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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

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brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.

EAU22720

Changing the brake fluid 

Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the NOTE after the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
have the oil seals of the brake master
cylinder and caliper as well as the
brake hose replaced at the intervals
listed below or whenever they are dam-
aged or leaking.

●

Oil seals: Replace every two
years.

●

Brake hose: Replace every four
years.

EAU23100

Checking and lubricating the 
cables 

The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.

WARNING

EWA10720

Damage to the outer sheath may in-
terfere with proper cable operation
and will cause the inner cable to
rust. Replace a damaged cable as
soon as possible to prevent unsafe
conditions.

Recommended lubricant:

Engine oil

U3B722E0.book  Page 23  Thursday, April 12, 2007  11:36 AM

Summary of Contents for 2007 V Star XVS650AX

Page 1: ...3B7 28199 22 XVS650X XVS650AX OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...U3B722E0 book Page 2 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 3: ...to enjoy all advantages of your XVS650X XVS650AX 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 Ya...

Page 4: ...If you have any questions concerning this manual please consult your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10030 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE Product and specifications are subject to change without notice The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death...

Page 5: ...S MANUAL 2007 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition March 2007 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan U3B722E0 book Page 2 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 6: ...ips for reducing fuel consumption 5 4 Engine break in 5 4 Parking 5 5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6 1 Owner s tool kit 6 1 Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart 6 2 Removing and installing panels 6 6 Checking the spark plugs 6 7 Engine oil and oil filter element 6 8 Final gear oil 6 11 Cleaning the air filter element 6 12 Adjusting the carburetors 6 14 Adjusting the engine idling sp...

Page 7: ... bulb or the tail brake light bulb 6 31 Replacing the auxiliary light bulb XVS650AX 6 32 Supporting the motorcycle 6 33 Front wheel 6 33 Rear wheel 6 35 Troubleshooting 6 36 Troubleshooting chart 6 37 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Matte color caution 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 3 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 Motorcycle noise regulation for Australia 9 2 U3B72...

Page 8: ...ts 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 Wear a brightly colored jacket Use extra caution when ap proaching and passing through intersections since intersec tions are the most likely places for motorcycle accidents to oc cur Ride where other motorists...

Page 9: ...e shield or goggles Wind in your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of vision which could delay seeing a hazard The use of a jacket heavy boots trousers gloves etc is effective in preventing or reducing abrasions or lacerations Never wear loose fitting clothes otherwise they could catch on the control levers footrests or wheels and cause injury or an accident Never touch the engine...

Page 10: ...on when selecting and installing any ac cessories Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided under Load ing when mounting accessories Never install accessories or carry cargo that would impair the perfor mance of your motorcycle Care fully inspect the accessory before using it to make sure that it does not in any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearance limit suspens...

Page 11: ...ff before leaving the motorcycle unattended and remove the key from the main switch When parking the motor cycle note the following The engine and exhaust system may be hot therefore park the motorcycle in a place where pe destrians or children are not like ly to touch these hot areas Do not park the motorcycle on a slope or soft ground otherwise it may fall over Do not park the motorcycle near a ...

Page 12: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 5 1 EAU10381 Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle U3B722E0 book Page 5 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 13: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 6 1 3 XVS650X 3 XVS650AX 5FB 21668 01 U3B722E0 book Page 6 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 14: ...7 2 Fuel cock page 3 10 3 Starter choke knob page 3 11 4 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 15 5 Helmet holder page 3 14 6 Storage compartment page 3 14 7 Owner s tool kit page 6 1 U3B722E0 book Page 1 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 15: ...Right view 1 Engine oil filter element page 6 8 2 Battery page 6 28 3 Fuses page 6 29 4 Main switch steering lock page 3 2 5 Air filter element page 6 12 6 Brake pedal page 3 8 U3B722E0 book Page 2 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 16: ...s 1 Clutch lever page 3 7 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 6 3 Speedometer unit page 3 5 4 Fuel tank cap page 3 9 5 Right handlebar switches page 3 6 6 Throttle grip page 6 15 7 Brake lever page 3 8 U3B722E0 book Page 3 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 17: ...EALER IMMEDIATELY IF IT IS LOST If the code re reg istering key is lost registering new codes in the standard keys is impossible The standard keys can still be used to start the vehicle however if code re registering is required i e if a new standard key is made or all keys are lost the entire immobi lizer system must be replaced Therefore it is highly recom mended to use either standard key and k...

Page 18: ...lock the steering The various positions are described below EAU10471 Main switch steering lock XVS650AX The main switch steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems and is used to lock the steering NOTE Be sure to use the standard key black bow for regular use of the vehicle To minimize the risk of losing the code re registering key red bow keep it in a safe place and only use it for c...

Page 19: ...F All electrical systems are off The key can be removed EAU10680 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 ...

Page 20: ...light comes on when the high beam of the headlight is switched on EAU11500 Engine trouble warning light This warning light comes on or flashes when an electrical circuit monitoring the engine is defective When this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the self diagnosis system The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON If the warning light does not come on for...

Page 21: ... no other immobi lizer keys close to the main switch and do not keep more than one immobilizer key on the same key ring Immobilizer system keys may cause signal interfer ence which may prevent the engine from starting 2 If the engine starts turn it off and try starting the engine with the standard keys 3 If one or both of the standard keys do not start the engine take the vehicle the code re regis...

Page 22: ... after it has re turned to the center position EAU12500 Horn switch Press this switch to sound the horn EAU12660 Engine stop switch Set this switch to before starting the engine Set this switch to to stop the engine in case of an emergen cy such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck EAU12710 Start switch Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter CAUTION ECA1...

Page 23: ...820 Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left handlebar grip To disengage the clutch pull the lever toward the handle bar grip To engage the clutch release the lever The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth clutch operation The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch switch which is part of the igni tion circuit cut off system See page 3 17 EAU12870 Shift pedal X...

Page 24: ...cle NOTE Use your toes or heel to shift up and your toes to shift down EAU12890 Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right handlebar grip To apply the front brake pull the lever toward the handle bar grip EAU12941 Brake pedal XVS650X XVS650AX The brake pedal is on the right side of the motorcycle To apply the rear brake press down on the brake pedal 1 Shift pedal 1 Brake lever 1 Brake ped...

Page 25: ...he lock cover NOTE The fuel tank cap cannot be installed unless the key is in the lock In addition the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly installed and locked WARNING EWA10130 Make sure that the fuel tank cap is properly installed before riding EAU13211 Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in the tank Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler tube as shown WARNING EWA108...

Page 26: ...ing oc curs use a gasoline of a different brand or premium unleaded fuel Use of un leaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs EAU13550 Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetors while also filter ing it The fuel cock lever positions are ex plained as follows and shown in the il lustrations OFF With the fuel cock lever in this position fuel will...

Page 27: ... fuel cock lever back to ON EAU13620 Starter choke knob Starting a cold engine requires a richer air fuel mixture which is supplied by the starter choke Move the knob in direction a to turn on the starter choke Move the knob in direction b to turn off the starter choke CAUTION ECA10990 Do not use the starter choke for more than 3 minutes as the exhaust pipe may discolor from excessive heat In addi...

Page 28: ...rider seat 1 Remove the passenger seat 2 Remove the passenger seat hold er by removing its bolts and then pull the rider seat up To install the rider seat 1 Insert the projection on the front of the rider seat into the seat holder as shown and then place the seat in the original position 2 Install the passenger seat holder by installing its bolts 3 Install the passenger seat NOTE Make sure that th...

Page 29: ... washer and nut and then tighten the nut to the specified torque Rider seat To remove the rider seat 1 Remove the passenger seat 2 Remove the bolt and then pull the rider seat up To install the rider seat 1 Insert the projection on the front of the rider seat into the holder as shown place the seat in the origi nal position and then install the bolt 1 Nut 2 Washer Tightening torque Passenger seat ...

Page 30: ...with a helmet attached to the helmet holder since the helmet may hit objects causing loss of con trol and possibly an accident EAU14481 Storage compartment The storage compartment is located on the left side of the vehicle To open the storage compartment 1 Slide the lock cover open insert the key into the lock and then turn it clockwise 2 Pull the storage compartment cov er out as shown 1 Helmet h...

Page 31: ...See page 3 12 2 To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension turn the adjusting ring in direction a To decrease the spring pre load and thereby soften the sus pension turn the adjusting ring in direction b NOTE Align the appropriate notch in the adjusting ring with the position in dicator on the shock absorber Use the special wrench and exten sion bar included in the owner s to...

Page 32: ...rap holder on each passenger footrest EAU15301 Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side of the frame Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright NOTE The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situations See further down for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut off system WARN...

Page 33: ...n gear and the side stand is up but the clutch lever is not pulled It prevents starting when the trans mission is in gear and the clutch le ver is pulled but the sidestand is still down It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sid estand is moved down Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut off system according to the following procedure WARNING EWA1...

Page 34: ...r the engine has stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Keep the clutch lever pulled 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden This check is most reliable if performed with a warmed up engine The neutral switch may be defective The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The sidestand switch may be defective The motorcycle sh...

Page 35: ...uences Therefore it is very important in addition to a thorough visual inspec tion to check the following points before each ride NOTE Pre operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very short time and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved WARNING EWA11150 If any item in the Pre operation check list is not wo...

Page 36: ...Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid level in reservoir If necessary add recommended brake fluid to specified level Check hydraulic system for leakage 6 19 6 21 6 22 Rear brake Check operation Check pedal free play Adjust if necessary 6 20 6 21 Clutch Check operation Lubricate cable if necessary Check lever free play Adjust if necessary 6 18 Throttle grip Make sure that opera...

Page 37: ...ooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 6 25 Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivot if necessary 6 25 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened Tighten if necessary Instruments lights signals and switches Check operation Correct if necessary Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut off system If system is defec...

Page 38: ...pulled and the sid estand up WARNING EWA10290 Before starting the engine check the function of the igni tion circuit cut off system ac cording to the procedure described on page 3 17 Never ride with the sidestand down 1 Turn the fuel cock lever to ON 2 Turn the key to ON and make sure that the engine stop switch is set to 3 Shift the transmission into the neu tral position NOTE When the transmissi...

Page 39: ...the elec trical circuit If the indicator light flashes after starting have a Yamaha dealer check the self diagnosis system 6 After starting the engine move the starter choke back halfway CAUTION ECA11130 For maximum engine life always warm the engine up before starting off Never accelerate hard when the engine is cold 7 When the engine is warm turn the starter choke off NOTE The engine is warm whe...

Page 40: ...tly raise it CAUTION ECA10260 Even with the transmission in the neutral position do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off and do not tow the motorcycle for long dis tances The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is running Inade quate lubrication may damage the transmission Always use the clutch while changing gears to avoid damag ing the engine transmission a...

Page 41: ...ould read the follow ing material carefully Since the engine is brand new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided EAU17041 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolo...

Page 42: ...itch and then turn the fuel cock lever to OFF WARNING EWA10310 Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn U3B722E0 book Page 5 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 43: ... familiar with mainte nance work have a Yamaha dealer do it for you EAU17450 Owner s tool kit The owner s tool kit is located inside the storage compartment See page 3 14 The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs How ever additional tools such as a torque w...

Page 44: ...s NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING 1000 km ANNUAL CHECK 1 10 20 30 40 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage 2 Fuel filter Check condition 3 Spark plugs Check condition Clean and regap Replace 4 Valves Check valve clearance Adjust 5 Air filter element Clean Replace 6 Clutch Check operation Adjust 7 Front brake Check operation fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage Re...

Page 45: ...ith lithium soap based grease Every 20000 km 15 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened 16 Brake lever pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease 17 Brake pedal pivot shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 18 Clutch lever pivot shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 19 Shift pedal pivot shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 20 Side...

Page 46: ... Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage 26 Engine oil filter element Replace 27 Final gear oil Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage Change 28 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 29 Moving parts and ca bles Lubricate 30 Throttle grip housing and cable Check operation and free play Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable 31...

Page 47: ...PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6 5 6 Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U3B722E0 book Page 5 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 48: ...hapter Refer to this section each time a panel needs to be removed and installed XVS650X XVS650AX EAU19193 Panel A To remove the panel Remove the bolts and then take the panel off XVS650X XVS650AX To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and then install the bolts 1 Panel A 1 Panel A 1 Panel B 1 Bolt 1 Bolt U3B722E0 book Page 6 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 49: ...k plugs can re veal the condition of the engine To remove a spark plug 1 Remove the spark plug cap 2 Remove the spark plug as shown with the spark plug wrench includ ed in the owner s tool kit To check the spark plugs 1 Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode on each spark plug is a medium to light tan the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally 2 Check that all spar...

Page 50: ...he spark plug cap EAU19743 Engine oil and oil filter ele ment The engine oil level should be checked before each ride In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter ele ment replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubri cation chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion NOTE Make sure that the v...

Page 51: ...eral minutes and then turn it off 2 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 3 Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase NOTE Skip steps 4 7 if the oil filter element is not being replaced 4 Remove the outer and inner oil fil ter element covers by removing the bolts 1 Engine oil level check window 2 Maximum level mark 3 Minimum level mark ...

Page 52: ...ION ECA11620 In order to prevent clutch slip page since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch do not mix any chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel speci fication of CD or oils of a high er quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the crankcase 1 Inner oil filter element cover 2 Bolt 1 Oil fil...

Page 53: ...ters the final gear case Make sure that no oil gets on the tire or wheel To check the final gear oil level 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion NOTE The final gear oil level must be checked on a cold engine Make sure that the vehicle is posi tioned straight up when checking the oil level A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading 2 Remove the oil...

Page 54: ...d be cleaned at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Clean the air filter element more fre quently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas 1 Remove the air filter case cover by removing the bolts 2 Pull the air filter element out 3 Lightly tap the air filter element to remove most of the dust and dirt and then blow the remaining dirt out with compress...

Page 55: ...r ele ment installed otherwise the piston s and or cylinder s may become excessively worn 5 Install the air filter case cover by aligning the match marks and in stalling the bolts NOTE If dust or water collects in the air filter check hose remove the clamp from it and then remove the plug to drain the hose 1 Air filter element 1 Air filter element holder 2 Projection 3 Slot 1 Match marks 1 Air fil...

Page 56: ...gine idling speed The engine idling speed must be checked and if necessary adjusted as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart The engine should be warm before making this adjustment NOTE The engine is warm when it quickly responds to the throttle A diagnostic tachometer is needed to make this adjustment 1 Attach the tachometer to the spark plug lead 2 ...

Page 57: ...ecified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU32771 Tires To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motor cycle note the following points regarding the specified tires Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be checked and if necessary adjusted before each ride WARNING EWA10500 The tire air pressure must be checked and adjusted on cold tires i e when ...

Page 58: ...ire damage an accident or even injury Tire inspection Always check the tires before operating the motorcycle If a tire tread shows crosswise lines minimum tread depth if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it or if the sidewall is cracked con tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and have the tire replaced Tire air pressure measured on cold tires 0 90 kg 0 198 lb Front XVS650AX 225 kPa 33 psi 2 2...

Page 59: ...e been ap proved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd EAU21940 Spoke wheels To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motor cycle note the following points regarding the specified wheels The wheel rims should be checked for cracks bends or warpage and the spokes for looseness or dam age before each ride If any dam age is found have a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel Do not...

Page 60: ...If the specified clutch lever free play could be obtained as described above tighten the locknut and skip the rest of the procedure otherwise proceed as follows 3 Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in direction a to loos en the clutch cable 4 Loosen the locknut at the crank case 5 To increase the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting nut in direc tion a To decrease the clutch le...

Page 61: ... screw in direction b 3 Tighten the locknut WARNING EWA10630 After adjusting the brake lever free play check the free play and make sure that the brake is working properly A soft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system If there is air in the hy draulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the motorcycle Air in the hydra...

Page 62: ...lows 1 Loosen the locknut at the brake pedal 2 To raise the brake pedal turn the adjusting bolt in direction a To lower the brake pedal turn the ad justing bolt in direction b 3 Tighten the locknut WARNING EWA11230 After adjusting the brake pedal posi tion the brake pedal free play must be adjusted Brake pedal free play The brake pedal free play should mea sure 20 0 30 0 mm 0 79 1 18 in at the bra...

Page 63: ...he adjusting nut in direction a To make the brake light come on later turn the adjusting nut in direction b EAU22380 Checking the front brake pads and rear brake shoes The front brake pads and the rear brake shoes must be checked for wear at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance and lubrication chart EAU22430 Front brake pads Each front brake pad is provided with wear indicator groo...

Page 64: ...e system leakage If the brake fluid level is low be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage Observe these precautions When checking the fluid level make sure that the top of the mas ter cylinder is level by turning the handlebars Use only the recommended quality brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage and poor braking perfor mance Refil...

Page 65: ...aking Oil seals Replace every two years Brake hose Replace every four years EAU23100 Checking and lubricating the cables The operation of all control cables and the condition of the cables should be checked before each ride and the ca bles and cable ends should be lubricat ed if necessary If a cable is damaged or does not move smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or replace it WARNING EWA10720 Dama...

Page 66: ... should be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart EAU44270 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift pedals should be checked before each ride and the pedal pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all pur pose grease U3B722E0 book Page 24 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM...

Page 67: ...idestand The operation of the sidestand should be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10730 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it Recommended lubricants Brake lever Silicone grease Clutch lever Lithium soap based grease all purpose grease Recommended l...

Page 68: ...G EWA10750 Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion 2 While applying the front brake push down hard on the handlebars several times to check if the front fork compresses and rebounds smoothly CAUTIO...

Page 69: ... support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for ward and backward If any free play can be felt have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the steering EAU23290 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart I...

Page 70: ...edical attention Batteries produce explosive hy drogen gas Therefore keep sparks flames cigarettes etc away from the battery and pro vide sufficient ventilation when charging it in an enclosed space KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER IES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat tery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged Keep in mind that the battery...

Page 71: ...acing the fuses The main fuse and the fuse box which contains the fuses for the individual cir cuits are located behind panel B See page 6 6 If a fuse is blown replace it as follows 1 Turn the key to OFF and turn off the electrical circuit in question 2 Remove the blown fuse and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage 1 Fuse box 2 Main fuse 3 Spare main fuse 1 Headlight fuse 2 Signaling ...

Page 72: ...is equipped with a quartz bulb headlight If the headlight bulb burns out replace it as follows 1 Remove the headlight unit by re moving the screws 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler and then remove the bulb cover 3 Remove the headlight bulb holder by turning it counterclockwise and then remove the defective bulb Specified fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Hea...

Page 73: ...the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely af fected Thoroughly clean off any dirt and fingerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner 5 Install the headlight bulb cover and then connect the coupler 6 Install the headlight unit by install ing the screws 7 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary EAU24281 Replacing...

Page 74: ... light bulb burns out re place it as follows 1 Remove the headlight unit by re moving the screws 2 Remove the socket together with the bulb by pushing it in and turn ing it counterclockwise 3 Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and then turn it clock wise until it stops 5 Install the socket together with the bul...

Page 75: ...e by placing a jack un der the frame in front of the rear wheel 2 Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand To service the rear wheel Raise the rear wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand or if a motor cycle stand is not available by placing a jack either under each side of the frame in front of the rear wheel or under each side of the swingarm EAU24360 Front wheel...

Page 76: ...ds before insert ing the brake disc and that the slot in the speedometer gear unit fits over the retainer on the fork leg 3 Insert the wheel axle 4 Lower the front wheel so that it is on the ground 5 Tighten the wheel axle to the spec ified torque 6 Tighten the front wheel axle pinch bolt to the specified torque 7 While applying the front brake push down hard on the handlebars several times to che...

Page 77: ...nnect the brake rod from the brake cam shaft lever 5 Remove panel A See page 6 6 6 Remove the bolts that secure the final gear case to the swingarm 7 Lift the rear wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 6 33 8 While supporting the drive shaft pull the rear wheel back to remove the following parts as an assem bly wheel wheel axle final gear case and drive shaft NOTE Make sure to su...

Page 78: ...ght EAU25850 Troubleshooting Although Yamaha motorcycles receive a thorough inspection before shipment from the factory trouble may occur dur ing operation Any problem in the fuel compression or ignition systems for example can cause poor starting and loss of power The following troubleshooting chart represents a quick and easy procedure for checking these vital systems your self However should yo...

Page 79: ...tion Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gaps or replace the spark plugs Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric starter 4 Battery The engine turns over qui...

Page 80: ...ler outlets with plas tic bags after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and covers as well as all electrical couplers and connectors including the spark plug caps are tightly in stalled 3 Remove extremely stubborn dirt like oil burnt onto the crankcase with a degreasing agent and a brush but never apply such prod ucts onto seals gaskets and wheel axles Always rinse the dirt and d...

Page 81: ...rea is covered with a wet cloth for a few minutes before cleaning After riding in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads during winter are extremely corrosive in combination with water carry out the following steps after each ride in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads NOTE Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may remain well into spring 1 ...

Page 82: ...table care product Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint NOTE Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use EAU26230 Storage Short term Always store your motorcycle in a cool dry place and if necessary protect it against dust with a porous cover CAUTION ECA10810 Storing the motorcycle in a poorly ventilated room or cover ing it with a tarp while it ...

Page 83: ...the spark plugs and then install the spark plugs and the spark plug caps WARNING EWA10950 To prevent damage or injury from sparking make sure to ground the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over 6 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the side stand centerstand 7 Check and if necessary correct the tire air pressure and then lift th...

Page 84: ...mmended engine oil grade API service SG type or higher JASO standard MA Engine oil quantity Without oil filter element replacement 2 60 L 2 75 US qt 2 29 Imp qt With oil filter element replacement 2 80 L 2 96 US qt 2 46 Imp qt Final gear oil Type SAE80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0 19 L 0 20 US qt 0 17 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Dry element Fuel Recommended fuel Unleaded gasoline o...

Page 85: ...er cargo and accessories Tire air pressure measured on cold tires Loading condition 0 90 kg 0 198 lb Front XVS650AX 225 kPa 33 psi 2 25 kgf cm XVS650X 200 kPa 29 psi 2 00 kgf cm Rear 225 kPa 33 psi 2 25 kgf cm Loading condition XVS650AX 90 200 kg 198 441 lb XVS650X 90 180 kg 198 397 lb Front XVS650AX 225 kPa 33 psi 2 25 kgf cm XVS650X 200 kPa 29 psi 2 00 kgf cm Rear 250 kPa 36 psi 2 50 kgf cm Fron...

Page 86: ... brake light 12 V 5 0 W 21 0 W 1 Front turn signal light 12 V 21 0 W 2 Rear turn signal light 12 V 21 0 W 2 Auxiliary light XVS650AX 12 V 4 0 W 1 Meter lighting 12 V 1 7 W 1 Neutral indicator light 12 V 1 7 W 1 High beam indicator light 12 V 1 7 W 1 Turn signal indicator light 12 V 1 7 W 1 Engine trouble warning light 12 V 1 7 W 1 Immobilizer system indicator light XVS650AX LED Fuses Main fuse 30 ...

Page 87: ...NFORMATION EAU26381 Key identification number XVS650X XVS650AX The key identification number is stamped into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU26400 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record this number in the space pro vided 1 Key identification number 1 Key i...

Page 88: ...26570 Motorcycle noise regulation for Australia TAMPERING WITH NOISE CON TROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED Owners are warned that the law may prohibit a The removal or rendering inopera tive by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the pur pose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultim...

Page 89: ...t 3 4 Horn switch 3 6 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 3 17 Immobilizer system indicator light XVS650AX 3 4 Immobilizer system XVS650AX 3 1 Indicator and warning lights 3 4 K Key identification number 9 1 L Labels location of 1 5 Luggage strap holders 3 16 M Main switch steering lock XVS650AX 3 2 Main switch steering lock XVS650X 3 2 Matte color caution 7 1 Model label ...

Page 90: ...ing 6 36 Troubleshooting chart 6 37 Turn signal indicator light 3 4 Turn signal light bulb or tail brake light bulb replacing 6 31 Turn signal switch 3 6 V Valve clearance 6 15 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Wheel bearings checking 6 27 Wheel front 6 33 Wheel rear 6 35 Wheels 6 17 U3B722E0 book Page 2 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 91: ...U3B722E0 book Page 3 Thursday April 12 2007 11 36 AM ...

Page 92: ...PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD PRINTED IN JAPAN 2007 05 0 3 1 CR E ...

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