2017 YAMAHA XVS950CU clutch

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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General maintenance an d lu brication chartNO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
1 *Dia
gnostic system
check • Perform dynamic inspection us-
ing Yamaha diagnostic tool.
• Check the error codes. √√√√√√
2 *Air filter element • Replace. Every 40000 km (24000 mi)
3Clutch • Check operation.
•Adjust. √√√√√
4 *Front brake • Check operation, fluid level, and
for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads if necessary. √√√√√√
5 *Rear brake • Check operation, fluid level, and
for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads if necessary. √√√√√√
6 *Brake hoses • Check for cracks or damage.
√√√√√
• Replace. Every 4 years
7 *Brake flui d • Change. Every 2 years
8 *Wheels • Check runout and for damage.
• Replace if necessary. √√√√
9 *Tires • Check tread depth and for dam-
age.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. √√√√√
10 *Wheel bearin gs • Check bearing for looseness or
damage. √√√√
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11 *Swin
garm pivot
b earin gs • Check operation and for exces-
sive play. √√√√
12 *Drive belt • Check belt condition.
• Replace if damaged.
• Check belt tension.
• Adjust if necessary.
At the initial interval and every 4000 km (2500 mi) thereafter.
13 *Steerin g b earin gs • Check bearing assemblies for
looseness. √√ √
• Moderately repack with lithium- soap-based grease. √√
14 *Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened. √√√√√
15 Brake lever pivot
shaft • Lubricate with silicone grease.
√√√√√
16 Brake ped
al pivot
shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
17 Clutch lever pivot
shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
18 Shift pe
dal pivot
shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
19 Si destan d • Check operation.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
20 *Sidestan d switch • Check operation and replace if
necessary. √√√√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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TIPAn oil filter wrench is available at a
Yamaha dealer.5. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter
cartridge.TIPMake sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.6. Install the new oil filter cartridgewith an oil filter wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque
with a torque wrench. 7. Install the engine oil drain bolt and
its new gasket, and then tighten
the bolt to the specified torque.
8. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended engine oil.
TIPBe sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.NOTICE
ECA11621
In or der to prevent clutch slip-
pa ge (since the en gine oil also
lu bricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a hi gh-
er quality than specifie d. In
a ddition, do not use oils la beled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
hi gher.
 Make sure that no forei gn mate-
rial enters the crankcase.9. Check the O-ring for damage, and replace it if necessary.
1. O-ring
1. Torque wrench
2. Oil filter cartridgeTightenin g torque:
Oil filter cartridge: 17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 12 lb·ft)
Ti ghtenin g torque:
Engine oil drain bolt: 43 N·m (4.3 kgf·m, 31 lb·ft)
1
2
Recommen ded en gine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity: Oil change:
3.70 L (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 4.00 L (4.23 US qt, 3.52 Imp.qt)
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A djustin g the clutch lever free
playMeasure the clutch lever free play as
shown.
Periodically check the clutch lever free
play and, if necessary, adjust it as fol-
lows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the clutch lever.
2. To increase the clutch lever free play, turn the clutch lever free play
adjusting bolt in direction (a). To decrease the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in di-
rection (b).
TIPIf the specified clutch lever free play
could be obtained as described above,
skip steps 3–6.3. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in direction (a) to loos-
en the clutch cable.
4. Loosen the locknut at the crank- case.
5. To increase the clutch lever free play, turn the clutch lever free play
adjusting nut in direction (a). To decrease the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting nut in di-
rection (b).
6. Tighten the locknut at the crank- case.
7. Tighten the locknut at the clutch lever.
1. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
2. Locknut (clutch lever)
3. Clutch lever free playClutch lever free play:5.0–10.0 mm (0.20–0.39 in)
12
3
(a)
(b)
1. Locknut (crankcase)
2. Clutch lever free play adjusting nut
2
1(a)
(b)
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Checkin g an d lu bricatin g the
b rake an d clutch leversThe operation of the brake and clutch
levers should be checked before each
ride, and the lever pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
Brake lever
Clutch lever
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommen ded lu bricants:
Brake lever:
Silicone grease
Clutch lever:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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Specifications
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Dimensions:Overall length:2290 mm (90.2 in)
Overall width:
830 mm (32.7 in)
Overall height: 1120 mm (44.1 in)
Seat height: 690 mm (27.2 in)
Wheelbase:
1570 mm (61.8 in)
Ground clearance: 130 mm (5.12 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3.3 m (10.83 ft)Wei ght:Curb weight:
252 kg (556 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system: Air cooled
Valve train: SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
V-type
Number of cylinders: 2-cylinder
Displacement: 942 cm³
Bore × stroke:
85.0 × 83.0 mm (3.35 × 3.27 in) Compression ratio:
9.0 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades:
10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity: Oil change:
3.70 L (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 4.00 L (4.23 US qt, 3.52 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:Regular unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity: 13 L (3.4 US gal, 2.9 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.8 L (0.74 US gal, 0.62 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:ID mark: BS54 00
Spark plu g(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CPR7EA-9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, multiple-discDrivetrain:Primary reduction ratio:1.674 (72/43)
Final drive: Belt
Secondary reduction ratio:
2.333 (70/30)
Transmission type: Constant mesh 5-speed
Gear ratio: 1st: 3.067 (46/15)
2nd: 2.063 (33/16)
3rd:
1.579 (30/19)
4th: 1.259 (34/27)
5th: 1.042 (25/24)Chassis:Frame type:Double cradle
Caster angle: 29.0 °
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Index
AABS....................................................... 3-10
ABS warning light ................................... 3-4
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-30BBattery .................................................. 6-26
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating........................................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-23
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-20
Brake lever.............................................. 3-9
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-19
Brake light switches ............................. 6-19
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-10
Brake/tail light....................................... 6-31CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-23
Canister ................................................ 6-11
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-14
Clutch lever............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-18DData recording, vehicle........................... 9-2
Diagnostic connector ............................. 9-2
Dimmer switch........................................ 3-7
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-22EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-11
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1 Engine stop switch................................. 3-8
Engine trouble warning light .................. 3-4
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-20
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-25
Fuel ...................................................... 3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light........................... 3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ........ 3-13
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-11
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-28HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-7
Hazard switch ........................................ 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-29
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-3
Horn switch ............................................ 3-8IIdentification 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 ................................ 6-32MMain switch ............................................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-5
Maintenance, emission control
system ................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-5
NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-3OOil level warning light .............................. 3-3PPanel, removing and installing ................ 6-9
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Pass switch............................................. 3-7RRESET switch ......................................... 3-8
Rider seat.............................................. 3-15SSafety information................................... 1-1
SELECT switch ....................................... 3-8
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................... 3-9
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting ............................................. 3-16
Sidestand.............................................. 3-17
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-25
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-9
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-8
Steering, checking ................................ 6-26
Steering lock ......................................... 3-14
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-32TThrottle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-23
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-15
Tires ...................................................... 6-16
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