Yamaha V-star XVS650R, Owner'S Manual

Page: 33 / 124

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-8
3
EAU02969
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 not flow. Always turn the fuel
cock lever to this position when the en-
gine is not running.
ON
With the fuel cock lever in this position,
fuel flows to the carburetors. Turn the
fuel cock lever to this position when
starting the engine and riding.
RES
This indicates reserve. With the fuel
cock lever in this position, the fuel re-
serve is made available. Turn the fuel
cock lever to this position if you run out
of fuel while riding. When this occurs,
refuel as soon as possible and be sure
to turn the fuel cock lever back to “ON”!
1. Arrow mark positioned over “OFF”
OFF: closed position
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
ON: normal position
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
RES: reserve position
U5FB12.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 9, 2002 11:55 AM