Yamaha Drag Star XVS1100 Owner's manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
XVS1100
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of a XVS1100, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience in
and newest technology for the design and the manufacture of high-quality products,
which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all your
XVS 1100’s advantages. 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.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help to keep your motorcycle in
the best possible condition. If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to con-
tact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put
safety first!
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS IN-
VOLVED!
WARNING
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the motor-
cycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the motor-
cycle.
NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTE:
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This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing,
there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If there is any
question concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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WARNING
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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING
THIS MOTORCYCLE.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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XVS1100
OWNER’S MANUAL
© 1999 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, June 1999
All rights reserved. Any reprinting or
unauthorized use without the written
permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
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2 DESCRIPTION
2
3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4
5 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5
6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6
7 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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8 SPECIFICATIONS
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9 CONSUMER INFORMATION
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INDEX
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY.................................................1-1
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give safety the right of way
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Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and
freedom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle
does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving your motorcycle’s value and operating
condition. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance
depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of
course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders - more than car drivers - must always be at their mental
and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take
dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and
passengers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant
synthetic materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet.
Optimum protective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Though full-coverage
helmets and suits, in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will
always be vulnerable. Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to
take chances. This is even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely,
predictably and defensively - avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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DESCRIPTION
Left view.............................................................................................2-1
Right view...........................................................................................2-2
Controls/Instruments..........................................................................2-3
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DESCRIPTION
Left view
1.Shift pedal (page 3-6)
2.Fuel cock (page 3-8)
3.Rear shock absorber spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-14)
4.Helmet holder (page 3-11)
5.Storage compartment (page 3-11)
6.Tool kit (page 6-1)
7.Fuses (page 6-25)
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view
8.Oil filter (page 6-9)
9.Battery (page 6-23)
10.Main fuse (page 6-25)
11.Main switch/Steering lock (page 3-1)
12.Air filter (page 6-10)
13.Rear brake pedal (page 3-6)
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls/Instruments
1.Clutch lever (page 3-5)
2.Left handlebar switches (page 3-4)
3.Starter (choke) “ (page 3-9)
4.Speedometer (page 3-3)
5.Fuel tank cap (page 3-7)
6.Right handlebar switches (page 3-5)
7.Throttle grip (page 6-12)
8.Front brake lever (page 3-6)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/Steering lock...................................................................3-1
Indicator lights....................................................................................3-2
Speedometer......................................................................................3-3
Antitheft alarm (optional)....................................................................3-4
Handlebar switches............................................................................3-4
Clutch lever ........................................................................................3-5
Shift pedal ..........................................................................................3-6
Front brake lever.................................................................................3-6
Rear brake pedal................................................................................3-6
Fuel tank cap......................................................................................3-7
Fuel....................................................................................................3-7
Fuel cock............................................................................................3-8
Starter (choke) “ ..........................................................................3-9
Seats................................................................................................3-10
Helmet holder...................................................................................3-11
Storage compartment ......................................................................3-11
Rear shock absorber adjustment .....................................................3-13
Luggage strap holders .....................................................................3-15
Sidestand .........................................................................................3-15
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check..........................................3-16
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/Steering lock
The main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on. The
engine can be started. The key cannot
be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off. The key can be removed in this po-
sition. To lock the steering, turn the
handlebars all the way to the left. While
pushing the key into the main switch,
turn it from “OFF” to “LOCK” and re-
move it. To release the lock, turn the
key to “OFF” while pushing.
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WARNING
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Be
sure the motorcycle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”.
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1. Push
2. Turn
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary light come
on but all other circuits are off. The key
can be removed in this position.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “ ”.
Do not use this position for an extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
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Indicator lights
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1. Oil level indicator light “
This indicator light will come on if the oil
level is low. To check that the oil level
indicator light is working properly:
Turn the main switch to “ON”. If the oil
level indicator light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
electrical circuit.
NOTE:
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Even if the oil is filled to the specified
level, the oil level indicator light may
flicker when riding on a slope or during
sudden acceleration or deceleration,
but this is normal.
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2. Neutral indicator light “
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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3. Turn indicator light “
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
1. Oil level indicator light “
2. Neutral indicator light “
3. Turn indicator light “
4. Engine trouble indicator light “
5. High beam indicator light “
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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4. Engine trouble indicator light
“”
This indicator light will come on or flash
if trouble occurs in a monitoring circuit.
In such a case, take the motorcycle to a
Yamaha dealer to have the self-diag-
nostic systems checked.
To check that the engine trouble indica-
tor light is working properly:
Turn the main switch to “ON”. If the en-
gine trouble indicator light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer in-
spect the electrical circuit.
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5. High beam indicator light “
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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Speedometer
This speedometer is equipped with an
odometer and a trip meter. Pushing the
“TRIP” button will change the display
from one to the other. When set to
“ODO”, it indicates the motorcycle’s to-
tal mileage. When set to “TRIP”, it indi-
cates the motorcycle’s mileage since
the trip meter was last reset. Use the
trip meter to estimate how far you can
ride on a tank of fuel. This information
will enable you to plan fuel stops in the
future.
To reset the trip meter to “0”, push the
“TRIP” button until it displays “TRIP”,
then push it once again and hold it
down for at least one second.
NOTE:
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This motorcycle does not have a ta-
chometer. However, it is equipped with
an engine speed limiter, which pre-
vents the engine speed from exceed-
ing approximately 6,800 r/min and the
vehicle from exceeding a top riding
speed of approximately 175 km/h.
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1. Trip button
2. Odometer/Trip meter
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Antitheft alarm (optional)
An antitheft alarm can be equipped to
this motorcycle. Consult your Yamaha
dealer to obtain and install the alarm.
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Handlebar switches
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1. Pass switch “
Press the switch to operate the passing
light.
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2. Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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3. Horn switch “
Press the switch to sound the horn.
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4. Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push the
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push the switch to “ ”. Once the
switch is released it will return to the
center position. To cancel the signal,
push the switch in after it has returned
to the center position.
1. Pass switch “
2. Dimmer switch
3. Horn switch “
4. Turn signal switch
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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1. Engine stop switch
The engine stop switch is a safety de-
vice for use in an emergency such as
when the motorcycle overturns or if
trouble occurs in the throttle system.
Turn the switch to “ ” to start the en-
gine. In case of emergency, turn the
switch to “ ” to stop the engine.
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2. Lights switch
Turning the light switch to “ ”,
turns on the auxiliary light, meter lights
and taillight. Turning the light switch to
” turns the headlight on also.
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3. Start switch “
The starter motor cranks the engine
when pushing the start switch.
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CAUTION:
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See starting instructions prior to
starting the engine.
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Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located on the left
handlebar, and the ignition circuit cut-
off system is incorporated in the clutch
lever holder. Pull the clutch lever to the
handlebar to disengage the clutch, and
release the lever to engage the clutch.
The lever should be pulled rapidly and
released slowly for smooth clutch oper-
ation. (Refer to the engine starting pro-
cedures for a description of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)
1. Engine stop switch
2. Lights switch
3. Start switch “
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