2014 YAMAHA XV950 Owners Manual

SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
5th:1.042 (25/24)
Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle: 29.00 °
Trail: 130 mm (5.1 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 100/90-19M/C 57H
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G721 FRear tire:Type: Tubeless
Size:
150/80B16M/C 71H
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G722 FLoading:Maximum load:
For non-ABS models 206 kg (454 lb)
For ABS models 202 kg (445 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/cm², 33 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Loading condition:
For non-ABS models 90–206 kg (198–454
lb)
For ABS models 90–202 kg (198–445 lb)
Front:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size:
19M/C x MT2.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size:
16M/C x MT3.50Front 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: 120.0 mm (4.72 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
70.0 mm (2.76 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, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light: LED
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SPECIFICATIONS
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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 × 1
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: EL (Electroluminescent)
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Oil level warning light: LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
ABS warning light:
For ABS models LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LEDFuses:Main fuse:
40.0 A
Headlight fuse: 20.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse: 15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: For ABS models 7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: For ABS models 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
For ABS models 15.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
9-1
9
EAU48613
Id entification num bersRecord the vehicle identification num-
ber and model label information in the
spaces provided below for assistance
when ordering spare parts from a
Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26401
Vehicle i dentification num ber
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.TIPThe vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in your
area.
EAU26471
Mo del la bel
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the rider seat. (See page 3-16.)
Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information
will be needed when ordering spare
parts from a Yamaha dealer.
1. Vehicle identification number
1
1. Model label
1
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INDEXAABS (for ABS models) ........................... 3-11
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-4
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-32BBattery .................................................. 6-26
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-23
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-22
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-20
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-19
Brake lever ............................................ 3-10
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-17
Brake light switches.............................. 6-18
Brake pedal........................................... 3-11CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-21
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-14
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-16DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-8
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-21EEngine break-in....................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-10
Engine stop switch ................................. 3-9
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4FFront and rear brake pads, checking.... 6-18
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-24 Fuel ....................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ......... 3-14
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-27
HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-8
Hazard switch......................................... 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-29
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-3
Horn switch ............................................ 3-9IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-18
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-3LLicense plate light ................................ 6-31MMain switch ............................................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system.................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-5NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-3OOil level warning light ............................. 3-3PPanel, removing and installing ............... 6-8 Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Pass switch .............................................3-8
RRESET switch .........................................3-9
Rider seat ..............................................3-16SSafety information ...................................1-1
SELECT switch .......................................3-9
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal .............................................3-10
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting .............................................3-17
Sidestand ..............................................3-17
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....6-23
Spark plugs, checking ............................6-8
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Start switch .............................................3-9
Steering, checking ................................6-25
Steering lock .........................................3-15
Storage ...................................................7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-32
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-24TTail/brake light ......................................6-30
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ...........................................6-22
Throttle grip free play, checking ...........6-13
Tires ......................................................6-14
Tool kit ....................................................6-2
Troubleshooting ....................................6-33
Troubleshooting chart ...........................6-34
Turn signal indicator light........................3-3
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INDEX
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ........... 6-31
Turn signal switch................................... 3-8VValve clearance .................................... 6-14
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 6-25
Wheels .................................................. 6-16
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