2017 YAMAHA SCR950 Owners Manual

DIC183
XVS950XR-A
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
BL3-28199-E0
[English (E)]

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Read this manual carefully before operatin g this vehicle. This manual shoul d stay with this vehicle if it is sol d.
Date of issue:
Signature of Responsible Person: April 28, 2016
Product: IMMOBILIZER
Model: 1XC-00
Supplied by
YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS
CO.,LTD.
1450-6 Mori, Mori-machi Shuchi-gun
Shizuoka 437-0292 Japan
EN 60950-1: 2006 + Amd.11:2009 + Amd.1:2010 +
Amd.12: 2011 + Amd.2:2013
EN 62479: 2010
Hiroshi Kamiiizaka
GENERAL MANAGER
QUALITY ASSURANCE DIV. 97/24/EC from 17.06.1997
EN 300 330-1 V1.8.1
EN 300 330-2 V1.6.1
Technical Construction File held by
YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS
CO.,LTD.
1450-6 Mori, Mori-machi Shuchi-gun
Shizuoka 437-0292 Japan
R&TTE Directive
(Article 3.1(a) Safety)
R&TTE Directive
(Article 3.1(b) EMC)
R&TTE Directive
(Article 3.2 Spectrum)DECLARATION of CONFORMITY For
YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
1450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan
Standard used for comply
Means of Conformity
We declare under our sole responsibility that the Product (s) is conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the
Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive (1999/5/EC).
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Introduction
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the XVS950XR-A, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the
design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your XVS950XR-A. The Owner’s Man-
ual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself
and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur- rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and
this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please rea d this manual carefully an d completely before operatin g this motorcycle.
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Important manual information
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.This is the safety alert sym
bol. It is use d to alert you to potential personal injury
hazar ds. Ob ey all safety messa ges that follow this sym bol to avoi d possi ble injury
or death.
A WARNING in dicates a hazar dous situation which, if not avoid ed , coul d result in
d eath or serious injury.
A NOTICE in dicates special precautions that must b e taken to avoid d ama ge to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICETIP
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Important manual information
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XVS950XR-A
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2016 by Yamaha Motor Co., Lt d.
1st e dition, Octo ber 2016
All ri ghts reserve d.
Any reprintin g or unauthorize d use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd .
is expressly prohi bite d.
Printe d in Japan.
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Table of contentsSafety information ............................ 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Instrument an d 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 ........................ 3-7
Clutch lever .................................... 3-8
Shift pedal ...................................... 3-9
Brake lever...................................... 3-9
Brake pedal .................................... 3-9
ABS .............................................. 3-10
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-11
Fuel ............................................... 3-11
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......................................... 3-13
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-13
Steering lock................................. 3-14
Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies ................................ 3-15
Sidestand ..................................... 3-16
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-16 For your safety – pre-operation
checks
............................................... 4-1
Operation an d important ri din g
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
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 6-5
Removing and installing panels ...... 6-9
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-11
Canister ......................................... 6-12
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-12
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-15
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 6-16
Valve clearance ............................. 6-16
Tires .............................................. 6-16
Spoke wheels................................ 6-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 6-19 Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-19
Brake light switches ..................... 6-20
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-21
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-22
Drive belt slack ............................. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-25
Checking the front fork ................. 6-26
Checking the steering................... 6-26
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-27
Battery .......................................... 6-27
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-28
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-30
Replacing the auxiliary light bulb .......................................... 6-31
Brake/tail light............................... 6-32
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ........................................... 6-32
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Table of contents
Supporting the motorcycle............6-33
Troubleshooting ............................6-34
Troubleshooting chart ...................6-35
Motorcycle care an d stora ge ..........7-1
Matte color caution .........................7-1
Care .................................................7-1
Storage ............................................7-3
Specifications ....................................8-1
Consumer information .....................9-1
Identification numbers .....................9-1
Diagnostic connector ......................9-2
Vehicle data recording ....................9-2
In dex ................................................10-1
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Safety information
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Be a Responsible Owner
As the vehicle’s owner, you are re-
sponsible for the safe and proper oper-
ation of your motorcycle.
Motorcycles are single-track vehicles.
Their safe use and operation are de-
pendent upon the use of proper riding
techniques as well as the expertise of
the operator. Every operator should
know the following requirements be-
fore riding this motorcycle.
He or she should:  Obtain thorough instructions from
a competent source on all aspects
of motorcycle operation.
 Observe the warnings and mainte-
nance requirements in this Own-
er’s Manual.
 Obtain qualified training in safe
and proper riding techniques.
 Obtain professional technical ser-
vice as indicated in this Owner’s
Manual and/or when made neces-
sary by mechanical conditions. 
Never operate a motorcycle with-
out proper training or instruction.
Take a training course. Beginners
should receive training from a cer-
tified instructor. Contact an autho-
rized motorcycle dealer to find out
about the training courses nearest
you.
Safe Ri din g
Perform the pre-operation checks
each time you use the vehicle to make
sure it is in safe operating condition.
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi-
cle properly increases the possibility of
an accident or equipment damage.
See page 4-1 for a list of pre-operation
checks.  This motorcycle is designed to
carry the operator and a passen-
ger.
 The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize motorcycles in traf-
fic is the predominating cause of
automobile/motorcycle accidents.
Many accidents have been
caused by an automobile driver
who did not see the motorcycle.
Making yourself conspicuous ap- pears to be very effective in reduc-
ing the chance of this type of
accident.
Therefore:
• Wear a brightly colored jacket.
• Use extra caution when you are approaching and passing
through intersections, since in-
tersections are the most likely
places for motorcycle accidents
to occur.
• Ride where other motorists can see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.
• Never maintain a motorcycle without proper knowledge.
Contact an authorized motorcy-
cle dealer to inform you on ba-
sic motorcycle maintenance.
Certain maintenance can only
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