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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the XVS1100, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the de- sign and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold. Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ....1-1 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ..... 4-1 Tires ..........6-13 Location of important labels ....1-5 Pre-operation check list ....4-2 Spoke wheels ......6-15 Adjusting the clutch lever free DESCRIPTION ........2-1 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT play ........... 6-15 Left view ..........2-1 RIDING POINTS.........
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Replacing a turn signal light bulb or the tail/brake light bulb ..6-27 Supporting the motorcycle ....6-28 Troubleshooting ......6-29 Troubleshooting chart ....6-30 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ..........7-1 Care ..........7-1 Storage ...........7-3 SPECIFICATIONS ......8-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION.....9-1 Identification numbers ....9-1 Motorcycle noise regulation (for Australia) ......9-2...
SAFETY INFORMATION EAU10251 AND/OR WHEN MADE NECES- • Ride where other motorists can SARY BY MECHANICAL CONDI- see you. Avoid riding in another MOTORCYCLES SINGLE TIONS. motorist’s blind spot. TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE Many motorcycle accidents in- AND OPERATION ARE DEPENDENT Safe riding volve inexperienced operators.
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Modifications made to this motorcycle other motorists can see you. the single most critical factor in the pre- not approved by Yamaha, or the re- The posture of the operator and vention or reduction of head injuries. moval of original equipment, may ren- passenger is important for proper Always wear an approved helmet.
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Maximum load: been specifically designed for use on create instability due to improper 200 kg (441 lb) this motorcycle. Since Yamaha cannot weight distribution or aerody- test all other accessories that may be namic changes. If accessories When loading within this weight limit,...
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SAFETY INFORMATION tor and may limit control ability, Always turn the engine off before eyes, see your doctor immediately. therefore, such accessories are leaving the motorcycle unattended If any gasoline spills on your skin not recommended. and remove the key from the main or clothing, immediately wash the Use caution when adding electri- switch.
SAFETY INFORMATION EAU10381 Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Before you operate this vehicle, read the owner’s manual. Prima di usare il veicolo, leggete il manuale di istruzioni. Lire le manuel du propriétaire avant d’utiliser ce véhicule. Lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung bevor Sie dieses Fahrzeug fahren. Antes de conducir este vehículo, lea el Manual del Propietario.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10460 EAU10680 To unlock the steering Main switch/steering lock LOCK The steering is locked, and all electrical systems are off. The key can be re- moved. To lock the steering 1. Push. 2. Turn. The main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is Push the key in, and then turn it to used to lock the steering.
This warning light comes on or flashes high beam of the headlight is switched when an electrical circuit monitoring the engine is defective. When this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the self- diagnosis system. EAU11120 Oil level warning light “...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU11731 tance that can be traveled with a full EAU12343 Speedometer unit Handlebar switches tank of fuel. This information will enable you to plan future fuel stops. Left 1. “TRIP” button 2. Odometer/tripmeter 1. Pass switch “ ”...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12350 EAU12710 EAU12820 Pass switch “ ” Start switch “ ” Clutch lever Press this switch to flash the headlight. Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter. EAU12400 ECA10050 Dimmer switch “ ” CAUTION: Set this switch to “...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12870 EAU12890 EAU12941 Shift pedal Brake lever Brake pedal 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever 1. Brake pedal The shift pedal is located on the left The brake lever is located at the right The brake pedal is on the right side of side of the engine and is used in com- handlebar grip.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13120 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to EAU13210 Fuel tank cap Fuel the original position, remove it, and then close the 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.
Always turn the fuel as well as to the exhaust system. cock lever to this position when the en- Your Yamaha engine has been de- gine is not running. signed to use regular unleaded gaso- line with a research octane number of 91 or higher.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS This indicates reserve. With the fuel EAU13610 Starter (choke) lever “ ” 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.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU14211 Seats Passenger seat To remove the passenger seat Remove the nut, and then pull the pas- senger seat up. 1. Projection 1. Bolt 2. Seat holder 2. Seat bracket Rider seat To install the rider seat 1.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 2. Install the seat bracket and bolts. EAU14281 EAU14481 Helmet holder Storage compartment 3. Install the passenger seat. The storage compartment is located on NOTE: the left side of the vehicle. Make sure that the seats are properly secured before riding.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU14871 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly The shock absorber assembly is locat- ed under the rider seat and is equipped with a spring preload adjusting ring. ECA10100 CAUTION: Never attempt to turn an adjusting mechanism beyond the maximum or 1.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 3. Pull the ignitor unit panel out to the 5. To increase the spring preload and Spring preload setting: right. thereby harden the suspension, Minimum (soft): turn the adjusting ring in direction Standard: (a). To decrease the spring pre- load and thereby soften the sus- Maximum (hard): pension, turn the adjusting ring in...
Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off formance. system has been designed to assist Always have a Yamaha dealer the operator in fulfilling the respon- service the shock absorber. sibility of raising the sidestand be- fore starting off. Therefore, check...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS below and have a Yamaha dealer re- EAU15311 Ignition circuit cut-off system pair it if it does not function proper- The ignition circuit cut-off system (com- prising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the fol- lowing functions.
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5. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? The neutral switch may be defective. The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer. With the engine still running: 6. Move the sidestand up. 7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS EAU15591 The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. Final gear oil • Check vehicle for oil leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check lever free play. • Adjust if necessary. Front brake •...
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check cable free play. Throttle grip 6-12, 6-19 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 6-19 •...
Become thoroughly familiar system to enable starting, one of the Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir- with all operating controls and following conditions must be met: cuit. their functions before riding. The transmission is in the neutral Consult a Yamaha dealer re- position.
(choke) off. off after starting the engine with NOTE: sufficient engine oil, have a Yamaha dealer check the elec- The engine is warm when it responds normally to the throttle with the starter trical circuit. The engine trouble warning (choke) turned off.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU16671 ECA10260 EAU16800 Shifting Tips for reducing fuel CAUTION: consumption Even with the transmission in Fuel consumption depends largely on the neutral position, do not your riding style. Consider the following coast for long periods of time tips to reduce fuel consumption: with the engine off, and do not Turn the starter (choke) off as...
Do not park on a slope or on soft during the engine break-in period, tle operation or any condition that might ground, otherwise the vehicle immediately have a Yamaha dealer result in engine overheating must be may overturn. check the vehicle.
Yamaha dealer certain maintenance work correctly. do it for you. NOTE: If you do not have the tools or experi- ence required for a particular job, have a Yamaha dealer perform it for you.
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed in- stead. From 50000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km. Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. ODOMETER READING (× 1000 km)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR ODOMETER READING (× 1000 km) ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB CHECK √ √ √ √ √ • Check for cracks or damage. 9 * Brake hoses • Replace. Every 4 years • Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage. √...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR ODOMETER READING (× 1000 km) ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB CHECK • Change. √ √ √ √ √ √ Engine oil • Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. √ √ √ 23 * Engine oil filter element • Replace. √...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU18751 EAU19551 Removing and installing the Checking the spark plugs panel The spark plugs are important engine components, which are easy to check. The panel shown needs to be removed Since heat and deposits will cause any to perform some of the maintenance spark plug to slowly erode, the spark jobs described in this chapter.
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Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, 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 1.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU19822 NOTE: Engine oil NOTE: If a torque wrench is not available when The engine oil should be between the The engine oil level should be checked installing a spark plug, a good estimate minimum and maximum level marks. before each ride.
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Oil change quantity: If the oil level warning light flickers 3.00 L (3.17 US qt) (2.64 Imp.qt) or remains on, immediately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer ECA11620 CAUTION: check the vehicle. In order to prevent clutch slip- 7.
If any 3. Install the final gear oil drain bolt, NOTE: leakage is found, have a Yamaha deal- and then tighten it to the specified The oil level should be at the brim of the er check and repair the vehicle.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6. Check the final gear case for oil EAU20670 Cleaning the air filter element leakage. If oil is leaking, check for The air filter element should be cleaned the cause. as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart.
The engine should never be op- Yamaha dealer, who has the neces- periodic maintenance and lubrication erated without the air filter ele- sary professional knowledge and expe- chart.
The valve clearance changes with use, resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. 1. Throttle stop screw Engine idling speed: 950–1050 r/min...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU32771 LOAD YOUR VEHICLE. Make sure Tire air pressure (measured on cold Tires that the total weight of the cargo, rid- tires): To maximize the performance, durabil- er, passenger, and accessories 0–90 kg (0–198 lb): ity, and safe operation of your motor- Front: (cowling, saddlebags, etc.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR in it, or if the sidewall is cracked, con- very carefully and replace it as Front tire: tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and soon as possible with a high- Size: have the tire replaced. quality product.
Yamaha dealer check the internal regarding the specified wheels. clutch mechanism. The wheel rims should be checked for cracks, bends or warpage, and the spokes for looseness or dam- age before each ride.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU22092 system. If there is air in the hy- Adjusting the brake lever free draulic system, have a Yamaha play dealer bleed the system before operating the motorcycle. Air in the hydraulic system will dimin-...
If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator groove has almost disappeared, have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set. 1. Rear brake light switch 2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut 1.
However, if the Use only the recommended quality brake fluid level goes down sud- 1. Minimum level mark brake fluid, otherwise the rubber denly, have a Yamaha dealer Rear brake seals may deteriorate, causing check the cause. leakage and poor braking perfor- mance.
EAU23100 EAU23110 Changing the brake fluid Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the Have a Yamaha dealer change the cables throttle grip and cable brake fluid at the intervals specified in The operation of all control cables and The operation of the throttle grip should...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU23131 EAU23140 Recommended lubricant: Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur- brake and shift pedals brake and clutch levers pose grease) The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride, and the lever pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary.
Recommended lubricant: EWA10730 WARNING Lithium-soap-based grease If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur- pose grease) 6-21...
Securely support the vehicle so that fork does not operate smoothly, damage and excessive oil leakage. there is no danger of it falling over. have a Yamaha dealer check or re- pair it. To check the operation 2. Hold the lower ends of the front 1.
If there is play in the wheel hub or if the wheel does not turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel bearings. 1. Positive battery terminal 2. Negative battery terminal The battery is located behind panel A.
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To charge the battery burns. Avoid any contact with battery damage. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- skin, eyes or clothing and al- To charge a sealed-type (MF) tery as soon as possible if it seems to...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU27102 1. Remove the rider seat. (See page Replacing the fuses 3-9.) The main fuse is located under the igni- 2. Remove quick fasteners tor unit panel. shown by pushing the center in The fuse box, which contains the fuses with a screwdriver, then pulling the for the individual circuits, is located in- fastener out.
7. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system. 8. Place the ignitor unit panel in the original position and install the quick fasteners.
6. Install the headlight unit by install- 4. Place a new headlight bulb into po- ing the screws. sition, and then secure it with the 7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary. bulb holder. ECA10660 CAUTION:...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 2. Remove the defective bulb by EAU24350 a jack either under each side of the Supporting the motorcycle pushing it in and turning it counter- frame in front of the rear wheel or under Since this model is not equipped with a clockwise.
However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and know-how to service the motorcycle properly.
Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the battery. 4. Battery The engine turns over The battery is good.
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE EAU26060 ucts onto seals, gaskets and wheel thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re- Care axles. Always rinse the dirt and de- movers or inhibitors, brake flu- While the open design of a motorcycle greaser off with water. id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE After normal use ECA10790 5. Touch up minor paint damage CAUTION: Remove dirt with warm water, a mild caused by stones, etc. detergent, and a soft, clean sponge, 6. Wax all painted surfaces. Do not use warm water since it in- and then rinse thoroughly with clean 7.
Always store your motorcycle in a cool, NOTE: into the fuel tank. dry place and, if necessary, protect it Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on 4. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel against dust with a porous cover. what products to use.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE EWA10950 °C (90 °F)]. For more information WARNING on storing the battery, see page To prevent damage or injury from 6-23. sparking, make sure to ground the NOTE: spark plug electrodes while turning Make any necessary repairs before the engine over.
SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Engine oil: Fuel tank capacity: 17.0 L (4.49 US gal) (3.74 Imp.gal) Overall length: Type: Fuel reserve amount: 2405 mm (94.7 in) SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 or SAE15W40 4.5 L (1.19 US gal) (0.99 Imp.gal) Overall width: or SAE20W40 or SAE20W50 Carburetor: 895 mm (35.2 in) Overall height:...
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SPECIFICATIONS Gear ratio: Manufacturer/model: Operation: 1st: BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G546G Right hand operation 40/17 (2.353) Loading: Recommended fluid: 2nd: DOT 4 Maximum load: 40/24 (1.667) Rear brake: 200 kg (441 lb) 3rd: (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and Type: 36/28 (1.286) accessories) Single disc brake 4th:...
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SPECIFICATIONS Voltage, capacity: Ignition fuse: 12 V, 12.0 Ah 10.0 A Headlight: Carburetor heater fuse: 15.0 A Bulb type: Backup fuse: Halogen bulb 5.0 A Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity: Headlight: 12 V, 60 W/55.0 W × 1 Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W ×...
Record the key identification number, vehicle identification number and mod- el label information in the spaces pro- vided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehi- cle is stolen. KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1.
This information b. The use of the vehicle after such will be needed when ordering spare device or element of design has parts from a Yamaha dealer. been removed or rendered inoper- ative by any person.
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INDEX Fuel consumption, tips for reducing..5-3 Fuel tank cap .......... 3-6 Air filter element, cleaning..... 6-10 Rear brake light switch, adjusting ..6-17 Fuses, replacing ........6-25 Rear suspension, lubricating....6-21 Battery........... 6-23 Handlebar switches ........ 3-3 Brake and clutch levers, Safety information ........1-1 Headlight bulb, replacing ......