Yamaha V-Star XVS1100AWT Owner'S Manual Download

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PRINTED IN JAPAN

2004.04-2.1

1 CR

(E)

PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

5YS-28199-11

LIT-11626-18-16

XVS1100AWT(C)

XVS1100ATT(C)

OWNER’S MANUAL

Summary of Contents for V-Star XVS1100AWT

Page 1: ...5YS 28199 11 LIT 11626 18 16 XVS1100AWT C XVS1100ATT C OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...EAU10041 U5YS11E0 book Page 1 Wednesday April 7 2004 10 47 AM...

Page 3: ...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 t...

Page 4: ...nsult your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10010 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE RIDING TIPS BOOKLET CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERAT...

Page 5: ...NED IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES REGULAR INSPECTIONS AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MOTORC...

Page 6: ...Corporation U S A 1st edition March 2004 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in Jap...

Page 7: ...6 1 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 6 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 6 4 Removing and installing the panel 6 8 Checking the spark plugs 6 8 Canister for Califor...

Page 8: ...32 Troubleshooting chart 6 33 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 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...

Page 9: ...have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the motorcycle Making yourself conspicuous ap pears to be very effective in reduc ing the chance of this type of accident Therefore Wear a bri...

Page 10: ...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 preve...

Page 11: ...the proper selection in stallation and use of non Yamaha accessories Use extreme caution when selecting and installing any ac cessories Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided...

Page 12: ...f 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 motorcycl...

Page 13: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 5 1 EAU10381 Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle U5YS11E0 book Page 5 Wednesday April 7 2004 10 47 AM...

Page 14: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 6 1 4 California only 3 2 1 U5YS11E0 book Page 6 Wednesday April 7 2004 10 47 AM...

Page 15: ...ge 3 8 3 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 11 4 Helmet holder page 3 10 5 Storage compartment page 3 10 6 Owner s tool kit page 6 1 7 Fuse box page 6 28 8 Engine oil level c...

Page 16: ...2 2 2 EAU10420 Right view 1 Battery page 6 27 2 Main fuse page 6 28 3 Main switch steering lock page 3 1 4 Air filter element page 6 13 5 Brake pedal page 3 5 U5YS11E0 book Page 2 Wednesday April 7 20...

Page 17: ...page 3 4 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 3 3 Starter choke lever page 3 9 4 Speedometer unit page 3 3 5 Fuel tank cap page 3 6 6 Right handlebar switches page 3 3 7 Throttle grip page 6 15 8 Brake l...

Page 18: ...OCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are off The key can be re moved To lock the steering 1 Turn the handlebars all the way to the left 2 Push the key in from the OFF po sition and th...

Page 19: ...few seconds then go off have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir cuit NOTE Even if the oil level is sufficient the warning light may flicker when riding on a slope or during sudden acceleration...

Page 20: ...the TRIP button again and hold it down for at least one second The trip meter can be used to estimate the dis tance that can be traveled with a full tank of fuel This information will enable you to p...

Page 21: ...self cancel 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 switc...

Page 22: ...is motorcycle NOTE 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 tow...

Page 23: ...e lock cover NOTE The fuel tank cap cannot be installed unless the key is in the lock In addition the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly installed and locked WARNING EWA10130 Make sure t...

Page 24: ...taining ethanol can be used if the ethanol con tent does not exceed 10 Gasohol containing methanol is not recom mended by Yamaha because it can cause damage to the fuel system or ve hicle performance...

Page 25: ...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 leve...

Page 26: ...xtended use of the starter choke will cause after burning If this occurs turn off the starter choke EAU14200 Seats Passenger seat To remove the passenger seat Remove the bolt and then pull the pas sen...

Page 27: ...lock the helmet holder place it in the original position and then remove the key WARNING EWA10160 Never ride with a helmet attached to the helmet holder since the helmet may hit objects causing loss...

Page 28: ...s 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 spr...

Page 29: ...he special wrench included in the owner s tool kit to make the ad justment 6 Install the mudguard and ignitor unit panel by installing the quick fasteners NOTE To install a quick fastener push the pin...

Page 30: ...a luggage strap holder on each passenger footrest EAU15300 Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side of the frame Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upr...

Page 31: ...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 is pulled but the sidestand is still down It cuts the run...

Page 32: ...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 reliabl...

Page 33: ...ences 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 34: ...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 leaka...

Page 35: ...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 t...

Page 36: ...d 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 14 Never ride with the si...

Page 37: ...0 For maximum engine 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...

Page 38: ...6680 To start out and accelerate 1 Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch 2 Shift the transmission into first gear The neutral indicator light should go out 3 Open the throttle gradually and at...

Page 39: ...this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided EAU17041 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 1 3 throttle 1000 1...

Page 40: ...10310 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...

Page 41: ...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 THE SERVI...

Page 42: ...NING 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 U5YS1...

Page 43: ...place if necessary 2 Fuel filter Replace Replace 3 Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace every 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months Replace Replace 4 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve...

Page 44: ...tch Check operation Adjust or replace cable 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 fluid leaka...

Page 45: ...lightly 13 Brake and shift ped al pivot shafts Apply lithium soap based grease all purpose grease lightly 14 Sidestand pivot Check operation Apply lithium soap based grease all purpose grease lightly...

Page 46: ...evel and for oil leakage Change at initial 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month and thereafter every 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months Change Change 22 Control cables Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil...

Page 47: ...sembling the brake master cylinders and calipers always change the fluid Regularly check the brake fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required Every two years replace the internal components of t...

Page 48: ...en 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 spar...

Page 49: ...d 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 spark...

Page 50: ...e the vent hose is not blocked Clean it if necessary EAU19822 Engine oil The engine oil level should be checked before each ride In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter ele ment replace...

Page 51: ...k the washer for damage and re place it if necessary 5 Add the specified amount of the recommended engine oil and then install and tighten the oil filler cap CAUTION ECA11620 In order to prevent clutc...

Page 52: ...ehicle In addi tion the final gear oil level must be checked and the oil changed as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart WARNING EWA10370 Make sure that...

Page 53: ...aned as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart Clean the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in un usually wet or dusty areas 1 Remove t...

Page 54: ...piston s and or cylinder s may become excessively worn 5 Install the air filter case cover by in stalling the screws EAU21270 Adjusting the carburetors The carburetors are important parts of the engin...

Page 55: ...als specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU32541 Tires To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motor cycle note the following points regarding the sp...

Page 56: ...injury Tire inspection Always check the tires before operating the motorcycle If a tire tread shows crosswise lines minimum tread depth if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it or if the sidewa...

Page 57: ...egarding the specified wheels The wheel rims should be checked for cracks bends warpage or damage before each ride If any damage is found have a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel Do not attempt even the...

Page 58: ...designed and test ed to be compatible with your vehi cle Please consider Genuine Yamaha Parts and Accessories be fore making a purchase Use of non Yamaha approved accessories or replacement parts may...

Page 59: ...er 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 Yama...

Page 60: ...ing 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 brake...

Page 61: ...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 r...

Page 62: ...ater 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 o...

Page 63: ...le movement Replace damaged ca bles as soon as possible to prevent unsafe conditions EAU23110 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should be checked...

Page 64: ...he 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 dow...

Page 65: ...on WARNING EWA10750 Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the v...

Page 66: ...support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for ward and backward If any free play can be felt have a Yamaha dea...

Page 67: ...edical attention Batteries produce explosive hy drogen gas Therefore keep sparks flames cigarettes etc away from the battery and pro vide sufficient ventilation when charging it in an enclosed space K...

Page 68: ...gni tor unit panel The fuse box which contains the fuses for the individual circuits is located in side the storage compartment See page 3 10 If a fuse is blown replace it as follows NOTE Include step...

Page 69: ...em 8 Install the storage compartment cover 9 Place the ignitor unit panel in the original position and install the quick fasteners NOTE To install a quick fastener push its pin back so that it will pr...

Page 70: ...cooled down 4 Place a new headlight bulb into po sition and then secure it with the bulb holder CAUTION ECA10660 Do not touch the glass part of the headlight bulb to keep it free from oil otherwise th...

Page 71: ...removing the front 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 maintenanc...

Page 72: ...use 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 repa...

Page 73: ...ion 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 Yamaha...

Page 74: ...ve 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 da...

Page 75: ...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 duc...

Page 76: ...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 int...

Page 77: ...s 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 mois...

Page 78: ...element replacement 3 00 L 3 17 US qt 2 64 Imp qt With oil filter element replacement 3 10 L 3 28 US qt 2 73 Imp qt Final gear oil Type SAE80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0 19 L 0 20 US qt 0 17...

Page 79: ...Loading condition 0 90 kg 0 198 lb Front 225 kPa 33 psi 2 25 kgf cm Rear 250 kPa 36 psi 2 50 kgf cm Loading condition XVS1100AW 90 200 kg 198 441 lb CAL XVS1100AW 90 203 kg 198 448 lb U49 XVS1100AT 9...

Page 80: ...position light 12 V 23 W 8 0 W 2 Rear turn signal light 12 V 21 0 W 2 Meter lighting 14 V 1 4 W 2 Neutral indicator light 12 V 1 7 W 1 High beam indicator light 12 V 1 7 W 1 Oil level warning light 1...

Page 81: ...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 82: ...is affixed to the frame under the rider seat See page 3 9 Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer 1 M...

Page 83: ...igation 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...

Page 84: ...e 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 or...

Page 85: ...der 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 40...

Page 86: ...MATION 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 U5YS11E0 book Page 6 Wednesday April 7...

Page 87: ...CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 7 9 EAU26661 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A STREET AND ENDURO MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY U5YS11E0 book Page 7 Wednesday April 7 2004 10 47 AM...

Page 88: ...CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 8 9 U5YS11E0 book Page 8 Wednesday April 7 2004 10 47 AM...

Page 89: ...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 includ...

Page 90: ...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 help...

Page 91: ...ystem 3 14 Indicator and warning lights 3 2 K Key identification number 9 1 L Labels location of 1 5 Luggage strap holders 3 13 M Main switch steering lock 3 1 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 6 4...

Page 92: ...ail brake light bulb replacing 6 31 Turn signal switch 3 4 V Valve clearance adjusting 6 15 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Warranty extended 9 9 Warranty limited 9 7 Wheel bearings checking 6 26...

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