Yamaha Star XVS13CAC Owner'S Manual Download

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3-1

EAU10410

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3,4,5

1. Spark plug (page 7-9)
2. Seat lock (page 4-13)

3. Fuel injection system fuse (page 7-29)

4. Fuse box (page 7-29)
5. Main fuse (page 7-29)

6. Helmet holder (page 4-14)

7. Engine oil level check window (page 7-11)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 7-11)

9. Shift pedal (page 4-9)
10.Engine oil filler cap (page 7-11)

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Summary of Contents for Star XVS13CAC

Page 1: ...DIC183 27D 28199 10 XVS13CA C OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle LIT 11626 24 50...

Page 2: ...EAU10042 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U27D10E0 book Page 1 Thursday July 22 2010 1 05 PM...

Page 3: ...ntain these high standards it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual Yamaha c...

Page 4: ...y all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A NOTICE indicate...

Page 5: ...Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition July 2010 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in...

Page 6: ...chart 7 5 Removing and installing the panel 7 9 Checking the spark plugs 7 9 Canister for California only 7 11 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 7 11 Coolant 7 14 Replacing the air filter element 7...

Page 7: ...TORAGE 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 3 SPECIFICATIONS 9 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Reporting safety defects 10 3 Motorcycle noise regulation 10 4 Maintena...

Page 8: ...icle They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is...

Page 9: ...e set as follows Up to 90 kg 198 lbs load FRONT REAR 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi 280 kPa 2 80 kgf cm 41 psi 90kg 198 lbs maximum load FRONT REAR 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi 280 kPa 2 80 kgf cm 41 psi 27...

Page 10: ...ssenger The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traf fic is the predominating cause of automobile motorcycle accidents Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver w...

Page 11: ...contribute to an impairment of vision that could delay seeing a hazard The use of a jacket heavy boots trousers gloves etc is effective in preventing or reducing abrasions or lacerations Never wear l...

Page 12: ...of the motorcycle to minimize imbalance or instabili ty Shifting weights can create a sud den imbalance Make sure that ac cessories and cargo are securely attached to the motorcycle before riding Chec...

Page 13: ...front fork area they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of the motorcycle due to aerody namic effects Win...

Page 14: ...e downs or suitable straps that are attached to solid parts of the mo torcycle such as the frame or up per front fork triple clamp and not for example to rubber mounted handlebars or turn signals or p...

Page 15: ...4 13 3 Fuel injection system fuse page 7 29 4 Fuse box page 7 29 5 Main fuse page 7 29 6 Helmet holder page 4 14 7 Engine oil level check window page 7 11 8 Engine oil drain bolt page 7 11 9 Shift ped...

Page 16: ...page 7 28 4 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 4 14 5 Spark plug page 7 9 6 Fuel tank cap page 4 10 7 Air filter element page 7 15 8 Rear brake light switch page 7 20 9 Engine...

Page 17: ...4 8 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 7 3 Multi function meter unit page 4 4 4 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 21 6 Right handlebar switches page 4 7 7 Throttle...

Page 18: ...ine is started and stays on until the key is turned to OFF even if the engine stalls EAU10661 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10061 Never turn the key to OFF or LO...

Page 19: ...e checked by turning the key to ON The warning light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the warning light does not come on initially when the key is turned to ON or if the warning lig...

Page 20: ...s warning light comes on if the en gine overheats If this occurs stop the engine immediately and allow the en gine to cool The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key...

Page 21: ...set to zero a fuel reserve tripmeter which shows the distance traveled on the fuel reserve a fuel meter a clock a self diagnosis device a brightness control mode TIP Be sure to turn the key to ON befo...

Page 22: ...e following order Trip F Trip 1 Trip 2 Fuel meter Clock Odo Trip F To reset a tripmeter select it by push ing the SELECT switch and then push the RESET switch for at least one second If you do not res...

Page 23: ...ock Self diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self diag nosis device for various electrical cir cuits If a problem is detected in any of those circuits the engine trouble warning light will...

Page 24: ...this switch to for the high beam and to for the low beam EAU12430 Turn signal switch To signal a right hand turn push this switch to To signal a left hand turn push this switch to When re leased the...

Page 25: ...ing light will come on when the key is turned to ON and the start switch is pushed but this does not indicate a malfunction EAU44602 SELECT switch This switch is used to perform selec tions in the odo...

Page 26: ...mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle EAU12890 Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right handlebar grip To apply the front brake pull the lever toward the handle bar grip EAU12941 B...

Page 27: ...g Leaking fuel is a fire hazard EAU13221 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank WARNING EWA10881 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable To avoid fires and explosions and...

Page 28: ...piston rings as well as to the exhaust system Your Yamaha engine has been de signed to use regular unleaded gaso line with a pump octane number R M 2 of 86 or higher or a research octane number of 91...

Page 29: ...xhaust system WARNING EWA10862 The exhaust system is hot after op eration To prevent a fire hazard or burns Do not park the vehicle near possible fire hazards such as grass or other materials that eas...

Page 30: ...hen pull it off To install the seat 1 Insert the projection on the rear of the seat into the rear seat holder 2 Slide the seat rearward to fit the slot in its bottom over the center seat holder 3 Push...

Page 31: ...orber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust ing ring allowing the spring preload to be adjusted to suit the rider s prefer ence It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer adjust the spring...

Page 32: ...EAU15304 Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side of the frame Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright TIP The built in sidestand switch is part of...

Page 33: ...nctions It prevents starting when the trans mission is 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...

Page 34: ...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 The neutral switch may not be working correctly The m...

Page 35: ...g points ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage Check fuel tank breather overflow hose for obstructions cracks or damage and check hose con...

Page 36: ...e and grip housing 7 16 7 24 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 7 24 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Cor...

Page 37: ...ION CHECKS 5 3 5 Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut off system If system is not working correctly have Yamaha dealer check vehicle 4 15 ITEM CHECKS PAGE U27D10E0 book Page 3 Thur...

Page 38: ...starting even though the engine will crank when pushing the start switch an engine auto stop system The engine stops automatically if left idling for 20 minutes If the engine stops simply push the st...

Page 39: ...accelerating climbing hills etc The gear positions are shown in the il lustration TIP To shift the transmission into the neu tral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the e...

Page 40: ...t points The recommended shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below EAU16841 Engine break in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than...

Page 41: ...king stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10311 Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely...

Page 42: ...performing maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine whi...

Page 43: ...wner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs How ever additional tools such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform certain maintena...

Page 44: ...r 12 months 12000 mi 19000 km or 18 months 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months 20000 mi 31000 km or 30 months 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Spark plugs Check cond...

Page 45: ...ol system for dam age Replace if necessary No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4000 mi 7000 km or 6 months 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months 12000 mi 19000 km or 18 months...

Page 46: ...ck operation Adjust or replace cable 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 fluid leakage Repl...

Page 47: ...ll chassis fitting and fas teners Correct if necessary 13 Brake lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 14 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 15 Clutch lever pivot...

Page 48: ...23 Engine oil filter car tridge Replace 24 Cooling system Check hoses for cracks or dam age Replace if necessary Change with ethylene glycol anti freeze coolant every 24 months Change 25 Front and re...

Page 49: ...the reservoirs as required Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracke...

Page 50: ...fastener EAU42431 Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine components which are easy to check Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode the spark plugs sh...

Page 51: ...gnose such problems yourself In stead have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 3 Check each spark plug for elec trode erosion and excessive car bon or other deposits and replace it if necessary 4 Measur...

Page 52: ...Make sure that the canister breath er is not blocked and if necessary clean it EAU42599 Engine oil and oil filter car tridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride In addition the oil...

Page 53: ...Remove the engine oil filler cap the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crankcase TIP Skip steps 5 7 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 5 Remove the oil filt...

Page 54: ...CE ECA11620 In order to prevent clutch slip page since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch do not mix any chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel speci fication of CD or oils of a high...

Page 55: ...lace the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion TIP The coolant level must be checked on a cold engine since the level varies with engine temperature Make sure that the vehicl...

Page 56: ...ed in the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer change the coolant WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA10381 EAU42442 Replacing the ai...

Page 57: ...ng the throttle grip free play The throttle grip free play should mea sure 4 0 6 0 mm 0 16 0 24 in at the inner edge of the throttle grip Periodi cally check the throttle grip free play and if necessa...

Page 58: ...ar go and accessories approved for this model WARNING EWA10511 Never overload your vehicle Opera tion of an overloaded vehicle could cause an accident Tire inspection Always check the tires before ope...

Page 59: ...only the tires list ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd EAU21962 Cast wheels To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your vehicle note the following...

Page 60: ...as described above skip steps 3 6 3 Fully turn the adjusting bolt in di rection a to loosen the clutch ca ble 4 Slide the rubber covers apart and then loosen the locknut 5 To increase the clutch leve...

Page 61: ...loss of control and an acci dent EAU22273 Brake light switches The brake light which is activated by the brake pedal and brake lever should come on just before braking takes ef fect If necessary adjus...

Page 62: ...to the point that the wear indicator grooves have almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU22500 Rear brake pads Check each rear brake pad for damage and measure th...

Page 63: ...ater does not en ter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock Brake fluid may deteriorate paint ed surfaces o...

Page 64: ...ive belt check hole are 5 0 mm 0 2 in apart 3 Note the position of the drive belt with a force of 45 N 4 5 kgf 10 lbf applied to the belt with a belt ten sion gauge as shown TIP A belt tension gauge i...

Page 65: ...lace damaged cables as soon as possi ble to prevent unsafe conditions EWA10711 EAU49920 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before...

Page 66: ...r The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommended lu...

Page 67: ...operator re sulting in a possible loss of control EAUM1651 Lubricating the swingarm piv ots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maint...

Page 68: ...nt fork compresses and rebounds smoothly NOTICE ECA10590 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU23283 Checking the steering Worn...

Page 69: ...e it contains sul furic acid which causes severe burns Avoid any contact with skin eyes or clothing and al ways shield your eyes when working near batteries In case of contact administer the fol lowin...

Page 70: ...lead before disconnecting the positive lead ECA16302 2 If the battery will be stored for more than two months check it at least once a month and fully charge it if necessary 3 Fully charge the batter...

Page 71: ...e EWA15131 3 Turn 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...

Page 72: ...hor oughly clean off any dirt and fin gerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner Headlight lens Do not affix any type of tinted film or stickers to the headlight...

Page 73: ...ing the screws 7 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary EAU24181 Tail brake light This model is equipped with an LED type tail brake light If the tail brake light does not come o...

Page 74: ...heel or performing other maintenance requiring the motorcycle to stand up right Check that the motorcycle is in a stable and level position before starting any maintenance A strong wooden box can be p...

Page 75: ...systems your self However should your motorcycle require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle pro...

Page 76: ...r 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 spark plugs Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehic...

Page 77: ...ed press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap TIP If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recommen...

Page 78: ...ler outlets with plas tic bags after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and covers as well as all electrical couplers and connectors including the spark plug caps are tightly in stal...

Page 79: ...irt with warm water a mild detergent and a soft clean sponge and then rinse thoroughly with clean water Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush for hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects will come off...

Page 80: ...wipe off any excess Never apply oil or wax to the drive belt Never apply oil or wax to any rubber and plastic parts but treat them with a suitable care product Avoid using abrasive polishing compound...

Page 81: ...e engine over EWA10951 e Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs and then install the spark plugs and the spark plug caps 4 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers a...

Page 82: ...cartridge replacement 3 40 L 3 59 US qt 2 99 Imp qt Cooling system Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maximum level mark 0 45 L 0 48 US qt 0 40 Imp qt Radiator capacity including all routes 2 10 L...

Page 83: ...0 lb Front 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Rear 280 kPa 2 80 kgf cm 41 psi Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 21M C x MT3 50 Rear wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 18M C x MT7 50 Front brake Typ...

Page 84: ...cator light LED High beam indicator light LED Oil level warning light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Fuel level warning light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning ligh...

Page 85: ...tification 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 nu...

Page 86: ...ing spare parts from a Yamaha dealer EAU48270 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label is affixed at the location in the illustration This label show...

Page 87: ...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 dealer or Yama...

Page 88: ...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 89: ...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 90: ...MATION 10 6 10 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 U27D10E0 book Page 6 Thursday July 2...

Page 91: ...warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer In order for this warranty to remain in effect this inspection and registration must take place within ten 10 days after transfer An inspection and...

Page 92: ...later date 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 ca...

Page 93: ...d repairs There s no deductible to pay and repairs aren t pro rated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is incl...

Page 94: ...ed protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number your frame number We ll be happy to hel...

Page 95: ...numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 16 Indicator lights and warning lights 4 2 K Key identification number 10 1 L Labels location 1 1 License plate light 7 33 M Main switch steering lock 4...

Page 96: ...32 Turn signal switch 4 7 V Valve clearance 7 16 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 10 2 Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Warranty extended 10 9 Warranty limited 10 7 Wheel bearings check...

Page 97: ...U27D10E0 book Page 3 Thursday July 22 2010 1 05 PM...

Page 98: ...PRINTED IN JAPAN 2010 07 1 5 1 CR E PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD DIC183...

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