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• 2013 Yamaha 950 V Star

2013 Yamaha 950 V Star

OWNER’S MANUAL XVS950A 26P-28199-E3. Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Company: YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. Address: 1450-6, Mori, Mori-Machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-Ken, 437-0292 Japan Hereby declare that the product.

Yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your XVS950A. 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. IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10132 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10200 XVS950A OWNER’S MANUAL ©2011 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 1st edition, April 2011 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

Is expressly prohibited. Printed in Japan. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION.1-1 FOR YOUR SAFETY – Adjusting the brake lever free PRE-OPERATION CHECKS. 6-16 DESCRIPTION.2-1 Brake light switches. 6-17 Left view.2-1 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT Checking the front and rear brake Right view.2-2 RIDING POINTS. TABLE OF CONTENTS Replacing a license plate light bulb.6-30 Replacing an auxiliary light bulb.6-31 Supporting the motorcycle.6-32 Troubleshooting.6-33 Troubleshooting chart.6-34 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE.7-1 Matte color caution.7-1 Care.7-1 Storage.7-3 SPECIFICATIONS.8-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION.9-1 Identification numbers.9-1. SAFETY INFORMATION EAU10289 Safe Riding.

Ride where other motorists can Perform the pre-operation checks each see you. Avoid riding in another time you use the vehicle to make sure it motorist’s blind spot. Be a Responsible Owner is in safe operating condition. Failure to Many accidents involve inexperi- As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- inspect or maintain the vehicle properly.

SAFETY INFORMATION due to excessive speed or under- This motorcycle is designed for on- A passenger should also observe cornering (insufficient lean angle road use only. It is not suitable for the above precautions. For the speed).

Off-road use. Always obey the speed limit and Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning never travel faster than warrant- Protective Apparel. Yamaha accessories, which are avail- of the motorcycle is changed.

To avoid to minimize imbalance or instabili- able only from a Yamaha dealer, have the possibility of an accident, use ex- been designed, tested, and approved treme caution when adding cargo or Shifting weights can create a sud- by Yamaha for use on your vehicle. Accessories fitted to the handle- Use caution when adding electri- genuine Yamaha accessories, recog- bar or the front fork area can cal accessories. If electrical acces- nize that some aftermarket accessories. SAFETY INFORMATION Check that the fuel cock (if equipped) is in the “OFF” position and that there are no fuel leaks. Point the front wheel straight ahead on the trailer or in the truck bed, and choke it in a rail to pre- vent movement.

DESCRIPTION EAU10410 Left view 2,3,4 5 1. Headlight (page 6-28) 9. Shift pedal (page 3-10) 2.

Main fuse (page 6-26) 10.Engine oil filler cap (page 6-9) 3. Fuse box (page 6-26) 4. Fuel injection system fuse (page 6-26) 5. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2) 6. DESCRIPTION EAU10420 Right view 1. License plate light (page 6-30) 9. Rear brake light switch (page 6-17) 2.

Tail/brake light (page 6-29) 10.Brake pedal (page 3-11) 3. Battery (page 6-25) 4. Seat lock (page 3-14) 5.

Air filter element (page 6-12) 6. DESCRIPTION EAU10430 Controls and instruments 1. Clutch lever (page 3-10) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-8) 3.

Multi-function meter unit (page 3-5) 4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2) 5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-18) 6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-8) 7. Do not expose any key to exces- a Yamaha dealer to have them re-reg- sively high temperatures. Do not use the key with the red Do not place any key close to bow for driving.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Keep other immobilizer system EAU10472 EAU48420 Main switch/steering lock keys away from the main switch All electrical circuits are supplied with as they may cause signal inter- power; the meter lighting, taillight, li- ference. Cense plate lights and auxiliary light come on, and the engine can be start- ed. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10683 To unlock the steering ECA11020 LOCK NOTICE The steering is locked, and all electrical Do not use the parking position for systems are off. The key can be re- an extended length of time, other- moved. The oil level warning high beam of the headlight is switched light will flash ten times, then go off for 2.5 seconds.

If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the EAU11254 Oil level warning light “ ” vehicle. The electrical circuit of the indicator then go off for 3.0 seconds. If this oc- light can be checked by turning the key curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the to “ON”. The indicator light should vehicle. Come on for a few seconds, and then go off. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS two tripmeters (which show the Speedometer Odometer, tripmeters, fuel reserve distance traveled since they were tripmeter and clock last set to zero) a fuel reserve tripmeter (which shows the distance traveled on the fuel reserve) a clock a self-diagnosis device a brightness control mode 1. To reset a tripmeter, select it by push- 4.

Push the “RESET” switch to set code number, and then have a Yamaha ing the “SELECT” switch, and then the minutes. Dealer check the vehicle. To set the brightness key and both standard keys to a 1. Turn the key to “OFF”. Prentice hall earth science student study guide. Yamaha dealer and have the stan- 2. Push and hold the “SELECT” dard keys re-registered. Turn the key to “ON”, and then re.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Right position. To cancel the turn signal EAU12733 Hazard switch “ ” lights, push the switch in after it has re- With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi- turned to the center position. Tion, use this switch to turn on the haz- ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all EAU12500. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU42535 EAU12820 EAU12881 “RESET” switch Clutch lever Shift pedal This switch is used to reset the tripme- ters, to set the clock and to set the brightness control mode of the multi- function meter unit. See “Multi-function meter unit” on page 3-5 for detailed information. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12890 EAU12941 EAU13122 Brake lever Brake pedal Fuel tank cap 1. Brake lever 1.

Brake pedal 1. Fuel tank cap lock cover 2.

“ ” mark The brake lever is located at the right The brake pedal is on the right side of 3. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to EAU13221 Fuel the original position, remove it, and Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in then close the lock cover.

EWA10881 WARNING The fuel tank cap cannot be installed unless the key is in the lock. Your Yamaha engine has been de- signed to use regular unleaded gaso- line with a research octane number of 91 or higher.

If knocking (or pinging) oc. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13433 ECA10701 EAU42751 Catalytic converter Rider seat NOTICE This model is equipped with a catalytic Use only unleaded gasoline. The use converter in the exhaust system. To remove the rider seat of leaded gasoline will cause unre- 1. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU14324 To release the helmet from the hel- Helmet holder met holder Remove the rider seat, remove the hel- met from the helmet holder, and then install the seat.

Projection 2. Rider seat holder 1. Helmet holder 2. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU48381 ECA10101 Adjusting the shock absorber NOTICE assembly To avoid damaging the mechanism, do not attempt to turn beyond the 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 maximum or minimum settings.

Adjust the spring preload as follows. EAU15305 this system regularly and have a Sidestand open the cylinder assembly. Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not The sidestand is located on the left side Do not subject the shock ab- function properly. Of the frame.

Raise the sidestand. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU44892 Ignition circuit cut-off system The ignition circuit cut-off system (com- prising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the fol- lowing functions. It prevents starting when the trans- mission is in gear and the side- stand is up, but the clutch lever is not pulled.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS WARNING With the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”. Dealer check the system before riding. If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. Check vehicle for oil leakage.

Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. Check lever free play. Adjust if necessary.

Front brake. Make sure that operation is smooth. Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 6-13, 6-21. If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate cable and grip housing.

Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 6-21. FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ITEM CHECKS PAGE. Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. Sidestand switch 3-17. If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle. Yamaha dealer.

The transmission is in the neutral gine in case of a turnover. In this position.

The neutral indicator with the engine off, and do not light should come on. If not, ask a tow the motorcycle for long dis- Yamaha dealer to check the elec- tances. The transmission is trical circuit. Properly lubricated only when 3. Since the engine is brand new, do not gine speeds during acceleration.

Immediately have a Yamaha dealer put an excessive load on it for the first Do not rev the engine while shifting check the vehicle. OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU17213 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10311 WARNING Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned. – possibly leading to pending on the weather, terrain, geo- that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha death. See page 1-2 for more in- graphical location, and individual use, dealers are trained and equipped to. If you do not have the tools or experi- ence required for a particular job, have a Yamaha dealer perform it for you.

From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi). Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU1770C General maintenance and lubrication chart ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) √ Air filter element. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi).

Check operation and for exces- √ √. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi). Check operation and for oil leak- √. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18680 Air filter.

This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it. The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. Hydraulic brake service. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, have To remove the panel a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Remove the bolt, and then pull the pan- If a spark plug shows signs of electrode el off as shown.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Before installing a spark plug, the spark EAU47112 Engine oil and oil filter car- plug gap should be measured with a If a torque wrench is not available when tridge wire thickness gauge and, if necessary, installing a spark plug, a good estimate The engine oil level should be checked adjusted to specification. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 5. If the engine oil is at or below the minimum level mark, add sufficient The engine oil should be between the oil of the recommended type to minimum and maximum level marks.

Raise it to the correct level. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Recommended engine oil: See page 8-1. An oil filter wrench is available at a Oil quantity: Yamaha dealer. Without oil filter cartridge replace- ment: 5. Apply a thin coat of clean engine 3.70 L (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp.qt). The engine should never off and have a Yamaha dealer check be operated without the air filter the vehicle. Element installed, otherwise the 10.

To prevent this cle, note the following points regarding from occurring, the valve clearance the specified tires. Must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic Tire air pressure maintenance and lubrication chart. The tires must be checked before each go and accessories model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. If the center tread depth reaches EWA10511 the specified limit, if the tire has a nail. If any The replacement of all wheel damage is found, have a Yamaha and brake-related parts, includ- dealer replace the wheel. Do not ing the tires, should be left to a. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT decrease the clutch lever free play, decrease the clutch lever free play, EAU22093 Adjusting the brake lever free turn the adjusting bolt in direction turn the adjusting nut in direction play (b).

Tighten the locknut at the clutch cable, and then slide the rubber If the specified clutch lever free play covers to their original positions. Front brake pads presence of air in the hydraulic system. If there is air in the hy- draulic system, have a Yamaha 1. Rear brake light switch dealer bleed the system before 2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut operating the motorcycle. EAU22581 Rear brake Checking the brake fluid level peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace Before riding, check that the brake fluid the brake pads as a set.

Is above the minimum level mark. Check the brake fluid level with the top. EAU22731 Changing the brake fluid id; otherwise, the rubber seals Yamaha dealer check the cause before Have a Yamaha dealer change the may deteriorate, causing leak- further riding. Brake fluid at the intervals specified in age. If the drive belt slack is incorrect, Drive belt slack with a force of 45 N (4.5 kgf, 10 lbf) have a Yamaha dealer adjust it. The drive belt slack should be checked applied to the belt with a belt ten- and adjusted at the intervals specified sion gauge as shown. Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci- ed if necessary.

If a cable is damaged fied in the periodic maintenance chart. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU23142 Recommended lubricant: Recommended lubricants: Checking and lubricating the Lithium-soap-based grease Brake lever: brake and clutch levers Silicone grease Clutch lever: Brake lever Lithium-soap-based grease Clutch lever The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride, and the lever pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary. The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- The pivoting points of the rear suspen- be checked before each ride, and the ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal specified in the periodic maintenance.

To avoid injury, of it falling over. Have a Yamaha dealer check or re- EWA10751 securely support the vehicle so 2. Hold the lower ends of the front pair it. EWA10760 WARNING To charge the battery Electrolyte is poisonous and Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- dangerous since it contains sul- tery as soon as possible if it seems to furic acid, which causes severe have discharged. Keep in mind that the burns. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT battery tends to discharge more quickly is turned to “OFF”, then con- EAU47134 Replacing the fuses if the vehicle is equipped with optional nect the positive lead before The main fuse, the fuel injection system electrical accessories.

Connecting the negative lead. If the fuse immediately blows amperage. Do not To access the fuel injection system again, have a Yamaha dealer fuse, remove the starter relay cover by use a fuse of a higher amperage check the electrical system.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU48512 Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a halogen bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows. ECA10650 NOTICE Take care not to damage the follow- ing parts: Headlight bulb 1. “TOP” mark pushing it in and turning it counter- the lens may break. ECA10681 clockwise. Install the headlight unit by install- ing the screws.

Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU24212 EAU24324 Replacing a turn signal light Replacing a license plate light bulb bulb 1. Remove the turn signal lens by re- 1.

Remove the license plate light unit moving the screws. By removing the nuts, washers and rubber dampers. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 6. Install the license plate light unit by EAU45224 Replacing an auxiliary light installing the rubber dampers, bulb washers and the nuts. If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re- place it as follows. Remove the headlight unit.

(See page 6-28.) 2. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU24350 a jack either under each side of the Supporting the motorcycle frame in front of the rear wheel or under Since this model is not equipped with a each side of the swingarm. Centerstand, follow these precautions when removing the front and rear wheel or performing other maintenance requiring the motorcycle to stand up. However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and know-how to service the motorcycle properly. Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.

Check the battery. Battery The engine turns over The battery is good. Rust and corrosion can develop matte colored finished parts. Be Cleaning even if high-quality components are sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for ECA10772 advice on what products to use be- used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- NOTICE fore cleaning the vehicle. MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE off any detergent residue using Test the product on a small hid- plenty of water, as it is harmful den part of the windshield to Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may to plastic parts. Make sure that it does not leave remain well into spring.

Contaminants on the brakes or tires of the presence of ammonia) can cause loss of control. Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- and areas where strong chemi- Make sure that there is no oil or vice on what products to use.

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel e. Remove the spark plug caps stabilizer (if available) to prevent from the spark plugs, and then Make any necessary repairs before the fuel tank from rusting and the install the spark plugs and the storing the motorcycle. SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Engine oil: Fuel reserve amount: 3.4 L (0.90 US gal, 0.75 Imp.gal) Overall length: Recommended brand: Fuel injection: 2435 mm (95.9 in) YAMALUBE Overall width: Type: Throttle body: 1000 mm (39.4 in) SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, ID mark: Overall height: 20W-40 or 20W-50 5S71 00.

SPECIFICATIONS 5th: Tire air pressure (measured on cold Operation: 1.042 (25/24) Right foot operation tires): Chassis: Specified brake fluid: Loading condition: DOT 4 Frame type: 0–90 kg (0–198 lb) Front suspension: Double cradle Front: Caster angle: Type: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi) 32.16 °. SPECIFICATIONS Tail/brake light: Ignition fuse: 12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1 15.0 A Front turn signal light: Parking lighting fuse: 12 V, 21.0 W × 2 10.0 A Rear turn signal light: Fuel injection system fuse: 12 V, 21.0 W × 2 10.0 A Auxiliary light: Backup fuse. Record the vehicle identification num- ber and model label information in the spaces provided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1.

Vehicle identification number 1. INDEX Fuel level warning light.3-4 Pass switch.3-9 Fuel tank breather/overflow hose.3-13 Air filter element, replacing.6-12 Fuel tank cap.3-11 Auxiliary light bulb, replacing.6-31 Rear suspension, lubricating.6-23 Fuses, replacing.6-26 RESET switch.

INDEX Valve clearance.6-13 Vehicle identification number.9-1 Wheel bearings, checking.6-25 Wheels.6-15. PRINTED IN JAPAN PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER 2011.06-0.3×1 CR.

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