2012 YAMAHA XVS950 bulb

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 lights and warning lights ............................................3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-5
Handlebar switches ........................3-8
Clutch lever ...................................3-10
Shift pedal .....................................3-10
Brake lever ...................................3-11
Brake pedal ..................................3-11
Fuel tank cap ................................3-11
Fuel ...............................................3-12
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ..........................................3-13
Catalytic converter ........................3-14
Rider seat .....................................3-14
Helmet holder ...............................3-15
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ...................................3-16
Sidestand ......................................3-17
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-18 FOR YOUR SAFETY
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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
Removing and installing the
panel ........................................... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-9
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-12
Checking the throttle grip free play ........................................... 6-13
Valve clearance ............................ 6-13
Tires ............................................. 6-13
Cast wheels .................................. 6-15
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ........................................... 6-15 Adjusting the brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-16
Brake light switches ..................... 6-17
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-17
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-18
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-19
Drive belt slack ............................ 6-20
Checking and lubricating the cables ....................................... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals .............. 6-21
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............ 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-23
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ........................................ 6-23
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-23
Checking the front fork ................. 6-24
Checking the steering .................. 6-24
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-25
Battery ......................................... 6-25
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-26
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-28
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ........................................... 6-29
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ........................................... 6-30U26PE3E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 7, 2011 5:19 PM

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Replacing a license plate light bulb ........................................... 6-30
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ... 6-31
Supporting the motorcycle ............ 6-32
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-33
Troubleshooting chart ................... 6-34
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE .......................................... 7-1
Matte color caution ......................... 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ...........................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ............. 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-28
6
EAU48512
Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a halogen
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10650
Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:

Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.


Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of a
wattage higher than specified.
1. Remove the headlight unit by re-moving the screws.
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler, and then remove the bulb cover. 3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into po- sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Screw
1
1. Headlight coupler
2. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight bulb holder
1
2
1
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65. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
TIPWhen installing the headlight bulb cov-
er, make sure the “TOP ” mark faces up-
wards.6. Install the headlight unit by install- ing the screws.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
EAU24133
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove the tail/brake light lens byremoving the screws.
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 installing the screws. NOTICE: Do not over-
tighten the screws, otherwise
the lens may break.
[ECA10681]
1. “TOP ” mark
TOP
1
1. Screw
1
1. Tail/brake light bulb
1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-30
6
EAU24212
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal lens by re-moving the screws.
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 installing the screws. NOTICE: Do not over-
tighten the screws, otherwise
the lens may break.
[ECA10681] EAU24324
Replacing a license plate light
bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the nuts, washers and
rubber dampers.
2. Remove the license plate light lens by removing the nuts and washers.
1. Screw
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Turn signal light bulb
2
1
1. Nut
2. Washer
3. Rubber damper
123
123
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63. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the license plate light lens by installing the washers and the
nuts. 6. Install the license plate light unit by
installing the rubber dampers,
washers and the nuts.
EAU45224
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re-
place it as follows.1. Remove the headlight unit. (See page 6-28.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by
pulling it out.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull- ing it out.
1. Nut
2. Washer
1. License plate light bulb
1
2
1
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
1
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6
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the headlight unit.
EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel 1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing a jack either under each side of the
frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
1. Auxiliary light bulb
1
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
5th:1.042 (25/24)
Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle: 32.16 °
Trail: 145 mm (5.7 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 130/70-18M/C 63H
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G721 J
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/D404FRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 170/70B16M/C 75H
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G722 J
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/K555Loading:Maximum load: 210 kg (463 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 (2.25 kgf/cm ², 33 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm ², 36 psi)
Loading condition:
90– 210 kg (198 –463 lb)
Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm ², 33 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm ², 36 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size: 18M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 16M/C x MT4.50Front brake:Type:Single disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:Single disc brake Operation:
Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
135.0 mm (5.31 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 110.0 mm (4.33 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ14S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 11.2 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55 W × 1
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