Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. 1450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Company: YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. Address: 1450-6, Mori, Mori-Machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-Ken, 437-0292 Japan Hereby declare that the product: Kind of equipment: IMMOBILIZER...
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Yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your XVS950CR. The Owner’s Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10134 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ....1-1 FOR YOUR SAFETY – Checking the brake lever free PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .....4-1 play..........6-16 DESCRIPTION ........2-1 Brake light switches ..... 6-17 Left view ......... 2-1 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT Checking the front and rear brake Right view........
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TABLE OF CONTENTS License plate light ......6-30 Supporting the motorcycle....6-30 Troubleshooting ......6-31 Troubleshooting chart ....6-32 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ..........7-1 Matte color caution ......7-1 Care ..........7-1 Storage ..........7-3 SPECIFICATIONS......8-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION....9-1 Identification numbers.....9-1 INDEX..........10-1...
SAFETY INFORMATION Never operate a motorcycle with- pears to be very effective in reduc- EAU1028B out proper training or instruction. ing the chance of this type of Take a training course. Beginners accident. Be a Responsible Owner should receive training from a cer- Therefore: As the vehicle’s owner, you are re- tified instructor.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Many accidents involve inexperi- • Always signal before turning or Protective Apparel enced operators. In fact, many op- changing lanes. Make sure that The majority of fatalities from motorcy- erators who have been involved in other motorists can see you. cle accidents are the result of head in- ...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Do not run engine outdoors where Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning When loading within this weight limit, All engine exhaust contains carbon engine exhaust can be drawn into keep the following in mind: Cargo and accessory weight monoxide, a deadly gas.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- performed to your vehicle that change lightweight as possible and able only from a Yamaha dealer, have any of the vehicle’s design or operation should be kept to a minimum. been designed, tested, and approved characteristics can put you and others •...
SAFETY INFORMATION Check that the fuel cock (if operator and may limit control ability, therefore, such accesso- equipped) is in the “OFF” position ries are not recommended. and that there are no fuel leaks. Use caution when adding electri- ...
Do not expose any key to exces- cess, take the vehicle along with all three keys to a Yamaha dealer to have sively high temperatures. Do not place any key close to them re-registered. Do not use the key with the red bow for driving.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Keep other immobilizer system EAU57670 Main switch keys away from the main switch Be sure to use the standard key (black as they may cause signal inter- bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To ference.
“ON”, cause the battery to discharge. or if the warning light remains on, have EAU11022 a Yamaha dealer check the electrical Turn signal indicator light “ ” circuit. This indicator light flashes when a turn...
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If this occurs, a speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or higher. 2.8 L (0.74 US gal, 0.62 Imp.gal). When have a Yamaha dealer check the self- If the ABS warning light: does not come on when the key is this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
EAU54682 EAU66640 Immobilizer system indicator Multi-function meter unit of the above occurs, have a Yamaha light “ ” dealer check the system as soon as When the key is turned to “OFF” and possible. (See page 3-11 for an expla- 30 seconds have passed, the indicator nation of the ABS.)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS two tripmeters (which show the Push the “SELECT” switch to switch distance traveled since they were the display between the odometer last set to zero) mode “ODO”, the tripmeter modes a fuel reserve tripmeter (which “TRIP 1”and “TRIP 2”...
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2. If the engine starts, turn it off and note the code number, and then have 5. Push the “SELECT” switch for at try starting the engine with the a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. least one second to start the standard keys. The self-diagnosis device also detects clock.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS key and both standard keys to a Right EAU1234H Handlebar switches Yamaha dealer and have the stan- dard keys re-registered. Left ECA11591 NOTICE If the display indicates an error code, the vehicle should be checked as soon as possible in order to avoid engine damage.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ter position. To cancel the turn signal EAU12735 EAU12821 Hazard switch “ ” Clutch lever lights, push the switch in after it has re- With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi- turned to the center position. tion, use this switch to turn on the haz- ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all EAU12501...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12872 EAU12892 EAU12944 Shift pedal Brake lever Brake pedal 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever 1. Brake pedal 2. Neutral position The brake lever is located on the right The brake pedal is located on the right The shift pedal is located on the left side of the handlebar.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU67580 The ABS performs a self-diagno- The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake sis test each time the vehicle first System) features a dual electronic con- starts off after the key is turned to trol system, which acts on the front and “ON”...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to EAU13125 EAU13222 Fuel tank cap Fuel the original position, remove it, Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in and then close the lock cover. the tank. EWA10882 WARNING The fuel tank cap cannot be installed unless the key is in the lock.
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WARNING as well as to the exhaust system. Gasoline is poisonous and can Your Yamaha engine has been de- cause injury or death. Handle gaso- signed to use regular unleaded gaso- line with care. Never siphon gasoline line with a research octane number of by mouth.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAUB1302 EAU13434 ECA10702 Fuel tank breather/overflow Catalytic converter NOTICE hose This model is equipped with a catalytic Use only unleaded gasoline. The use converter in the exhaust system. of leaded gasoline will cause unre- EWA10863 pairable damage to the catalytic WARNING converter.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To unlock the steering EAU55662 EAU66400 Steering lock Seat To lock the steering To remove the seat 1. Remove panel A. (See page 6-8.) 2. Remove the bolt. 1. Unlock. 1. Insert the key into the steering lock.
Tightening torque: ing ring. 2. Place the seat in the original posi- Seat fitting bolt: It is recommended to have a Yamaha tion. 16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf) dealer adjust the spring preload. How- 3. While pushing the front of the seat ever, if you choose to make this adjust- 4.
Take the shock 4 notch(es) in direction (a)* in a possible loss of control. * With the adjusting ring fully turned absorber assembly to a Yamaha Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off in direction (b) dealer for any service. system has been designed to assist...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS this system regularly and have a EAU57950 Ignition circuit cut-off system Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not The ignition circuit cut-off system function properly. (comprising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the following functions.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS WARNING With the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha 2. Make sure that the start/engine stop switch is set to “ ”. dealer check the system before riding.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. • Check vehicle for oil leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Front brake • Replace if necessary.
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. 6-13, 6-20 Throttle grip • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca- ble and grip housing. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 6-20 •...
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. 3-17 Sidestand switch • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
a lean angle sensor to stop the en- The transmission is in the neutral understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. gine in case of a turnover. In this EWA10272 position.
The neutral indi- etc. cator light should come on. If not, The gear positions are shown in the il- ask a Yamaha dealer to check the lustration. electrical circuit. 3. Start the engine by pushing To shift the transmission into the neu- the “...
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 4. At the recommended shift points 3. Shift the transmission into the ECA10261 NOTICE shown in the following table, close neutral position when the motor- Even with the transmission in the throttle, and at the same time, cycle almost completely...
Since the engine is brand new, do not gine speeds during acceleration. immediately have a Yamaha dealer Do not rev the engine while shift- put an excessive load on it for the first check the vehicle.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU17214 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10312 WARNING 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.
To avoid possible burns, let tivities incorrectly may increase brake components cool before your risk of injury or death during touching them. service or while using the vehicle. If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform service.
Owner’s tool kit If you do not have the tools or ex- perience required for a particular job, have a Yamaha dealer per- form it for you. Install the owner’s tool box with the “INSIDE” mark facing inward.
From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi). Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and tech- nical skills.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU1770M General maintenance and lubrication chart ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) √ Air filter element •...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check operation and for exces- √ √...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check operation and for oil leak- √...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Hydraulic brake service • Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level. • Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake fluid. • Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
The panel shown needs to be removed checked periodically, preferably by a to perform some of the maintenance Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- jobs described in this chapter. Refer to its will cause any spark plug to slowly this section each time the panel needs erode, they should be removed and to be removed and installed.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU47114 Specified spark plug: Engine oil and oil filter car- NGK/CPR7EA-9 If a torque wrench is not available tridge when installing a spark plug, a good The engine oil level should be checked Before installing a spark plug, the estimate of the correct torque is 1/4–...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 5. If the engine oil is at or below the minimum level mark, add suffi- The engine oil should be between the cient oil of the recommended type minimum and maximum level marks. to raise it to the correct level. 6.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Recommended engine oil: See page 8-1. An oil filter wrench is available at a Oil quantity: Yamaha dealer. Without oil filter cartridge replace- ment: 5. Apply a thin coat of clean engine 3.70 L (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp.qt)
Therefore, it must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer is essential to maintain the tires in good at the intervals specified in the periodic condition at all times and replace them maintenance and lubrication chart.
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* Total weight of rider, passenger, car- or glass fragments in it, or if the side- surface must first be “broken go and accessories wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer in” for it to develop its optimal replace the tire immediately. characteristics.
If any damage is found, have could lead to an accident. a Yamaha dealer replace the After extensive tests, only the tires list- wheel. Do not attempt even the ed below have been approved for this smallest repair to the wheel.
There should be no free play at the play, turn the adjusting nut in di- brake lever end. If there is free play, rection (b). have a Yamaha dealer inspect the brake system. EWA14212 WARNING A soft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system.
EAU36504 EAU22393 Brake light switches Checking the front and rear peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace The brake light, which is activated by brake pads the brake pads as a set. the brake pedal and brake lever,...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Use only the specified brake flu- Rear brake EAU40262 Checking the brake fluid level id; otherwise, the rubber seals Before riding, check that the brake fluid may deteriorate, causing leak- is above the minimum level mark. age.
EAU22733 EAU23041 Changing the brake fluid Drive belt slack Yamaha dealer check the cause before Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive belt slack should be checked further riding. brake fluid at the intervals specified in...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU44275 EAU23144 Recommended lubricant: Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the Lithium-soap-based grease brake and shift pedals brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and shift The operation of the brake and clutch pedals should be checked before each levers should be checked before each ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu-...
The operation of the sidestand should The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- be checked before each ride, and the ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal specified in the periodic maintenance contact surfaces should be lubricated and lubrication chart.
[EWA10752] tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, 2. Hold the lower ends of the front have a Yamaha dealer check or re- securely support the vehicle so fork legs and try to move them for- pair it.
EWA10761 WARNING To charge the battery Electrolyte is poisonous and Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- dangerous since it contains sul- tery as soon as possible if it seems to furic acid, which causes severe have discharged. Keep in mind that the...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT battery tends to discharge more quick- is turned to “OFF”, then connect EAU57711 Replacing the fuses ly if the vehicle is equipped with op- the positive lead before con- The main fuse, the ABS motor fuse, tional electrical accessories.
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4. If the fuse immediately blows ward. possibly a fire. again, have a Yamaha dealer [EWA15132] check the electrical system. 6-26...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU63180 Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a halogen bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows. ECA10661 NOTICE Do not touch the glass part of the headlight bulb to keep it free from oil, otherwise the transparency of 1.
6. Install the headlight unit by install- 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket. ing the screws. 5. Install the socket (together with 7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the the bulb) by pushing it in. headlight beam if necessary. 6. Install the headlight unit.
1. Remove the turn signal light lens If the tail/brake light does not come on, by removing the screws. have a Yamaha dealer check it. 1. Turn signal light bulb 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in, and then turn it clock- wise until it stops.
If the license plate light does not come Since this model is not equipped with a each side of the swingarm. on, have a Yamaha dealer check the centerstand, follow these precautions electrical circuit or replace the bulb. when removing the front and rear...
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 compression. 4. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression.
Some models are equipped with matte colored finished parts. Be ble. Rust and corrosion can develop Cleaning sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for even if high-quality components are ECA10773 NOTICE used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un-...
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE off any detergent residue using shield. Test the product on a plenty of water, as it is harmful small hidden part of the wind- Salt sprayed on roads in the winter to plastic parts. shield to make sure that it does may remain well into spring.
Contaminants on the brakes or tires of the presence of ammonia) can cause loss of control. Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- and areas where strong chemi- Make sure that there is no oil or vice on what products to use.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel e. Remove the spark plug caps stabilizer (if available) to prevent from the spark plugs, and then Make any necessary repairs before the fuel tank from rusting and the install the spark plugs and the storing the motorcycle.
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SPECIFICATIONS Rear turn signal light: Parking lighting fuse: 12 V, 21.0 W × 2 15.0 A Auxiliary light: Fuel injection system fuse: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1 10.0 A License plate light: ABS control unit fuse: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1 7.5 A Meter lighting: ABS motor fuse:...
These identification numbers are needed when registering the vehicle with the authorities in your area and when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1. Vehicle identification number 1. Engine serial number The vehicle identification number is The engine serial number is stamped stamped into the steering head pipe.
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CONSUMER INFORMATION The model label is affixed to the frame under the seat. (See page 3-15.) Re- cord the information on this label in the space provided. This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.