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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

Main switch/steering lock ................4-1
Indicator lights and warning

lights ............................................4-2

Multi-function meter unit  .................4-3
Handlebar switches  ........................4-6
Clutch lever .....................................4-7
Shift pedal .......................................4-8
Brake lever  .....................................4-8
Brake pedal  ....................................4-8
Fuel tank cap  ..................................4-9
Fuel .................................................4-9
Fuel tank breather/overflow

hose ..........................................4-11

Catalytic converter  ........................4-11
Rider seat  .....................................4-12
Helmet holder  ...............................4-12
Adjusting the shock absorber

assembly ...................................4-13

Sidestand ......................................4-14

Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 4-15

FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

............. 5-1

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS

................................. 6-1

Starting the engine ......................... 6-1
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
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 .......................... 7-5

Removing and installing the

panel ........................................... 7-9

Checking the spark plugs  ............... 7-9
Canister (for California only)  ........ 7-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge  ... 7-11
Replacing the air filter element ..... 7-13
Checking the throttle grip free

play ........................................... 7-14

Valve clearance ............................ 7-14
Tires ............................................. 7-15
Cast wheels .................................. 7-16

Adjusting the clutch lever free

play ........................................... 7-17

Adjusting the brake lever free

play ........................................... 7-18

Brake light switches ..................... 7-18
Checking the front and rear brake

pads .......................................... 7-19

Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-19
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-21
Drive belt slack ............................ 7-21
Checking and lubricating the

cables ....................................... 7-22

Checking and lubricating the

throttle grip and cable ............... 7-22

Checking and lubricating the

brake and shift pedals .............. 7-23

Checking and lubricating the

brake and clutch levers ............ 7-23

Checking and lubricating the

sidestand .................................. 7-24

Lubricating the swingarm

pivots ........................................ 7-24

Lubricating the rear suspension ... 7-25
Checking the front fork ................. 7-25
Checking the steering  .................. 7-26
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-26
Battery ......................................... 7-26
Replacing the fuses  ..................... 7-28
Replacing the headlight bulb  ....... 7-29
Replacing the tail/brake light

bulb ........................................... 7-30

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Summary of Contents for Star XVS95B

Page 1: ...DIC183 5S7 28199 13 XVS95B C OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle LIT 11626 25 26...

Page 2: ...EAU10042 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U5S713E0 book Page 1 Wednesday May 25 2011 1 06 PM...

Page 3: ...tain 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 co...

Page 4: ...y 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 indicate...

Page 5: ...Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition May 2011 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in...

Page 6: ...hart 7 5 Removing and installing the panel 7 9 Checking the spark plugs 7 9 Canister for California only 7 10 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 7 11 Replacing the air filter element 7 13 Checking th...

Page 7: ...g chart 7 35 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 Reporting safety defects 10 3 Motorcy...

Page 8: ...icle 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...

Page 9: ...pressure should be set as follows Up to 90kg 198 lbs load 225 kPa 2 25 kgf cm2 33 psi 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm2 36 psi 225 kPa 2 25 kgf cm2 33 psi 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm2 36 psi 90 kg 198 lbs maximum load VAC...

Page 10: ...LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 3 1 1 U5S713E0 book Page 3 Wednesday May 25 2011 1 06 PM...

Page 11: ...4 1 1 WARNING BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ THE OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET eye protection and protective clothing 5GK 2118K 00 U5S713E0 book Page 4...

Page 12: ...ssenger The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traf fic is the predominating cause of automobile motorcycle accidents Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver w...

Page 13: ...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 preventing or reducing abrasions or lacerations Never wear l...

Page 14: ...of the motorcycle to minimize imbalance or instabili ty Shifting weights can create a sud den imbalance Make sure that ac cessories and cargo are securely attached to the motorcycle before riding Chec...

Page 15: ...front fork area they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of the motorcycle due to aerody namic effects Win...

Page 16: ...e downs or suitable straps that are attached to solid parts of the mo torcycle such as the frame or up per front fork triple clamp and not for example to rubber mounted handlebars or turn signals or p...

Page 17: ...page 7 28 4 Fuel injection system fuse page 7 28 5 Owner s tool kit page 7 2 6 Helmet holder page 4 12 7 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 4 13 8 Engine oil drain bolt page 7...

Page 18: ...ht page 7 30 3 Battery page 7 26 4 Rider seat lock page 4 12 5 Air filter element page 7 13 6 Fuel tank cap page 4 9 7 Rear brake fluid reservoir page 7 19 8 Engine oil filter cartridge page 7 11 9 Re...

Page 19: ...4 7 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 6 3 Multi function meter unit page 4 3 4 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 19 6 Right handlebar switches page 4 6 7 Brake lev...

Page 20: ...started and stays on until the key is turned to OFF even if the engine stalls EAU10661 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10061 Never turn the key to OFF or LOCK whi...

Page 21: ...warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON The warning light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the warning light does not come on initially when the key is turned to ON or...

Page 22: ...The fuel level warning light will flash eight times and then go off for 3 0 seconds If this oc curs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU11534 Engine trouble warning light This warning light come...

Page 23: ...test the electrical cir cuit Odometer tripmeters fuel reserve tripmeter and clock Push the SELECT switch to change the display between the odometer mode ODO the tripmeter modes TRIP A and TRIP B in t...

Page 24: ...switch and then release it to start the clock Self diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self diag nosis device for various electrical cir cuits If a problem is detected in any of those circ...

Page 25: ...lebar switches Left Right EAU12400 Dimmer switch Set this switch to for the high beam and to for the low beam EAU12430 Turn signal switch To signal a right hand turn push this switch to To signal a le...

Page 26: ...ing light will come on when the key is turned to ON and the start switch is pushed but this does not indicate a malfunction EAU44602 SELECT switch This switch is used to perform selec tions in the odo...

Page 27: ...P 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 ba...

Page 28: ...e riding Leaking fuel is a fire hazard EAU13221 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank WARNING EWA10881 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable To avoid fires and explosi...

Page 29: ...and piston rings as well as to the exhaust system Your Yamaha engine has been de signed to use regular unleaded gaso line with a pump octane number R M 2 of 86 or higher or a research octane number of...

Page 30: ...xhaust system WARNING EWA10862 The exhaust system is hot after op eration To prevent a fire hazard or burns Do not park the vehicle near possible fire hazards such as grass or other materials that eas...

Page 31: ...key TIP Make sure that the rider seat is properly secured before riding EAU14324 Helmet holder The helmet holder is located under the rider seat To secure a helmet to the helmet holder 1 Remove the r...

Page 32: ...onal tool kit which was handed out separately at the pur chase of the vehicle NOTICE ECA10101 To avoid damaging the mechanism do not attempt to turn beyond the maximum or minimum settings Adjust the s...

Page 33: ...left side of the frame Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright TIP The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the...

Page 34: ...nctions It prevents starting when the trans mission is in 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...

Page 35: ...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 The neutral switch may not be working correctly The m...

Page 36: ...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 overflow hose for obs...

Page 37: ...and grip housing 7 14 7 22 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 7 22 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Corr...

Page 38: ...ION CHECKS 5 3 5 Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut off system If system is not working correctly have Yamaha dealer check vehicle 4 14 ITEM CHECKS PAGE U5S713E0 book Page 3 Wedn...

Page 39: ...ically if left idling for 20 minutes In this case the multi function meter unit indi cates error code 70 but this is not a malfunction Push the start switch to clear the error code and to restart the...

Page 40: ...t the transmission into the neu tral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it NOTICE ECA10260 Even with the transmission in the...

Page 41: ...t points The recommended shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below EAU16841 Engine break in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than...

Page 42: ...king stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10311 Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely...

Page 43: ...performing 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 whi...

Page 44: ...e 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 wrench may be necessary to perform certain maint...

Page 45: ...r 12 months 12000 mi 19000 km or 18 months 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months 20000 mi 31000 km or 30 months 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Spark plugs Check cond...

Page 46: ...ol system for dam age Replace if necessary No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4000 mi 7000 km or 6 months 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months 12000 mi 19000 km or 18 months...

Page 47: ...3 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Adjust brake lever free play and replace brake pads if necessary 4 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace...

Page 48: ...l chassis fitting and fas teners Correct if necessary 13 Brake lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 14 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 15 Clutch lever pivot...

Page 49: ...ar tridge Replace 24 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 25 Control cables Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil thoroughly 26 Throttle grip Check operation Check throttle grip fre...

Page 50: ...ntly when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas Hydraulic brake service After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers always change the fluid Regularly check the brake fluid levels and...

Page 51: ...to slowly erode they should be removed and checked in accordance with the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart In addition the condition of the spark plugs can re veal the condition of the eng...

Page 52: ...rk plug should be tightened to the speci fied torque as soon as possible EAU19681 Canister for California only This model is equipped with a canister to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor into the...

Page 53: ...ack into the oil filler hole without screwing it in and then remove it again to check the oil lev el TIP The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 5 If the engine oil is at...

Page 54: ...filter wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench 7 Install the engine oil drain bolt and its new gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 8 Refill with th...

Page 55: ...fficient NOTICE ECA10401 If the oil level warning light flickers or remains on even if the oil level is correct immediately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 10 Turn the e...

Page 56: ...g the throttle grip free play The throttle grip free play should mea sure 4 0 6 0 mm 0 16 0 24 in at the inner edge of the throttle grip Periodi cally check the throttle grip free play and if necessar...

Page 57: ...ar go and accessories approved for this model WARNING EWA10511 Never overload your vehicle Opera tion of an overloaded vehicle could cause an accident Tire inspection Always check the tires before ope...

Page 58: ...nly the tires list ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd EAU21962 Cast wheels To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your vehicle note the following...

Page 59: ...bed above skip steps 4 7 4 Fully turn the adjusting bolt in di rection a to loosen the clutch ca ble 5 Slide the rubber covers apart and then loosen the locknut 6 To increase the clutch lever free pla...

Page 60: ...draulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the motorcycle Air in the hydraulic system will dimin ish the braking performance which may result in loss of con trol and an acc...

Page 61: ...t the wear indicator grooves have almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU22500 Rear brake pads Check each rear brake pad for damage and measure the lining thicknes...

Page 62: ...eaction Be careful that water does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will signifi cantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock NOTICE ECA17640 Brake...

Page 63: ...n 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 the dri...

Page 64: ...check or replace it WARNING Damage to the outer housing of cables may result in in ternal rusting and cause interfer ence with cable movement Replace damaged cables as soon as possi ble to prevent uns...

Page 65: ...ore each ride and the pedal pivots should be lu bricated if necessary EAU23142 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers Brake lever Clutch lever The operation of the brake and clutch lever...

Page 66: ...or repair it Otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator re sulting in a possible loss of control EAUM1652 Lubricating the swingarm piv ots The swingarm pivots must be...

Page 67: ...ndition 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 WARNING To avoid injury...

Page 68: ...g EAU23291 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 If there is play in the wheel hub...

Page 69: ...16521 To charge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery a special con stant voltage battery charger is re quired Using a conventional battery charger will damage the battery To store the battery 1 If...

Page 70: ...circuit in question 2 Remove the blown fuse and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage WARNING Do not use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than recommended to avoid causing extensive dam...

Page 71: ...f the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely affected Thor oughly clean off any dirt and fin gerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thin...

Page 72: ...lb cov er make sure the TOP mark faces up wards 6 Install the headlight unit by install ing the screws 7 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary EAU24133 Replacing the tail brake l...

Page 73: ...removing the screws 2 Remove the inner lens by pulling it out 3 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and then tur...

Page 74: ...e until it stops 4 Install the lens by installing the screws NOTICE Do not over tighten the screws otherwise the lens may break ECA10681 EAU24324 Replacing a license plate light bulb 1 Remove the lice...

Page 75: ...e to stand up right Check that the motorcycle is in a stable and level position before starting any maintenance A strong wooden box can be placed under the engine for added stability To service the fr...

Page 76: ...systems 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 pro...

Page 77: ...ove 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...

Page 78: ...fler outlet with a plastic bag 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 stal...

Page 79: ...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 80: ...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 using abrasive polishing compound...

Page 81: ...he engine over EWA10951 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...

Page 82: ...cartridge replacement 3 70 L 3 91 US qt 3 26 Imp qt With oil filter cartridge replacement 4 00 L 4 23 US qt 3 52 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Oil coated paper element Fuel Recommended fuel Un...

Page 83: ...25 kgf cm 33 psi Rear 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 18M C x MT3 50 Rear wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 16M C x MT4 50 Front brake Type Single disc brake O...

Page 84: ...eutral indicator light LED High beam indicator light LED Oil level warning light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Fuel level warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Fuses Main fuse 40 0...

Page 85: ...ification 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 num...

Page 86: ...dering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer EAU48270 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label is affixed at the location in the illustration This label s...

Page 87: ...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 88: ...cle 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 o...

Page 89: ...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 90: ...MATION 10 6 10 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 U5S713E0 book Page 6 Wednesday May 2...

Page 91: ...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 92: ...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 ca...

Page 93: ...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 94: ...ed 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 hel...

Page 95: ...ights 4 2 K Key identification number 10 1 L Labels location 1 1 License plate light bulb replacing 7 32 M Main switch steering lock 4 1 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 7 5 Maintenance emission c...

Page 96: ...al switch 4 6 V Valve clearance 7 14 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 10 2 Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Warranty extended 10 9 Warranty limited 10 7 Wheel bearings checking 7 26 Whee...

Page 97: ...enuine Yamaha Accessories will fit right and perform right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and appro...

Page 98: ...PRINTED IN JAPAN 2011 06 0 8 1 CR E DIC183 PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER...

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