2016 YAMAHA XSR 700 maintenance

Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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6
EAU23285
Checking the steeringWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 6-37.)
WARNING! To avoid injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
EAU23292
Checking the wheel bearingsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAUM3750
BatteryThis model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
EWA10761
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
ZAUM1353
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6 Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To access the battery
1. Remove the seat. (See page 3-19.)
2. Remove the seat holder by remov-
ing the bolts.
3. Remove the diagnostic connector
by pulling it upward.4. Remove the battery cover by re-
moving the bolts.To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quick-
ly if the vehicle is equipped with op-
tional electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16522
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is
turned to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the positive lead.
[ECA16303]
1. Holder
2. BoltZAUM1377
2
1
1. Diagnostic connector
2. Bolt
1. Battery cover
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Negative battery lead (black)
4. Battery
5. Battery bandZAUM1378
2
1
ZAUM1379
12
345
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62. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure the key
is turned to “OFF”, then connect
the positive lead before con-
necting the negative lead.
[ECA16841]
4. When installing the battery, make
sure the positive battery lead is
routed through the hole in the bat-
tery band and that both battery
leads are properly connected to
the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.5. Place the battery cover in the orig-
inal position, and then install the
bolts.
6. Install the diagnostic connector by
pushing it downward.7. Install the seat holder by installing
the bolts, and then tighten the
bolts to the specified torque.
EAUM3670
Replacing the fusesThe main fuse and the fuse boxes are
located under the seat.
To access the fuses
1. Remove the seat. (See page 3-19.)
2. Remove the seat holder by remov-
ing the bolts.
3. Remove the diagnostic connector
by pulling it upward.
4. Remove the battery cover by re-
moving the bolts.
Tightening torque:
Seat holder bolts:
7 Nm (0.7 m·kgf, 5.1 ft·lbf)
1. Holder
2. BoltZAUM1377
2
1
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6
TIPTo access the main fuse, remove the
starter relay cover as shown.
If 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
1. Diagnostic connector
2. Bolt
1. Battery coverZAUM1378
2
1
ZAUM1387
1
1. Starter relay cover
2. Fuse box
3. Spare main fuse
4. Main fuseZAUM1380
2
3
4
1
1. Ignition fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Headlight fuse
4. Fuel injection system fuse
5. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-
tem)
6. Radiator fan motor fuse
7. ABS solenoid fuse
8. ABS motor fuse
9. Parking lighting fuse
10.Auxiliary fuse
11.ABS control unit fuse
12.Spare fuse
7
8
9
10
11
1
2
3
4
5
61212
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6rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15132]
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.
5. After the fuse is changed, place
the battery cover in the original
position, and then install the bolts.
6. Install the diagnostic connector by
pushing it downward.
7. Install the seat holder by installing
the bolts, and then tighten the
bolts to the specified torque.
EAU34386
Replacing the headlight bulbThis model is equipped with a halogen
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10651
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.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
30.0 A
Auxiliary fuse:
2.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
7.5 A
Radiator fan motor fuse:
10.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
7.5 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Tightening torque:
Seat holder bolts:
7 Nm (0.7 m·kgf, 5.1 ft·lbf)
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6 1. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the bolts on each side.
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 headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
6. Install the headlight unit by install-
ing the bolts.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. BoltZAUM13811
1. Headlight bulb cover
2. Headlight coupler
1. Headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight bulbZAUM1382
21
ZAUM1383
21
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6
EAU45226
Replacing the auxiliary light
bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re-
place it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit. (See
page 6-33.)
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.
EAU24182
Tail/brake lightThis 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.
1. Auxiliary light bulb socketZAUM1384
1
1. Auxiliary light bulbZAUM1385
1
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EAU24205
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
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
screw. NOTICE: Do not over-
tighten the screw, otherwise the
lens may break.
[ECA11192]EAU24331
License plate lightIf 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
1
2
1. Turn signal light bulb
1
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