Yamaha XV19CSY User manual

DIC183
29S-28199-11
XV19CSY(C)
XV19CY(C)
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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INTRODUCTION
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha XV19CSY(C)/XV19CY(C). This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast ex-
perience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of crafts-
manship 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.
The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at
the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the
motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the
recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual.
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
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Please read this manual and the “YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS”booklet carefully before operating
this motorcycle. Do not attempt to operate this motorcycle until you have attained adequate knowledge of its con-
trols and operating features. Regular inspections and careful maintenance, along with good operating techniques,
will help ensure that you safely enjoy the capabilities and reliability of this motorcycle.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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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
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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XV19CSY(C)/XV19CY(C)
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2008 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st edition, July 2008
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
P/N LIT-11626-22-58
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