Adjusting The Carburetors - Yamaha V-Star XVS1100R Owner's Manual

3. Lightly tap the air filter element to
remove most of the dust and dirt,
and then blow the remaining dirt
out with compressed air as shown.
If the air filter element is damaged,
replace it.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
1. Air filter element
2. Projection (× 3)
3. Slot (× 3)
4. Insert the air filter element into the
air filter case as shown.
CAUTION:
_
G Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
G
The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
pistons and/or cylinders may
become excessively worn.
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5. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
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Adjusting the carburetors

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 dealer, who has the neces-
sary professional knowledge and expe-
rience.
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