Yamaha XVS13AW(C) - Manual (Page 7)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
Location of important labels ...........1-5
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments ................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............3-2
Multi-function meter unit .................3-3
Handlebar switches ........................3-6
Clutch lever ....................................3-8
Shift pedal ......................................3-8
Brake lever .....................................3-8
Brake pedal ....................................3-9
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-9
Fuel ..............................................3-10
Catalytic converter ........................3-11
Rider seat .....................................3-11
Helmet holder ...............................3-12
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-12
Sidestand .....................................3-13
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-14
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS..............4-1
Pre-operation check list ..................4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................ 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .......... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit .............................. 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs .............. 6-9
Canister (for California only) ........ 6-11
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-11
Coolant ........................................ 6-14
Replacing the air filter element .... 6-15
Checking the throttle cable
free play .................................... 6-16
Valve clearance ........................... 6-16
Tires ............................................. 6-17
Cast wheels ................................. 6-18
Accessories and replacement
parts ......................................... 6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever
free play .................................... 6-19
Adjusting the brake lever
free play .................................... 6-20
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ........................................ 6-21
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-23
Drive belt slack ............................. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals ............... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-26
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ... 6-26
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-27
Checking the front fork ................. 6-27
Checking the steering .................. 6-28
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-28
Battery .......................................... 6-29
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-30
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-32
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb ........................................... 6-33
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-34
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