Left view XVS650
3. Starter choke knob page 3-8 4. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3-12 3. Starter choke knob page 3-8 4. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3-12 7. Storage compartment page 3-11
Storage compartment
The storage compartment is located on the left side of the vehicle. 1. Slide the lock cover open, insert the key into the lock, and then turn it clockwise. To open the helmet holder, insert the key into the lock, and then turn the key as shown. To lock the helmet holder, place it in the original position, and then remove the key. . Storage compartment cover . Storage compartment lock cover . Storage compartment lock Never ride with a helmet attached to the helmet holder, since the helmet may...
Handlebar switches Left
1. Dimmer switch 0IfD 2. Turn signal switch lt cj gt 1. Dimmer switch 0IfD 2. Turn signal switch lt cj gt 1. Engine stop switch Q 1. Engine stop switch Q Set this switch to io for the high beam and to go for the low beam. Turn signal switch lt To signal a right-hand turn, push this switch to c gt . To signal a left-hand turn, push this switch to lt . When released, the switch returns to the center position. Since this model is equipped with a self-canceling system, the turn signal lights will...
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly
2. Spring preload adjusting ring 2. Spring preload adjusting ring This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjusting ring. Never attempt to turn an adjusting mechanism beyond the maximum or minimum settings. Adjust the spring preload as follows. 1. Remove the passenger and rider seats. See page 3-9. 2. To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjusting ring in direction a . To decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension,...