2005 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1100 Classic Owners Manual - Page 7
2005 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1100 Classic Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ...1-1 Location of important labels ...1-5 DESCRIPTION ...2-1 Left view ...2-1 Right view ...2-2 Controls and instruments ...2-3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...3-1 Main switch/steering lock ...3-1 Indicator and warning lights ...3-2 Speedometer unit ...3-3 Handlebar switches ...3-3 Clutch lever ...3-4 Shift pedal ...3-5 Brake lever ...3-5 Brake pedal ...3-5 Fuel tank cap ...3-6 Fuel ...3-6 Catalytic converter (for California only) ...3-7 Fuel cock ...3-8 Starter (choke) lever ...3-9 Seats ...3-9 Helmet holder ...3-10 Storage compartment ...3-10 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ...3-11 Luggage strap holders ...3-13 Sidestand ...3-13 Ignition circuit cut-off system ...3-14 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...4-1 Pre-operation check list ...4-2 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS ...5-1 Starting and warming up a cold engine ...5-1 Starting a warm engine ...5-2 Shifting ...5-3 Engine break-in ...5-4 Parking ...5-5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR ...6-1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ...6-1 Owner's tool kit ...6-1 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ...6-3 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...6-4 Removing and installing the panel ...6-8 Checking the spark plugs ...6-8 Canister (for California only) ...6-10 Engine oil ...6-10 Final gear oil ...6-12 Cleaning the air filter element ...6-13 Adjusting the carburetors ...6-14 Adjusting the throttle cable free play ...6-15 Adjusting the valve clearance ...6-15 Tires ...6-15 Cast wheels ...6-17 Accessories and replacement parts ...6-18 Adjusting the clutch lever free play ...6-19 Adjusting the brake lever free play ...6-19 Adjusting the rear brake light switch ...6-20 Checking the front and rear brake pads ...6-21 Checking the brake fluid level ...6-21 Changing the brake fluid ...6-22 Checking and lubricating the cables ...6-23 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ...6-23 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals ...6-23 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ...6-24 Checking and lubricating the sidestand ...6-24 Lubricating the rear suspension ...6-25 Checking the front fork ...6-25 Checking the steering ...6-26 Checking the wheel bearings ...6-26