Yamaha 2001 V Star XVS650A User manual

PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD. PRINTED IN JAPAN
2000·10 -0.3×1CR
(E) 5BN-28199-21
XVS650
XVS650A
OWNER’S MANUAL

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EAU00000 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha XVS650/XVS650A. This model is
the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and
pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and
reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic
maintenance of this motorcycle. If you have any questions concerning the operation
or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the
motorcycle.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
motorcycle.
NOTE: A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTE:
@ ●This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
●Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing,
there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If you have
any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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WARNING
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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING
THIS MOTORCYCLE.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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XVS650/XVS650A
OWNER’S MANUAL
© 2000 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, September 2000
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 SAFETY INFORMATION 1
2 DESCRIPTION 2
3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 3
4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 4
5 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 5
6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6
7 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7
8 SPECIFICATIONS 8
9 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9
INDEX
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Safe riding..........................................................................................1-1
Protective apparel ..............................................................................1-3
Modifications......................................................................................1-3
Loading and accessories ...................................................................1-3
Gasoline and exhaust gas..................................................................1-5
Location of important labels ..............................................................1-7
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SAFETY INFORMATION
MOTORCYCLES ARE SINGLE TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE AND OPERATION ARE
DEPENDENT UPON THE USE OF PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE EXPERTISE
OF THE OPERATOR. EVERY OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS
BEFORE RIDING THIS MOTORCYCLE.
HE OR SHE SHOULD:
1. OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUCTIONS FROM A COMPETENT SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF
MOTORCYCLE OPERATION.
2. OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL.
3. OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES.
4. OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED BY THE OWNER’S MANUAL
AND/OR WHEN MADE NECESSARY BY MECHANICAL CONDITIONS.
Safe riding
1. Always make pre-operation checks. Careful checks may help prevent an accident.
2. This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and a passenger.
3. The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traffic is the predominating cause of
automobile/motorcycle accidents. Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver who
did not see the motorcycle. Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the
chance of this type of accident.
Therefore:
a. Wear a brightly colored jacket.
b. Use extra caution when approaching and passing through intersections, since intersections are
the most likely places for motorcycle accidents to occur.
c. Ride where other motorists can see you. Avoid riding in another motorist’s blind spot.
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