Table Of Contents - Yamaha MidnightStar XV1900A Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ............3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-5
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-10
Handlebar switches ......................3-10
Clutch lever ...................................3-12
Shift pedal .....................................3-12
Brake lever ...................................3-12
Brake pedal ..................................3-13
Fuel tank cap ................................3-13
Fuel ...............................................3-14
Fuel tank breather hose ................3-15
Catalytic converter ........................3-15
Rider seat .....................................3-15
Helmet holder ...............................3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-17
EXUP system ...............................3-19
Sidestand ......................................3-19
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-20
Auxiliary DC connector .................3-22
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
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR ................................. 6-1
Owner's tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-2
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-6
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-7
Transfer case oil ........................... 6-10
Air filter element ........................... 6-11
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-11
Valve clearance ............................ 6-11
Tires ............................................. 6-12
Cast wheels .................................. 6-14
Clutch lever .................................. 6-14
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ........................................ 6-14
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-15
Checking the brake and clutch
fluid levels ................................. 6-15
Changing the brake and clutch
fluids ......................................... 6-17
Drive belt slack ............................ 6-17
Checking and lubricating
the cables ................................. 6-18
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 6-18
Checking and lubricating
the brake and shift pedals ........ 6-18
Checking and lubricating
the brake and clutch levers ...... 6-19
Checking and lubricating
the sidestand ............................ 6-20
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-20
Checking the front fork ................. 6-20
Checking the steering .................. 6-21
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-22
Battery ......................................... 6-22
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-23
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-25
Tail/brake light ............................. 6-28
Replacing a turn signal
light bulb ................................... 6-28
License plate light ........................ 6-28
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb ........................................... 6-29
Supporting the motorcycle ........... 6-29
Troubleshooting ........................... 6-30
Troubleshooting chart .................. 6-31