Haynes Yamaha Xv V Twins Manual

2B-16 
Chapter 2 Part B Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700-1100 models)

8.4b Cylinder heads (1984 and later models) -

exploded view

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9 
Cam sprocket

Front cam chain guide

Cam chain

Cam chain tensioner

O-ring

Cam sprocket cover

Spark plug

Rocker arm cover

O-ring

8.4c Remove the cam sprocket cover;

use a new O-ring on installation 
8.5 Remove the rocker arm cover; use a

new O-ring on installation 
8.6a Align the line next to the T mark with

the pointer

5 Remove...

Chapter 2 Part B Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700-1100 models)

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8.6b Align the cast pointer in the cylinder head with the sprocket

timing mark

1 Cam sprocket

2 Cam chain

3 Washer 
4 Sprocket bolt

5 Cast pointer

6 Sprocket timing mark 
8.13 Drape the cam chain over the cylinder head to keep it on the

crankshaft sprocket; tie it up with wire if necessary

8.14a Remove the oil pipe union bolt at

the cylinder head ... 
8.14b ... and at the crankcase; use new

sealing washers on...

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Chapter 2 Part B Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700-1100 models)

8.17 Keep the cam chain supported and lift the front side chain

damper out 
8.20 Align the cast pointer in the cylinder head with the sprocket

timing mark and the oil baffle hole

1 Cam sprocket 5 Sprocket bolt

2 Cam chain 6 Cast pointer

3 Oil baffle 7 Sprocket timing mark

4 Washer 8 Oil baffle hole

8.23 With the camshaft dowel aligned

with the cast pointer in the cylinder head,

unbolt the retainer 
8.24 Slowly remove...

Chapter 2 Part B Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700-1100 models)

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8.27b When the rocker shaft is partway

out, remove the rocker arm 
8.35 Be sure the threads face out when

the shaft is installed, or there will be no

way to grip and remove the shaft 
8.38 Early models have an O-ring

(separate from the head gasket) around

the cam chain tunnel

8.41 Cylinder head nut and bolt TIGHTENING sequence

8.44 Align the dimple in the sprocket with the cast pointer in the

cylinder head
Camshaft...

2B-20 
Chapter 2 Part B Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700-1100 models)

8.51 Crankshaft timing mark for

front cylinder 
8.52a The longer nuts go on the front

cylinder head ... 
8.52b ... and the front engine mounting

bracket fits on the studs

8.53 Install the oil baffle next to the front cylinders cam sprocket,

facing in the direction shown

45 Turn the cam sprocket clockwise far enough to remove all slack in

the front run of the cam chain, but no farther. Insert a finger in the

tensioner...

Chapter 2 Part B Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700-1100 models)

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11.2 Remove the three Allen bolts to detach the cylinder from

the crankcase 
11.3 Support the timing chain and pull the cylinder off the studs

11.4 Cylinder (XV700-1100 models) - exploded view

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9 
Cylinder

O-ring

Damping block

Locating dowel

Bolt

Cylinder base gasket

Cover

Gasket

Bolt

cylinder, cylinder head and crankcase. Remove the O-ring from the

oase of the cylinder (see illustration)....

2B-22 
Chapter 2 Part B Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700-1100 models)

14.3 Remove the bolt and locknut and lift

the cam chain damper out 
14.4a Remove the bolt and pull out the

retaining plate ... 
14.4b ... then pull out the spindle and

remove the intermediate gear

make the measurements and offer advice concerning servicing of the

cylinders.

9 If they are in reasonably good condition and not worn to the

outside of the limits, and if the piston-to-cylinder clearances can be

maintajned...

Chapter 2 Part B Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700-1100 models)

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14.10 The correct locations of the

intermediate gears can be determined by

looking at the spring stoppers 
14.11 Tighten the chain guide bolt to the

specified torque, then tighten the locknut

to the specified torque to secure the bolt

(front cylinder shown) 
14.12 Align the sighting hole in the

alternator rotor with the centerlines of the

crankshaft and the intermediate gear

spindle hole

14.13 With the cam chain on the...

2B-24 
Chapter 2 Part B Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700-1100 models)

14.19 The alignment mark on the front

cylinders intermediate gear must align

with the mark on the drive gear 
14.20 Install the stopper plate and tighten

the bolt to the specified torque 
15.2 Remove the oil pump chain cover

15.3 Oil pump and delivery pipes (XV700-1100

models) - exploded view

1 Oil pump

2 Locating dowel

3 O-rings

4 Pump mounting bolt

5 Driven sprocket

6 Sprocket bolt

7 Oil pump chain cover

8 Chain...

Chapter 2 Part B Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700-1100 models)

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15.4a Remove the Allen bolts (A) to

detach the pump; the screw (B) holds the

pump together 
15.4b Pull the pump out of the engine,

taking care not to damage the

strainer screen 
15.6a Separate the strainer screen from

the pick-up

15.6b Remove three Phillips screws and

detach the pick-up from the pump 
15.7a Lift off the rotor housing . 
15.7b ... the outer rotor .

15.7c ... and the inner rotor

described in Steps 13 and...