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Page 1: ...12C 28199 20 XVS1300AW OWNER S MANUAL ...
Page 2: ...U12C20E0 book Page 2 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 PM ...
Page 3: ...o enjoy all advantages of your XVS1300AW The owner s manual does not only instruct you in how to operate inspect and maintain your motorcycle but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury In addition the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition If you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dea...
Page 4: ...f you have any questions concerning this manual please consult your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10030 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE Product and specifications are subject to change without notice The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death ...
Page 5: ...UAL 2006 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition October 2006 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan U12C20E0 book Page 2 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 PM ...
Page 6: ...g the spark plugs 6 7 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 6 9 Coolant 6 11 Replacing the air filter element 6 13 Checking the throttle cable free play 6 14 Valve clearance 6 14 Tires 6 14 Cast wheels 6 16 Adjusting the clutch lever free play 6 17 Adjusting the brake lever free play 6 18 Adjusting the rear brake light switch 6 18 Checking the front and rear brake pads 6 19 Checking the brake fluid ...
Page 7: ...ubleshooting 6 34 Troubleshooting charts 6 35 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Matte color caution 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 3 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 Motorcycle noise regulation for Australia 9 2 U12C20E0 book Page 2 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 PM ...
Page 8: ...s 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 brightly colored jacket Use extra caution when you are approaching and passing through intersections since in tersections are the most likely places for motorcycle accidents to occur Ride where other moto...
Page 9: ...ld or goggles Wind in your unprotected eyes could 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 loose fitting clothes otherwise they could catch on the control levers footrests or wheels and cause injury or an accident Never touch the engine or exh...
Page 10: ...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 carry cargo that would impair the perfor mance of your motorcycle Care fully inspect the accessory before using it to make sure that it does not in any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearan...
Page 11: ...quate ventilation Always turn the engine 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 motorcycle in a place where pe destrians or children are not like ly to touch these hot areas Do not park the motorcycle on a slope or soft ground otherwise it may fa...
Page 12: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 5 1 EAU10381 Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle U12C20E0 book Page 5 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 PM ...
Page 13: ...i Lire le manuel du propriétaire avant d utiliser ce véhicule Lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung bevor Sie dieses Fahrzeug fahren Antes de conducir este vehículo lea el Manual del Propietario 5RU 21568 00 280 2 80 41 280 2 80 41 1D7 21668 00 Cold tire normal pressure should be set as follows U12C20E0 book Page 6 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 PM ...
Page 14: ... injection system fuse page 6 27 5 Fuse box page 6 27 6 Main fuse page 6 27 7 Helmet holder page 3 15 8 License plate light page 6 31 9 Rear turn signal light page 6 31 10 Engine oil level check window page 6 9 11 Shift pedal page 3 11 12 Engine oil filler cap page 6 9 U12C20E0 book Page 1 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 PM ...
Page 15: ...6 26 5 Air filter element page 6 13 6 Fuel tank cap page 3 12 7 Front brake fluid reservoir page 6 19 8 Brake pedal page 3 12 9 Engine oil filter cartridge page 6 9 10 Engine oil drain bolt page 6 9 11 Coolant reservoir page 6 11 12 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 15 U12C20E0 book Page 2 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 PM ...
Page 16: ...ever page 3 11 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 9 3 Multi function meter unit page 3 6 4 Main switch steering lock page 3 2 5 Right handlebar switches page 3 9 6 Throttle grip page 6 14 7 Brake lever page 3 11 U12C20E0 book Page 3 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 PM ...
Page 17: ...DIATELY IF IT IS LOST If the code re reg istering key is lost registering new codes in the standard keys is impossible The standard keys can still be used to start the vehicle however if code re registering is required i e if a new standard key is made or all keys are lost the entire immobi lizer system must be replaced Therefore it is highly recom mended to use either standard key and keep the co...
Page 18: ...d bow keep it in a safe place and only use it for code re registering EAU38530 ON All electrical circuits are supplied with power the meter lighting taillight li cense plate light and auxiliary light come on and the engine can be start ed The key cannot be removed NOTE The headlight comes on automatically when the engine is started and stays on until the key is turned to OFF even if the engine sta...
Page 19: ...ched off which may result in loss of control or an accident Make sure that the vehicle is stopped be fore turning the key to OFF or LOCK EAU34341 Parking The steering is locked and the taillight license plate light and auxiliary light are on The hazard lights and turn signal lights can be turned on but all other electrical systems are off The key can be removed The steering must be locked before t...
Page 20: ... oil lev el detection circuit is defective the following cycle will be repeated un til the malfunction is corrected The oil level warning light will flash ten times then go off for 2 5 seconds If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU42740 Fuel level warning light This warning light comes on when the fuel level drops below approximately 3 7 L 0 98 US gal 0 81 Imp gal When this occu...
Page 21: ...ive When this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the self diagno sis system See page 3 6 for an expla nation of the self diagnosis device The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON If the warning light does not come on for a few seconds then go off have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit EAU38620 Immobilizer system indicator light The electrical ci...
Page 22: ... set to zero a fuel reserve tripmeter which shows the distance traveled on the fuel reserve a clock a self diagnosis device a brightness control mode NOTE Be sure to turn the key to ON before using the SELECT switch and RESET switch except for setting the brightness control mode Speedometer When the key is turned to ON the speedometer needle will sweep once across the speed range and then return t...
Page 23: ...ay between the various tripmeter odometer and clock modes in the following order F TRIP TRIP 1 TRIP 2 Clock ODO F TRIP NOTE Push the side of the SELECT switch to switch the display in the re verse order To reset a tripmeter select it by push ing the or side of the SE LECT switch and then push the RESET switch for at least one sec ond If you do not reset the fuel reserve tripmeter manually it will ...
Page 24: ...here are no other immobi lizer keys close to the main switch and do not keep more than one immobilizer key on the same key ring Immobilizer system keys may cause signal interfer ence which may prevent the engine from starting 2 If the engine starts turn it off and try starting the engine with the standard keys 3 If one or both of the standard keys do not start the engine take the vehicle the code ...
Page 25: ...ndlebar switches Left Right EAU12350 Pass switch Press this switch to flash the headlight EAU12400 Dimmer switch Set this switch to for the high beam and to for the low beam EAU12460 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 switch returns to the center 1 Pass switch 2 Dimmer switch 3 Turn signal switch 4 Ho...
Page 26: ...a malfunction EAU12733 Hazard switch With the key in the ON or posi tion use this switch to turn on the haz ard lights simultaneous flashing of all turn signal lights The hazard lights are used in case of an emergency or to warn other drivers when your vehicle is stopped where it might be a traffic hazard CAUTION ECA10061 Do not use the hazard lights for an extended length of time with the en gine...
Page 27: ...gni tion circuit cut off system See page 3 17 EAU12880 Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and is used in com bination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5 speed con stant mesh transmission equipped on 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 ha...
Page 28: ...ank cap can be opened To close the fuel tank cap 1 Push the fuel tank cap into position with the key inserted in the lock 2 Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position remove it and then close the lock cover NOTE The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un less the key is in the lock In addition the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly closed and locked WARNING EWA11090 Make sure ...
Page 29: ...TION ECA11400 Use only unleaded gasoline The use of leaded gasoline will cause severe damage to internal engine parts such as the valves and piston rings as well as to the exhaust system Your Yamaha engine has been de signed to use regular unleaded gaso line with a research octane number of 91 or higher If knocking or pinging oc curs use a gasoline of a different brand or premium unleaded fuel Use...
Page 30: ...e catalytic converter Never park the vehicle near pos sible fire hazards such as grass or other materials that easily burn Do not allow the engine to idle too long EAU42750 Rider seat To remove the rider seat 1 Insert the key into the seat lock and then turn it counterclockwise 2 Lift the front of the seat up and then pull the seat off To install the rider seat 1 Insert the projection on the rear ...
Page 31: ...elmet from the hel met holder Remove the rider seat remove the hel met from the helmet holder and then install the seat EAU42540 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly This shock absorber 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 preload CAUTION ECA...
Page 32: ...ay as this will result in poor damping per formance Always have a Yamaha dealer service the shock absorber EAU15301 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 NOTE The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situations See furthe...
Page 33: ... 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 running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sid estand is moved down Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut off system according to the following procedure WARNING EWA10...
Page 34: ... 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 reliable if performed with a warmed up engine The neutral switch may be defective The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The sidestand switch may be defective The motorcycle sho...
Page 35: ...ences 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 used Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very short time and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved WARNING EWA11150 If any item in the Pre operation check list is not wor...
Page 36: ...dealer bleed hydraulic system Check lever free play Adjust if necessary Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid level in reservoir If necessary add recommended brake fluid to specified level Check hydraulic system for leakage 6 18 6 19 6 19 Rear brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check ...
Page 37: ...operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 6 22 Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 6 23 Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivot if necessary 6 23 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened Tighten if necessary Instruments lights signals and switches...
Page 38: ...nd 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 17 Never ride with the sidestand down 1 Turn the key to ON and make sure that the engine stop switch is set to CAUTION ECA15680 The following warning lights and in dicator light should come on for a few seconds then go off Oil l...
Page 39: ...OTE To shift the transmission into the neu tral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it CAUTION ECA10260 Even 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 only when the engine is...
Page 40: ...ollow ing material carefully Since the engine is brand new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided EAU17021 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolonged operation ...
Page 41: ...engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn CAUTION ECA10380 Never park in an area where there are fire hazards such as grass or other flammable materials U12C20E0 book Page 4 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 PM ...
Page 42: ... not familiar with mainte nance work have a Yamaha dealer do it for you EAU17360 Owner s tool kit The owner s tool kit is located under the rider seat See page 3 14 The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner 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 ...
Page 43: ...OMETER READING 1000 km ANNUAL CHECK 1 10 20 30 40 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage 2 Spark plugs Check condition Clean and regap Replace 3 Valves Check valve clearance Adjust 4 Air filter element Replace 5 Clutch Check operation Adjust 6 Front brake Check operation fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage Replace brake pads Whenever worn to the limit 7 Rear brake Check operation ...
Page 44: ...m soap based grease Every 20000 km 15 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened 16 Sidestand Check operation Lubricate 17 Sidestand switch Check operation 18 Front fork Check operation and for oil leakage 19 Shock absorber assem bly Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage 20 Rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points Check operat...
Page 45: ...d calipers and change the brake fluid 23 Engine oil filter car tridge Replace 24 Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage Change Every 3 years 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 26 Moving parts and ca bles Lubricate 27 Throttle grip housing and cable Check operation and free play Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary Lubricate the throttle grip ho...
Page 46: ...PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6 5 6 Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U12C20E0 book Page 5 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 PM ...
Page 47: ... To remove the panel Remove the bolts and then take the panel off To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and then install the bolts EAU42571 Panels B and C To remove the panels Remove the bolt and the quick fastener screw from each panel lift the panels upward enough to separate them and then remove them as shown 1 Panel A 2 Panel B 1 Panel C 1 Panel A 2 Bolt 1 Panel B 2 Qui...
Page 48: ... deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode the spark plugs should be removed and checked in accordance with the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart In addition the condition of the spark plugs can re veal the condition of the engine To remove a spark plug 1 Remove the appropriate spark plug cover rear right or front left by removing the bolts 2 Remove the spark plug cap 1 Panel C ...
Page 49: ...other deposits and replace it if necessary To install a spark plug 1 Measure the spark plug gap with a wire thickness gauge and if nec essary adjust the gap to specifica tion 2 Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface and then wipe off any grime from the spark plug threads 3 Install the spark plug with the spark plug wrench and then tight en it to the specified torque NOTE...
Page 50: ...l level through the check window located at the bottom left side of the crank case NOTE The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 4 If the engine oil is below the mini mum level mark add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level To change the engine oil with or without oil filter cartridge replace ment 1 Start the engine warm it up for sever...
Page 51: ...d then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench 7 Install the engine oil drain bolt and then tighten it to the specified torque 8 Add the specified amount of the recommended engine oil and then install and tighten the oil filler cap 1 Oil filter cartridge 2 Oil filter wrench 1 O ring 1 Torque wrench Tightening torque Oil filter cartridge 17 Nm 1 7 m kgf 12 ft lbf Tightening torque E...
Page 52: ... check the vehicle 10 Turn the engine off and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary EAU20070 Coolant The coolant level should be checked before each ride In addition the cool ant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU42630 To check the coolant level 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion N...
Page 53: ...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 Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot 5 Install the panel NOTE The radiator fan is automatically switched on or off according to the coolant temperature in the radia tor If the engine...
Page 54: ...ter element more frequently if you are riding in un usually wet or dusty areas 1 Remove the air filter case cover by removing the bolts 2 Pull the air filter element out 3 Insert a new air filter element into the air filter case CAUTION ECA10480 Make sure that the 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 inst...
Page 55: ...cified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU32652 Tires To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motor cycle note the following points regarding the specified tires Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be checked and if necessary adjusted before each ride WARNING EWA10500 The tire air pressure must be checked and adjusted on cold tires i e when t...
Page 56: ... on both sides Adjust the suspension and tire air pressure with regard to the load Check the tire condition and air pressure before each ride Tire inspection Always check the tires before operating the motorcycle If a tire tread shows crosswise lines minimum tread depth if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it or if the sidewall is cracked con tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and have the t...
Page 57: ...isted below have been ap proved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd EAU21960 Cast wheels To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your vehicle note the following points regarding the specified wheels The wheel rims should be checked for cracks bends or warpage be fore each ride If any damage is found have a Yamaha dealer re place the wheel Do not attempt even the smallest re...
Page 58: ... be obtained as de scribed above tighten the locknut and skip the rest of the procedure otherwise proceed as follows 4 Fully turn the adjusting bolt in di rection a to loosen the clutch ca ble 5 Remove panels B and C See page 6 6 6 Loosen the locknut further down the clutch cable 7 To increase the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting nut in direc tion a To decrease the clutch le ver free play...
Page 59: ... there is air in the hy draulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the motorcycle Air in the hydraulic system will dimin ish the braking performance which may result in loss of con trol and an accident EAU22270 Adjusting the rear brake light switch The rear brake light switch which is ac tivated by the brake pedal is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on just b...
Page 60: ... worn 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 the lining thickness If a brake pad is damaged or if the lining thickness is less than 0 8 mm 0 03 in have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU22580 Checking the brake fluid level Fr...
Page 61: ...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 or plastic parts Al ways clean 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 hav...
Page 62: ...t slack by subtracting the measurement not ed in step 2 from the measurement noted in step 3 5 If the drive belt slack is incorrect have a Yamaha dealer adjust it EAU23100 Checking and lubricating the cables The operation of all control cables and the condition of the cables should be checked before each ride and the ca bles and cable ends should be lubricat ed if necessary If a cable is damaged o...
Page 63: ...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 checked before each ride and the pedal pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all pur pose grease U12C20E0 book Page 22 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 P...
Page 64: ...nd lubricating the sidestand The operation of 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 down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all pur pose grease Recommended lubricant Lithium soap...
Page 65: ...e 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 it falling over Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion 2 While applying t...
Page 66: ...ust 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 Securely 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...
Page 67: ...ent 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 shield your eyes when working near batteries In case of contact administer the fol lowing FIRST AID EXTERNAL Flush with plenty of water INTERNAL Drink large quan tities of water or milk and im mediately...
Page 68: ... con nected to the battery terminals CAUTION ECA10630 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage To charge a sealed type MF battery a special constant volt age battery charger is required Using a conventional battery charger will damage the battery If you do not have access to a sealed type MF battery charg er have a Yamaha dealer charge your ba...
Page 69: ...ealer check the electrical system 1 Main fuse 2 Fuse box 3 Fuel injection system fuse 4 Fuel injection system spare fuse 1 Signaling system fuse 2 Ignition fuse 3 Parking lighting fuse 4 Radiator fan fuse 5 Backup fuse for odometer clock and immo bilizer system 6 Headlight fuse 7 Spare fuse Specified fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A Par...
Page 70: ...out replace it as follows 1 Remove the turn signal light brack et cover by removing the bolts 2 Remove the headlight unit by re moving the bolts on each side 3 Disconnect the headlight coupler and then remove the bulb cover 4 Unhook the headlight bulb holder and then remove the defective bulb 1 Turn signal light bracket cover 2 Bolt 1 Bolt 1 Headlight bulb cover 2 Headlight coupler U12C20E0 book P...
Page 71: ...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 thinner 6 Install the headlight bulb cover and then connect the coupler 7 Install the headlight unit by install ing the bolts 8 Place the turn signal light bracket cover in the original position and then ins...
Page 72: ... turn signal light bulb 1 Remove the turn signal lens by re moving 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 then turn it clock wise until it stops 4 Install the lens by installing the screws CAUTION ECA10680 Do not overtighten the screws oth erwise the lens may break EAU42482 Replacing the license pl...
Page 73: ...e the license plate light unit in the original position and then in stall the license plate light cover by installing the bolts EAU42870 Replacing the auxiliary light bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out re place it as follows 1 Remove the headlight unit See page 6 29 2 Remove the auxiliary light socket together with the coupler by turn ing the socket counterclockwise 3 Remove the defective ...
Page 74: ...efore starting any maintenance A strong wooden box can be placed under the engine for added stability To service the front wheel 1 Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle by using a motorcycle stand or if an additional motorcycle stand is not available by placing a jack un der the frame in front of the rear wheel 2 Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand To service the rear w...
Page 75: ...oubleshooting 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 technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment parts Imitation parts may look like Yamaha parts but they are often inferi o...
Page 76: ...here is no compression 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 spark plugs Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric starte...
Page 77: ...d 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 recommended coolant as soon as possible Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the reservoir and radiator The coolant level is OK The coolant level is low Check the cooling system for lea...
Page 78: ...the muffler outlet with a plastic bag 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 stalled 3 Remove extremely stubborn dirt like oil burnt onto the crankcase with a degreasing agent and a brush but never apply such prod ucts onto seals gaskets the drive belt and wheel axles Alway...
Page 79: ...ea is covered with a wet cloth for a few minutes before cleaning After riding in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads during winter are extremely corrosive in combination with water carry out the following steps after each ride in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads NOTE Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may remain well into spring 1 C...
Page 80: ... oil or wax to any rubber and plastic parts but treat them with a suitable care product Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint NOTE Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use EAU26280 Storage Short term Always store your motorcycle in a cool dry place and if necessary protect it against dust with a porous cover CAUTION ECA10810 Storing the motorcy...
Page 81: ... ground the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over 4 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the side stand centerstand 5 Check and if necessary correct the tire air pressure and then lift the motorcycle so that both of its wheels are off the ground Alterna tively turn the wheels a little every month in order to prevent the tires fro...
Page 82: ...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 2 22 US qt 1 85 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Oil coated paper element Fuel Recommended fuel Unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 19 0 L 5 02 US gal 4 18 Imp gal Fuel reserve amount 3 7 L 0 98 US gal 0 81 Imp gal ...
Page 83: ... type Cast wheel Rim size 16M C x MT3 00 Rear wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 16M C x MT4 50 Front brake Type Dual disc brake Operation Right hand operation Recommended fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Single disc brake Operation Right foot operation Recommended fluid DOT 4 Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Spring shock absorber type Coil spring oil damper Wheel travel 135 0 mm 5 31 in Rear su...
Page 84: ...Turn signal indicator light LED Fuel level warning light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Immobilizer system indicator light LED Fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A Parking lighting fuse 10 0 A Radiator fan fuse 20 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A Backup fuse 10 0 A U12C20E0 book Page 3 Wednes...
Page 85: ...ification 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 number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record this number in the space pro vided NOTE The vehicle identification number is used to identify your motorcycle and may be used to register your mot...
Page 86: ...EM PROHIBITED Owners are warned that the law may prohibit a The removal or rendering inopera tive by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the pur pose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate pur chaser or while it is in use and b The use of the vehicle after such devic...
Page 87: ... cut off system 3 17 Immobilizer system 3 1 Immobilizer system indicator light 3 5 Indicator and warning lights 3 4 K Key identification number 9 1 L Labels location of 1 5 License plate light bulb replacing 6 31 M Main switch steering lock 3 2 Matte color caution 7 1 Model label 9 2 Multi function meter unit 3 6 N Neutral indicator light 3 4 Noise regulation for Australia 9 2 O Oil level warning ...
Page 88: ...6 35 Turn signal indicator light 3 4 Turn signal light bulb replacing 6 31 Turn signal switch 3 9 V Valve clearance 6 14 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Wheel bearings checking 6 26 Wheels 6 16 U12C20E0 book Page 2 Wednesday October 18 2006 3 54 PM ...
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