2013 YAMAHA XV1900A 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 ......................3-10
Clutch lever ...................................3-11
Shift pedal .....................................3-12
Brake lever ...................................3-12
Brake pedal ..................................3-12
Fuel tank cap ................................3-13
Fuel ...............................................3-13
Fuel tank breather/ overflow hose ............................3-15
Catalytic converter ........................3-15
Rider seat .....................................3-16
Helmet holder ...............................3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ...................................3-17
EXUP system ...............................3-19
Sidestand ......................................3-19
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 ................................... 6-29
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Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ... 6-30
Supporting the motorcycle ............ 6-30
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-31
Troubleshooting chart ................... 6-32
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
6-26
6If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAU38455
Replacing a headlight bulb This model features a headlight
equipped with two halogen bulbs. If the
high beam or the low beam 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-
1. Fuse box
2. Auxiliary DC connector fuse
3. Signaling system fuse
4. Ignition fuse
5. Parking lighting fuse
6. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-tem)
7. Headlight fuse
8. Spare fuse
Specified fuses: Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
25.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 25.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Auxiliary DC connector fuse: 3.0 A
Parking lighting fuse: 10.0 A
Backup fuse:
3.0 A
1. Low beam headlight bulb
2. High beam headlight bulb
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6
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.
Removing the headlight unit
1. Remove the headlight body cover by removing the bolts.
2. Disconnect the coupler shown. 3. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the screws.
To replace the high beam headlight
bulb1. Remove the headlight bulb holder cover by turning it counterclock-
wise.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Bolt
2. Headlight body cover
1. Coupler
1. Screw
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62. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then unhook the headlight
bulb holder.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb. 4. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.
5. Connect the coupler, and then in- stall the headlight bulb holder cov-
er by turning it clockwise.
To replace the low beam headlight bulb
1. Disconnect the headlight coupler, and then remove the burnt-out
bulb by turning it counterclock-
wise.
2. Install a new bulb by turning it clockwise.
3. Connect the headlight coupler. Installing the headlight unit
1. Install the headlight unit by install- ing the screws.
2. Connect the coupler to the head- light body cover.
3. Install the headlight body cover by installing the bolts.
4. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
1. Headlight bulb holder cover
1. Headlight coupler
2. Headlight bulb holder
1. Headlight coupler
2. Headlight bulb
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6
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
21
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6
EAU40763
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb This model is equipped with two auxil-
iary lights. If an auxiliary light bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.1. Remove the headlight unit. (See page 6-26.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light bulb socket (together with the coupler)
by turning the socket counterclock-
wise.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull- ing it out. 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the
coupler) by pushing it in and turn-
ing it clockwise.
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
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
1. Auxiliary light bulb
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Battery:Model:GT14B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 12.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Low beam headlight:
12 V, 51.0 W × 1
High beam headlight: 12 V, 55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 21.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 21.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 2
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Fuses:Main fuse:50.0 A
Headlight fuse: 25.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 25.0 A
Parking lighting fuse: 10.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Auxiliary DC connector fuse: 3.0 A
Backup fuse: 3.0 A
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