2009-2013 Yamaha XVS950 V-Star Service Manual (P/N LIT-11616-22-60)
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Yamaha Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: 2009–2013 Yamaha XVS950 V-Star
Sub-models / Variants: XVS95Y, XVS95YC, XVS95CTY, XVS95CTYC, U49, CAL
Trade Names: V-Star
Model Years: 2009–2013
Technical Data:
- Engine type: Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC, V-type 2-cylinder
- Engine displacement: 942.0 cm3
- Bore x stroke: 85.0 x 83.0 mm
- Fuel system: Electronically controlled fuel injection (FI), 392 kPa pressure
- Transmission type: Constant mesh 5-speed, belt drive
- Primary reduction ratio: 1.674
- Compression pressure (Standard): 1400 kPa at 400 r/min
- Front suspension type: Telescopic fork, 135 mm travel
- Rear suspension type: Swingarm, 48 mm travel
Yamaha Manual Features & Content Preview
- Covers 2009–2013 Yamaha XVS950 V-Star models, including base and Tourer variants (XVS95Y, XVS95CTY, XVS95YC, XVS95CTYC) equipped with electronic fuel injection.
- Official Yamaha publication P/N LIT-11616-22-60 (First Edition, October 2008), comprising 392 pages of factory-authorized reference material.
- Features 51 detailed wiring and cable routing diagrams alongside 27 engine-specific tightening torque tables.
Documented Systems and Diagnostics
This factory reference outlines general maintenance intervals, engine performance metrics, and chassis adjustments. Chapters detail the procedures for engine disassembly, camshaft inspection, and valve train clearance verification. Technicians will find thorough flowcharts for troubleshooting electrical circuit faults and calibrating the fuel injection system. The text also covers frame-level structural checks, suspension service thresholds, and cooling system requirements specific to the V-Star platform. Working on high-pressure fuel systems and electrical circuits requires adherence to factory safety protocols to prevent component damage or personal injury; this documentation provides the essential baseline data to verify safe operational parameters before testing.
Engine, Chassis, and Electrical Specifications
Reliable bench-work relies on precise data. Engine specifications list a 942.0 cc displacement paired with a 9.00:1 compression ratio. Cylinder head valve clearance for the intake is strictly documented at 0.08–0.12 mm. To ensure optimal injector delivery across varying loads, the fuel system must maintain a constant 392 kPa. Standard rear suspension configurations require a gas pressure of 1200 kPa. Electrical system baselines are equally specific. Stator coil resistance should measure between 0.128 and 0.192 ohms, while the primary electrical layout relies on a 40.0 A main fuse. Detailed cable routing maps and comprehensive torque specifications for all major structural fasteners round out the technical reference.
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