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The original Haynes Repair Manual - Based on a complete stripdown and rebuild of a vehicle

Yamaha V-Star 950 (2009 - 2012) Clymer

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  • What's Included

    Book ships next working day (before 5pm)
    Fault Finder - Diagnose 400+ problems
    Take on bigger jobs with Haynes’ help
    Wiring diagrams for key vehicle systems
    700+ pictures & diagrams of your vehicle
    Suitable for novice and pro mechanics
  • Online edition only!
  • What's Included

    Use the online manual straight away
    Includes ALL content of a printed manual
    Fault Finder - Diagnose 400+ problems
    Take on bigger jobs with Haynes’ help
    Wiring diagrams for key vehicle systems
    Extra videos in online manual
    Print any page at home
    700+ pictures & diagrams of your vehicle

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This Yamaha V-Star 950 manual is 360 pages.

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CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Warnings, cautions and notes / Safety / Serial numbers and information labels / Fasteners / Shop supplies / Tools / Measuring tools / Electrical system fundamentals / Service methods / Storage / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Starting the engine / Engine does not start / Poor engine performance / Fuel system / Electronic diagnostic system / Charging system / Ignition system troubleshooting / Starter system troubleshooting / Engine / Engine lubrication / Cylinder leakdown test / Clutch / Gearshift linkage / Transmission / Electrical testing / Lighting and signal system troubleshooting / Front suspension and steering / Brake system / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER THREE / LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE and TUNE-UP
Tune-up / Engine rotation / Air filter / Crankcase breather hose inspection / Spark plugs / Ignition timing / Valve clearance / Engine compression test / Engine idle speed inspection / Throttle body synchronization / Fuel system hose inspection / Carbon canister (California models) / Throttle cables and grip / Clutch cable and clutch lever / Engine oil and filter / Engine oil pressure test / Battery / Exhaust system / Shift pedal / Sidestand / Drive belt / Tires and wheels / Steering bearings / Front fork / Front fork oil change / Shock absorber / Swing arm and rear suspension / Chassis, engine and frame fasteners / Brakes / Headlight aim / Horn, lights and turn signals / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE TOP END
Camshafts / Rocker arms and shafts / Cam chains and guides / Cylinder head / Valves and valve components / Cylinder / Piston and piston rings / Cylinder stud replacement / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER FIVE / ENGINE LOWER END
Servicing engine in frame / Engine / Crankcase / Crankcase seal and bearing replacement / Crankshaft / Connecting rods / Oil pump / Engine break-in / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER SIX / CLUTCH AND EXTERNAL SHIFT MECHANISM
Right crankcase cover / Oil passage oil seal replacement / Clutch release shaft / Clutch / Primary drive gear / External shift mechanism / Clutch cable replacement / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER SEVEN / TRANSMISSION AND INTERNAL SHIFT MECHANISM
Transmission / Internal gearshift mechanism / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER EIGHT / FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Fuel injection (FI) / Fuel delivery system tests / Fuel tank / Fuel pump / Fuel sender / Fuel pump relay / Air filter housing / Throttle body / Intake manifold / Pressure regulator, fuel injectors and fuel rail / Idle speed control (ISC) unit / Throttle position sensor (TPS) / Engine control unit (ECU) / Intake air pressure (IAP) sensor / Air temperature sensor / Engine temperature sensor / Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor / Lean-angle sensor / 02 sensor / Rollover valve / EVAP canister / Throttle cable replacement / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER NINE / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electrical component replacement / Electrical connectors / Battery / Battery box / Charging system / Regulator/rectifier / Left crankcase cover, stator coil / and crankshaft position sensor / Flywheel, starter clutch / and starter clutch gears / Ignition system / Ignition coils / Ignition coil mounting bracket / Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor / Lean angle sensor / Engine control unit (ECU) / Ignition timing / Ignition system diode / Starter / Starter relay switch / Starting circuit cut-off relay / Starting system diode / Lighting system / Headlight / Turn signals / License plate light / Tail/brake light / Indicator light replacement / Meter assembly / Lighting system troubleshooting / Signal system troubleshooting / Speed sensor / Oil level warning light and oil level switch / Relay unit / Diode test / Switches / Horn / Fuses / Wiring diagrams / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER TEN / WHEELS, TIRES, DRIVE BELT AND PULLEYS
Motorcycle lift / Front wheel / Rear wheel / Front and rear hubs / Drive hub / Wheel service / Tire changing / Wheel balance / Outer drive pulley cover / Drive belt / Drive pulley / Inner drive pulley cover / Driven pulley / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER ELEVEN / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Handlebar / Handlebar grips / Front fork / Steering head and stem / Steering head bearing race replacement / Steering stem bearing race replacement / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER TWELVE / REAR SUSPENSION
Shock absorber / Connecting rods and relay arm / Rear swing arm / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER THIRTEEN / BRAKES
Brake service / Brake bleeding / Brake fluid draining and flushing / Brake pads / Front brake caliper / Front master cylinder / Rear brake caliper / Rear master cylinder and brake pedal / Brake hoses / Brake disc / Specifications Specs

CHAPTER FOURTEEN / BODY AND EXHAUST
Seats / Side covers / Cylinder head side cover / Cylinder head plastic covers / and mounting brackets / Right side lower cover / Left footrest, shift pedal and shift rod / Right footrest / Sidestand / Windshield and mounting brackets / Saddlebags and bracket / Front fender / Rear fender / Exhaust system / Specifications Specs

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