User manual YAMAHA V STAR 1100 CLASSIC-2003

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL XVS1100AWR(C) XVS1100ATR(C) LIT-11626-16-46 5KS-28199-10 EAU03438 EAU00002 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha XVS1100AW(C)/XVS1100AT(C). 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. [. . . ] · Lithium-soap-based grease · Check operation. · Lubricate and repair if necessary. · Lithium-soap-based grease · Check operation and for oil leakage. · Check bearing play and steering for smooth operation. · Moderately repack every 16, 000 mi (25, 000 km) or 24 months with lithiumsoap-based grease. · Check bearings for looseness and damage. · Check tire tread wear and for damage. · Check operation and for oil leakage. · Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. · Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary. · Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable. 12 13 * Front fork 14 * Steering bearings Repack. 6 15 16 17 18 19 * * * * * Wheel bearings Wheels Sidestand switch Tires Shock absorber assembly Chassis fasteners 20 * 21 * Throttle grip housing and cable * Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. 6-5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU03907 NOTE: From 24, 000 mi (37, 000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 4, 000 mi (7, 000 km) or 6 months. _ _ EAU04249 NOTE: G The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. G Hydraulic brake service · After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always change the fluid. Regularly check the brake fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required. · Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake fluid. · Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged. _ _ 6 6-6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 1. Bolt EAU00491 Removing and installing the panel 6 The panel shown above needs to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time the panel needs to be removed and installed. Panel A To remove the panel Remove the bolt, and then pull the panel off as shown. To install the panel Place the panel in the original position, and then install the bolt. 6-7 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR NOTE: If any spark plug shows a distinctly different color, the engine could be defective. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, have a Yamaha dealer check the motorcycle. _ _ 1. Spark plug wrench Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine components, which are easy to check. Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode, the spark plugs should be removed and checked in accordance with the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. [. . . ] 6-1 Maintenance record. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Model label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 D Dimmer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 E Engine break-in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Engine oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10 Engine stop switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Engine trouble warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 INDEX Starting a warm engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Start switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]