2015 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 .................................... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-3
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-5
Handlebar switches ........................ 3-8
Clutch lever .................................... 3-9
Shift pedal .................................... 3-10
Brake lever.................................... 3-10
Brake pedal .................................. 3-10
ABS .............................................. 3-11
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-12
Fuel ............................................... 3-12
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose .......................................... 3-14
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-14
Steering lock................................. 3-15
Seat .............................................. 3-15
Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies ................................ 3-16
Sidestand ..................................... 3-17
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-18 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 ................................ 5-4
Engine break-in ............................... 5-4
Parking ............................................ 5-5
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 Checking 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 ............................. 6-19
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 swingarm pivots......................................... 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 the headlight bulb ........ 6-27
Replacing the auxiliary light bulb .......................................... 6-28
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-29
Replacing a turn signal light
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-27
6
EAU63180
Replacing the hea dlig ht bul bThis model is equipped with a halogen
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10661
Do not touch the g lass part of the
hea dlig ht bul b to keep it free from
oil, otherwise the transparency of
the glass, the luminosity of the b ulb,
an d the bul b life will be ad versely af-
fected . Thorou ghly clean off any d irt
an d fin gerprints on the head light
b ul b using a cloth moistene d with al-
cohol or thinner.1. Remove the headlight unit by re- moving the screws. 2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the headlight
bulb cover.
3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder, and then remove the burnt-out
bulb. 4. Place a new headlight bulb into
position, and then secure it with
the bulb holder.
5. Install the bulb cover, and then connect the coupler.
TIPWhen installing the headlight bulb cov-
er, make sure the “TOP” mark faces
upwards.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Screw
1. Headlight bulb cover
2. Headlight coupler
1
1
2
1. Headlight bulb holder
1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-28
66. Install the headlight unit by install-
ing the screws.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
EAU45226
Replacin g the auxiliary li ght
b ul b If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re-
place it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit. (See page 6-27.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by
pulling it out.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pulling it out. 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.
1. “TOP” mark
1
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
1
1. Auxiliary light bulb
1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-29
6
EAU24182
Tail/brake li ghtThis 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.
EAU24215
Replacin g a turn sig nal light
b ul b1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise. 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-
ti ghten the screws, otherwise
the lens may break.
[ECA10682]
1. Screw
2. Turn signal light lens
2
1
1. Turn signal light bulb
1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-30
6
EAU24331
License plate lightIf the license plate light does not come
on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit or replace the bulb.
EAU24351
Supportin g the motorcycleSince this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other mainte-
nance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motorcy-
cle is in a stable and level position be-
fore starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed un-
der the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcy- cle by using a motorcycle stand
or, if an additional motorcycle
stand is not available, by placing a
jack under 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.
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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: 100/90B19M/C 57H
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/COMMANDER 2Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
150/80B16M/C 71H
Manufacturer/model: MICHELIN/COMMANDER 2Loa din g:Maximum load:
206 kg (454 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
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: 90–206 kg (198–454 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 mm (4.7 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 70 mm (2.8 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:YTZ14S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 11.2 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light: LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 21.0 W × 2
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10-1
10
INDEXAABS ....................................................... 3-11
ABS warning light ................................... 3-4
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-12
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-28BBattery .................................................. 6-24
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-21
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-21
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-19
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-18
Brake lever ............................................ 3-10
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-16
Brake light switches.............................. 6-17
Brake pedal........................................... 3-10CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-20
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-14
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-15DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-8
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-19EEngine break-in....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-9
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4FFront and rear brake pads, checking.... 6-17
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-23 Fuel ....................................................... 3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ......... 3-14
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-25
HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-8
Hazard switch......................................... 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-27
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 ................................ 6-30MMain 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 ....................................................5-5
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Pass switch .............................................3-8
SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seat .......................................................3-15
SELECT switch .......................................3-9
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal .............................................3-10
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting .............................................3-16
Sidestand ..............................................3-17
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....6-22
Spark plugs, checking ............................6-8
Specifications .........................................8-1
Start/Engine stop switch .........................3-9
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Steering, checking ................................6-23
Steering lock .........................................3-15
Storage ...................................................7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-30
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-22TTail/brake light ......................................6-29
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ...........................................6-20
Throttle grip free play, checking ...........6-13
Tires ......................................................6-13
Tool kit ....................................................6-2
Troubleshooting ....................................6-31
Troubleshooting chart ...........................6-32
Turn signal indicator light........................3-3
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............6-29
Turn signal switch ...................................3-8
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