2021 YAMAHA XSR 700 engine oil

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-9
6
EAU19653
Checkin g the spark plug sThe spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be
checked periodically, preferably by a
Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- its will cause any spark plug to slowly
erode, they should be removed and
checked in accordance with the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication
chart. In addition, the condition of the
spark plugs can reveal the condition of
the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the
center electrode of each spark plug
should be a medium-to-light tan (the
ideal color when the vehicle is ridden
normally), and all spark plugs installed
in the engine should have the same
color. If any spark plug shows a dis-
tinctly different color, the engine could
be operating improperly. Do not at-
tempt to diagnose such problems
yourself. Instead, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of elec-
trode erosion and excessive carbon or
other deposits, it should be replaced. Before installing a spark plug, the
spark plug gap should be measured
with a wire thickness gauge and, if
necessary, adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and
then wipe off any grime from the spark
plug threads.
TIPIf a torque wrench is not available
when installing a spark plug, a good
estimate of the correct torque is 1/4–
1/2 turn past finger tight. However, the
spark plug should be tightened to the
specified torque as soon as possible.NOTICE
ECA10841
Do not use any tools to remove or in-
stall the spark plu
g cap, otherwise
the i gnition coil coupler may get
d amag ed . The spark plu g cap may
b e difficult to remove because the
ru bber seal on the en d of the cap fits
ti g htly. To remove the spark plu g
cap, simply twist it back an d forth
while pullin g it out; to install it, twist
it back an d forth while pushin g it in.
Specified spark plu g:
NGK/LMAR8A-9
1. Spark plug gap
Spark plu g g ap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Ti ghtenin g torque:
Spark plug: 13 N·m (1.3 kgf·m, 9.6 lb·ft)
UBJVE0E0.book Page 9 Wednesday, December 23, 2020 8:59 AM

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-10
6
EAU36113
CanisterThis model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere. Before operating
this vehicle, make sure to check the
following:
 Check each hose connection.
 Check each hose and canister for
cracks or damage. Replace if
damaged.
 Make sure that the canister
breather is not blocked, and if
necessary, clean it.
EAU60474
Engine oil an d oil filter car-
tri dgeThe engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car-
tridge replaced at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
To check the en gine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes for the oil level to settle for an accurate reading,
and then check the oil level
through the engine oil level check
window located at the bottom-left
side of the crankcase.TIPThe engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the engine oil is below the mini-mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.TIPCheck the O-ring for damage, and re-
place it if necessary.
ZAUM1386
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Engine oil level check window
3. Maximum level mark
4. Minimum level mark
1
2
3
4
UBJVE0E0.book Page 10 Wednesday, December 23, 2020 8:59 AM

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-11
6
To chan ge the en gine oil (with or
without oil filter cartri dge replace-
ment) 1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce.
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 withan oil filter wrench.
TIPAn oil filter wrench is available at a
Yamaha dealer.6. Apply a thin coat of clean engineoil 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 cartridgewith an oil filter wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. O-ring
21
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
1. Oil filter wrench
2. Oil filter cartridge
2
1
2
1
1. O-ring
UBJVE0E0.book Page 11 Wednesday, December 23, 2020 8:59 AM

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-12
6
8. Install the engine oil drain bolt andits new gasket, and then tighten
the bolt to the specified torque.
9. 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.10. Check the O-ring for damage, and replace it if necessary. 11. Install and tighten the engine oil
filler cap.
12. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
TIPAfter the engine is started, the engine
oil pressure warning light should go off.
1. Torque wrenchTightenin g torque:
Oil filter cartridge: 17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 13 lb·ft)
Ti ghtenin g torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
43 N·m (4.3 kgf·m, 32 lb·ft)1
Recommen ded en gine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity: Oil change:
2.30 L (2.43 US qt, 2.02 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 2.60 L (2.75 US qt, 2.29 Imp.qt)
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. O-ring
21
UBJVE0E0.book Page 12 Wednesday, December 23, 2020 8:59 AM

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-13
6
NOTICE
ECA20860
If the oil pressure warnin g li ght flick-
ers or remains on even if the oil level
is correct, immed iately turn the en-
g ine off an d have a Yamaha d ealer
check the vehicle.13. Turn the engine off, wait a few mi- nutes for the oil level to settle for
an accurate reading, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
EAU85450
Why Yamalu beYAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA
Part born of the engineers’ passion
and belief that engine oil is an impor-
tant liquid engine component. We form
teams of specialists in the fields of me-
chanical engineering, chemistry, elec-
tronics and track testing, and have
them develop the engine together with
the oil it will use. Yamalube oils take full
advantage of the base oil’s qualities
and blend in the ideal balance of addi-
tives to make sure the final oil clears
our performance standards. Thus,
Yamalube mineral, semisynthetic and
synthetic oils have their own distinct
characters and value. Yamaha’s expe-
rience gained over many years of re-
search and development into oil since
the 1960’s helps make Yamalube the
best choice for your Yamaha engine.
EAUS1203
CoolantThe coolant level should be checked
regularly. In addition, the coolant must
be changed at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance chart.TIPIf genuine Yamaha coolant is not avail-
able, use an ethylene glycol antifreeze
containing corrosion inhibitors for alu-
minum engines and mix with distilled
water at a 1:1 ratio.
EAU20097
To check the coolant level
Since the coolant level varies with en-
gine temperature, check when the en-
gine is cold.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
Recommen ded coolant:
YAMALUBE coolant
Coolant quantity: Coolant reservoir (max level mark): 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 1.60 L (1.69 US qt, 1.41 Imp.qt)
UBJVE0E0.book Page 13 Wednesday, December 23, 2020 8:59 AM

Motorcycle care and stora ge
7-4
7
1. Make all necessary repairs and
perform any outstanding mainte-
nance.
2. Follow all instructions in the Care section of this chapter.
3. Fill up the fuel tank, adding fuel stabilizer according to product in-
structions. Run the engine for 5
minutes to distribute treated fuel
through the fuel system.
4. For vehicles equipped with a fuel cock: Turn the fuel cock lever to
the off position.
5. For vehicles with a carburetor: To prevent fuel deposits from build-
ing up, drain the fuel in the carbu-
retor float chamber into a clean
container. Retighten the drain bolt
and pour the fuel back into the fuel
tank.
6. Use a quality engine fogging oil according to product instructions
to protect internal engine compo-
nents from corrosion. If engine
fogging oil is not available, per-
form the following steps for each
cylinder:a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug. b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine
oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam-
a g e or injury from sparkin g,
make sure to groun d the
spark plu g electro des while
turnin g the en gine over.
[EWA10952]
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
7. Lubricate all control cables, piv- ots, levers and pedals, as well as
the sidestand and centerstand (if
equipped).
8. Check and correct the tire air pressure, and then lift the vehicle
so that all wheels are off the
ground. Otherwise, turn the wheels a little once a month in or-
der to prevent the tires from be-
coming degraded in one spot.
9. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
10. Remove the battery and fully char- ge it, or attach a maintenance
charger to keep the battery opti-
mally charged. NOTICE: Confirm
that the battery an d its char ger
are compati ble. Do not char ge a
VRLA battery with a convention-
al char ger.
[ECA26330]
TIP If the battery will be removed,
charge it once a month and store
it in a temperate location between
0-30 °C (32-90 °F).
 See page 6-29 for more informa-
tion on charging and storing the
battery.
UBJVE0E0.book Page 4 Wednesday, December 23, 2020 8:59 AM

Specifications
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:2075 mm (81.7 in)
Overall width:
820 mm (32.3 in)
Overall height: 1130 mm (44.5 in)
Seat height: 835 mm (32.9 in)
Wheelbase:
1405 mm (55.3 in)
Ground clearance: 140 mm (5.51 in)
Minimum turning radius: 2.7 m (8.86 ft)Wei ght:Curb weight:
190 kg (419 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Valve train: DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Inline
Number of cylinders: 2-cylinder
Displacement: 689 cm³
Bore × stroke:
80.0 × 68.6 mm (3.15 × 2.70 in) Starting system:
Electric starter
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
SAE viscosity grades:
10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Oil change: 2.30 L (2.43 US qt, 2.02 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal:
2.60 L (2.75 US qt, 2.29 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt) Radiator (including all routes):
1.60 L (1.69 US qt, 1.41 Imp.qt)
Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Unleaded gasoline (E10 acceptable)
Octane number (RON): 90
Fuel tank capacity: 14 L (3.7 US gal, 3.1 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.7 L (0.71 US gal, 0.59 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:ID mark: 1WS1 10Drivetrain:Gear ratio:
1st:2.846 (37/13)
2nd:
2.125 (34/16)
3rd: 1.632 (31/19)
4th: 1.300 (26/20)
5th:
1.091 (24/22)
6th: 0.964 (27/28)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 120/70 ZR 17M/C(58W)
–20 –10 0 1020 30 40 50 C
10 30 50 70 90 110
0 130 F
SAE 10W-40
UBJVE0E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, December 23, 2020 8:59 AM

10-1
10
Index
AABS....................................................... 3-14
ABS warning light ................................... 3-5
Air filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-15
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 3-22
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-35BBattery .................................................. 6-29
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-26
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating........................................... 6-26
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-21
Brake lever............................................ 3-14
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-19
Brake light switches ............................. 6-20
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-14CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-25
Canister ................................................ 6-10
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-18
Clutch lever........................................... 3-13
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-19
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-4DData recording, vehicle........................... 9-2
Diagnostic connector ............................. 9-2
Dimmer switch...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-24
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-23
EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-1
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge........... 6-10
Engine overheating .............................. 6-39
Engine serial number ............................. 9-1FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-20
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-28
Fuel ...................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ................................................... 3-18
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-15
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-31HHandlebar switches ............................. 3-12
Hazard lights switch ............................. 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-33
Helmet holding cable ........................... 3-19
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-3
Horn switch .......................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-23
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-3LLicense plate light ................................ 6-36MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-5
Maintenance, emission control system ................................................. 6-3 Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ............. 3-4
Matte color, caution................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-6
NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-3OOil pressure warning light ....................... 3-3PParking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Pass switch........................................... 3-12RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-27SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-19
Shifting.................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal............................................. 3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-21
Sidestand.............................................. 3-22
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-27
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-9
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Start/Engine stop switch ...................... 3-12
Starting the engine ................................. 5-2
Steering, checking ................................ 6-29
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-37
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-28TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-35
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-25
UBJVE0E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, December 23, 2020 8:59 AM