DIC183
XVS950XR-A
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
BL3-28199-E0
[English (E)]
Page 1: ...DIC183 XVS950XR A OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle BL3 28199 E0 English E...
Page 2: ...EN 300 330 2 V1 6 1 Technical Construction File held by YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO LTD 1450 6 Mori Mori machi Shuchi gun Shizuoka 437 0292 Japan R TTE Directive Article 3 1 a Safety R TTE Directive A...
Page 3: ...y 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 Yamah...
Page 4: ...ial 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 s...
Page 5: ...UAL 2016 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition October 2016 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in...
Page 6: ...hart 6 5 Removing and installing panels 6 9 Checking the spark plugs 6 11 Canister 6 12 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 6 12 Replacing the air filter element 6 15 Checking the throttle grip free p...
Page 7: ...ting chart 6 35 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 Diagnostic connector 9 2 Vehicle dat...
Page 8: ...Safe Riding Perform the pre operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi cle properly increases the possibilit...
Page 9: ...ain tain control of the motorcycle The passenger should always hold onto the operator the seat strap or grab bar if equipped with both hands and keep both feet on the passenger footrests Never carry a...
Page 10: ...cle is changed To avoid the possibility of an accident use extreme caution when adding cargo or accessories to your motorcycle Use extra care when riding a motorcycle that has added cargo or accessori...
Page 11: ...ange any of the vehicle s design or operation characteristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death You are responsible for injuries related to changes in the vehicle Keep...
Page 12: ...truc tions before transporting the motorcy cle in another vehicle Remove all loose items from the motorcycle Check that the fuel cock if equipped is in the OFF position and that there are no fuel leak...
Page 13: ...ool kit page 6 2 3 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 15 4 Fuses page 6 28 5 Engine oil drain bolt page 6 12 6 Shift pedal page 3 9 7 Engine oil filter cartridge page 6 12 8...
Page 14: ...6 32 3 Battery page 6 27 4 Rear brake fluid reservoir page 6 21 5 Air filter element page 6 15 6 Fuel tank cap page 3 11 7 Main switch page 3 2 8 Steering lock page 3 14 9 Brake pedal page 3 9 10 Sho...
Page 15: ...utch lever page 3 8 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 7 3 Multi function meter unit page 3 5 4 Front brake fluid reservoir page 6 21 5 Right handlebar switches page 3 7 6 Brake lever page 3 9 7 Throttl...
Page 16: ...ATELY 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 registe...
Page 17: ...s recommended to use a cloth or leather key chain TIP 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 i...
Page 18: ...s on when the transmission is in the neutral position EAU11081 High beam indicator light This indicator light comes on when the high beam of the headlight is switched on EAU11256 Oil level warning lig...
Page 19: ...el warning light will flash repeatedly If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU73171 Engine trouble warning light This warning light comes on if a prob lem is detected in the engine o...
Page 20: ...ystem indica tor light will flash in a pattern have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle TIP If the immobilizer system indicator light flashes in the pattern slowly 5 times then quickly 2 times this coul...
Page 21: ...er 999 9 is reached In normal operation use the SELECT switch to change the display between the odometer ODO tripmeters TRIP 1 and TRIP 2 and the clock in the following order ODO TRIP 1 TRIP 2 clock O...
Page 22: ...tch to set the minutes 6 Push the SELECT switch for one second to start the clock EAU1234M Handlebar switches Left Right EAU12352 Pass switch Press this switch to flash the headlight TIP When the dimm...
Page 23: ...multaneous flashing of all turn signal lights The hazard lights are used in case of an emergency or to warn other drivers when your vehicle is stopped where it might be a traffic hazard NOTICE ECA1006...
Page 24: ...this motorcycle EAU12892 Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar To apply the front brake pull the lever toward the throttle grip EAU12944 Brake pedal The brake peda...
Page 25: ...h will revert the system to conven tional braking if a malfunction occurs TIP The ABS performs a self diagno sis test each time the vehicle first starts off after the key is turned to ON and the vehic...
Page 26: ...Leaking fuel is a fire hazard EAU13222 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank WARNING EWA10882 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable To avoid fires and explosions and t...
Page 27: ...ded gasoline will cause severe damage to internal engine parts such as the valves and piston rings as well as to the exhaust system TIP This mark identifies the recom mended fuel for this vehicle as s...
Page 28: ...anister breather is not blocked and clean it if necessary TIP See page 6 12 for canister information EAU13434 Catalytic converter This model is equipped with a catalytic converter in the exhaust syste...
Page 29: ...teering 1 Turn the handlebar all the way to the left 2 Insert the key into the steering lock and turn it 1 2 turn clockwise 3 Remove the key from the lock TIP If the steering lock is difficult to en g...
Page 30: ...e the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension turn the adjust ing ring on each shock absorber as sembly in direction b WARNING EWA10232 These shock absorber assemblies contain highly pressuri...
Page 31: ...f system has been designed to assist the operator in fulfilling the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be fore starting off Therefore check this system regularly and have a Yamaha dealer repair...
Page 32: ...0 Move the sidestand up 11 Keep the clutch lever pulled 12 Slide the switch toward Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden YES NO YES NO YES NO The neutral switch may not b...
Page 33: ...ted by a Yamaha dealer Before using this vehicle check the following points ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage Check fuel tank breather...
Page 34: ...and grip housing 6 16 6 24 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 6 23 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Corre...
Page 35: ...on checks 4 3 4 Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut off system If system is not working correctly have Yamaha dealer check vehicle 3 16 ITEM CHECKS PAGE UBL3E0E0 book Page 3 Tuesd...
Page 36: ...cally if left idling for 20 minutes In this case simply push the start switch to re start the engine EAU69830 Starting the engine In order for the ignition circuit cut off system to enable starting on...
Page 37: ...If the engine fails to start release the start engine stop switch wait a few seconds and then try again Each starting attempt should be as short as possible to preserve the battery Do not crank the en...
Page 38: ...load on the en gine Turn the engine off instead of let ting it idle for an extended length of time e g in traffic jams at traf fic lights or at railroad crossings EAU16842 Engine break in There is ne...
Page 39: ...ng stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10312 Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely t...
Page 40: ...rforming maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine while...
Page 41: ...you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs How ever additional tools such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly TIP If you do not ha...
Page 42: ...AU71051 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING ANNUAL CHECK 1000 km 600 mi 10000 km 6000 mi 20000 km 12000 mi 30000 km 18000 mi 40...
Page 43: ...trol system Check control system for dam age Replace if necessary NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING ANNUAL CHECK 1000 km 600 mi 10000 km 6000 mi 20000 km 12000 mi 30000 km 18000 mi 400...
Page 44: ...h Check operation Adjust 4 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 5 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pa...
Page 45: ...screws are properly tightened 15 Brake lever pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease 16 Brake pedal pivot shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 17 Clutch lever pivot shaft Lubricate with l...
Page 46: ...Replace 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 26 Moving parts and cables Lubricate 27 Throttle grip hous ing and cable Check operation and free play Adjust the throttle cable free play if n...
Page 47: ...filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas Hydraulic brake service Regularly check and if necessary correct the brake fluid level Every two years r...
Page 48: ...in this chapter Refer to this section each time a panel needs to be removed and installed EAU74860 Panels A and B To remove a panel 1 Remove the screw 2 Pull the panel off as shown To install a panel...
Page 49: ...ock and then turn it 1 4 turn clockwise 3 Pull the panel off as shown To install the panel 1 Place the panel in the original po sition 2 Turn the key 1 4 turn counter clockwise remove it and then slid...
Page 50: ...e could be operating improperly Do not at tempt to diagnose such problems yourself Instead have a Yamaha deal er check the vehicle If a spark plug shows signs of elec trode erosion and excessive carbo...
Page 51: ...s speci fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place the vehicle on a level surfa ce and hold it in an upright posi tion A slight tilt to the side can r...
Page 52: ...ed oil 3 Remove the engine oil filler cap the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crankcase TIP Skip steps 4 6 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 4 Remove the...
Page 53: ...eign mate rial enters the crankcase 9 Check the O ring for damage and replace it if necessary 10 Install and tighten the engine oil filler cap 11 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minu...
Page 54: ...art Replace the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in un usually wet or dusty areas To replace the air filter element 1 Remove the air filter case cover by removing the bolts 2 Pull...
Page 55: ...on ditions of riding depends on a relatively small area of road contact Therefore it is essential to maintain the tires in good condition at all times and replace them at the appropriate time with the...
Page 56: ...replacement of all wheel and brake related parts includ ing the tires should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary professional knowl edge and experience It is not recommended to patch a pu...
Page 57: ...beless tires Do not attempt to use tubeless tires on this model To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motor cycle note the following points regarding the specified wheels...
Page 58: ...lever free play turn the clutch lever free play adjusting nut in direction a To decrease the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting nut in di rection b 4 Tighten the locknut EAU37914 Checking the...
Page 59: ...king the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals spec ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU22432 Front brake pads Each f...
Page 60: ...riding check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark Check the brake fluid level with the top of the reservoir level Replenish the brake fluid if necessary Front brake Rear brake TIP The...
Page 61: ...Always clean up spilled fluid immediately As the brake pads wear it is normal for the brake fluid level to gradually go down A low brake fluid level may indi cate worn brake pads and or brake system l...
Page 62: ...ent noted in step 3 5 If the drive belt slack is incorrect have a Yamaha dealer adjust it EAU23098 Checking and lubricating the cables The operation of all control cables and the condition of the cabl...
Page 63: ...lled Even though the cover is installed correctly it does not completely protect the cable from wa ter entry Therefore use care not to pour water directly onto the cover or cable when washing the vehi...
Page 64: ...hould be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10732 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly hav...
Page 65: ...to check if the front fork compresses and re bounds smoothly NOTICE ECA10591 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU23285 Checki...
Page 66: ...ul furic acid which causes severe burns Avoid any contact with skin eyes or clothing and al ways shield your eyes when working near batteries In case of contact administer the fol lowing FIRST AID EXT...
Page 67: ...ttery will be stored for more than two months check it at least once a month and fully char ge it if necessary 3 Fully charge the battery before installation NOTICE When in stalling the battery be sur...
Page 68: ...tion to check if the device operates 4 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system 1 Ignition fuse 2 ABS control unit fuse 3 Signaling system fuse 4 Parking li...
Page 69: ...t bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner 1 Remove the headlight unit by re moving the screws 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler and then remove the headlight bulb cover 3 Unhook the hea...
Page 70: ...e place it as follows 1 Remove the headlight unit See page 6 30 2 Remove the auxiliary light bulb socket together with the bulb by pulling it out 3 Remove the burnt out bulb by pulling it out 4 Insert...
Page 71: ...turn signal light lens by removing the screws 2 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun terclockwise 3 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and then turn it clock wise...
Page 72: ...l or performing other mainte nance requiring the motorcycle to stand upright Check that the motorcy cle is in a stable and level position be fore starting any maintenance A strong wooden box can be pl...
Page 73: ...ystems your self However should your motorcycle require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle prope...
Page 74: ...k the vehicle Operate the electric starter 4 Compression There is compression There is no compression The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Have a Yamaha dealer check the ve...
Page 75: ...r outlet with a plastic bag after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and cov ers as well as all electrical cou plers and connectors including the spark plug caps are tightly in stall...
Page 76: ...irt with warm water a mild detergent and a soft clean sponge and then rinse thoroughly with clean water Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush for hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects will come off...
Page 77: ...ipe off any excess Never apply oil or wax to the drive belt Never apply oil or wax to any rubber and plastic parts but treat them with a suitable care product Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds...
Page 78: ...engine over EWA10952 e Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs and then install the spark plugs and the spark plug caps 4 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers an...
Page 79: ...or higher JASO standard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 3 70 L 3 91 US qt 3 26 Imp qt With oil filter removal 4 00 L 4 23 US qt 3 52 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Oil coated paper element Fue...
Page 80: ...MT3 50 Front brake Type Hydraulic single disc brake Specified brake fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Hydraulic single disc brake Specified brake fluid DOT 4 Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Spring Co...
Page 81: ...warning light LED ABS warning light LED Immobilizer system indicator light LED Fuse s Main fuse 40 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Signaling system fuse 7 5 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A Parking lighting fuse 15 0...
Page 82: ...NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EAU26401 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record this number in the space pro vided TIP The vehicle...
Page 83: ...is data will be uploaded only when a special Yamaha diagnostic tool is attached to the vehi cle such as when maintenance checks or service procedures are performed Although the sensors and recorded da...
Page 84: ...adlight bulb replacing 6 30 High beam indicator light 3 3 Horn switch 3 8 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 3 16 Immobilizer system 3 1 Immobilizer system indicator light 3...
Page 85: ...Index 10 2 10 Turn signal switch 3 8 V Valve clearance 6 16 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Wheel bearings checking 6 27 Wheels 6 18 UBL3E0E0 book Page 2 Tuesday November 15 2016 2 38 PM...
Page 86: ...A5 yoko_Blank fm Page 1 Thursday December 8 2011 2 18 PM...
Page 87: ...A5 yoko_Blank fm Page 1 Thursday December 8 2011 2 18 PM...
Page 88: ...DIC183 PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER Original instructions PRINTED IN JAPAN 2016 12 0 3 1 CR E...