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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL XV1900AE 5C5-28199-28...
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EAU46091 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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EAU10103 Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the XV1900AE, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
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 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT EXUP system ........4-19 Tires ..........7-13 LABELS ..........1-1 Sidestand ........4-19 Cast wheels ........7-15 Ignition circuit cut-off system ..4-20 Clutch lever........7-16 SAFETY INFORMATION ....2-1 Auxiliary DC connector ....4-22 Checking the brake lever free play..........
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Replacing a turn signal light bulb ..........7-30 License plate light ......7-30 Replacing an auxiliary light bulb..7-30 Supporting the motorcycle....7-31 Troubleshooting ......7-32 Troubleshooting chart ....7-33 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ..........8-1 Matte color caution ......8-1 Care ..........8-1 Storage ..........8-3 SPECIFICATIONS......9-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION..10-1 Identification numbers....10-1...
Read and understand all 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 off, a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer.
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS STATIONARY NOISE TEST INFORMATION TESTED 92 dB(A) 3563 r/min SILENCING SYSTEM : YAMAHA IDENTIFICATION : 5C4 5C5-2118G-10 Use PREMIUM unleaded gasoline with min. 95 octane(RON). Cold tire normal pressure should be set 2S3-2817K-00 as follows. 2.80 2.80...
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 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 •...
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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 EAU10473 EAU36871 Main switch/steering lock keys away from the main switch All electrical circuits are supplied with as they may cause signal inter- power, the meter lighting, taillight, li- ference. cense plate light and auxiliary lights come on, and the engine can be start- ed.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To unlock the steering EAU10685 ECA11021 LOCK NOTICE The steering is locked, and all electrical Do not use the parking position for systems are off. The key can be re- an extended length of time, other- moved.
If this oc- light can be checked by turning the key 6. Engine trouble warning light “ ” curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the to “ON”. The warning light should 7. Fuel level warning light “ ”...
an odometer initially when the key is turned to “ON”, two tripmeters (which show the or if the warning light remains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical distance traveled since they were circuit. last set to zero) ...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Tachometer Fuel gauge 1. Reset switch 1. Tachometer 1. Fuel gauge Speedometer 2. Tachometer red zone The fuel gauge indicates the amount of The electric tachometer allows the rid- fuel in the fuel tank. The needle moves er to monitor the engine speed and towards “E”...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS If the fuel level warning light comes on To set the clock (see page 4-4), the odometer display After refueling, the fuel gauge does not will automatically change to the fuel re- indicate the correct fuel level unless serve tripmeter mode “F-TRIP”...
If a problem is detected in the immobi- key and both standard keys to a lizer system circuits, the immobilizer Yamaha dealer and have the stan- system indicator light will flash, and the dard keys re-registered. display will indicate an error code.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS the multi-function meter unit panel 4. Adjust the multi-function meter (item number “1”) unit panel brightness level by the LCD (item number “2”) pushing the reset switch. the speedometer, tachometer, 5. Push the “SELECT” switch to se- and the fuel gauge needles (item lect the LCD.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Right ter position. To cancel the turn signal EAU1234F Handlebar switches lights, push the switch in after it has re- turned to the center position. Left EAU12501 Horn switch “ ” Press this switch to sound the horn. EAU12661 Engine stop switch “...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12734 EAU12821 EAU12882 Hazard switch “ ” Clutch lever Shift pedal With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi- tion, use this switch to turn on the haz- ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all turn signal lights).
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12892 EAU12942 EAU13123 Brake lever Brake pedal Fuel tank cap 1. Brake lever 1. Brake pedal 1. Fuel tank cap lock cover 2. “ ” mark The brake lever is located on the right The brake pedal is on the right side of 3.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to EAU13213 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.
Your Yamaha engine has been de- Make sure that the fuel tank signed to use premium unleaded gas- breather/overflow hose is routed oline with a research octane number of through the clamp.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13434 ECA10702 EAU34043 Catalytic converter Rider seat NOTICE This model is equipped with a catalytic Use only unleaded gasoline. The use converter in the exhaust system. To remove the rider seat of leaded gasoline will cause unre- 1.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU38343 Helmet holder 1. Projection 1. Helmet holding cable 2. Seat holder 2. Helmet 1. Helmet holder 2. Push the front of the seat down to 3. Place the helmet on the left side of 2. Helmet holding cable lock it in place.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To release the helmet from the hel- preload and thereby soften the EAU38406 Adjusting the shock absorber met holder suspension, turn the adjusting nut assembly Remove the rider seat, remove the hel- in direction (b). This shock absorber assembly is ...
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2. Extension bar worn-out shock absorber as- the locknut to the specified sembly yourself. Take the shock torque. [ECA10122] absorber assembly to a Yamaha dealer for any service. Tightening torque: Locknut: 30 Nm (3.0 m·kgf, 22 ft·lbf) EWA10222 WARNING...
EAU15283 EAU15306 EXUP system Sidestand Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not This model is equipped with Yamaha’s The sidestand is located on the left function properly. EXUP (EXhaust Ultimate Power valve) side of the frame. Raise the sidestand system.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU44893 Ignition circuit cut-off system The ignition circuit cut-off system (comprising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the following functions. It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is up, but the clutch le- ver is not pulled.
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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 engine stop switch is set to “ ”. dealer check the system before riding.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS A 12-V accessory connected to the EAU38355 Auxiliary DC connector auxiliary DC connector under the rider EWA12532 seat can be used when the key is in the WARNING “ON” position. To prevent electrical shock or short- circuiting, make sure that the cap is installed when the auxiliary DC con- nector is not being used.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. Transfer case oil • Check vehicle for oil leakage. 7-12 • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Front brake • Replace if necessary. 7-17, 7-18 •...
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 7-13, 7-21 • 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 7-20 •...
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Check operation. Instruments, lights, signals — and switches • Correct if necessary. • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. Sidestand switch 4-19 • 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- with the engine off, and do not cator light should come on. If not, tow the motorcycle for long dis- ask a Yamaha dealer to check the tances. The transmission is electrical circuit. properly lubricated only when 3.
(e.g., in traffic jams, at traf- Yamaha dealer check the vehi- must be avoided. fic lights or at railroad crossings). cle. EAU17114 0–1000 km (0–600 mi)
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.
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 EAU1770G 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) √ 1 * 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 belt condition. • Replace if damaged. 11 * Drive belt •...
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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) √ √ √ √ Rear suspension re- •...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU36773 Air filter • This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it. • The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. ...
Before installing a spark plug, the Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- spark plug gap should be measured If a torque wrench is not available its will cause any spark plug to slowly...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT completely cooled down, and then EAU3836C Engine oil and oil filter car- warmed up again for several minutes tridge to normal operating temperature. The engine oil level should be checked 4. Wait a few minutes until the oil set- before each ride.
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An oil filter wrench is available at a gasket to drain the oil from the oil Yamaha dealer. tank. 9. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 12. Pour only 2.5 L (2.6 US qt, 2.2 Imp.qt) of the specified amount of recommended engine oil through the filler hole, insert the dipstick, and then tighten the oil filler cap. 13. Start the engine, rev it several times, and then turn it off.
“CD” or oils of a high- changed by a Yamaha dealer at the in- er quality than specified. In tervals specified in the periodic main- addition, do not use oils labeled tenance and lubrication chart.
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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Up to 90 kg (198 lb) load: EWA10472 Front: WARNING 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi) Have a Yamaha dealer replace Rear: excessively worn tires. Besides 280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi) 90 kg (198 lb) to maximum load: being illegal, operating the vehi- 1.
After extensive tests, only the tires list- dling characteristics, and a short- ed below have been approved for this ened tire life. model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 7-15...
If there 1. No brake lever free play is air in the hydraulic system, have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system be- There should be no free play at the fore operating the motorcycle.
EAU22274 EAU22393 Brake light switches Checking the front and rear peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace brake pads the brake pads as a set. The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals spec-...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Rear brake EAU38632 Specified brake and clutch fluid: Checking the brake and DOT 4 brake fluid clutch fluid levels Before riding, check that the brake and EWA16001 WARNING clutch fluids are above the minimum level marks. Check the brake and Improper maintenance can result in clutch fluid levels with the tops of the loss of braking ability or clutch oper-...
The drive belt slack should be checked sult in vapor lock. and adjusted at the intervals specified Have a Yamaha dealer change the ECA17641 in the periodic maintenance and lubri- brake and clutch fluids at the intervals NOTICE cation chart.
Yamaha dealer. cated if necessary. If a cable is damaged or does not move smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- place it. WARNING! Damage to the outer housing of cables may result in internal rusting and cause inter- ference with cable movement.
In pedals should be checked before each addition, the cable should be lubricat- ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu- ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals bricated if necessary. specified in the periodic maintenance Brake pedal chart.
EWA10732 Clutch lever WARNING If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. Otherwise, the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, re- sulting in a possible loss of control.
The pivoting points of the rear suspen- face and hold it in an upright posi- fork does not operate smoothly, sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- dealer at the intervals specified in the securely support the vehicle so pair it.
To charge the battery Electrolyte is poisonous and charge it if necessary. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- 3. Fully charge the battery before in- dangerous since it contains sul- stallation. NOTICE: When install-...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT is turned to “OFF”, then connect EAU38374 Replacing the fuses the positive lead before con- The main fuse, the fuel injection sys- necting the negative lead. [ECA16841] tem fuse, and the fuse box, which con- 4. After installation, make sure that tains the fuses for the individual the battery leads are properly con- circuits, are located under the rider...
NOTICE 4. If the fuse immediately blows Take care not to damage the follow- again, have a Yamaha dealer 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb. check the electrical system. ing parts: ...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb. 1. Coupler 1. Headlight bulb holder cover 3. Remove the headlight unit by re- 2. Disconnect the headlight coupler, Removing the headlight unit moving the screws. and then unhook the headlight 1.
3. Install the headlight body cover by installing the bolts. To replace the low beam headlight 4. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the bulb headlight beam if necessary. 1. Disconnect the headlight coupler, and then remove the burnt-out bulb by turning it counterclock- wise.
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb If the license plate light does not come bulb on, have a Yamaha dealer check the 1. Remove the turn signal light lens This model is equipped with two auxil- electrical circuit or replace the bulb.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT a jack either under each side of the EAU24351 Supporting the motorcycle frame in front of the rear wheel or under Since this model is not equipped with a each side of the swingarm. centerstand, follow these precautions when removing the front and rear wheel or performing other mainte- nance requiring the motorcycle to...
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.
Record the vehicle identification num- ber and model label information in the spaces provided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1. Vehicle identification number 1.
CONSUMER INFORMATION EAU26571 Motorcycle noise regulation (for Australia) TAMPERING WITH NOISE CON- TROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: Owners are warned that the law may prohibit: a. The removal or rendering inopera- tive by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the pur-...
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INDEX Fuel ............4-13 Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..6-3 Air filter element........7-12 Parking............ 6-4 Fuel level warning light......4-4 Auxiliary DC connector......4-22 Part locations.......... 3-1 Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ..4-14 Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ....7-30 Fuel tank cap........
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INDEX Valve clearance........7-13 Vehicle identification number ....10-1 Wheel bearings, checking.....7-24 Wheels ..........7-15...
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