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1D6-28199-13

XVZ13CTX(C)

XVZ13CTSX(C)

OWNER’S MANUAL

LIT-11626-21-31

Summary of Contents for Stax XVZ13CTX

Page 1: ...1D6 28199 13 XVZ13CTX C XVZ13CTSX C OWNER S MANUAL LIT 11626 21 31...

Page 2: ...EAU10041 U1D613E0 book Page 1 Thursday May 17 2007 8 54 AM...

Page 3: ...otorcycle 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 the...

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: ...ECHNIQUES 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 specifications...

Page 6: ...r Corporation U S A 1st edition May 2007 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: ...3 Shifting 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 Ge...

Page 8: ...the headlight bulb 6 35 Replacing a turn signal light bulb or the tail brake light bulb 6 36 Supporting the motorcycle 6 37 Troubleshooting 6 38 Troubleshooting charts 6 39 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAG...

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: ...se 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 U1D613E0 book Page 5 Thursday May 17 2007 8 54 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 U1D613E0 book Page 6 Thursday May...

Page 15: ...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 36...

Page 16: ...r 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 page 6 36...

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: ...l 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 com...

Page 20: ...ght 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 che...

Page 21: ...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 o...

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: ...ed 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 cruise...

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: ...se 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 s...

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 requ...

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: ...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: ...e 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: ...e 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 furthe...

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: ...s 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 must...

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: ...r 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 reliab...

Page 38: ...A13101 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 EWA125...

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: ...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 Check...

Page 41: ...ion and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 6 21 6 23 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 6 28 Brake and clutch lever...

Page 42: ...ed 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 s...

Page 43: ...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 cho...

Page 44: ...en 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 onl...

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: ...RNING 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 U1D6...

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: ...d fluid leak age Correct if necessary 3 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Adjust brake lever free play and replace brake pads if necessary 4 Rear brake Check operation flui...

Page 51: ...e grease lightly 13 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 14 Clutch lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 15 Shift pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease all purpo...

Page 52: ...r cracks or dam age Replace if necessary Change with ethylene glycol anti freeze coolant every 24 months Change 24 Final gear oil Check oil level and for oil leakage Change at initial 600 mi 1000 km o...

Page 53: ...equired Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the brake or clutch master cylinders caliper cylinders and clutch release cylinder every two years Replace the brake and clutch hoses every four yea...

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 ins...

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: ...nel B 2 Remove the left passenger foot rest by removing the bolts 3 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 inst...

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: ...ks or damage Replace if dam aged Make sure the vent hose is not blocked Clean it if necessary EAU19903 Engine oil and oil filter car tridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride In a...

Page 59: ...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: ...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 er quality than specifi...

Page 61: ...the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart WARNING EWA10370 Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the final gear case Make sure that no oil gets on the tire or whe...

Page 62: ...d 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 T...

Page 63: ...ater 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 Neve...

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: ...ted by a Yamaha dealer at the in tervals specified in the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart Start the engine and warm it up for sev eral minutes at 1000 2000 r min while occasionally revving...

Page 67: ...ire air pressure must be ad justed in accordance with the riding speed and with the total weight of rider passenger car go and accessories approved for this model WARNING EWA10510 Proper loading of yo...

Page 68: ...h a worn out tire When a tire tread begins to show lines have a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately Brakes tires and related wheel parts re placement should also be left to a Yamaha dealer Tire...

Page 69: ...ghten the valve stem nut and locknut to the specified torques EAU22011 Accessories and replacement parts WARNING EWA10621 This vehicle is not designed to pull a trailer or to be attached to a sidecar...

Page 70: ...e air in the clutch sys tem If there is air in the hydraulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the motor cycle EAU22092 Adjusting the brake lever free play The brake lever...

Page 71: ...pedal is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on just before braking takes effect Since the brake light switch is a compo nent of the cruise control system it must be adjusted by a Yamaha deal...

Page 72: ...ront brake Rear brake Clutch Insufficient brake or clutch fluid may al low air to enter the brake or clutch sys tems possibly causing them to become ineffective Before riding check that the brake and...

Page 73: ...n up spilled fluid immediately As the brake pads wear it is nor mal for the brake fluid level to grad ually go down However if the brake fluid level goes down sud denly have a Yamaha dealer check the...

Page 74: ...ce with cable movement Replace damaged ca bles as soon as possible to prevent unsafe conditions EAU23111 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should...

Page 75: ...f the sidestand should be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10730 If the sidestand does not move up and...

Page 76: ...be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance and lubrication chart To check the condition WARNING EWA10750 Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of...

Page 77: ...must be checked as fol lows at the intervals specified in the pe riodic maintenance and lubrication chart 1 Place a stand under the engine to raise the front wheel off the ground WARNING EWA10750 Sec...

Page 78: ...nent ly damage the battery WARNING EWA10760 Electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous since it contains sul furic acid which causes severe burns Avoid any contact with skin eyes or clothing and al ways s...

Page 79: ...a month and fully charge it if necessary 3 Fully charge the battery before in stallation 4 After installation make sure that the battery leads are properly con nected to the battery terminals CAUTION...

Page 80: ...d possibly a fire 3 Turn the key to ON and turn on the electrical circuit in question to check if the device operates 1 Cruise control fuse 2 Carburetor heater fuse 3 Auxiliary DC connector fuse 4 Spa...

Page 81: ...th a quartz bulb headlight If the headlight bulb burns out replace it as follows 1 Remove the headlight unit by re moving the screws 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler and then remove the bulb cover 3...

Page 82: ...y of the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely af fected Thoroughly clean off any dirt and fingerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or th...

Page 83: ...up right Check that the motorcycle is in a stable and level position before starting any maintenance A strong wooden box can be placed under the engine for added stability To service the front wheel...

Page 84: ...troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your self However should your motorcycle require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technic...

Page 85: ...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 86: ...ed 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 is changed to the recomme...

Page 87: ...m pound after washing Do not use any harsh chemical products on plastic parts Make sure to avoid using cloths or sponges which have been in contact with strong or abrasive cleaning products solvent or...

Page 88: ...ndshield which does not affect your visibility and which cannot be easily recognized After cleaning the motorcycle Apply Yamaha Silicone Wax or another high quality automotive type wax on all painted...

Page 89: ...ween the inner and outer ca bles 4 Block the frame up so that both of its wheels are off the ground 5 Cover the exhaust pipes with plas tic bags to prevent moisture from entering them 6 If storing in...

Page 90: ...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 91: ...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 type...

Page 92: ...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 93: ...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 94: ...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 95: ...nd 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 Yamah...

Page 96: ...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 97: ...der 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 40...

Page 98: ...RMATION 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 U1D613E0 book Page 6 Thursday May 17...

Page 99: ...ealer 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 T...

Page 100: ...e 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 101: ...cap 3 9 Fuses 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 o...

Page 102: ...Tires 6 21 Tool kit 6 1 Troubleshooting 6 38 Troubleshooting charts 6 39 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 c...

Page 103: ...U1D613E0 book Page 3 Thursday May 17 2007 8 54 AM...

Page 104: ...PRINTED IN JAPAN 2007 05 0 4 1 CR E PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD...

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