Yamaha V-Star XVS1100S, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...5YS 28199 10 LIT 11626 17 24 XVS1100S C XVS1100AS C XVS1100ATS C OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...EAU10041 5YS10 book Page 1 Wednesday May 14 2003 6 32 PM...

Page 3: ...of this 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...

Page 4: ...LET CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS MOTOR CYCLE UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES AND UNTIL YOU...

Page 5: ...a Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition April 2003 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed...

Page 6: ...arking 5 5 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 ch...

Page 7: ...Replacing a turn signal light bulb or the tail brake light bulb 6 33 Supporting the motorcycle 6 33 Troubleshooting 6 34 Troubleshooting chart 6 35 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 3...

Page 8: ...ents 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 b...

Page 9: ...ace 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 pr...

Page 10: ...onally be re sponsible for 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...

Page 11: ...off 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 motorc...

Page 12: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 5 1 EAU10381 Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle 5YS10 book Page 5 Wednesday May 14 2003 6 32 PM...

Page 13: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 6 1 3 XVS1100 3 XVS1100A XVS1100AT 4 California only 2 1 5YS10 book Page 6 Wednesday May 14 2003 6 32 PM...

Page 14: ...ock page 3 8 3 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 13 4 Helmet holder page 3 12 5 Storage compartment page 3 12 6 Owner s tool kit page 6 1 7 Fuse box page 6 30 8 Engine oil l...

Page 15: ...page 3 8 3 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 13 4 Helmet holder page 3 12 5 Storage compartment page 3 12 6 Owner s tool kit page 6 1 7 Fuse box page 6 30 8 Engine oil level...

Page 16: ...3 2 EAU32230 Right view XVS1100 1 Battery page 6 29 2 Main fuse page 6 30 3 Main switch steering lock page 3 1 4 Air filter element page 6 13 5 Brake pedal page 3 6 5YS10 book Page 3 Wednesday May 14...

Page 17: ...ON 2 4 2 XVS1100A XVS1100AT 1 Battery page 6 29 2 Main fuse page 6 30 3 Main switch steering lock page 3 1 4 Air filter element page 6 13 5 Brake pedal page 3 6 5YS10 book Page 4 Wednesday May 14 2003...

Page 18: ...er 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 14 8 Brake...

Page 19: ...LOCK 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...

Page 20: ...a 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 acceleratio...

Page 21: ...ush 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 t...

Page 22: ...not 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 sw...

Page 23: ...0AT The 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 moto...

Page 24: ...tall the 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 remo...

Page 25: ...engine has been de signed to use regular unleaded gaso line with a pump octane number R M 2 of 86 or higher or a research octane number of 91 or higher If knocking or pinging occurs use a gasoline of...

Page 26: ...e fire hazards such as grass or other materials that easily burn Do not allow the engine to idle too long EAU13550 Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetors while also fil...

Page 27: ...arter choke Move the lever in direction b to turn off the starter choke CAUTION ECA10990 Do not use the starter choke for more than 3 minutes as the exhaust pipe may discolor from excessive heat In ad...

Page 28: ...at 1 Insert the projections on the front of the rider seat into the seat hold ers as shown and then place the seat in the original position 2 Install the seat bracket and bolts 3 Install the passenger...

Page 29: ...nd then install the bolt Rider seat To remove the rider seat 1 Remove the passenger seat 2 Remove the bolt and then pull the rider seat up To install the rider seat 1 Insert the projections on the fro...

Page 30: ...ossibly an accident EAU14481 Storage compartment The storage compartment is located on the left side of the vehicle To open the storage compartment 1 Slide the lock cover open insert the key into the...

Page 31: ...adjusting mechanism beyond the maximum or minimum settings Adjust the spring preload as follows 1 Remove the rider seat See page 3 9 2 Remove each quick fastener from the ignitor unit panel by pushing...

Page 32: ...nt XVS1100 XVS1100A XVS1100AT 6 Install the mudguard and ignitor unit panel by installing the quick fasteners NOTE To install a quick fastener push the pin back so that it will protrude from the fas t...

Page 33: ...not tamper with or attempt to open the gas cylinder Do not subject the shock ab sorber to an open flame or other high heat sources otherwise it may explode due to excessive gas pressure Do not deform...

Page 34: ...g the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be fore starting off Therefore check this system regularly as described below and have a Yamaha dealer re pair it if it does not function proper ly EAU15...

Page 35: ...er 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 relia...

Page 36: ...equences 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 us...

Page 37: ...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 38: ...at operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 6 25 Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 6 26 Sidestand Make sur...

Page 39: ...lled 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 16 Never ride with the...

Page 40: ...130 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 whe...

Page 41: ...ion Always use the clutch while changing gears to avoid damag ing the engine transmission and drive train which are not designed to withstand the shock of forced shifting EAU16680 To start out and acc...

Page 42: ...more important period in the life of your engine than the period between 0 and 1600 km 1000 mi For this reason you should read the follow ing material carefully Since the engine is brand new do not pu...

Page 43: ...uble 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 t...

Page 44: ...D TO 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 S...

Page 45: ...ARNING 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 5YS...

Page 46: ...e Replace 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 v...

Page 47: ...ation 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 leakage Replace bra...

Page 48: ...and clutch le ver pivot shafts Apply lithium soap based grease all purpose grease lightly 14 Brake and shift ped al pivot shafts Apply lithium soap based grease all purpose grease lightly 15 Sidestan...

Page 49: ...ele ment Replace 22 Final gear oil Check oil level 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 23 Control cables A...

Page 50: ...sassembling 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 o...

Page 51: ...and then 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 t...

Page 52: ...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 53: ...sure the vent hose is not blocked Clean it if necessary EAU19821 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 repl...

Page 54: ...heck 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 cl...

Page 55: ...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 no foreign mate rial enters...

Page 56: ...odic 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 the air filter case cover by removing the screws 2 Pull...

Page 57: ...arburetors The carburetors are important parts of the engine and emission control sys tem which require very sophisticated adjustment Therefore all carburetor adjustments should be left to a Yamaha de...

Page 58: ...temperature The tire air pressure must be ad justed in accordance with the riding speed and with the total weight of rider passenger car go and accessories approved for this model WARNING EWA10510 Pr...

Page 59: ...ely 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 It is not recommended to pa...

Page 60: ...est 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 O...

Page 61: ...formance durabil ity and safe operation of your motor cycle note the following points regarding the specified wheels The wheel rims should be checked for cracks bends or warpage and the spokes for loo...

Page 62: ...ing or replacing a tire tighten the valve stem nut and locknut to the specified torques EAU22010 Accessories and replacement parts WARNING EWA10620 This motorcycle is not designed to pull a trailer or...

Page 63: ...follows 1 Loosen the locknut at the clutch le ver 2 To increase the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting bolt in di rection a To decrease the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting bolt in di...

Page 64: ...g bolt in direction b 3 Tighten the locknut WARNING EWA10630 After adjusting the brake lever free play check the free play and make sure that the brake is working properly A soft or spongy feeling in...

Page 65: ...cycle Air in the hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance which may result in loss of control and an acci dent EAU22270 Adjusting the rear brake light switch The rear brake light switch...

Page 66: ...g 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 67: ...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 68: ...cable 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 check...

Page 69: ...f 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...

Page 70: ...ition 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 th...

Page 71: ...y 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 d...

Page 72: ...medical 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...

Page 73: ...the igni tor unit panel The fuse box which contains the fuses for the individual circuits is located in side the storage compartment See page 3 12 If a fuse is blown replace it as follows NOTE Include...

Page 74: ...e electrical system 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 s...

Page 75: ...as 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...

Page 76: ...autions when 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 an...

Page 77: ...cause 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 r...

Page 78: ...nition 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 Yam...

Page 79: ...leave 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...

Page 80: ...on 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...

Page 81: ...ck 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...

Page 82: ...eels 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 m...

Page 83: ...t V type 2 cylinder Displacement 1063 0 cm 64 86 cu in Bore stroke 95 0 75 0 mm 3 74 2 95 in Compression ratio 8 30 1 Starting system Electric starter Lubrication system Wet sump Engine oil Type YAMAL...

Page 84: ...0A DUNLOP D404F XVS1100AT DUNLOP D404F Manufacturer model XVS1100 BRIDGESTONE EXEDRA L309 XVS1100A BRIDGESTONE EXEDRA G703 XVS1100AT BRIDGESTONE EXEDRA G703 Rear tire Type XVS1100 With tube XVS1100A T...

Page 85: ...sc brake Operation Right foot operation Recommended fluid Dot 4 Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Spring shock absorber type Coil spring oil damper Wheel travel 140 0 mm 5 51 in Rear suspension Ty...

Page 86: ...SPECIFICATIONS 8 4 8 Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Carburetor heater fuse 15 0 A Ignitor unit fuse 5 0 A CAL Backup fuse 5 0 A 5YS10 book Page 4 Wednesday May 14 2003 6 32 PM...

Page 87: ...ntification 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 n...

Page 88: ...el 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...

Page 89: ...stigation 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 deal...

Page 90: ...icle 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...

Page 91: ...minder 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...

Page 92: ...ORMATION 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 5YS10 book Page 6 Wednesday May 14 2...

Page 93: ...CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 7 9 EAU26661 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A STREET AND ENDURO MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY 5YS10 book Page 7 Wednesday May 14 2003 6 32 PM...

Page 94: ...CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 8 9 5YS10 book Page 8 Wednesday May 14 2003 6 32 PM...

Page 95: ...d 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 incl...

Page 96: ...ked 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 he...

Page 97: ...ircuit cut off system 3 16 Indicator and warning lights 3 2 K Key identification number 9 1 L Labels location of 1 5 Luggage strap holders 3 15 M Main switch steering lock 3 1 Maintenance and lubricat...

Page 98: ...light 3 2 Turn signal light bulb or tail brake light bulb replacing 6 33 Turn signal switch 3 4 V Valve clearance adjusting 6 15 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Warranty extended 9 9 Warranty lim...

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