Yamaha Virago XV535 User Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Troubleshooting chart
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WARNING
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Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.
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Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.
1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
Operate the electric starter.
2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.
3. Ignition
Wet
Dry
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Open throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
Operate the electric starter.
4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.
Check the electrolyte and battery
lead connections, and charge the
battery if necessary.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compressoin.
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Yamaha Virago XV535 Specifications

General

Displacement	535 cc
Compression ratio	9.0:1
Fuel system	Carburetor
Ignition system	CDI
Transmission	5-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Dual shocks
Front brakes	Single disc
Rear brakes	Drum
Front tire	3.00-19
Rear tire	140/90-15
Engine type	Air-cooled, 4-stroke, V-twin
Bore x Stroke	76 mm x 59 mm
Fuel capacity	13.5 liters
Wheelbase	1, 520 mm