Yamaha XVS250 Motorcycle User 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
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............3-2
Speedometer unit ...........................3-3
Self-diagnosis device ......................3-3
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...............3-3
Handlebar switches ........................3-4
Clutch lever .....................................3-5
Shift pedal .......................................3-5
Brake lever .....................................3-6
Brake pedal ....................................3-6
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-6
Fuel .................................................3-7
Fuel cock ........................................3-8
Starter (choke) lever .......................3-9
Helmet holder .................................3-9
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies ................................3-10
Sidestand ......................................3-10
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-11
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS..............4-1
Pre-operation check list ..................4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS.................................5-1
Starting a cold engine ....................5-1
Starting a warm engine ..................5-2
Shifting ...........................................5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ...............................5-3
Engine break-in ..............................5-4
Parking ...........................................5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR.................................6-1
Owners tool kit ...............................6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart ..........................6-2
Removing and installing panels .....6-5
Checking the spark plugs ...............6-6
Engine oil and oil filter element ......6-8
Cleaning the air filter element ......6-10
Adjusting the carburetor ...............6-11
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................6-12
Adjusting the throttle cable
free play ....................................6-12
Adjusting the valve clearance ......6-13
Tires .............................................6-13
Spoke wheels ...............................6-15
Adjusting the clutch lever
free play ....................................6-15
Adjusting the brake lever
free play ....................................6-16
Adjusting the brake pedal
position and free play ............... 6-17
Adjusting the rear brake
light switch ................................ 6-18
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ............... 6-19
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-19
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-20
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-21
Lubricating the drive chain ........... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-24
Checking the front fork ................. 6-25
Checking the steering .................. 6-25
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-26
Battery ......................................... 6-26
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-28
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-28
Replacing the tail/brake
light bulb ................................... 6-30
Replacing a turn signal
light bulb ................................... 6-30
Supporting the motorcycle ........... 6-31
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