Yamaha Royal Star XVZ13CTW Owner'S Manual Download Page 17

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DESCRIPTION

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EAU10430

Controls and instruments

1. Clutch lever (page 3-7)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6)

3. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)

4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-6)

6. Throttle grip (page 6-20)

7. Brake lever (page 3-8)

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Summary of Contents for Royal Star XVZ13CTW

Page 1: ...1D6 28199 12 XVZ13CTW C XVZ13CTMW C OWNER S MANUAL LIT 11626 20 23...

Page 2: ...EAU10041 U1D612E0 book Page 1 Tuesday May 16 2006 9 28 AM...

Page 3: ...motorcycle If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle please consult a Yamaha dealer The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with th...

Page 4: ...consult your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10010 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE RIDING TIPS BOOKLET CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPER...

Page 5: ...TECHNIQUES REGULAR INSPECTIONS AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MOTORCYCLE Product and specification...

Page 6: ...r Corporation U S A 1st edition May 2006 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in Japa...

Page 7: ...g 5 3 Engine break in 5 4 Parking 5 5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6 1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 6 1 Owner s tool kit 6 1 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 6 3 General mai...

Page 8: ...ulb 6 35 Replacing a turn signal light bulb or the tail brake light bulb 6 36 Supporting the motorcycle 6 37 Troubleshooting 6 37 Troubleshooting charts 6 38 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Cleaning 7...

Page 9: ...nts have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the motorcycle Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the chance of this type of accident Therefore Wear a br...

Page 10: ...ce shield or goggles Wind in your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of vision which could delay seeing a hazard The use of a jacket heavy boots trousers gloves etc is effective in pre...

Page 11: ...Use extreme caution when selecting and installing any ac cessories Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided under Load ing when mounting accessories Never install accessories or...

Page 12: ...off before leaving the motorcycle unattended and remove the key from the main switch When parking the motor cycle note the following The engine and exhaust system may be hot therefore park the motorcy...

Page 13: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 5 1 EAU10381 Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle U1D612E0 book Page 5 Tuesday May 16 2006 9 28 AM...

Page 14: ...ON 1 6 1 1 5 CALIFORNIA ONLY 3 2 CAUTION Cleaning with alkaline or acid cleaner gasoline or solvent will damage windshield Use neutral detergent 5JW 00 5JW 2835Y 00 4 U1D612E0 book Page 6 Tuesday May...

Page 15: ...3 11 3 Fuel cock page 3 10 4 Fuel tank cap page 3 9 5 Battery page 6 32 6 Coolant reservoir page 6 16 7 Fuse box 2 page 6 33 8 Helmet holder page 3 14 9 Sidecase page 3 16 10 Tail brake light page 6 3...

Page 16: ...bsorber assembly air valve page 3 17 6 Rider seat page 3 12 7 Fuel tank page 3 9 8 Front fork air valve page 3 17 9 Windshield page 3 15 10 Headlight page 6 35 11 Front turn signal position lights pag...

Page 17: ...lutch lever page 3 7 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 6 3 Speedometer unit page 3 3 4 Main switch steering lock page 3 1 5 Right handlebar switches page 3 6 6 Throttle grip page 6 20 7 Brake lever pag...

Page 18: ...ring is locked and all electrical systems are off The key can be re moved To lock the steering 1 Turn the handlebars all the way to the left or right 2 Push the key in from the OFF po sition and then...

Page 19: ...il level warning light This warning light comes on when the engine oil level is low The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON If the warning light does not co...

Page 20: ...ight comes on when an electrical circuit monitoring the engine is defective When this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the self diagno sis system The electrical circuit of the warning light can be ch...

Page 21: ...T button for at least two seconds To change the display back to the odometer and tripmeter modes push the SELECT button To set the clock 1 Push both the SELECT and RE SET buttons for at least two sec...

Page 22: ...red traveling speed as follows Press the RES ACC re sume accelerate side of the cruise control switch to increase the set speed or the SET DEC side to decrease the speed NOTE Pressing the cruise contr...

Page 23: ...eed will return to the previously set speed Once the cruise control system is reactivated the SET indicator light will come on Push the CRUISE switch to the OFF position to completely cancel the cruis...

Page 24: ...rsec tion EAU12500 Horn switch Press this switch to sound the horn EAU12660 Engine stop switch Set this switch to before starting the engine Set this switch to to stop the engine in case of an emergen...

Page 25: ...this motorcycle NOTE Use your toes or heel to shift up and your toes to shift down EAU12890 Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right handlebar grip To apply the front brake pull the lever t...

Page 26: ...ose the lock cover NOTE The fuel tank cap cannot be installed unless the key is in the lock In addition the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly installed and locked WARNING EWA10130 Make...

Page 27: ...intenance costs Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gaso hol containing ethanol and that contain ing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if the ethanol con tent does not exceed 10 Gasoh...

Page 28: ...this position if you run out of fuel while riding When this occurs refuel as soon as possible and be sure to turn the fuel cock lever back to ON EAU13600 Starter choke knob Starting a cold engine req...

Page 29: ...kets are aligned and then lock the steering with a suitable pad lock EAU35170 Rider seat To remove the rider seat Remove the bolts and then pull the rid er seat up To install the rider seat Insert the...

Page 30: ...move it by pulling it to the rear as shown To install the backrest Place the backrest in the original posi tion then pull it backward until it stops and the levers snap locking it into place WARNING E...

Page 31: ...p and then hook the cable loops over the helmet holder 4 Place the helmet holder in the orig inal position and then remove the key WARNING EWA11040 Never ride with a helmet attached to a helmet holder...

Page 32: ...ce the windshield in the original position as shown 2 Push the lever on each side of the windshield backward onto its fas tener to lock it into place WARNING EWA12541 A loose windshield could cause an...

Page 33: ...ge in the sidecases otherwise han dling could be affected Improp er loading poor tire or overall motorcycle conditions poor road surfaces or adverse weath er conditions may make it nec essary to furth...

Page 34: ...e the spring rate and thereby soften the suspen sion decrease the air pressure by pushing each valve stem down CAUTION ECA10090 Never exceed the maximum air pres sure otherwise the front fork oil seal...

Page 35: ...is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situations See further down for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut off system WARNING EWA10240 The vehicle mus...

Page 36: ...in gear and the side stand is up but the clutch lever is not pulled It prevents starting when the trans mission is in gear and the clutch le ver is pulled but the sidestand is still down It cuts the r...

Page 37: ...er the engine has stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Keep the clutch lever pulled 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden This check is most relia...

Page 38: ...CA13101 The accessory connected to the auxiliary DC connector should not be used with the engine turned off and the load must never exceed 5 A or 60 W otherwise the battery may discharge WARNING EWA12...

Page 39: ...quences Therefore it is very important in addition to a thorough visual inspec tion to check the following points before each ride NOTE Pre operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is use...

Page 40: ...m for leakage 6 16 Front brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check lever free play Adjust if necessary Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Chec...

Page 41: ...tion and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 6 21 6 22 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 6 28 Brake and clutch leve...

Page 42: ...led and the sid estand up WARNING EWA10290 Before starting the engine check the function of the igni tion circuit cut off system ac cording to the procedure described on page 3 19 Never ride with the...

Page 43: ...g light does not come on when the key is turned to ON flashes or remains on after starting the engine have a Yamaha dealer check the elec trical circuit 6 After starting the engine move the starter ch...

Page 44: ...ven with the transmission in the neutral position do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off and do not tow the motorcycle for long dis tances The transmission is properly lubricated on...

Page 45: ...tor light should come on EAU16720 Recommended shift points The recommended shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below EAU16841 Engine break in There is never a more...

Page 46: ...ble should occur during the engine break in period immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU17170 Parking When parking stop the engine remove the key from the main switch and then turn th...

Page 47: ...D TO EMISSIONS CONTROL THESE CONTROLS NOT ONLY FUNCTION TO ENSURE CLEANER AIR BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER EN GINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IN THE FOLLOW ING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS THE S...

Page 48: ...ARNING EWA10340 Modifications not approved by Yamaha may cause loss of perfor mance excessive emissions and render the vehicle unsafe for use Consult a Yamaha dealer before at tempting any changes U1D...

Page 49: ...ecessary 2 Fuel filter Replace Replace 3 Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace every 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months Replace Replace 4 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clearance...

Page 50: ...heck operation and fluid leak age Correct if necessary 3 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 4 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and for...

Page 51: ...se lightly 13 Brake and shift ped al pivot shafts Apply lithium soap based grease all purpose grease lightly 14 Sidestand pivot Check operation Apply lithium soap based grease all purpose grease light...

Page 52: ...month and thereafter every 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months Change Change 23 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 24 Control cables Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil SAE 10W 30 t...

Page 53: ...lutch release cylinder always change the fluid Regularly check the brake and clutch fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the brake or clutch mas...

Page 54: ...to be re moved and installed EAU35841 Cowling A To remove the cowling 1 Remove the bolts 2 Remove the quick fastener screw by turning it 1 4 turn counterclock wise and then take the cowling off To in...

Page 55: ...shown To install the cowling 1 Place the cowling in the original position and then install the bolts NOTE Make sure that the projection fits into the grommet 2 Install cowling A EAU35860 Panels A and...

Page 56: ...panel 1 Remove the left passenger foot rest by removing the bolts 2 Remove the screw and then pull the panel off as shown To install the panel 1 Place the panel in the original posi tion and then ins...

Page 57: ...he center electrode on each spark plug is a medium to light tan the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally 2 Check that all spark plugs installed in the engine have the same color NOTE If any...

Page 58: ...cks or damage Replace if dam aged Make sure the vent hose is not blocked Clean it if necessary EAU19902 Engine oil and oil filter car tridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride In...

Page 59: ...e an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 3 Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase NOTE Skip steps 4 6 if the oil filter cartridge is not being...

Page 60: ...l speci fication of CD or oils of a high er quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the crankcase 9 Start t...

Page 61: ...WA10370 Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the final gear case Make sure that no oil gets on the tire or wheel To check the final gear oil level 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hol...

Page 62: ...ed in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU20212 To check the coolant level 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion 2 Remove panel A See page 6 8 NOTE...

Page 63: ...water has been added to the coolant have a Yamaha dealer check the antifreeze content of the coolant as soon as possible otherwise the effectiveness of the coolant will be reduced WARNING EWA10380 Nev...

Page 64: ...chart Clean the air filter elements more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas 1 Remove cowlings A and B See page 6 8 NOTE Continue as follows for each air filter el ement 2 Rem...

Page 65: ...air filter ele ment is properly seated in the air filter case The engine should never be op erated without the air filter ele ment installed otherwise the piston s and or cylinder s may become excess...

Page 66: ...free play The throttle cable free play should mea sure 4 0 6 0 mm 0 16 0 24 in at the throttle grip Periodically check the throttle cable free play and if neces sary have a Yamaha dealer adjust it EAU...

Page 67: ...ems close to the center of the vehicle and distribute the weight evenly from side to side Properly adjust the suspension for your load and check the condition and pres sure of your tires NEVER OVER LO...

Page 68: ...your vehicle note the following points regarding the specified wheels The wheel rims should be checked for cracks bends warpage or damage before each ride If any damage is found have a Yamaha dealer...

Page 69: ...d to be compatible with your vehi cle Please consider Genuine Yamaha Parts and Accessories be fore making a purchase Use of non Yamaha approved accessories or replacement parts may cause loss of handl...

Page 70: ...check the brake le ver free play and if necessary adjust it as follows 1 Loosen the locknut at the brake le ver 2 To increase the brake lever free play turn the adjusting screw in di rection a To dec...

Page 71: ...ake pad is provided with wear indicator grooves which allow you to check the brake pad wear with out having to disassemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the wear indicator grooves If a b...

Page 72: ...that the top of each reservoir is level Use only the recommended quality brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage and poor braking or clutch performance Refill with the s...

Page 73: ...g Oil seals Replace every two years Brake and clutch hoses Replace every four years EAU23091 Checking and lubricating the cables The operation of all control cables and the condition of the cables sho...

Page 74: ...e should be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart EAU23131 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift pedals should be c...

Page 75: ...tand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10730 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it EAUM1650 L...

Page 76: ...ition WARNING EWA10750 Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place th...

Page 77: ...y support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for ward and backward If any free play can be felt have a Yamaha d...

Page 78: ...oduce explosive hy drogen gas Therefore keep sparks flames cigarettes etc away from the battery and pro vide sufficient ventilation when charging it in an enclosed space KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER IES O...

Page 79: ...r will damage the battery If you do not have access to a sealed type MF battery charg er have a Yamaha dealer charge your battery EAU23663 Replacing the fuses The main fuse is located behind panel C S...

Page 80: ...n the key to ON and turn on the electrical circuit in question to check if the device operates 4 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system 1 Backup fuse for...

Page 81: ...ep flammable products away from a lit headlight bulb and do not touch the bulb until it has cooled down 4 Place a new headlight bulb into po sition and then secure it with the bulb holder CAUTION ECA1...

Page 82: ...b or the tail brake light bulb 1 Remove the lens by removing the screws 2 Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 3 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and...

Page 83: ...ing a motorcycle stand or if a motor cycle stand is not available by placing a jack either under each side of the frame in front of the rear wheel or under each side of the swingarm EAU25870 Troublesh...

Page 84: ...mpression Check the ignition Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gaps or replace the...

Page 85: ...hissing sound has stopped press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap NOTE If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it i...

Page 86: ...ply degreas er to the wheel axles Cleaning the motorcycle 1 Rinse any dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose using only enough pressure to do the job CAUTION ECA15250 Do not use high pressure wash...

Page 87: ...lizer 1 fluid oz per gallon or 7 5 ml per li ter Operate the engine for several minutes to insure the newly condi tioned fuel enters the entire fuel system and carburetors NOTE Use of Yamaha Fuel Cond...

Page 88: ...seat cover 7 Remove the battery and fully charge it Store it in a cool dry place and charge it once a month Do not store the battery in an ex cessively cold or warm place less than 0 C 30 F or more t...

Page 89: ...Imp qt Final gear oil Type SAE80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0 20 L 0 21 US qt 0 18 Imp qt Cooling system Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maximum level mark 0 35 L 0 37 US qt 0 31 Imp qt R...

Page 90: ...6 psi 2 50 kgf cm Loading condition 90 201 kg 198 443 lb Front 250 kPa 36 psi 2 50 kgf cm Rear 280 kPa 41 psi 2 80 kgf cm Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 16M C x MT3 50 Rear wheel Wheel typ...

Page 91: ...tor light LED Oil level warning light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Overdrive indicator light LED Cruise control SET indica...

Page 92: ...ntification number The key identification number is stamped into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU26400 Vehicle identification n...

Page 93: ...l is affixed to the frame under the rider seat See page 3 12 Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer 1...

Page 94: ...stigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your deal...

Page 95: ...cle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed o...

Page 96: ...nder that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4...

Page 97: ...ORMATION 9 6 9 36000 mi 55000 km or 54 months 40000 mi 61000 km or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks U1D612E0 book Page 6 Tuesday May 16...

Page 98: ...dealer of any and all apparent de fects within ten 10 days after discovery and make the ma chine available at that time for inspection and repairs at such dealer s place of business WARRANTY TRANSFER...

Page 99: ...te In addition each Yamaha motorcycle dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Is the warranty transferable to second owners Yes The remainder of the existing warranty...

Page 100: ...es replacing 6 33 H Handlebar switches 3 6 Headlight bulb replacing 6 35 Helmet holder 3 14 High beam indicator light 3 2 Horn switch 3 7 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 3...

Page 101: ...6 21 Tool kit 6 1 Troubleshooting 6 37 Troubleshooting charts 6 38 Turn signal indicator light 3 2 Turn signal light bulb or tail brake light bulb replacing 6 36 Turn signal switch 3 7 V Valve clearan...

Page 102: ...PRINTED IN JAPAN 2006 05 0 3 1 CR E PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD...

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