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1. Muffler
2. Owner’s tool kit (page 7-2)

3. Passenger backrest (page 4-13)

4. Passenger seat (page 4-12)
5. Shock absorber assembly air valve (page 4-18)

6. Rider seat (page 4-12)

7. Fuel tank (page 4-9)
8. Front fork air valve (page 4-17)

9. Windshield (page 4-15/4-6)
10.Headlight (page 7-34)

11.Front turn signal/position lights (page 7-35)

12.Fuse box 1 (page 7-32)
13.Brake pedal (page 4-8)

14.Rider footrest

15.Passenger footrest

U1D614E0.book Page 2 Thursday, May 15, 2008 2:13 PM

Summary of Contents for XVZ13CTY(C)

Page 1: ...1D6 28199 14 XVZ13CTY C XVZ13CTSY C OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle LIT 11626 22 31...

Page 2: ...EAU10042 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U1D614E0 book Page 1 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM...

Page 3: ...maintain 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 Yama...

Page 4: ...ey 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 indicat...

Page 5: ...Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition May 2008 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Pri...

Page 6: ...cold engine 6 1 Starting a warm engine 6 2 Shifting 6 3 Engine break in 6 4 Parking 6 5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 7 1 Owner s tool kit 7 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control...

Page 7: ...e headlight bulb 7 34 Replacing a turn signal light bulb or the tail brake light bulb 7 35 Supporting the motorcycle 7 35 Troubleshooting 7 36 Troubleshooting charts 7 37 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 8...

Page 8: ...vehicle 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 labe...

Page 9: ...LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 2 1 1 5 CALIFORNIA ONLY 3 2 4 U1D614E0 book Page 2 Thursday May 15 2008 2 13 PM...

Page 10: ...assenger 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...

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: ...ght distribution or aerody namic changes If accessories are added to the handlebar or front fork area they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories...

Page 14: ...12 3 Fuel cock page 4 11 4 Fuel tank cap page 4 9 5 Battery page 7 31 6 Coolant reservoir page 7 17 7 Fuse box 2 page 7 32 8 Helmet holder page 4 14 9 Sidecase page 4 16 10 Tail brake light page 7 35...

Page 15: ...rber assembly air valve page 4 18 6 Rider seat page 4 12 7 Fuel tank page 4 9 8 Front fork air valve page 4 17 9 Windshield page 4 15 4 6 10 Headlight page 7 34 11 Front turn signal position lights pa...

Page 16: ...lutch lever page 4 7 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 6 3 Speedometer unit page 4 3 4 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 5 Right handlebar switches page 4 6 6 Throttle grip page 7 20 7 Brake lever pag...

Page 17: ...ing Otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off which may result in loss of control or an accident EAU10691 LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are off The key can be re m...

Page 18: ...trical 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 cir cuit TIP E...

Page 19: ...s on when the transmission is in overdrive 5th gear EAU11482 Engine trouble warning light This warning light comes on if a prob lem is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the engine If this...

Page 20: ...n 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 onds 2...

Page 21: ...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 TIP Pressing the cruise contro...

Page 22: ...l 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 contr...

Page 23: ...an intersec 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...

Page 24: ...this motorcycle TIP 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 to...

Page 25: ...fuel tank cap is properly installed before riding Leaking fuel is a fire hazard EAU13212 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank WARNING EWA10881 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extre...

Page 26: ...ne 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 pump octane number R M 2 of 86 or higher or...

Page 27: ...With the fuel cock lever in this position fuel flows to the carburetors Turn the fuel cock lever to this position when starting the engine and riding RES This indicates reserve With the fuel cock lev...

Page 28: ...are brackets on the right side of the steering head pipe for lock ing the steering with a padlock To do so turn the handlebar until the holes in the two brackets are aligned and then lock the steerin...

Page 29: ...ide of the backrest downward 2 Push the backrest forward until it stops then lift it upward and re move it by pulling it to the rear as shown To install the backrest Place the backrest in the original...

Page 30: ...helmet holder lock and then turn the key as shown 2 Remove the helmet holding cable from the left sidecase See page 4 16 3 Pass the helmet holding cable through the buckle on the helmet strap and the...

Page 31: ...shield forward 2 To remove the windshield pull it upward as shown To install the windshield 1 Place the windshield in the original position as shown 2 Push the lever on each side of the windshield bac...

Page 32: ...9 kg 20 lb for each sidecase Do not exceed the maximum load of 201 kg 443 lb for the ve hicle Do not exceed 120 km h 80 mi h when riding with luggage in the sidecases otherwise han dling could be affe...

Page 33: ...ng rate NOTICE ECA10091 To avoid damaging the front fork oil seals do not exceed the maximum air pressure Adjust the spring rate as follows 1 Place the vehicle on the sidestand When checking and adjus...

Page 34: ...wner s tool kit 4 To increase the spring rate and thereby harden the suspension in crease the air pressure with an air pump To decrease the spring rate and thereby soften the suspen sion decrease the...

Page 35: ...in fulfilling the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be fore starting off Therefore check this system regularly as described below and have a Yamaha dealer re pair it if it does not function pro...

Page 36: ...0 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...

Page 37: ...xceed 5 A or 60 W otherwise the battery may discharge WARNING EWA12531 To prevent electrical shock or short circuiting make sure that the cap is installed when the auxiliary DC con nector is not being...

Page 38: ...d in the Owner s Manual WARNING EWA11151 Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage Do not operate the vehicle if you find any pro...

Page 39: ...g system for leakage 7 17 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 necessa...

Page 40: ...ition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 7 21 7 23 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 7 28 Brake and clutch lev...

Page 41: ...r light should come on If not ask a Yamaha dealer to check the electrical circuit 4 Turn the starter choke on and completely close the throttle See page 4 12 5 Start the engine by pushing the start sw...

Page 42: ...e engine up before starting off Never accel erate hard when the engine is cold ECA11131 7 When the engine is warm turn the starter choke off TIP The engine is warm when it responds normally to the thr...

Page 43: ...ut and accelerate 1 Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch 2 Shift the transmission into first gear The neutral indicator light should go out 3 Open the throttle gradually and at the same time...

Page 44: ...nces During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided EAU17042 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 1 3 thro...

Page 45: ...ce the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the ve...

Page 46: ...nning engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine while ser vicing can lead to eye injury burns fire or carb...

Page 47: ...n 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 may be necessary to perform certain m...

Page 48: ...cessary 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 49: ...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 fluid...

Page 50: ...Apply silicone grease lightly 13 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 14 Clutch lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 15 Shift pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap...

Page 51: ...y 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 or 1 month and thereafter every 16000 mi...

Page 52: ...fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required 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...

Page 53: ...o 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 inst...

Page 54: ...shown To install the cowling 1 Place the cowling in the original position and then install the bolts TIP Make sure that the projection fits into the grommet 2 Install cowling A EAU35860 Panels A and B...

Page 55: ...el 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 insta...

Page 56: ...e 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 TIP If any s...

Page 57: ...cracks or damage Replace if dam aged Make sure the vent hose is not blocked Clean it if necessary EAU19907 Engine oil and oil filter car tridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride...

Page 58: ...he engine to collect the used oil 4 Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase TIP Skip steps 5 7 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 5 Remove th...

Page 59: ...o 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 specif...

Page 60: ...ed for oil leakage before each ride If any leakage is found have a Yamaha deal er check and repair the vehicle In addi tion the final gear oil level must be checked and the oil changed as follows at t...

Page 61: ...n bolt and then tighten it to the specified torque 4 Refill with the recommended final gear oil to the brim of the filler hole TIP GL4 is a quality rating Hypoid gear oils rated GL5 or GL6 may also be...

Page 62: ...at See page 4 12 open the reservoir cap add coolant to the maximum level mark and then close the reservoir cap and install the rider seat WARNING Re move only the coolant reservoir cap Never attempt t...

Page 63: ...n the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Clean or if necessary replace the air filter elements more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas 1 Remove cowlings A and B See p...

Page 64: ...r element is properly seated in the air filter case The engine should never be operat ed without the air filter element installed otherwise the pis ton s and or cylinder s may become excessively worn...

Page 65: ...g the engine idling speed Check the engine idling speed and if necessary have it adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance and lu brication chart EAU21382 Che...

Page 66: ...im proper tire pressure may cause se vere injury or death from loss of control The tire air pressure must be checked and adjusted on cold tires i e when the temperature of the tires equals the ambient...

Page 67: ...should also be left to a Yamaha dealer Tire information This motorcycle is equipped with cast wheels and tubeless tires WARNING EWA10461 The front and rear tires should be of the same make and design...

Page 68: ...roken in for it to develop its optimal characteris tics After repairing or replacing the rear tire tighten the valve stem nut and locknut to the specified torques EAU22073 Clutch lever Since this mode...

Page 69: ...ft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system If there is air in the hy draulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the mot...

Page 70: ...indicator grooves have almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU22470 Rear brake pads Each rear brake pad is provided with a wear indicator groove which allows you t...

Page 71: ...commended quality brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage and poor braking or clutch performance Refill with the same type of brake fluid Mixing fluids may result in a h...

Page 72: ...trol 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 or does not move smoothly have a...

Page 73: ...the pedal pivots should be lu bricated if necessary EAU43600 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and th...

Page 74: ...nd and distract the operator re sulting in a possible loss of control EAUM1650 Lubricating the swingarm piv ots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat ed at the intervals specified in the peri odic main...

Page 75: ...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 76: ...ll seals as this would permanent 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 ey...

Page 77: ...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 battery before in stallation 4 After installation make sure that the battery...

Page 78: ...urn 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 Cruise control fuse 2 Carburetor heat...

Page 79: ...a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner 1 Remove the headlight unit by re moving the screws 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler and then remove the bulb cover 3 Unhook the headlight bulb holder and...

Page 80: ...removing the front and rear wheel 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 maintenanc...

Page 81: ...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 82: ...eck 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 T...

Page 83: ...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 84: ...is scratched use a quality plastic polishing com 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...

Page 85: ...ome cleaning compounds for plastics may leave scratches on the windshield Before using such clean ers test an area of the windshield which does not affect your visibility and which cannot be easily re...

Page 86: ...ry from sparking make sure to ground the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over EWA10951 e Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs and then install the spark plugs and the spark p...

Page 87: ...qt 3 26 Imp qt Final gear oil Type SAE 80 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...

Page 88: ...ar 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Loading condition 90 201 kg 198 443 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 16M C x MT3 50 Rear whe...

Page 89: ...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 90: ...entification 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...

Page 91: ...el is affixed to the frame under the rider seat See page 4 12 Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer...

Page 92: ...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 93: ...icle 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...

Page 94: ...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 95: ...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 U1D614E0 book Page 6 Thursday May 15...

Page 96: ...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 97: ...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 98: ...Handlebar switches 4 6 Headlight bulb replacing 7 34 Helmet holder 4 14 High beam indicator light 4 2 Horn switch 4 7 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 19 Indicator and...

Page 99: ...Troubleshooting 7 36 Troubleshooting charts 7 37 Turn signal indicator light 4 2 Turn signal light bulb or tail brake light bulb replacing 7 35 Turn signal switch 4 7 V Valve clearance 7 21 Vehicle i...

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Page 102: ...PRINTED IN JAPAN 2008 05 0 3 1 CR E PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD...

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