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Instrument and control functions
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or premium unleaded fuel. Use of un-
leaded fuel will extend spark plug life
and reduce maintenance costs.
Gasohol
There are two types of gasohol: gaso-
hol containing ethanol and that contain-
ing methanol. Gasohol containing
ethanol can be used if the ethanol con-
tent does not exceed 10% (E10). Gas-
ohol containing methanol is not
recommended by Yamaha because it
can cause damage to the fuel system
or vehicle performance problems.
EAU13434
Catalytic converter
This model is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the exhaust system.
WARNING
EWA10863
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
burns:
Do not park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
Park the vehicle in a place
where pedestrians or children
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before do-
ing any maintenance work.
Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up of
heat.
NOTICE
ECA10702
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause unre-
pairable damage to the catalytic
converter.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment) 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil.
4. Remove the engine oil filler cap, the engine oil drain bolt and its
gasket to drain the oil from the
crankcase. 5. Check the O-ring for damage and
replace it if necessary.
TIP
Skip steps 6–8 if the oil filter cartridge is
not being replaced.
6. Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench.
1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1. Engine oil filler cap
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2. O-ring
3. Gasket
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. O-ring
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Specifications
EAU69993Dimensions:
Overall length: 2200 mm (86.6 in)
Overall width: 775 mm (30.5 in)
Overall height:
1420/1475 mm (55.9/58.1 in)
Seat height: 800 mm (31.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1580 mm (62.2 in)
Ground clearance:
125 mm (4.92 in)
Minimum turning radius: 2.8 m (9.19 ft)
Weight:
Curb weight:
219 kg (483 lb) (XP500)
222 kg (489 lb) (XP500A)
Engine:
Combustion cycle:4-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Valve train:
DOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Inline
Number of cylinders: 2-cylinder
Displacement:
530 cm
3
Bore stroke:
68.0 73.0 mm (2.68 2.87 in)
Compression ratio: 10.9 : 1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system: Dry sump
Engine oil:
Recommended brand:YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades: 10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO stan-
dard MA Engine oil quantity:
Oil change:2.70 L (2.85 US qt, 2.38 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal:
2.90 L (3.07 US qt, 2.55 Imp.qt)
Coolant quantity:
Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark): 0.27 L (0.29 US qt, 0.24 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 1.50 L (1.59 US qt, 1.32 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoli ne (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity:
15 L (4.0 US gal, 3.3 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:
Throttle body:
ID mark:59C1 00
Spark plug(s):
Manufacturer/model: NGK/CR7E
Spark plug gap: 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:Wet, centrifugal, multiple-disc
Drivetrain:
Primary reduction ratio:
1.000
Final drive: Belt
Secondary reduction ratio: 6.034 (52/32 x 36/22 x 59/26)
Transmission type: V-belt automatic
Chassis:
Frame type:
Diamond
Caster angle: 25.0
Trail: 92 mm (3.6 in)
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Specifications
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Front tire:
Type: Tubeless
Size: 120/70R15M/C 56H
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/GPR-100F M
Rear tire:
Type:Tubeless
Size:
160/60R15M/C 67H
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/GPR-100 M
Loading:
Maximum load:
193 kg (425 lb) (XP500A)
196 kg (432 lb) (XP500)
* (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Up to 90 kg (198 lb) load:Front:225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm
2, 33 psi)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2, 36 psi)
90 kg (198 lb) load - maximum load: Front:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm
2, 33 psi)
Rear: 280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm
2, 41 psi)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size: 15M/C x MT3.50
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size: 15M/C x MT5.00
Front brake:
Type:Hydraulic dual disc brake
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:Hydraulic single disc brake Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:Telescopic fork
Spring:
Coil spring
Shock absorber: Hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 120 mm (4.7 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:Swingarm
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber:
Gas-hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 116 mm (4.6 in)
Electrical system:
System voltage:
12 V
Ignition system: TCI
Charging system: AC magneto
Battery:
Model:YTZ12S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 11.0 Ah (10 HR)
Bulb wattage quantity:
Headlight:
LED
Brake/tail light: LED
Front turn signal light:
21.0 W 2
Rear turn signal light: 21.0 W 2
Auxiliary light:
LED
License plate light: 5.0 W 1
Meter lighting: LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
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