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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

5-6

CAUTION:

ECA10331

After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation,
the engine oil and final gear oil must
be changed, and the oil filter car-
tridge or element replaced.

1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond

The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.

CAUTION:

ECA10270

If any engine trouble should occur
during the engine break-in period,
immediately have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.

EAU17170

Parking

When parking, stop the engine, remove
the key from the main switch, 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.

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Page 1: ...3B8 28199 20 XVS1100V XVS1100AV OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...U3B820E0 book Page 2 Tuesday April 12 2005 9 43 AM...

Page 3: ...to enjoy all advantages of your XVS1100 XVS1100A 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 f...

Page 4: ...your motorcycle and this manual If you have any questions concerning this manual please consult your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10030 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING TH...

Page 5: ...S MANUAL 2005 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition April 2005 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printe...

Page 6: ...a cold engine XVS1100A 5 2 Starting a warm engine 5 4 Shifting 5 4 Tips for reducing fuel consumption 5 5 Engine break in 5 5 Parking 5 6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6 1 Owner s tool kit 6 1...

Page 7: ...6 27 Replacing the fuses 6 28 Replacing the headlight bulb 6 30 Replacing a turn signal light bulb or the tail brake light bulb 6 31 Supporting the motorcycle 6 32 Troubleshooting 6 32 Troubleshooting...

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 bri...

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 prev...

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...

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 motorcyc...

Page 12: ...AFETY INFORMATION 1 5 1 EAU10381 Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle 1 2 3 U3B820E0 book Page 5 Tuesday April 12 2005 9 43 A...

Page 13: ...ma di usare il veicolo leggete il manuale di istruzioni Lire le manuel du propri taire avant d utiliser ce v hicule Lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung bevor Sie dieses Fahrzeug fahren Antes de conducir...

Page 14: ...bsorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 16 5 Helmet holder page 3 15 6 Rear turn signal light page 6 31 7 Tail brake light page 6 31 8 Storage compartment page 3 15 9 Owner s tool kit pa...

Page 15: ...ssembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 16 5 Helmet holder page 3 15 6 Rear turn signal light page 6 31 7 Tail brake light page 6 31 8 Storage compartment page 3 15 9 Owner s tool kit page 6 1 10...

Page 16: ...Muffler 2 Battery page 6 27 3 Main fuse page 6 28 4 Fuel tank page 3 9 5 Front turn signal light page 6 31 6 Main switch steering lock page 3 2 7 Air filter element page 6 11 8 Brake pedal page 3 9 U3...

Page 17: ...Battery page 6 27 3 Main fuse page 6 28 4 Fuel tank page 3 9 5 Front turn signal light page 6 31 6 Main switch steering lock page 3 2 7 Air filter element page 6 11 8 Brake pedal page 3 9 U3B820E0 boo...

Page 18: ...page 3 7 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 6 3 Starter choke lever page 3 12 4 Speedometer unit page 3 5 5 Fuel tank cap page 3 9 6 Right handlebar switches page 3 6 7 Throttle grip page 6 13 8 Brake...

Page 19: ...LY 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 registerin...

Page 20: ...afe place and only use it for code re registering EAU10480 ON XVS1100 All electrical systems are supplied with power and the headlight meter lighting and taillight come on and the engine can be starte...

Page 21: ...ystems will be switched off which may result in loss of control or an accident Make sure that the vehicle is stopped be fore turning the key to OFF or LOCK EAU10920 Parking XVS1100A The steering is lo...

Page 22: ...not a mal function 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 chec...

Page 23: ...ing 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...

Page 24: ...EAU12343 Handlebar switches Left Right XVS1100 Right XVS1100A EAU12350 Pass switch Press this switch to flash the headlight EAU12400 Dimmer switch Set this switch to for the high beam and to for the...

Page 25: ...osi tion use this switch to turn on the haz ard light simultaneous flashing of all turn signal lights The hazard light is used in case of an emergency or to warn other drivers when your vehicle is sto...

Page 26: ...e shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and is used in com bination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5 speed con stant mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle...

Page 27: ...he 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 2 Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position remove it...

Page 28: ...nly unleaded gasoline The use of leaded gasoline will cause severe damage to internal engine parts such as the valves and piston rings as well as to the exhaust system Your Yamaha engine has been de s...

Page 29: ...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 lev...

Page 30: ...e starter choke EAU14213 Seats XVS1100 Passenger seat To remove the passenger seat Remove the nut and washer and then pull the passenger seat up To install the passenger seat 1 Insert the projection o...

Page 31: ...rly secured before riding EAU14201 Seats XVS1100A Passenger seat To remove the passenger seat Remove the nut and washer and then pull the passenger seat up To install the passenger seat 1 Insert the p...

Page 32: ...tions on the front of the rider seat into the holders as shown place the seat in the origi nal position and then install the bolt 2 Install the passenger seat NOTE Make sure that the seats are properl...

Page 33: ...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...

Page 34: ...is locat ed under the rider seat and is equipped with a spring preload adjusting ring CAUTION ECA10100 Never attempt to turn an adjusting mechanism beyond the maximum or minimum settings Adjust the sp...

Page 35: ...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 included in the owner s...

Page 36: ...he shock absorber The manufacturer cannot be held re sponsible for property damage or personal injury that may result from improper handling Do not tamper with or attempt to open the gas cylinder Do n...

Page 37: ...e ignition circuit cut off system WARNING EWA10240 The vehicle must not be ridden with the sidestand down or if the side stand cannot be properly moved up or does not stay up otherwise the sidestand c...

Page 38: ...e 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...

Page 39: ...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 reliab...

Page 40: ...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...

Page 41: ...free play Adjust if necessary 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 leak...

Page 42: ...operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 6 23 Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 6 24 Sidestand Make sure...

Page 43: ...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 20 Never ride with t...

Page 44: ...ne 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 when it responds normal...

Page 45: ...g light again If the warning light does not come on when turning the key to ON or if it does not go off after starting the engine with sufficient engine oil have a Yamaha dealer check the elec trical...

Page 46: ...mission into the neu tral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it CAUTION ECA10260 Even with the transmission in the neutral po...

Page 47: ...in traffic jams at traffic lights or at railroad crossings EAU16841 Engine break in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period between 0 and 1600 km 1000 mi For...

Page 48: ...le should occur during the engine break in period immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU17170 Parking When parking stop the engine remove the key from the main switch and then turn the...

Page 49: ...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 15 The service information inclu...

Page 50: ...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 a...

Page 51: ...rease Every 50000 km 15 Steering bearings Check bearing play and steering for roughness Lubricate with lithium soap based grease Every 20000 km 16 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and s...

Page 52: ...e Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage 24 Engine oil filter element Replace 25 Final gear oil Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage Change 26 Front and rear brake switches Check operation...

Page 53: ...PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6 5 6 Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U3B820E0 book Page 5 Tuesday April 12 2005 9 43 AM...

Page 54: ...hen install the bolt EAU19551 Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine components which are easy to check Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode the spa...

Page 55: ...ead have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 3 Check each spark plug for elec trode erosion and excessive car bon or other deposits and replace it if necessary To install a spark plug 1 Measure the spar...

Page 56: ...n 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 Start the engine warm it up for seve...

Page 57: ...nters the crankcase 6 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking im mediately turn the engine off and check for the cause NOTE After...

Page 58: ...in the final gear case NOTE The oil level should be at the brim of the filler hole 3 If the oil is below the brim of the fill er hole add sufficient oil of the rec ommended type to raise it to the cor...

Page 59: ...frequently if you are riding in un usually wet or dusty areas 1 Remove the air filter case cover by removing the screws 2 Pull the air filter element out 3 Lightly tap the air filter element to remove...

Page 60: ...CAUTION ECA10560 The carburetors have been set and extensively tested at the Yamaha factory Changing these settings without sufficient technical knowl edge may result in poor perfor mance of or damage...

Page 61: ...y check the throttle cable free play and if neces sary have a Yamaha dealer adjust it EAU21401 Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use resulting in improper air fuel mixture and or engine...

Page 62: ...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 pres sure of your tires NEVER OVER...

Page 63: ...is not recommended to patch a punctured tube If unavoid able however patch the tube very carefully and replace it as soon as possible with a high quality product Tire information This motorcycle is eq...

Page 64: ...should keep the following precautions in mind NEVER OVERLOAD THE MOTORCYCLE Operation of an overloaded motorcycle may re sult in tire damage loss of con trol or severe injury Make sure that the total...

Page 65: ...ontrol The 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 Tire information This mo...

Page 66: ...ics EAU21990 Cast wheels XVS1100A 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 check...

Page 67: ...ver free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction b 3 Tighten the locknut NOTE If the specified free play cannot be ob tained as described above or if the clutch does not operate correctly have a Yam...

Page 68: ...ting the motorcycle Air in the hydraulic system will dimin ish the braking performance which may result in loss of con trol and an accident EAU22270 Adjusting the rear brake light switch The rear brak...

Page 69: ...to disassem ble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the wear indicator grooves If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator groove has almost disappeared have a Yamaha dealer...

Page 70: ...water does not en ter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock Brake fluid may deteriorate paint ed surfaces...

Page 71: ...on and will cause the inner cable to rust Replace a damaged cable as soon as possible to prevent unsafe conditions EAU23111 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the th...

Page 72: ...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 do...

Page 73: ...e checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance and lubrication chart To check the condition WARNING EWA10750 Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it...

Page 74: ...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 Secu...

Page 75: ...cell seals as this would permanent ly damage the battery WARNING EWA10760 Electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous since it contains sul furic acid which causes severe burns Avoid any contact with skin...

Page 76: ...ter installation make sure that the battery leads are properly con nected to the battery terminals CAUTION ECA10630 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent bat...

Page 77: ...amperage CAUTION ECA10640 Do not use a fuse of a higher amper age rating than recommended to avoid causing extensive damage to the electrical system and possibly a fire 1 Fuse box 2 Headlight fuse 3...

Page 78: ...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 Unhook the headlight bulb hol...

Page 79: ...essary EAU24281 Replacing a turn signal light bulb or the tail brake light bulb 1 Remove the lens by removing the screws XVS1100 XVS1100A 2 Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in and turning it co...

Page 80: ...g 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 EAU25850 Troubleshoo...

Page 81: ...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 Yamah...

Page 82: ...ave the cleaner on the af fected area any longer than in structed Also thoroughly rinse the area off with water immedi ately dry it and then apply a cor rosion protection spray Improper cleaning can d...

Page 83: ...After cleaning 1 Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth 2 Use a chrome polish to shine chrome aluminum and stainless steel parts including the exhaust system Even the thermally in du...

Page 84: ...that has an OFF posi tion Turn the fuel cock lever to OFF 3 Drain the carburetor float cham bers by loosening the drain bolts this will prevent fuel deposits from building up Pour the drained fuel in...

Page 85: ...ls are off the ground Alterna tively turn the wheels a little every month in order to prevent the tires from becoming degraded in one spot 8 Cover the muffler outlets with plas tic bags to prevent moi...

Page 86: ...SAE20W50 Recommended engine oil grade API service SE SF SG type or higher Engine oil quantity Without oil filter element replacement 3 00 L 3 17 US qt 2 64 Imp qt With oil filter element replacement...

Page 87: ...l XVS1100 BRIDGESTONE EXEDRA G546G XVS1100A BRIDGESTONE EXEDRA G702 Loading Maximum load XVS1100 200 kg 441 lb XVS1100A 203 kg 448 lb Total weight of rider passenger cargo and accessories Tire air pre...

Page 88: ...b Bulb voltage wattage quantity Headlight 12 V 60 W 55 0 W 1 Tail 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 XVS1100A 12...

Page 89: ...NFORMATION EAU26381 Key identification number XVS1100 XVS1100A The key identification number is stamped into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering...

Page 90: ...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...

Page 91: ...1100A 3 4 Immobilizer system XVS1100A 3 1 Indicator and warning lights 3 4 K Key identification number 9 1 L Labels location of 1 5 Luggage strap holders 3 19 M Main switch steering lock XVS1100 3 2 M...

Page 92: ...32 Troubleshooting chart 6 33 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 13 Vehicle identification numbe...

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