Yamaha Wild Star XV1600A User manual

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
5JA-28199-E2
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
PRINTED IN JAPAN
2000 ·8-0.3 ×2CR
(E)
XV1600A
OWNER’S MANUAL

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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of a Yamaha Wild Star™, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast expe-
rience and newest technology regarding the design 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 Yamaha Wild Star’s. 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!
EAU03338 INTRODUCTION
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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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XV1600A
OWNER’S MANUAL
© 2000 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, July 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 GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY 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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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
1
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY ................................................1-1
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY EAU00021
Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and
freedom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle
does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving value and operating condition of your
motorcycle. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance
depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of
course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders—more than car drivers—must always be at their mental
and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take
dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and
passengers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant
synthetic materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet.
Optimum protective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Although full-coverage
helmets and suits, in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will
always be vulnerable. Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to
take chances. This is even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely,
predictably and defensively—avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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DESCRIPTION
2
Left view.............................................................................................2-1
Right view...........................................................................................2-2
Controls and instruments...................................................................2-3
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2-1
2
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DESCRIPTION
Left view
1.Shift pedal (page 3-7)
2.Starter (choke) knob (page 3-12)
3.Fuel cock (page 3-11)
4.Rider seat (page 3-12)
5.Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
6.Helmet holder (page 3-13)
7.Rear turn signal lights (page 6-37)
8.Tail/brake light (page 6-37)
9.Fuses (page 6-33)
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DESCRIPTION
2-2
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Right view
10.Passenger footrest
11.Passenger seat
12.Fuel tank (page 3-9)
13.Fuel tank cap (page 3-9)
14.Headlight (page 6-35)
15.Front turn signal lights (page 6-37)
16.Throttle stop screw (page 6-16)
17.Brake pedal (page 3-8)
18.Rider footrest
19.Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting nut (page 3-14)
20.Muffler
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DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
Controls and instruments
1.Clutch lever (page 3-7)
2.Left handlebar switches (page 3-6)
3.Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
4.Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
5.Right handlebar switches (page 3-6)
6.Throttle grip (page 6-17)
7.Brake lever (page 3-8)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock .....................................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ................................3-2
Speedometer unit ................................................3-3
Fuel gauge ...........................................................3-4
Self-diagnosis device ...........................................3-4
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ....................................3-4
Clock ....................................................................3-5
Handlebar switches .............................................3-6
Clutch lever ..........................................................3-7
Shift pedal ............................................................3-7
Brake lever ...........................................................3-8
Brake pedal ..........................................................3-8
Fuel tank cap ...................................................... 3-9
Fuel ..................................................................... 3-9
Fuel tank breather hose .................................... 3-10
Fuel cock ........................................................... 3-11
Starter (choke) knob ......................................... 3-12
Locking the steering with a padlock .................. 3-12
Rider seat .......................................................... 3-12
Helmet holder .................................................... 3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ............ 3-14
Sidestand .......................................................... 3-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............................. 3-16
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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WARNING
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the motorcycle is
moving, otherwise the electrical
systems will be switched off, which
may result in loss of control or an
accident. Make sure that the motor-
cycle is stopped before turning the
key to “OFF” or “LOCK”.
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1. Push.
2. Turn.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3
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(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
and auxiliary light are on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”. ECA00043
CAUTION:
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Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
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Indicator and warning lights
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Fuel level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.5 L. When this occurs, turn the fuel
cock lever to the “RES” position and re-
fuel as soon as possible.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on or flashes
when an electrical circuit monitoring
the engine is defective. When this oc-
curs, have the Yamaha dealer check
the self-diagnosis system.
1. Fuel level warning light “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
4. Neutral indicator light “ ”
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Speedometer unit
The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer, an odometer and two
tripmeters. The speedometer shows
riding speed. The odometer shows the
total distance traveled. The tripmeters
show the distance traveled since they
were last set to zero.
Pushing the mode button (left) switch-
es the display between the odometer
mode “ODO” and the tripmeter modes
“TRIP A” and “TRIP B” in the following
order:
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To reset a tripmeter, select it by push-
ing the mode button (left), and then
hold down the set button (right) for at
least one second. The tripmeters can
be used to estimate the distance that
can be traveled with a full tank of fuel.
This information will enable you to plan
future fuel stops.
NOTE:
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This motorcycle is not equipped with a
tachometer; however, it has a built-in
engine speed limiter, which prevents
the engine speed from exceeding ap-
proximately 4,400 r/min.
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1. Odometer/tripmeter/clock
2. Speedometer
3. Fuel gauge
4. Set button
5. Mode button
ODO TRIP A TRIP B
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
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Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The needle moves
towards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When the needle reaches
“E”, refuel as soon as possible.
NOTE:
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Do not allow the fuel tank to empty it-
self completely.
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Self-diagnosis device
This model is equipped with a self-di-
agnosis device for various electrical
circuits.
If any of those circuits are defective,
the engine trouble warning light will
come on or the fuel level warning light
will flash. If this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the motorcycle. ECA00061
CAUTION:
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To prevent engine damage, be sure
to consult a Yamaha dealer as soon
as possible if this occurs.
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Anti-theft alarm (optional)
This motorcycle can be equipped with
an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Clock
The digital clock shows the time re-
gardless of the main switch position.
To set the clock:
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Press both the set button (right)
and the mode button (left) simulta-
neously until the hours and min-
utes flash.
3. Push the left button and only the
hour display will flash.
4. Push the right button to change
the hours.
5. Push the left button and only the
minute display will flash.
6. Push the right button to change
the minutes.
7. Push the left button and both the
hours and minutes will flash.
8. Push the right button for two sec-
onds to set the clock.
1. Clock
2. Set button
3. Mode button
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