2022 YAMAHA XSR 900 oil level

Table of contents
Safety information........................... 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Special features .............................. 3-1
Cruise control system .. ................... 3-1
“D-MODE” ...................................... 3-3
“TCS-MODE” .................................. 3-4
Quick shifter ................................... 3-6
BC .................................................. 3-6
Instrument and control functions ... 4-1
Immobilizer system ......................... 4-1
Main switch/steering lock................ 4-2
Handlebar switches .................... .... 4-3
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 4-5
Display............................................ 4-9
Settings MENU ............................. 4-15
Clutch lever .................................. 4-19
Shift pedal .................................... 4-20
Brake lever ................................... 4-20
Brake pedal ............... ................... 4-21
Brake control system (BC)............ 4-21
Fuel tank cap ................................ 4-22
Fuel .............................................. 4-23
Fuel tank overflow hose ............... 4-25
Catalytic converter........................ 4-25 Seat.............................................. 4-26
Rider footrest position .................. 4-26
Handlebar position ....
.................. 4-27
Adjusting the front fork ................. 4-27
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly .................................. 4-29
Auxiliary DC connectors............... 4-31
Sidestand ..................................... 4-31
Ignition circuit cut-off system........ 4-32
For your safety – pre-operation
checks .............................................. 5-1
Operation and important riding
points ................................................ 6-1
Engine break-in .............................. 6-1
Starting the engine ......................... 6-2
Shifting ........................................... 6-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ............................... 6-4
Parking ........................................... 6-5
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment ....................................... 7-1
Tool kit ........................................... 7-2
Periodic maintenance charts.......... 7-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control syst em ............. 7-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 7-4
Side cover ...................................... 7-8 Checking the spark plugs ............. 7-11
Canister ........................................ 7-12
Engine oil ...................................... 7-12
Why Yamalube ............................. 7-13
Coolant ......................................... 7-13
Air filter element............................ 7-15
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 7-15
Valve clearance ............................ 7-15
Tires.............................................. 7-16
Cast wheels .................................. 7-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free play............................................ 7-19
Checking the brake lever free
play............................................ 7-19
Brake light switches ...................... 7-20
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 7-20
Checking the brake fluid level....... 7-21
Changing the brake fluid............... 7-22
Drive chain slack .......................... 7-23
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................. 7-25
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 7-25
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip ................................ 7-26
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals ............... 7-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 7-27
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Description
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Right view
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1. Fuses (page 7-32)
2. Fuel tank cap (page 4-22)
3. Spring preload adjuster (page 4-27)
4. Rebound damping force adjuster (page 4-27)
5. Coolant reservoir (page 7-13)
6. Engine oil level check window (page 7-12)
7. Engine oil filler cap (page 7-12)
8. Brake pedal (page 4-21) 9. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 7-21)
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Instrument and control functions
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13 on “TCS-MODE”.
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See page 3-3 for more informationon “D-MODE”.
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Wheel switch “ ”
When the wheel switch is operated, a
cursor will appear around the previous-
ly selected item on the display.
The wheel switch controls:
Vehicle information displays
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Settings MENU
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Grip warmer function (Option)
Operate the wheel switch as follows:
Rotate up - rotate the wheel upward to
scroll up or increase a setting value.
Rotate down - rotate the wheel down-
ward to scroll down or decrease a set-
ting value.
Press inward - press the wheel switch
in towards the handlebar to select items
indicated by the cursor and confirm set-
tings changes. Press and hold the
switch inward to reset selected items.
TIP
If the wheel switch is not operated
for a certain period of time, the cur-
sor will disappear.
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For items that can be reset, leave
the cursor over the item, press and
hold the switch to reset.
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See page 4-9 for more information
on the main screen and its func-
tions.
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See page 4-15 for more informa-
tion on the MENU screen and howto make settings changes.
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Indicator lights and warning
lights1. Immobilizer system indicator light “ ”
2. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
5. Neutral indicator light “ ”
6. Stability control indicator light “ ”
7. Auxiliary system warning light “ ”
8. ABS warning light “ ”
9. Fuel level warning light “ ”
10.Oil pressure and Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
11.Malfunction indicator light “ ”
12.Cruise control indicator lights “ ” /“ ”
ABS
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Instrument and control functions
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systems engage while riding. When
“TCS-MODE” is set to “OFF”, the indi-
cator will come on.
TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, this light
should come on for a few seconds and
then go off. If the light does not come
on, or if the light remains on, have aYamaha dealer check the vehicle.NOTICE
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When turning the main switch on,
avoid any movement or vibration of
the vehicle as it may interfere with
the initialization of the IMU. If this oc-
curs, the traction control system will
not operate and the “TCS-MODE”
display will read “OFF” until the IMUcan initialize.
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Oil pressure and Coolant tempera-
ture warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil pressure is low or if the coolant
temperature is high. If this occurs, stop
the engine immediately.
TIP
When the vehicle is first turned on,
this light should come on until the
engine is started.
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If a malfunction is detected, this
light will come on and the oil pres-sure icon will flash.
NOTICE
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If the oil pressure and coolant warn-
ing light does not go off after start-
ing the engine or if it comes on while
the engine is running, stop the vehi-
cle and engine immediately.
If the engine is overheating, the
coolant temperature warning
icon will come on. Let the en-
gine cool. Check the coolant
level (see page 7-37).
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If the engine oil pressure is low,
the oil pressure warning icon
will come on. Check the oil level
(see page 7-12).
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If the warning light remains on
after letting the engine cool and
confirming the proper oil level,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle. Do not continue to op-
erate the vehicle!
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Auxiliary system warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if a prob-
lem is detected in a non-engine-related
system.TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, this light
should come on for a few seconds and
then go off. Otherwise, have a Yamahadealer check the vehicle.
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Instrument and control functions
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“IND Start” - the r/min at which the indi-
cator starts flashing can be chosen.
Once selected, rotate the wheel switch
up/down to increase or decrease the
r/min value by increments of 200 r/min.
“IND Start” is settable between 6000 -
12800 r/min.
“IND Stop” - the r/min at which the indi-
cator stops flashing can be chosen.
Once selected, rotate the wheel switch
up/down to increase or decrease the
r/min value by increments of 200 r/min.
“IND Stop” is settable between 6200 -
13000 r/min.
“Maintenance”
This module allows you to record the
distance traveled between engine oil
changes (use the OIL item), and for two other items of your choice (use INTER-
VAL 1 and INTERVAL 2).
To reset a maintenance trip meter, se-
lect it and then press and hold the
wheel switch.
TIPMaintenance item names cannot bechanged.
“Unit”
This module allows you to switch the
display between metric and imperial
measurement units.
When using kilometers, the fuel con-
sumption units can be changed be-
tween “km/L” or “L/100km”. When
using miles, MPG will be available.
Temperature units can be switched be-tween Celsius and Fahrenheit.
“Brightness”
This module allows you to adjust the
general brightness level of the display
screen.
Select the desired brightness level by
rotating the wheel switch, and then
press the wheel switch to fix the setting
and return to the top MENU screen.
OIL
INTERVAL 1INTERVAL 2 1000
km/h
km
1000
km
1000
km
Maintenance
km or mile
kmL/100km°C
km/L or L/100km
°C or °F
km/h
Unit
km/h
Brightness
1
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
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Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided inthis manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.
Check fuel tank overflow hose for obstr
uctions, cracks or damage, and check
hose connection. 4-23, 4-25
Engine oil Check oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage. 7-12
Coolant Check coolant level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
Check cooling system for leakage. 7-13
Front brake Check operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage. 7-20, 7-21
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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23 *Rear suspension
relay arm and
connecting arm
pivoting points Check operation.
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24 *Engine oil Change (warm engine before
draining).
Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. 
25 *Engine oil filter
cartridge Replace.
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26 *Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage. 
Change. Every 3 years
27 *Front and rear brake
switches Check operation.
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28 *Moving parts and
cables Lubricate.
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29 *Throttle grip Check operation.
Lubricate throttle grip housing
tube guides. 
30 *Lights, signals and
switches Check operation.
Adjust headlight beam.
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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 and adjustment
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Air filter
This model’s air filter is equipped wi th a disposable oil-coated paper elemen t, which must not be cleaned with com-
pressed air to avoid damaging it.
The air filter element needs to be replaced more fr equently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
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Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
Every two years replace the internal components of t he brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake
fluid. Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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