1979 Yamaha XS650SF Motorcycle Owners Manual

Description

This 1979 Yamaha XS650SF Factory Owners Manual is a high quality reproduction of the original out of print manual that originally came with your 1979 Yamaha XS650SF motorcycle when it was new. Useful for maintaining your vehicle.

This manual includes the following chapters:

DESCRIPTION

MACHINE IDENTIFICATION

CONTROL FUNCTIONS

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

CLEANING AND STORAGE

MISCELLANEOUS

SPECIFICATIONS

WARRANTY INFORMATION

MAINTENANCE RECORD

WIRING DIAGRAM

Some of the useful specifications included in this rare book are:

Dimension: Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Minimum road clearance Weight: Net Performance: Minimum turning radius Climbing capacity Engine: Type Engine model Cylinder Displacement Bore x stroke Compression ratio Starting system Ignition system Fuel lank capacity Battery: Type Capacity Generator type Spark plug Clutch type Carburetor Air cleaner Transmission: Primary reduction system Primary reduction ratio Transmission 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Secondary reduction system Secondary reduction ratio Chassis: Frame type Steering: Caster Trail Tire size: Front Rear Suspension: Front Rear Shock absorber: Front/Rear Braking system: Front Rear Electrical: Headlight Tail/brake light Flasher light Pilot lights: Turn High beam Headlight failure Neutral Tail/brake failure Meter lights

From the manual…

INTRODUCTION: Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha XS650SF/XS650-2F. This model represents the product of many years of Yamaha experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pace-setting racing machines. You can now appreciate the high degrees of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields. This manual will provide the owner with a good basic understanding of the operation, basic maintenance, and inspection items of this vehicle. PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BE- FORE OPERATING YOUR NEW MACHINE. If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your vehicle, please consult your Yamaha dealer.