2019 YAMAHA XSR 700 seat adjustment

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 ................ 3-5
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-11
Clutch lever .................................. 3-12
Shift pedal .................................... 3-13
Brake lever.................................... 3-13
Brake pedal .................................. 3-13
ABS .............................................. 3-14
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-15
Fuel ............................................... 3-15
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ............................ 3-17
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-17
Seat .............................................. 3-18
Helmet holding cable.................... 3-18
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-20
Auxiliary DC connector ................. 3-21
Sidestand ..................................... 3-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-22For 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 ................................ 5-3
Engine break-in ............................... 5-4
Parking ............................................ 5-4
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment........................................ 6-1
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
Why Yamalube .............................. 6-13
Coolant.......................................... 6-13
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose..... 6-15
Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-15
Valve clearance ............................. 6-16
Tires .............................................. 6-16Cast 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 chain slack........................... 6-23
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............... 6-26
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......................................... 6-28
Checking the front fork ................. 6-28
Checking the steering................... 6-29
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-29
Battery .......................................... 6-29
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6To 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.
TIPSkip steps 5…7 if the oil filter cartridge
is not being replaced.5. Remove the oil filter cartridge with
an oil filter wrench.
TIPAn oil filter wrench is available at a
Yamaha dealer.6. 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.7. Install the new oil filter cartridge
with an oil filter wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. O-ring
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1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
1. Oil filter wrench
2. Oil filter cartridge
2
1
2
1
1. O-ring
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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 3-18.)
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 to turn the main
switch off, then disconnect the
negative lead before discon-
necting the positive lead.
[ECA16304]
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
1. Seat holder
2. BoltZAUM1377
2
1
1. Diagnostic connector
2. Battery cover
3. Bolt
1. Battery cover
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Negative battery lead (black)
4. Battery
5. Battery band
3
12
ZAUM1379
12
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63. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure to turn
the main switch off, then con-
nect the positive lead before
connecting the negative lead.
[ECA16842]
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.
EAUM3672
Replacing the fusesThe main fuse and the fuse boxes are
located under the seat.
To access the fuses
1. Remove the seat. (See page 3-18.)
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 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft)
1. Seat holder
2. BoltZAUM1377
2
1
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6use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15132]
3. Turn the main switch 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.
8. Install the seat.
EAU34387
Replacing the headlight bulbThis model is equipped with a halogen
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA26690
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb. Otherwise
the luminosity and the life of the
bulb may be adversely affected.
Thoroughly clean off any dirt,
oil, or fingerprints from the bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.
Do not use a headlight bulb of a
wattage higher than specified.
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
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
Backup fuse 2:
10.0 A
Tightening torque:
Seat holder bolts:
7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft)
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