Yamaha Star 2009 User manual

DIC183
XVS950A
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
26P-28199-E1

EAU26945
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
DECLARATION of CONFORMITY
YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
1450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan
General manager of quality assurance div.
1
Version up the norm of EN60950 to EN60950-1
To change company name
27 Feb. 2006
1 Mar. 2007
2
3
Revision record
No. Contents Date
To change contact person and integrate type-designation. 9 Jun. 2005
Date of issue: 1 Aug. 2002
Place of issue: Shizuoka, Japan
R&TTE Directive(1999/5/EC)
EN300 330-2 v1.1.1(2001-6), EN60950-1(2001)
Two or Three-Wheel Motor Vehicles Directive(97/24/EC: Chapter 8, EMC)
is in compliance with following norm(s) or documents:
Kind of equipment: IMMOBILIZER
Type-designation: 5SL-00
Hereby declare that the product:
Company: YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
Address: 1450-6, Mori, Mori-Machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-Ken, 437-0292 Japan
We
U26PE1E0.book Page 1 Thursday, July 16, 2009 8:21 AM

INTRODUCTION
EAU10102
Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the XVS950A, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the de-
sign and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your XVS950A. The Owner’s Manual
does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and
others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this
manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10031
Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.
U26PE1E0.book Page 1 Thursday, July 16, 2009 8:21 AM

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EAU10132
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP
U26PE1E0.book Page 1 Thursday, July 16, 2009 8:21 AM

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EAU10200
XVS950A
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2009 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, July 2009
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
U26PE1E0.book Page 2 Thursday, July 16, 2009 8:21 AM