Haynes Yamaha Xv V Twins Manual

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Tire pressures (cold) (continued)

XV920RH and RJ

Front

Up to 90 kg (198 lbs) load 1.79 Bars (26 psi)

90 to 213 kg (198 to 470 lbs) load 1.93 Bars (28 psi)

High speed riding 1.93 Bars (28 psi)

Rear

Up to 90 kg (198 lbs) 1.93 Bars (28 psi)

90 to 213 kg (198 to 470 lbs) 2.20 bars (32 psi)

High speed riding 2.20 Bars (32 psi)

TR1 (XV1000 chain drive) models

Front

Up to 90 kg (198 lbs) load . 1.79 Bars (26 psi)

90 to 201 kg (198 to 443 lbs) load...

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Cylinder compression pressure (at sea level)

Standard 10.75 Bars (156 psi)

Maximum 11.78 Bars (171 psi)

Minimum . 8.8 Bars (128 psi)

Maximum difference between cylinders 0.96 Bars (14 psi)

Carburetor synchronization

Vacuum at idle speed 180 +/-10 mm Hg (7.09 +/- 0.4 inch Hg)

Maximum vacuum difference between cylinders 10 mm Hg (0.4 inch Hg)

Engine idle speed 950 to 1050 rpm

Cylinder numbering (from rear to front of bike) 1-2

Miscellaneous

Brake...

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1 Yamaha XV Routine maintenance intervals

Routine maintenance intervals

Note: The pre-ride inspection outlined in the owners manual covers

checks and maintenance that should be carried out on a daily basis. Its

condensed and included here to remind you of its importance. Always

perform the pre-ride inspection at every maintenance interval (in

addition to the procedures listed). The intervals listed below are the

shortest intervals recommended by the...

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2.3a Decals at various locations on the

motorcycle include such information as

tire pressures ... 
2.3b ... special precautions for air-

adjustable front forks ... 
2.3c ... and drive chain

service procedures

3.3a Check the oil level in the window (this is an XV535)...

2 Introduction to tune-up and routine maintenance

Refer to illustrations 2.3a, 2.3b and 2.3c

This Chapter covers in detail the checks and procedures

necessary for the tune-up and...

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3.4a Remove the filler plug (arrow)...

3.4b ... and add oil to bring up the level in

the window 
3.7 Brake fluid should be above the

Lower line in the window

3.9 To add fluid, remove the cover

screws (arrows) and lift off the cover

and diaphragm 
4.4a Unclip the fuel hoses and move

them aside ... 
4.4b ... then remove the securing strap

and lift off the battery cover

4 If the level is below the Minimum mark, remove the oil filler cap

from the...

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4.5a Pull back the plastic caps (arrows)

and undo the terminal screws (negative

first, then positive) 
4.5b Lift the battery out

4.5c The electrolyte level should be

between the marks on the battery case

4.8 Check the specific gravity with a hydrometer

5.2 The caliper on chain drive models has a pad

inspection window

illustration). Remove the battery securing strap if you havent already

done so and pull the battery straight up to remove it (see...

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5.3 If the raised corner of the pad

backing metal (arrow) is close to the

disc, the pad is worn and the full set of

pads must be replaced (pad removed

for clarity) 
5.6 If the pointer is near the end of its

travel with the brake pedal depressed,

replace the shoes 
6.6a Hold the switch so it wont rotate

and rotate the nut (arrow) (this

is an XV535)...

6.6b ... and this is an XV1100 (700 through 1000 models similar)
3 On models so equipped, remove...

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7.2 Loosen the locknut and turn the

screw to change brake lever freeplay 
7.4a Loosen the locknut and turn the bolt

to change brake pedal freeplay (this is

an XV920)... 
7.4b ... and this is an XV1100 (other

models similar)

8.4 Check tire pressures with an accurate gauge 
9.3 Loosen the lockwheel (A) and turn the adjuster (B) to change

freeplay (dual-cable model shown)

8 Tires/wheels - general check

Refer to illustration 8.4

Routine tire and...

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9.9 Loosen the locknuts and adjust the accelerator and

decelerator cables

1 Accelerator cable

2 Decelerator cable 
3 Locknuts

4 Throttle pulley 
10.3 Normal clutch cable adjustments are made at the handlebar

- loosen the clutch cable lockwheel (left arrow) and turn the

adjuster (right arrow); tighten the lockwheel after adjustment

10.5 The XV535 clutch cable can be adjusted at the bracket on

the side of the engine
6 If youre working on an XV535...

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10.8 The XV700 through 1100 can be

adjusted with a screw on the side of

the engine 
11.3 Look through the viewing hole to

measure chain slack 
11.8 Remove the cotter pin and loosen

the axle nut; the vertical lines in the

frame below the nut are used for

chain adjustment

11.9 Loosen and hold the locknut and turn the adjusting bolt to

adjust chain slack

All models

9 Recheck freeplay at the clutch lever and make further

adjustments (if necessary)...