Yamaha XVS6501997 User Manual

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CRANKSHAFT AND CONNECTING RODS
ENG
NOTE:
36 Nm (3.6 mkg)
NOTE:
CAUTION:
NOTE:
5. Install:
 Connecting rod cap
1
Be sure that the characters
a
on the side of the
cap and connecting rod are aligned.
6. Tighten:
 Nuts (connecting rod cap)
Apply molybdenum disulfide grease to the rod
cap bolt threads and nut surfaces.
 When tightening the nuts be sure to use
an F-type torque wrench.
 Without pausing tighten to full torque
specification. Apply continuous torque
between 3.0 and 3.6 mkg. Once you reach
3.0 mkg DO NOT STOP TIGHTENING un-
til final torque is reached. If the tightening
is interrupted between 3.0 and 3.6 mkg,
loosen the nut to less than 3.0 mkg and
start again.
7. Install:
 Crankshaft
1
Align the left connecting rod with the rear cylin-
der sleeve hole.
CRANKCASE ASSEMBLY
1. Apply:
 Engine oil
(onto the main journal bearings)
 Sealant
(onto the crankcase mating surfaces)
Yamaha Bond No.1215:
90890-85505

Yamaha XVS6501997 Specifications

General

Year	1997
Manufacturer	Yamaha
Model	XVS650
Displacement	649 cc
Compression Ratio	9.0:1
Starting System	Electric
Transmission Type	5-speed
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Swingarm
Front Brake	Single disc
Rear Brake	Drum
Front Tire	100/90-19
Ground Clearance	140 mm
Horsepower	40 hp
Torque	50 Nm
Category	Cruiser
Engine Type	V-twin
Fuel System	Carburettor
Final Drive	Shaft