Yamaha xvs9500aa User manual

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XVS950AA
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
27B-28199-22

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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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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the XVS950AA, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience 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 XVS950AA. 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
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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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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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XVS950AA
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2010 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, May 2010
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
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT
LABELS .............................................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ..................2-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................3-1
Left view ..........................................3-1
Right view ........................................3-2
Controls and instruments.................3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................4-1
Immobilizer system .........................4-1
Main switch/steering lock ................4-2
Indicator lights and warning
lights ............................................4-4
Multi-function meter unit .................4-5
Handlebar switches ........................4-8
Clutch lever ...................................4-10
Shift pedal .....................................4-10
Brake lever ...................................4-11
Brake pedal ..................................4-11
Fuel tank cap ................................4-11
Fuel ...............................................4-12
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose ..........................................4-13
Catalytic converter ........................4-14
Rider seat .....................................4-14
Helmet holder ...............................4-15
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................4-16
Sidestand ..................................... 4-17
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 4-18
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 5-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 6-1
Starting the engine ......................... 6-1
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 6-3
Engine break-in .............................. 6-3
Parking ........................................... 6-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 7-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 7-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 7-4
Removing and installing
the panel ..................................... 7-8
Checking the spark plugs ............... 7-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 7-9
Replacing the air filter element ..... 7-12
Checking the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 7-13
Valve clearance ............................ 7-13
Tires ............................................. 7-13
Cast wheels ................................. 7-15
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 7-15
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ........................................... 7-16
Brake light switches ..................... 7-17
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 7-17
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-18
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-19
Drive belt slack ............................ 7-19
Checking and lubricating
the cables ................................. 7-20
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 7-20
Checking and lubricating
the brake and shift pedals ........ 7-21
Checking and lubricating
the brake and clutch levers ...... 7-21
Checking and lubricating
the sidestand ............................ 7-22
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 7-22
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 7-23
Checking the front fork ................. 7-23
Checking the steering .................. 7-24
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-24
Battery ......................................... 7-24
Replacing the fuses ..................... 7-26
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 7-27
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Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb ...........................................7-28
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ...........................................7-29
Replacing a license plate light
bulb ...........................................7-30
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ...7-31
Supporting the motorcycle ............7-31
Troubleshooting ............................7-32
Troubleshooting chart ...................7-33
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE ..........................................8-1
Matte color caution .........................8-1
Care ................................................8-1
Storage ...........................................8-3
SPECIFICATIONS .............................9-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION...........10-1
Identification numbers ..................10-1
Motorcycle noise regulation
(for Australia) ............................10-2
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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1
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Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of
your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label
is available from your Yamaha dealer.
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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4AA-22259-40
TIRE INFORMATION
Cold tire normal pressure should be set
as follows.
• Up to 90 kg (198 lbs) load
FRONT
REAR
: 225 kPa, (2.25 kgf/cm²), 33 psi
: 250 kPa, (2.50 kgf/cm²), 36 psi
• 90kg (198 lbs) ~ maximum load
FRONT
REAR
: 225 kPa, (2.25 kgf/cm²), 33 psi
: 250 kPa, (2.50 kgf/cm²), 36 psi
5S7-21668-00
STATIONARY NOISE TEST INFORMATION
TESTED 87 dB(A) AT 3000 r/min
SILENCING SYSTEM : YAMAHA
IDENTIFICATION : 26P
27B-2118G-00
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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1
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