User manual YAMAHA ROAD STAR MIDNIGHT-2006

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL XV17AV(C) XV17AWV(C) XV17AMV(C) XV17ATV(C) XV17ATMV(C) LIT-11626-19-45 5VN-28199-12 EAU10041 INTRODUCTION EAU10080 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha Road StarTM. This model is the result of Yamaha's vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields. This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. [. . . ] NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is positioned straight up when checking the oil level. A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading. Start the engine, warm it up until the engine oil has reached a normal temperature of 60 °C (140 °F), let it continue to idle for ten seconds, and then turn the engine off. NOTE: To achieve the proper engine oil temperature for an accurate oil level reading, the engine must have first completely cooled down, and then warmed up again for several minutes to normal operating temperature. Wait a few minutes until the oil settles, remove the oil filler cap, wipe the dipstick clean, insert it back into the oil filler hole (without screwing it in), and then remove it again to check the oil level. NOTE: The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks. 6 This model is equipped with a canister to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor into the atmosphere. Before operating this vehicle, make sure to check the following: G Check each hose connection. G Check each hose and canister for cracks or damage. G Make sure that the canister breather is not blocked, and if necessary, clean it. 1. Engine oil filler cap 6-10 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR ECA10900 CAUTION: Make sure that the oil filler cap is securely tightened, otherwise oil may seep out when the engine is running. To change the engine oil (with or without oil filter cartridge replacement) 1. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. Place an oil pan under the oil tank to collect the used oil. Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the oil tank. 1. If the engine oil is at or below the minimum level mark, add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level. NOTE: When adding oil, be careful not to overfill the engine oil tank; the oil level rises faster starting from the half level portion on the dipstick. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole, and then tighten the oil filler cap. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil. Remove the engine oil drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase. Engine oil drain bolt (crankcase) 6-11 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR NOTE: Skip steps 7­9 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced. Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench. 1. Torque wrench NOTE: Make sure that the O-ring is properly seated. Oil filter cartridge Tightening torque: Oil filter cartridge: 17 Nm (1. 7 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf) NOTE: An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer. [. . . ] 9-4 T Tail/brake light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-37 Throttle cable free play, checking . . . . . . . . . 6-17 Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29 F Front and rear brake pads, checking . . . . [. . . ]