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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

3-8

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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 

The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.

EAU13120

Fuel tank cap 

To remove the fuel tank cap

Slide the lock cover open, insert the key
into the lock, and then turn it 1/4 turn
clockwise. The lock will be released
and the fuel tank cap can be removed.

To install the fuel tank cap

1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the

tank opening with the key inserted
in the lock and with the “

” mark

facing forward.

1. Brake lever

1. Brake pedal

1. Fuel tank cap lock cover

2. “

” mark

3. Unlock.
4. Lock.

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Summary of Contents for STAR XV19CSX(C)

Page 1: ...29S 28199 10 XV19CSX C XV19CX C OWNER S MANUAL LIT 11626 21 26...

Page 2: ...EAU10041 U29S10E0 book Page 1 Friday May 18 2007 1 53 PM...

Page 3: ...s 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...

Page 4: ...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 The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTE...

Page 5: ...TIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES AND UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES REGULAR INSPECTIONS AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE ALONG W...

Page 6: ...Corporation U S A 1st edition May 2007 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...

Page 7: ...e and lubrication chart 6 4 Checking the spark plugs 6 8 Canister for California only 6 9 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 6 9 Transfer case oil 6 12 Air filter element 6 13 Checking the throttle c...

Page 8: ...on 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 3 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 Reporting safety defects 9 3 Motorcycle noise regulation 9 4 Maintenance record 9 5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORP...

Page 9: ...nts 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 br...

Page 10: ...hield or goggles Wind in your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of vision that could delay seeing a hazard The use of a jacket heavy boots trousers gloves etc is effective in preventi...

Page 11: ...Use extreme caution 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 o...

Page 12: ...equate ventilation Always turn the engine off 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 s...

Page 13: ...AFETY INFORMATION 1 5 1 EAU10381 Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle 4 1 2 3 U29S10E0 book Page 5 Friday May 18 2007 1 53 PM...

Page 14: ...18K 00 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ THE OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET eye protection and protectibe clothing PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY 91 Min Pum...

Page 15: ...se page 6 27 5 Battery page 6 25 6 Owner s tool kit page 6 1 7 Tail brake light page 6 30 8 License plate light page 6 31 9 Engine oil drain bolt B crankcase page 6 9 10 Engine oil drain bolt A crankc...

Page 16: ...page 6 27 5 Engine oil filler cap page 6 9 6 Fuel tank cap page 3 8 7 Front brake fluid reservoir page 6 18 8 Steering lock page 3 10 9 Brake pedal page 3 8 10 Rear brake light switch page 6 17 11 En...

Page 17: ...1 Clutch lever page 3 7 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 5 3 Multi function meter unit page 3 2 4 Main switch page 3 1 5 Right handlebar switches page 3 5 6 Throttle grip page 6 13 7 Brake lever page...

Page 18: ...n until the key is turned to OFF even if the engine stalls EAU10660 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed EAU11003 Indicator and warning lights EAU11030 Turn signal indicator light...

Page 19: ...t times and then go off for 3 0 seconds If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU11530 Engine trouble warning light This warning light comes on or flashes when an electrical circuit mo...

Page 20: ...it 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 approximately 3 2 L 0 85 US gal 0 70 I...

Page 21: ...u do not reset the fuel re serve tripmeter manually it will reset it self automatically and the display will return to the prior mode after refueling and traveling 5 km 3 mi To set the clock 1 Push th...

Page 22: ...1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Push and hold the SELECT switch 3 Turn the key to ON and then re lease the SELECT switch after five seconds 4 Adjust the multi function meter unit panel brightness level by pu...

Page 23: ...l while you are stopped at an intersec tion 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 sto...

Page 24: ...e 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 rel...

Page 25: ...n the brake pedal EAU13120 Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap Slide the lock cover open insert the key into the lock and then turn it 1 4 turn clockwise The lock will be released and the fuel t...

Page 26: ...and expands Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en gine CAUTION ECA10070 Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a clean dry soft cloth since fuel may deteriorate painted surfac es or plastic parts EAU1338...

Page 27: ...WA10860 The exhaust system is hot after op eration Make sure that the exhaust system has cooled down before do ing any maintenance work CAUTION ECA10700 The following precautions must be observed to p...

Page 28: ...counterclockwise 2 While holding the key in that posi tion lift the front of the seat up and then pull the seat off To install the rider seat 1 Insert the projection on the rear of the seat into the s...

Page 29: ...e vehicle and then install the rid er seat CAUTION ECA15330 Be sure to place the helmet on the left side of the vehicle Some hel mets may contact the muffler when placed on the right side because of t...

Page 30: ...use the special wrench included in the ad ditional tool kit which was handed out separately at the purchase of the vehicle The spring preload setting is deter mined by measuring distance A shown in t...

Page 31: ...pressure Do not deform or damage the gas cylinder in any way as this will result in poor damping per formance Always have a Yamaha dealer service the shock absorber EAU15281 EXUP system This model is...

Page 32: ...g the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be fore starting off Therefore check this system regularly as described below and have a Yamaha dealer re pair it if it does not function proper ly EAU15...

Page 33: ...er 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 relia...

Page 34: ...DC connector under the rider seat can be used when the key is in the ON position CAUTION ECA15310 The accessory connected to the auxiliary DC connector should not be used with the engine turned off an...

Page 35: ...equences 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 us...

Page 36: ...ied level Check hydraulic system for leakage 6 18 6 18 Rear brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid...

Page 37: ...ch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 6 22 Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivot if necessary 6 23 Chassis fasteners Make sur...

Page 38: ...is in gear with the clutch lever 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 descri...

Page 39: ...ION 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...

Page 40: ...ator light should come on EAU16720 Recommended shift points The recommended shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below EAU16841 Engine break in There is never a mor...

Page 41: ...ak in period immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU17212 Parking When parking stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10310 Since the engine and exhaust...

Page 42: ...ATED TO EMISSIONS CONTROL THESE CONTROLS NOT ONLY FUNCTION TO ENSURE CLEANER AIR BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER EN GINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IN THE FOLLOW ING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS TH...

Page 43: ...ARNING EWA10340 Modifications not approved by Yamaha may cause loss of perfor mance excessive emissions and render the vehicle unsafe for use Consult a Yamaha dealer before at tempting any changes U29...

Page 44: ...fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace every 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months Replace Replace 3 Valve clearance Check and adjust v...

Page 45: ...heck operation and fluid leak age Correct if necessary 3 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 4 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and for...

Page 46: ...ly silicone grease lightly 14 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 15 Clutch lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 16 Shift pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease...

Page 47: ...month and thereafter every 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months Change Change 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 26 Control cables Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil SAE 10W 30 t...

Page 48: ...stems After disassembling the brake or clutch master cylinders caliper cylinders or clutch release cylinder always change the fluid Regularly check the brake and clutch fluid levels and fill the reser...

Page 49: ...d be operating im properly Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself Instead have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle If a spark plug shows signs of electrode erosion and excessive carbon or oth...

Page 50: ...nd hold it in an upright posi tion NOTE Make sure that the vehicle is positioned straight up when checking the oil level A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading 2 Remove the rider seat...

Page 51: ...oil may seep out when the engine is run ning To change the engine oil with or without oil filter cartridge replace ment 1 Remove the rider seat See page 3 11 2 Start the engine warm it up for several...

Page 52: ...er cartridge with an oil filter wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench 10 Install the engine oil drain bolts and then tighten them to the spec ified torques 1 Oil filt...

Page 53: ...labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the oil tank 14 Install the engine oil filler cap 15 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while...

Page 54: ...should mea sure 4 0 6 0 mm 0 16 0 24 in at the throttle grip Periodically check the throttle cable free play and if neces sary have a Yamaha dealer adjust it EAU21401 Valve clearance The valve clearan...

Page 55: ...shift Securely pack your heavi est items close to the center of the vehicle and distribute the weight evenly from side to side Properly adjust the suspension for your load and check the condition and...

Page 56: ...ires should be of the same make and de sign otherwise the handling characteristics of the motor cycle cannot be guaranteed After extensive tests only the tires listed below have been ap proved for thi...

Page 57: ...balanced whenever either the tire or wheel has been changed or replaced An unbalanced wheel can result in poor performance adverse han dling characteristics and a short ened tire life Ride at moderat...

Page 58: ...he clutch sys tem If there is air in the hydraulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the motor cycle EAU22270 Adjusting the rear brake light switch The rear brake light swi...

Page 59: ...heck the wear indicator grooves If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator grooves have almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU22500 Rear brake p...

Page 60: ...of each reservoir is level Use only the recommended quality brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage and poor braking or clutch performance Refill with the same type of...

Page 61: ...ified in the periodic maintenance and lubri cation chart EAU38410 To check the drive belt slack 1 Place the vehicle on the sidestand 2 Note the current position of the drive belt using the marks near...

Page 62: ...nce with cable movement Replace damaged ca bles as soon as possible to prevent unsafe conditions EAU23111 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should...

Page 63: ...The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Recommended lubricants Brake pedal Silicone grease Shift pedal...

Page 64: ...ing the front fork The condition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance and lubrication chart To check the condition WARNING...

Page 65: ...g must be checked as fol lows at the intervals specified in the pe riodic maintenance and lubrication chart 1 Place a stand under the engine to raise the front wheel off the ground WARNING EWA10750 Se...

Page 66: ...e There is no need to check the electrolyte or to add distilled water To access the battery 1 Remove the rider seat See page 3 11 2 Unhook the battery band and then remove the battery cover 3 Turn the...

Page 67: ...ge more quickly if the vehicle is equipped with optional electrical accessories To store the battery 1 If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month remove the battery fully charge it and th...

Page 68: ...e located under the rider seat See page 3 11 If a fuse is blown replace it as follows 1 Unhook the battery band and then remove the battery cover 2 Turn the key to OFF and turn off the electrical circ...

Page 69: ...e a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system 6 Install the battery cover and then hook the battery band onto the holder 1 Fuse box 2 Auxiliary DC connector fuse 3 Signaling system fuse 4 Ignition fus...

Page 70: ...eep flammable products away from a lit headlight bulb and do not touch the bulb until it has cooled down 4 Place a new headlight bulb into po sition and then secure it with the bulb holder CAUTION ECA...

Page 71: ...t does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check it EAU24210 Replacing a turn signal light bulb 1 Remove the turn signal lens by re moving the screws 2 Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in and turn...

Page 72: ...ont and rear wheel or performing other maintenance requiring the motorcycle to stand up right Check that the motorcycle is in a stable and level position before starting any maintenance A strong woode...

Page 73: ...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 your motorcycle require any r...

Page 74: ...on Check the ignition 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 p...

Page 75: ...r the muffler 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 tight...

Page 76: ...ater Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush for hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects will come off more easily if the area is covered with a wet cloth for a few minutes before cleaning After riding...

Page 77: ...d wax spar ingly and make sure to wipe 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...

Page 78: ...o ground the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over 4 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the side stand centerstand 5 Check and if...

Page 79: ...ge replacement 4 90 L 5 18 US qt 4 31 Imp qt Transfer gear oil Type SAE80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0 55 L 0 58 US qt 0 48 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Oil coated paper element Fuel Re...

Page 80: ...41 psi 2 80 kgf cm Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 21M C x MT3 50 Rear wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 18M C x MT7 50 Front brake Type Dual disc brake Operation Right hand operation Re...

Page 81: ...ght LED High beam indicator light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Fuel level warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Taillight fuse 7 5 A Si...

Page 82: ...ntification number 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 n...

Page 83: ...el is affixed to the frame under the rider seat See page 3 11 Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer...

Page 84: ...and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Yama...

Page 85: ...icle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed...

Page 86: ...nder that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4...

Page 87: ...ORMATION 9 6 9 36000 mi 55000 km or 54 months 40000 mi 61000 km or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks U29S10E0 book Page 6 Friday May 18 2...

Page 88: ...r warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer In order for this warranty to remain in effect this inspection and registration must take place within ten 10 days after transfer An inspection and...

Page 89: ...y later date Each Yamaha motorcycle dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Is the warranty transferable to second owners Yes The remainder of the existing warranty c...

Page 90: ...d repairs There s no deductible to pay and repairs aren t pro rated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is incl...

Page 91: ...ked protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number your frame number We ll be happy to he...

Page 92: ...y identification number 9 1 L Labels location of 1 5 License plate light bulb replacing 6 31 Light switch for optional lights 3 6 M Main switch 3 1 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 6 4 Maintenance...

Page 93: ...replacing 6 30 Turn signal switch 3 6 V Valve clearance 6 13 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Warranty extended 9 9 Warranty limited 9 7 Wheel bearings checking 6 25 Wheels 6 16 U29S10E0 book Page...

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