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OWNER’S MANUAL

     

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MOTORCYCLE

LIT-11626-36-62

BEA-28199-11

XSR900P/XSR900PC 

Location of important labels

Safety information

Description

Special features

Instrument and control functions

For your safety – pre-operation checks

Operation and important riding points

Periodic maintenance and adjustment

Motorcycle care and storage

Specifications

Consumer information

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Summary of Contents for XSR900P

Page 1: ...ant labels Safety information Description Special features Instrument and control functions For your safety pre operation checks Operation and important riding points Periodic maintenance and adjustme...

Page 2: ...her reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequent...

Page 3: ...he motorcycle To maintain 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...

Page 4: ...ert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could res...

Page 5: ...AL 2023 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition October 2022 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly...

Page 6: ...e operation checks 6 1 Operation and important riding points 7 1 Engine break in 7 1 Starting the engine 7 2 Shifting 7 3 Parking 7 5 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 8 1 Tool kit 8 2 Periodic main...

Page 7: ...leshooting 8 37 Troubleshooting chart 8 38 Motorcycle care and storage 9 1 Matte color caution 9 1 Care 9 1 Storage 9 4 Specifications 10 1 Consumer information 11 1 Identification numbers 11 1 Diagno...

Page 8: ...of the labels on your vehicle 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...

Page 9: ...RESS SENSOR 1 2 3 Improper loading can cause loss of control Read owner s manual for proper loading 3JJ 28446 A2 WARNING 3 kg 7 lbs 3TB 24877 A1 B7N 21686 00 3 2 1 FUEL THROTTLE BODY TANK SOLENOID VAL...

Page 10: ...90 kg 198 lbs load FRONT REAR 90kg 198 lbs maximum load FRONT REAR 14B 21668 01 WARNING 29P 2816R 01 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ HELMET eye protection and protective clothing THE OWNER S MAN...

Page 11: ...e vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 6 1 for a list of pre operation checks This motorcycle is designed to car ry the operator and a passenger The f...

Page 12: ...dents are the result of head in juries The use of a safety helmet is the single most critical factor in the preven tion or reduction of head injuries Always wear an approved helmet Wear a face shield...

Page 13: ...e to the motorcycle as possible Se curely pack your heaviest items as close to the center of the vehicle as possible and make sure to distrib ute the weight as evenly as possi ble on both sides of the...

Page 14: ...lity due to improper weight distribution or aerody namic changes If accessories are added to the handlebar or front fork area they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bu...

Page 15: ...that are attached to solid parts of the motorcycle such as the frame or upper front fork triple clamp and not for example to rubber mount ed handlebars or turn signals or parts that could break Choos...

Page 16: ...8 1 Spring preload adjuster page 5 25 2 Compression damping force adjuster page 5 25 3 Battery page 8 32 4 Seat page 5 24 5 Rebound damping force adjuster page 5 27 6 Spring preload adjuster page 5 27...

Page 17: ...34 2 Fuel tank cap page 5 20 3 Spring preload adjuster page 5 25 4 Rebound damping force adjuster page 5 25 5 Coolant reservoir page 8 16 6 Engine oil level check window page 8 13 7 Engine oil filler...

Page 18: ...1 2 3 4 5 7 8 6 1 Clutch lever page 5 17 2 Left handlebar switches page 5 2 3 Main switch steering lock page 5 1 4 Instrument panel page 5 4 5 7 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 8 23 6 Right handleb...

Page 19: ...tch located on the left han dlebar The cruise control system indicator light will come on 2 Press the SET side of the cruise control setting switch to activate the cruise control system Your current t...

Page 20: ...or light will come on WARNING EWA16351 It is dangerous to use the resume function when the previously set cruising speed is too high for cur rent conditions TIP Pressing the power switch while the sys...

Page 21: ...e throttle When the vehicle is traveling downhill the actual traveling speed may become higher than the set cruising speed If this oc curs the setting switch cannot be used to adjust the set cruising...

Page 22: ...e stability con trol indicator light flashes to let the rider know that traction control has en gaged This traction control system automati cally adjusts according to the vehicle s lean angle To maxim...

Page 23: ...f manually only when the key is in the ON position and the mo torcycle is stopped TIP Set TCS MODE to OFF to help free the rear wheel if the motorcycle gets stuck in mud sand or other soft surfac es N...

Page 24: ...ine speed of at least 2000 r min Engine speed sufficiently away from red zone Decelerating and throttle ful ly closed TIP QS and QS can be individu ally set Shifting into or out of neutral must be don...

Page 25: ...5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ing and braking techniques The brake control system cannot pre vent all loss of traction due to over braking from excessive speed or lateral wheel slip when braking on slippery...

Page 26: ...e the key in the ON position without the engine running EAU10664 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10062 Never turn the key to OFF or LOCK while the vehicle is movin...

Page 27: ...to flash the high beam and to mark the start of each lap when using the lap tim er EAU66040 Turn signal switch To signal a right hand turn push this switch to To signal a left hand turn push this swit...

Page 28: ...ition and operate the hazard switch again NOTICE ECA10062 Do not use the hazard lights for an extended length of time with the en gine not running otherwise the bat tery may discharge EAU73952 Cruise...

Page 29: ...selected items TIP If the wheel switch is not operated for a certain period of time the cur sor will disappear For items that can be reset leave the cursor over the item press and hold the switch to r...

Page 30: ...nd then go off Otherwise have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU88550 Engine trouble warning light This warning light comes on if a prob lem is detected in the engine If this oc curs have a Yamaha...

Page 31: ...engine is started If a malfunction is detected this light will come on and the oil pres sure icon will flash NOTICE ECA22441 If the oil pressure and coolant warn ing light does not go off after start...

Page 32: ...a tor and increase the risk of an acci dent Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle s traveling speed TIP The display can be switched between kilometers and miles See Unit on page 5 16 Tachomete...

Page 33: ...display as follows Rotate the wheel switch to move the cursor over a display Press the wheel switch inward and the selected display will highlight grey Rotate the wheel switch to choose a dif ferent...

Page 34: ...s figure to estimate the distance that can be traveled on the current tank of fuel Air temperature The air temperature is displayed from 9 C 16 F to 50 C 122 F in 1 C 1 F increments The temperature di...

Page 35: ...s the currently select ed D MODE and TCS MODE set tings The mode that is enlarged and displayed on the right can be adjusted using the MODE up down switches Use the MODE switch to toggle left right be...

Page 36: ...ight the grip warm er display with the cursor Press the wheel switch inward to select the grip warmer function Once selected rotate the wheel switch up and down to adjust the temperature level Press t...

Page 37: ...unication with a system controller has been cut off the error mode warn ing will appear as follows Err and indicator light indicates an ECU error Err only indicates an ABS ECU error TIP Depending on t...

Page 38: ...ing triangle mark item Select the triangle mark to save settings changes and exit the current screen Should vehicle motion be detect ed the screen will automatically exit the settings MENU and return...

Page 39: ...of traction con trol system intervention is applied There are 3 setting levels available for the TCS MODE M Setting level 1 applies the least amount of overall system intervention while setting level...

Page 40: ...e divided into QS and QS sections QS and QS are not linked and can be in dependently turned on or off The quick shifter can be set to ON or OFF OFF turns the respective upshift or downshift function o...

Page 41: ...to record the distance traveled between engine oil changes use the OIL item and for two other items of your choice use INTER VAL 1 and INTERVAL 2 To reset a maintenance trip meter se lect it and then...

Page 42: ...confirming the minutes you will be returned to the top MENU screen All Reset This module resets all settings items except the odometer and clock to their default or factory presets Select YES to reset...

Page 43: ...ed to ignore unclear input signals Therefore be sure to shift using quick and sufficiently forceful in puts EAU93080 Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar To apply...

Page 44: ...m engages a pulsating sensation may be felt at the brake lever or brake pedal as the hy draulic unit rapidly applies and reduces brake pressure In this situation contin ue to apply the brake lever and...

Page 45: ...result EAU13077 Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap Open the fuel tank cap lock cover in sert the key and then turn it 1 4 turn clockwise The lock will be released and the fuel tank cap can be ope...

Page 46: ...ignition such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dryers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank When refueling be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler hole Stop filling when...

Page 47: ...n ing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if the ethanol con tent does not exceed 10 E10 Gas ohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it can cause damage to the fuel s...

Page 48: ...U13435 Catalytic converter The exhaust system contains catalytic converter s to reduce harmful exhaust emissions WARNING EWA10863 The exhaust system is hot after op eration To prevent a fire hazard or...

Page 49: ...o install the seat 1 Insert the projections into the seat holders as shown 2 Push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place 3 Remove the key TIP Make sure that the seat is properly se cured before...

Page 50: ...s equipped with a re bound damping force adjusting screw and the left front fork leg with a com pression damping force adjusting screw NOTICE ECA10102 To avoid damaging the mechanism do not attempt to...

Page 51: ...the stated specifications however such adjustments are in effective and may damage the suspension Compression damping force The compression damping force is ad justed on the left fork leg only Turn t...

Page 52: ...d a rebound damping force adjusting screw NOTICE ECA10102 To avoid damaging the mechanism do not attempt to turn beyond the maximum or minimum settings Spring preload 1 Remove the side covers See page...

Page 53: ...turns in direction b TIP When turning the damping force adjust er in direction b it may turn beyond the stated specifications however such adjustments are ineffective and may damage the suspension WA...

Page 54: ...nd a grip warmer DC connector Consult your Yamaha deal er before installing any accessories EAU15306 Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side of the frame Raise the sidestand or lower it wi...

Page 55: ...n gear engine starts unless the clutch lever is pulled and the sidestand is up Also it will stop the running engine should the sides tand be lowered while the transmission is in gear Periodically chec...

Page 56: ...gine stall After the engine has stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Pull the clutch lever 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden YES NO YES NO YES...

Page 57: ...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 overflow hose for obstructions cracks...

Page 58: ...heck chain condition Lubricate if necessary 8 25 8 27 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 8 18 8 21 Brake and shift pedals Ma...

Page 59: ...ssive load on it for the first 1600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or a...

Page 60: ...m perature warning light should come on and stay on until the en gine is started The ABS warning light should come on and stay on until the vehi cle reaches a speed of 5 km h 3 mi h NOTICE ECA24110 If...

Page 61: ...press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it This model is equipped with a quick shifter See page 4 6 NOTICE ECA22523 When shifting press th...

Page 62: ...the brakes to slow the motorcycle and continue to downshift as necessary 4 Once the motorcycle has stopped the transmission can be shifted into the neutral position The neu tral indicator light should...

Page 63: ...EWA10312 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 and be burned Do not park on a slope or on soft ground oth...

Page 64: ...5123 Turn off the engine when 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...

Page 65: ...ools provided in the tool kit are intended to assist you in the perfor mance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs However a torque wrench and other tools are necessary to perform certain mainte...

Page 66: ...4000 mi 7000 km or 6 months 8000 mi 13000 km or 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 damag...

Page 67: ...r California only Check control system for damage 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 120...

Page 68: ...Replace Every 24000 mi 37000 km 3 Clutch Check operation Adjust or replace cable 4 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 5 Rear brake Check ope...

Page 69: ...se Every 12000 mi 19000 km 14 Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fasteners Correct if necessary 15 Brake lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 16 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply l...

Page 70: ...k coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage Change coolant Every 3 years 27 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 28 Control cables Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lub...

Page 71: ...will only damage it Replace the air filter more frequently if you often ride in the rain or dusty conditions Hydraulic brake service Regularly check the brake fluid levels Replenish as necessary Ever...

Page 72: ...led EAU94901 To remove the cover 1 Remove the seat See page 5 24 2 Remove the quick fastener A TIP The quick fasteners A are removed by pushing in the center pin and then pull ing the fastener out 3 R...

Page 73: ...uick fastener C and quick fastener B TIP Turn the ring clockwise while pushing it and then install the quick fastener C TIP To install the quick fastener B set it with its screwed portion pulled out f...

Page 74: ...astener A TIP The quick fastener A is installed by pushing out the center pin inserting the fastener into the panel and then by pushing the center pin flush with the fastener head 1 Quick fastener bef...

Page 75: ...ns of electrode erosion and excessive carbon or other deposits it should be replaced Before installing a spark plug the spark plug gap should be measured with a wire thickness gauge and if necessary a...

Page 76: ...hemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel speci fication of CD or oils of a high er quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no fo...

Page 77: ...d then stop the engine 2 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 3 Remove the engine oil filler cap and then the engine oil drain bolt and gasket TIP Skip steps 4 6 if the oil filter...

Page 78: ...e oil filler cap O ring install the filler cap TIP Wipe off any spilled oil before starting the engine 10 Start the engine and let it idle while checking for oil leaks TIP If any oil leaks are found w...

Page 79: ...olant level should be checked regularly In addition the coolant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart TIP If genuine Yamaha coolant is not avail able use an ethy...

Page 80: ...dealer check the anti freeze content of the coolant as soon as possible otherwise the effectiveness of the coolant will be reduced ECA10473 5 Install the coolant reservoir cap EAU33032 Changing the co...

Page 81: ...med when the engine is cold EAU64253 Tires Tires are the only contact between the vehicle and the road Safety in all con ditions of riding depends on a relatively small area of road contact Therefore...

Page 82: ...dealer replace the tire immediately 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 exper...

Page 83: ...nly the tires list ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha WARNING EWA10601 This motorcycle is fitted with su per high speed tires Note the fol lowing points in order to make the most eff...

Page 84: ...el can result in poor performance adverse han dling characteristics and a short ened tire life EAU22083 Adjusting the clutch lever free play Measure the clutch lever free play as shown Periodically ch...

Page 85: ...n the hydraulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system be fore operating the vehicle Air in the hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance which may re sult in loss of control and an...

Page 86: ...hes the brake disc have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU46292 Rear brake pads Each rear brake pad is provided with wear indicator grooves which allow you to check the brake pad wear...

Page 87: ...ction Be careful that water or dust does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boil ing point of the fluid and may re sult in vapor lock and dirt may cl...

Page 88: ...ride and adjusted if necessary EAU97540 To check the drive chain slack 1 Place the motorcycle on the sides tand TIP When checking and adjusting the drive chain slack there should be no weight on the m...

Page 89: ...ve chain turn the drive chain slack adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in direc tion a To loosen the drive chain turn the adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in direction b and then p...

Page 90: ...10584 The drive chain must be lubricated after washing the motorcycle riding in the rain or riding in wet areas 1 Clean the drive chain with a drive chain cleaner and a small soft brush NOTICE To prev...

Page 91: ...with cable movement Replace damaged cables as soon as possi ble to prevent unsafe condi tions EWA10712 EAU82490 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip The operation of the throttle grip should be...

Page 92: ...before each ride and the lever pivot should be lubricated if necessary The brake lever pivot must be lubricat ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubricati...

Page 93: ...e intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU23273 Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals speci...

Page 94: ...ise the front wheel off the ground See page 8 37 WARNING To avoid injury se curely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10752 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs an...

Page 95: ...the battery lead connections need to be checked and if necessary tightened WARNING EWA10761 Electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous since it contains sul furic acid which causes severe burns Avoid any...

Page 96: ...ith optional electrical accessories NOTICE ECA16522 To charge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery a special con stant voltage battery charger is re quired Using a conventional battery charger wil...

Page 97: ...31 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage EAU91572 Replacing the fuses The fuse box is located under the seat See page 5 24 If a fuse is blown...

Page 98: ...the specified amperage WARNING Do not use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than recommended to avoid causing extensive dam age to the electrical system and possibly a fire EWA15132 1 Fuse puller 1...

Page 99: ...er is removed EAU80380 Vehicle lights Except for the license plate light bulb this model s lights are all LED If an LED light does not come on check the fuses and then have a Yamaha dealer check the v...

Page 100: ...starting and loss of power The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your self However should your motorcycle require any repair take it...

Page 101: ...dealer check the vehicle Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark...

Page 102: ...e When the hissing sound has stopped press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap TIP If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided...

Page 103: ...ECA28181 In cold weather when roads may be salted as a de icing method it s im portant to clean the vehicle thor oughly to remove road salt and avoid corrosion Wheel spokes bolts nuts and other unpain...

Page 104: ...y degreaser and spray down the vehicle with a garden hose Use only enough pressure to do the job Avoid spraying water directly into the muffler instrument panel air inlet or other inner areas such as...

Page 105: ...nted surfaces using a non abrasive wax or use a detail spray for motorcycles YAMA LUBE Spray Polish Instant De tailer 8 When finished cleaning start the engine and let it idle for several minutes to h...

Page 106: ...5 For vehicles with a carburetor To prevent fuel deposits from building up drain the fuel in the carburetor float chamber into a clean contain er Retighten the drain bolt and pour the fuel back into t...

Page 107: ...attery and fully charge it or attach a maintenance charger to keep the battery opti mally charged NOTICE Confirm that the battery and its charger are compatible Do not charge a VRLA battery with a con...

Page 108: ...50 Recommended engine oil grade API service SG type or higher JASO stan dard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 2 80 L 2 96 US qt 2 46 Imp qt With oil filter removal 3 20 L 3 38 US qt 2 82 Imp qt Coola...

Page 109: ...tal weight of rider passenger cargo and accessories Front brake Type Hydraulic dual disc brake Rear brake Type Hydraulic single disc brake Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Rear suspension Type Sw...

Page 110: ...er VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUM BER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER EAU26401 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the st...

Page 111: ...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 EAU48271 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The Ve...

Page 112: ...such as when maintenance checks or service proce dures are performed Vehicle data uploaded will be handled appropriately according to the following Privacy Policy Privacy Policy Yamaha will not disclo...

Page 113: ...en an investigation 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...

Page 114: ...corporated into any new ve hicle 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...

Page 115: ...low is printed only as a reminder that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remark...

Page 116: ...ormation 11 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 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 BEA 281...

Page 117: ...original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser it is imperative that the machine be inspected and registered for warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer In order for this warranty to remai...

Page 118: ...d upon your request at any 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 o...

Page 119: ...t have to pay anything for covered 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 Int...

Page 120: ...ll have strong factory backed protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your VIN number and we ll be happy...

Page 121: ...gine serial number 11 1 Engine trouble warning light 5 5 F Front and rear brake pads checking 8 23 Front fork adjusting 5 25 Front fork checking 8 30 Fuel 5 21 Fuel level warning light 5 5 Fuel tank b...

Page 122: ...ubricating 8 30 T TCS MODE 4 4 Throttle grip checking and lubricating 8 28 Tires 8 18 Tool kit 8 2 Troubleshooting 8 37 Troubleshooting chart 8 38 Turn signal indicator lights 5 4 Turn signal switch 5...

Page 123: ...rm right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha engi...

Page 124: ...Owner s manual is also available online at the Yamaha Owner s Manual Library https www yamahamotorsports com yamaha manuals PRINTED IN JAPAN 2022 10 0 3 1 E BEA 28199 11_Hyoshi indd 4 2022 10 21 14 1...

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