2020 YAMAHA XSR 900 maintenance

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NOTICE
ECA10591
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-pair it.
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 pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. 1. Raise the front wheel off the ground. (See page 6-36.)
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 frontfork 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 steering.
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.
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EAU50292
BatteryThe battery is located under the seat.
(See page 3-21.)
This 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, tightened.
WARNING
EWA10761
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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.
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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 OFCHILDREN.
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 quickly
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
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 batterycharger 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.
3. Fully charge the battery before in- stallation. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure to turn
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Cover
3. Negative battery lead (black)
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nect the positive lead before
connecting the negative
lead.
[ECA16842]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery cancause permanent battery damage.
EAU73340
Replacing the fusesFuse box 1 is located behind the right
side panel.
To access fuse box 1, remove and in-
stall the right side panel and rubber
cover as follows.1. Remove the nuts and bolt.
2. Pull the right side panel and rubber cover off as shown.1. Right side panel
2. Nut
3. Bolt
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1. Fuse box 1
2. Rubber cover
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3. Place the panel and rubber cover
in the original position.
4. Install the nuts and bolt.
The main fuse, the fuel injection system
fuse, and fuse box 2 are located under
the seat. (See page 3-21.)
TIPTo access the fuel injection system
fuse, remove the starter relay cover bypulling it upward.
1. Ignition fuse
2. ABS control unit fuse
3. Parking lighting fuse
4. Auxiliary fuse 1
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Headlight fuse
7. Spare fuse
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1. Main fuse
2. Fuse box 2
3. Fuel injection system fuse
4. Fuel injection system spare fuse
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1. Radiator fan motor fuse
2. Backup fuse
3. Electronic throttle valve fuse
4. ABS solenoid fuse
5. ABS motor fuse
6. Spare fuse
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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
rating 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.
1. Starter relay cover
2. Fuel injection system fuse
3. Fuel injection system spare fuse
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Specified fuses:
Main fuse:50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
7.5 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 15.0 A
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: 7.5 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
Auxiliary fuse 1: 2.0 A
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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
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Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb. Otherwise
the luminosity and the life of the
bulb may be adversely affected.
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Thoroughly clean off any dirt,
oil, or fingerprints from the bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.
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Do not use a headlight bulb of a
wattage higher than specified.
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Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlightlens. 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 po-
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Bolt
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1. Headlight bulb cover
2. Headlight coupler
1. Headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight bulb
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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.
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 pull- ing 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.1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
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1. Auxiliary light bulb
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EAU70540
Brake/tail lightThis model is equipped with an
LED-type brake/tail light.
If the brake/tail light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
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 counter-
clockwise. 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]
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
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1. Turn signal light bulb
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