil level.
√√
Change. √√√
25 *Front and rear brake
switches Check operation.
√√√√√√
26 Moving parts and
cables Lubricate.
√√√√√
27 *Throttle grip Check operation.
Check throttle grip free play, and
adjust if necessary.
Lubricate cable and grip housing. √√√√√
28 *Lights, signals and
switches Check operation.
Adjust headlight beam.
√√√√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
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EAU37913
Checking the brake lever free
play There should be no free play at the
brake lever end. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
WARNING
EWA14211
A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
lever can indicate the presence of air
in the hydraulic system. If there is air
in the hydraulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer bleed the system be- fore operating the vehicle. Air in the
hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control and an acci-
dent.
EAU22273
Brake light switches The brake light, which is activated by
the brake pedal and brake lever, should
come on just before braking takes ef-
fect. If necessary, adjust the rear brake
light switch as follows, but the front
brake light switch should be adjusted
by a Yamaha dealer.
Turn the rear brake light switch adjust-
ing nut while holding the rear brake light
switch in place. To make the brake light
come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut
in direction (a). To make the brake light
come on later, turn the adjusting nut in
direction (b).
1. No brake lever free play
1
1. Rear brake light switch
2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut
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EAU24181
Tail/brake light This model is equipped with an LED-
type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU38382
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lensby removing the screw, and then
turning the lens counterclockwise.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by turning it clock- wise, and then installing the screw.
NOTICE: Do not overtighten the
screw, otherwise the lens may
break.
[ECA11191] EAU24330
License plate light If the license plate light does not come
on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit or replace the bulb.
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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7off any detergent residue using
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.
●
Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
●
Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.
●
For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield. Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing compound after
washing.
After normal useRemove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive in
combination with water, carry out the
following steps after each ride in the
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed
roads.
TIPSalt sprayed on roads in the winter may
remain well into spring.1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa-
ter and a mild detergent, after the
engine has cooled down.
NOTICE: Do not use warm water
since it increases the corrosive
action of the salt.
[ECA10791]
2. After drying the motorcycle, apply a corrosion protection spray on all
metal, including chrome- and nick-
el-plated, surfaces to prevent cor-
rosion.
After cleaning 1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
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3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted and chrome-plat- ed surfaces. Avoid combination
cleaner waxes, many of which
contain abrasives that may mar
the paint or protective finish.
7. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA11131
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.●
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
●
If necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac-
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher speeds, test the motorcycle’s
braking performance and cor-
nering behavior.
NOTICE
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●
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
●
Never apply oil or wax to the
drive belt.
●
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
●
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIP●
Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
●
Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
EAU26282
Storage Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the motor-
cycle.NOTICE
ECA10810
●
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
●
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter.
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