2018 YAMAHA XSR 700 ABS

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/steering lock............... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning
lights............................................ 3-3
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-6
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-12
Clutch lever .................................. 3-13
Shift pedal .................................... 3-13
Brake lever.................................... 3-14
Brake pedal .................................. 3-14
ABS .............................................. 3-14
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-15
Fuel ............................................... 3-16
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ............................ 3-18
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-18
Seat .............................................. 3-19
Helmet holding cable.................... 3-19
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-21
Auxiliary DC connector ................. 3-22
Sidestand ..................................... 3-22
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-23For 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 charts .......... 6-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-9
Canister ......................................... 6-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-10
Coolant.......................................... 6-13
Replacing the air filter element and
cleaning the check hose ............ 6-14
Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-15
Valve clearance ............................. 6-15
Tires .............................................. 6-16
Cast wheels................................... 6-18Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 6-18
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 chain slack........................... 6-22
Cleaning and lubricating the drive
chain.......................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals............... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-27
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-27
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots......................................... 6-27
Checking the front fork ................. 6-28
Checking the steering................... 6-28
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-29
Battery .......................................... 6-29
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-31
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-33UBU3E1E0.book Page 1 Monday, June 4, 2018 5:20 PM

Description
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Right view
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1,2
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1. Main fuse (page 6-31)
2. Fuse box (page 6-31)
3. Battery (page 6-29)
4. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-21)
5. Fuel tank cap (page 3-15)
6. Headlight (page 6-33)
7. Coolant drain bolt (page 6-14)
8. Brake pedal (page 3-14)9. Rear brake light switch (page 6-20)
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Instrument and control functions
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TIPIf the steering will not lock, try turning
the handlebars back to the right slight-
ly.To unlock the steeringFrom the “LOCK” position, push the
key in and turn it to “OFF”.
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(Parking)
The hazard lights and turn signal lights
can be turned on, but all other electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
NOTICE
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Using the hazard o r t ur n s ignal lights
for an extended length of time may
cause the battery to discharge.
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Indicator lights and warning
lights
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Turn signal indicator lights “ ”
and“”
Each indicator light will flash when its
corresponding turn signal lights are
flashing.
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light
2. Engine trouble warning light Ž
3. Coolant temperature warning light Ž
4. Oil pressure warning light Ž
5. Left turn signal indicator light Ž
6. Neutral indicator light Ž
7. High beam indicator light Ž
8. Right turn signal indicator light Ž
9. Immobilizer system indicator light ŽZAUM1327
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Instrument and control functions
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Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if a prob-
lem is detected in the engine or other
vehicle control system. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the on-
board diagnostic system.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
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ABS warning light “ ”
In normal operation, this warning light
comes on when the key is turned to
“ON”, and goes off after traveling at a
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or higher.
If the ABS warning light:
does not come on when the key is
turned to “ON”
comes on or flashes while riding
does not go off after traveling at a
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or high-
erThe ABS may not work correctly. If any
of the above occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system as soon as
possible. (See page 3-14 for an expla-
nation of the ABS.)
WARNING
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If the ABS warning light does not go
off after traveling at a speed of 10
km/h (6 mi/h) or higher, or if the
warning light comes on or flashes
while riding, the brake system re-
verts to conventional braking. If ei-
ther of the above occurs, or if the
warning light does not come on at
all, use extra caution to avoid possi-
ble wheel lock during emergency
braking. Have a Yamaha dealer
check the brake system and electri-
cal circuits as soon as possible.
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Immobilizer system indicator
light “ ”
When the key is turned to “OFF” and
30 seconds have passed, the indicator
light will flash steadily to indicate the
immobilizer system is enabled. After 24hours have passed, the indicator light
will stop flashing, however the immobi-
lizer system is still enabled.
The electrical circuit of the indicator
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The indicator light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the indicator light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
if the indicator light remains on, or if the
indicator light flashes in a pattern (if a
problem is detected in the immobilizer
system, the immobilizer system indica-
tor light will flash in a pattern), have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
TIPIf the immobilizer system indicator light
flashes in the pattern, slowly 5 times
then quickly 2 times, this could be
caused by transponder interference. If
this occurs, try the following. 1. Make sure there are no other im-
mobilizer keys close to the main
switch. Other immobilizer system
keys may cause signal interfer-
ence and prevent the engine from
starting.
ABS
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Instrument and control functions
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Brake leverThe brake lever is located on the right
side of the handlebar. To apply the
front brake, pull the lever toward the
throttle grip.
The brake lever is equipped with a
brake lever position adjusting dial. To
adjust the distance between the brake
lever and the throttle grip, slightly pull
the brake lever away from the throttle
grip and rotate the adjusting dial. Make
sure the setting number on the adjust-
ing dial aligns with the match mark on
the brake lever.
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Brake pedalThe brake pedal is located on the right
side of the motorcycle. To apply the
rear brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
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ABSThe Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) features a dual electronic con-
trol system, which acts on the front and
rear brakes independently.
Operate the brakes with ABS as you
would conventional brakes. If the ABS
is activated, a pulsating sensation may
be felt at the brake lever or brake ped-
al. In this situation, continue to apply
the brakes and let the ABS work; do
not “pump” the brakes as this will re-
duce braking effectiveness.
WARNING
EWA16051
Always keep a sufficient distance
from the vehicle ahead to match the
riding speed even with ABS.
The ABS performs best with
long braking distances.
On certain surfaces, such as
rough or gravel roads, the brak-
ing distance may be longer with
the ABS than without.The ABS is monitored by an ECU,
which will revert the system to conven-
tional braking if a malfunction occurs.
1. Brake lever
2. Distance between brake lever and throttle
grip
3. Brake lever position adjusting dial
4. “ ” mark
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2
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1. Brake pedal
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Instrument and control functions
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TIPThe ABS performs a self-diagno-
sis test each time the vehicle first
starts off after the key is turned to
“ON” and the vehicle has traveled
at a speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or
higher. During this test, a “click-
ing” noise can be heard from the
hydraulic control unit, and if the
brake lever or brake pedal is even
slightly applied, a vibration can be
felt at the lever and pedal, but
these do not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
This ABS has a test mode which
allows the owner to experience
the pulsation at the brake lever or
brake pedal when the ABS is op-
erating. However, special tools are
required, so please consult your
Yamaha dealer.NOTICE
ECA20100
Be careful not to damage the wheel
sensor or wheel sensor rotor; other-
wise, improper performance of the
ABS will result.
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Fuel tank capTo open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be
released and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
With the key still inserted in the lock,
push down the fuel tank cap. Turn the
key 1/4 turn counterclockwise, remove
it, and then close the lock cover.
1. Front wheel sensor
2. Front wheel sensor rotor
1. Rear wheel sensor
2. Rear wheel sensor rotor
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2
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1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
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Instrument and control functions
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Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblyThis shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring.NOTICE
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To avoid damaging the mechanism,
do not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings.Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring in direction (a). To
decrease the spring preload and there-
by soften the suspension, turn the ad-
justing ring in direction (b).
Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position in-
dicator on the shock absorber.
Use the special wrench and ex-
tension bar included in the own-
er’s tool kit to make the
adjustment.
WARNING
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This shock absorber assembly con-
tains highly pressurized nitrogen
gas. Read and understand the fol-
lowing information before handling
the shock absorber assembly.Do not tamper with or attempt
to open the cylinder assembly.
Do not subject the shock ab-
sorber assembly to an open
flame or other high heat source.
This may cause the unit to ex-
plode due to excessive gas
pressure.
Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.
Do not dispose of a damaged or
worn-out shock ab
sorber as-
sembly yourself. Take the shock
absorber assembly to a Yamaha
dealer for any service.
1. Extension bar
2. Special wrench
3. Spring preload adjusting ring
4. Position indicatorSpring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
1
Standard:
3
Maximum (hard):
9
7 6
9 8 5 4 3 2 1
3(a)(b)
2
1
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Operation and important riding points
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10272
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accident
or injury.
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TIPThis model is equipped with:
a lean angle sensor to stop the en-
gine in case of a turnover. In this
case, the engine trouble warning
light will come on, but this is not a
malfunction. Turn the key to
“OFF” and then to “ON” to turn off
the warning light. Failing to do so
will prevent the engine from start-
ing even though the engine will
crank when pushing the start
switch.
an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. If the engine
stops, simply push the start
switch to restart the engine.
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Starting the engineUnder normal conditions, shift the
transmission into neutral before start-
ing the engine. To start the engine with
the transmission in gear, the sidestand
must be up and the clutch lever pulled.
To start the engine1. Turn the main switch to “ON”, and
set the engine stop switch to “ ”.
2. Confirm the following lights per-
form a circuit check.
Coolant temperature warning
light
Engine trouble warning light
Oil pressure warning light
ABS warning light
Immobilizer system indicator
lightTIPThe oil pressure warning light
should come back on and stay on
until the engine is started.
The ABS warning light should go
off after reaching a speed of 10
km/h (6 mi/h) or higher.
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