2008 Yamaha Road Star XV17A Service Manual

2008 Yamaha Road Star XV17A: Factory Service Documentation

• Covers 2008 Yamaha Road Star XV17A and XV1700 variants including XV17AWX(C), XV17ASX(C), XV17ATX(C), and XV17ATSX(C)
• Official Yamaha publication P/N LIT-11616-21-68, first edition February 2008
• Contains 413 pages of technical specifications, lubrication diagrams, and cable routing charts
• Files are available immediately after purchase without shipping wait times
• Page spreads stay legible when printed at original size for workshop use
• Full-text search lets you jump to specific torque specs by keyword
• This first edition serves as the baseline technical reference for the 2008 model year production run

Technical Scope and Documentation

The 2008 Yamaha Road Star XV17A service manual documents the complete technical requirements for the air-cooled 1670 cc V-twin platform. This publication details the electronically controlled fuel injection (FI) system, including sensor resistance values and injection timing logic for the MITSUBISHI-supplied ECU. Sections span the entire motorcycle, providing data on engine internals like valve clearance, camshaft specifications, and oil pump tolerances. The chassis documentation includes comprehensive wheel, brake, and suspension data, alongside specific drive belt tension settings required for consistent performance. This factory what an OEM service publication covers provides the necessary references for all model variants.

Engine, Electrical, and Maintenance Data

Technical data provided includes tightening torques for every major fastener, ranging from cylinder head nuts at 60 Nm (43 ft-lb) to M22 middle drive gear nuts at 100 Nm (72 ft-lb). Electrical system references cover the TCI digital ignition, charging system output of 14.0 V at 5000 r/min, and detailed fuse ratings. Engine oil capacity is 5.00 liters total, with explicit dry sump levels specified. The manual also includes precise cable routing illustrations for handlebar controls, fuel system lines, and the main wiring harness to maintain proper clearance during reassembly. The engine temperature sensor resistance is documented at 0.898–1.098 kΩ at 100 °C (212 °F).

An official 413-page Yamaha OEM workshop manual covering the 2008 Yamaha Road Star XV17A, documenting engine, chassis, electrical, and fuel-injection specifications for the 5VNR, 5VNS, 5VNT, and 2D9-series builds.