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Yamaha FJR1300AE Owner's Manual

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    Dic183 fjr1300ae owner’s manual read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. 2pd-28199-e0 [english (e)].

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    Eau50921 rea d this manual carefully b efore operatin g this vehicle. This manual shoul d stay with this vehicle if it is sol d . General manager of quality assurance div. Date of issue: 1 aug. 2002 place of issue: shizuoka, japan declaration of conformity yamaha motor electronics co., ltd. 1450-6, ...

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    Introduction eau10103 welcome to the yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the fjr1300ae, you are benefiting from yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take...

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    Important manual information eau10134 particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: *product and specifications are subject to change without notice. This is the safety alert sym b ol. It is use d to alert you to potential personal injury hazar d s. O...

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    Important manual information eau10201 fjr1300ae owner’s manual ©2013 b y yamaha motor co., lt d . 1st e d ition, june 2013 all ri g hts reserve d . Any reprintin g or unauthorize d use without the written permission of yamaha motor co., lt d . Is expressly prohi b ite d . Printe d in japan. U2pde0e0...

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    Table of contents safety information .................. 1-1 description .................................. 2-1 left view ......................................... 2-1 right view ....................................... 2-2 controls and instruments ............... 2-3 instrument and control functions ...

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    Table of contents checking and lubricating the centerstand and sidestand ........6-28 lubricating the rear suspension ....6-29 lubricating the swingarm pivots ...6-29 checking the front fork..................6-29 checking the steering ...................6-30 checking the wheel bearings ........6-30 ...

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    1-1 1 safety information eau1028b be a responsi b le owner as the vehicle’s owner, you are re- sponsible for the safe and proper oper- ation of your motorcycle. Motorcycles are single-track vehicles. Their safe use and operation are de- pendent upon the use of proper riding techniques as well as the...

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    Safety information 1-2 1 many accidents involve inexperi- enced operators. In fact, many op- erators who have been involved in accidents do not even have a cur- rent motorcycle license. • make sure that you are qualified and that you only lend your mo- torcycle to other qualified oper- ators. • know...

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    Safety information 1-3 1 avoi d car b on monoxi d e poisonin g all engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause head- aches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odor- less, tasteless gas which m...

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    Safety information 1-4 1 tents, can create unstable han- dling or a slow steering re- sponse. This vehicle is not d esi g ne d to pull a trailer or to b e attache d to a si d ecar. Genuine yamaha accessories choosing accessories for your vehicle is an important decision. Genuine yamaha accessories, ...

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    Safety information 1-5 1 operator and may limit control ability, therefore, such accesso- ries are not recommended. Use caution when adding electri- cal accessories. If electrical ac- cessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle’s electrical sys- tem, an electric failure could re- sult, which cou...

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    Description 2-1 2 eau10411 left view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1. Coolant reservoir (page 6-16) 2. Accessory box (page 3-37) 3. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2) 4. Final gear oil filler bolt (page 6-14) 5. Final gear oil drain bolt (page 6-14) 6. Air filter element (page 6-17) 7. Shift pedal (page 3-27) 8....

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    Description 2-2 2 eau10421 ri g ht view 7 8 5,6 4 2 3 1 2 1. Storage compartment (page 3-36) 2. Electronically adjustable suspension system (page 3-40) 3. Fuel tank cap (page 3-30) 4. Windshield (page 3-13) 5. Fuses (page 6-32) 6. Battery (page 6-31) 7. Brake pedal (page 3-27) 8. Rear brake fluid re...

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    Description 2-3 2 eau10431 controls an d instruments 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 9 10,11 12 11 1. Clutch lever (page 3-26) 2. Rear view mirror (page 3-40) 3. Left handlebar switches (page 3-24) 4. Clutch fluid reservoir (page 6-24) 5. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-10) 6. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-1 3 eau10978 immo b ilizer system this vehicle is equipped with an immo- bilizer system to help prevent theft by re-registering codes in the standard keys. This system consists of the fol- lowing: a code re-registering key (with a red bow) two standard keys (with a...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-2 3 keep other immo b ilizer system keys away from the main switch as they may cause si g nal inter- ference. Eau10473 main switch/steerin g lock the main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering. The various...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-3 3 to lock the steering 1. Turn the handlebars all the way to the left or right. 2. Push the key in from the “off” position, and then turn it to “lock” while still pushing it. 3. Remove the key. To unlock the steering push the key into the main switch, and then tu...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-4 3 eau49394 in d icator li g hts an d warnin g li g hts eau11031 turn si g nal in d icator li g hts “ ” an d “ ” the corresponding indicator light flashes when the turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right. Eau11061 neutral in d icator li g ht “ ” this ind...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-5 3 eau11535 en g ine trou b le warnin g li g ht “ ” this warning light comes on or flashes if a problem is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the engine. If this oc- curs, have a yamaha dealer check the self-diagnosis system. (see page 3-23 for an expla...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-6 3 try to reset the traction control system and the lights by following the proce- dures under “resetting” on page 3-30. Eau55392 electronically a d justa b le suspen- sion system warnin g li g ht “ ” this warning light comes on if a prob- lem is detected in the e...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-7 3 eau54191 cruise control system this model is equipped with a cruise control system designed to maintain a set cruising speed. The cruise control system operates only when riding in 3rd gear at speeds between about 50 km/h (31 mi/h) and 160 km/h (100 mi/h), or 4...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-8 3 cruise control setting switch down will increase or decrease the speed contin- uously until the switch is released. You can also manually increase your traveling speed using the throttle. After you have accelerated, you can set a new cruising speed by pushing t...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-9 3 automatic deactivation of the cruise control system the cruise control system for this mod- el is electronically controlled and is linked with the other control systems. The cruise control system will auto- matically become deactivated under the following condi...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-10 3 trouble warning light is on, or while the cruise control system is malfunction- ing. Warning ewa16361 if the cruise control system is not workin g correctly, the “ ” in d icator li g ht will flash. If this occurs, turn the cruise control system off an d have a...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-11 3 a drive mode display (which shows the selected drive mode) a function display (which shows the selected function) an information display (which shows various information, such as the odometer reading) a setting mode display (which al- lows you to set, select, ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-12 3 play segments start flashing. If this occurs, have a yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. Eco in d icator this indicator comes on when the vehi- cle is being operated in an environ- mentally friendly, fuel-efficient manner. The indicator goes off when t...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-13 3 function d isplay push the menu switch “menu” to switch the display between the follow- ing functions. The display changes each time the switch is pushed. Grip warmer adjusting function information display selection function windshield adjusting function dampi...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-14 3 selectin g the information d isplay there are 3 information displays. The selected information display can be switched by pushing the select switch. The following items are shown in the information displays: an odometer display tripmeter displays a fuel reserv...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-15 3 “reset” button briefly so that the trip- meter flashes, and then push the “re- set” button again for at least 2 seconds while the tripmeter is flashing. If you do not reset the fuel reserve trip- meter manually, it will reset itself auto- matically and the dis...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-16 3 tip the selected information display can- not be switched while the message “hi” is flashing. Notice eca10022 do not continue to operate the en- g ine if it is overheatin g . Average fuel consumption display: the average fuel consumption display modes “km/l”, ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-17 3 the “l/100km” display shows the amount of fuel necessary to travel 100 km. For the uk only: the “mpg” dis- play shows the distance that can be traveled on 1.0 imp.Gal of fuel. Tip if traveling at speeds under 10 km/h (6.2 mi/h), “_ _._” will be displayed. Noti...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-18 3 adjusting the temperature levels of the grip warmer settings 1. Use the select switch to highlight “grip warmer”. 2. Push the menu switch “menu”. The grip warmer setting display will be shown and “high” will flash in the display. 3. Push the menu switch “menu”...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-19 3 tip the setting can be set to 10 tempera- ture levels. Resetting the maintenance counters 1. Use the select switch to highlight “maintenance”. 2. Push the menu switch “menu”, and then push the “reset” but- ton to select the item to reset. 3. While the selected...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-20 3 4. Push the menu switch “menu” to return to the setting mode menu. Selecting the units 1. Use the select switch to highlight “unit”. 2. Push the menu switch “menu”. The unit setting display will be shown and “km or mile” (for the uk only) or “km/l or l/100km” ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-21 3 selecting the display items 1. Use the select switch to highlight “display”. 2. Push the menu switch “menu”, use the select switch to highlight the display to change, and then push the menu switch “menu” again. 3. Use the select switch to highlight the item to...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-22 3 adjusting the meter panel brightness 1. Use the select switch to highlight “brightness”. 2. Push the menu switch “menu”. 3. Use the select switch to select the desired brightness level, and then push the menu switch “menu” to return to the setting mode menu. S...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-23 3 tip the odometer and the clock cannot be reset. Self- d ia g nosis d evice this model is equipped with a self-di- agnosis device for various electrical circuits. If a problem is detected in any of those circuits, the engine trouble warning light will come on a...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-24 3 eau49432 d-mo d e ( d rive mo d e) d-mode is an electronically controlled engine performance system with two mode selections (touring mode “t” and sports mode “s”). Push the drive mode switch “mode” to switch between modes. (see page 3-26 for an explanation of...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-25 3 ri g ht eau54201 dimmer/pass switch “ / /pass” set this switch to “ ” for the high beam and to “ ” for the low beam. To flash the high beam, push the pass side “pass” of the switch while the headlights are on low beam. Eau12461 turn si g nal switch “ / ” to si...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-26 3 eau54221 select switch “ / ” this switch is used to perform selec- tions in the function display and setting mode display of the multi-function me- ter unit. See “multi-function meter unit” on page 3-10 for detailed information. Eau54691 drive mo d e switch “m...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-27 3 eau12872 shift pe d al the shift pedal is located on the left side of the motorcycle and is used in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5-speed con- stant-mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle. Eau26825 brake lever the brak...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-28 3 eau54531 abs the yamaha abs (anti-lock brake system) features a dual electronic con- trol system, which acts on the front and rear brakes independently. Operate the brakes with abs as you would conventional brakes. If the abs is activated, a pulsating sensatio...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-29 3 eau54271 traction control system the traction control system helps maintain traction when accelerating on slippery surfaces, such as unpaved or wet roads. If sensors detect that the rear wheel is starting to slip (uncon- trolled spinning), the traction control...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-30 3 resettin g the traction control system will be dis- abled in the following conditions: the rear wheel is rotated with the centerstand down and the key in the “on” position. Either the front wheel or rear wheel comes off the ground while riding. Excessive rear ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-31 3 tip 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 ewa11092 make sure that the fuel tank cap is properly close d after fillin g fuel. Leakin g fue...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-32 3 ately. If g asoline spills on your skin, wash with soap an d water. If g aso- line spills on your clothin g , chan g e your clothes. Eau13323 notice eca11401 use only unlea d e d g asoline. The use of lea d e d g asoline will cause severe d ama g e to internal...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-33 3 notice eca10702 use only unlea d e d g asoline. The use of lea d e d g asoline will cause unre- paira b le d ama g e to the catalytic converter. Eau39496 seats passen g er seat to remove the passenger seat 1. Insert the key into the seat lock, and then turn it...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-34 3 to install the rider seat 1. Insert the projection on the front of the rider seat into the seat holder as shown, and then push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place. 2. Install the passenger seat. Tip make sure that the seats are prop- erly secured bef...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-35 3 3. Move the rider seat holder cover to the lower position as shown. 4. Install the rider seat height posi- tion adjuster so that the “h” mark is aligned with the match mark. 5. Insert the projection on the front of the rider seat into seat holder b as shown. 6...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-36 3 5. Insert the projection on the front of the rider seat into seat holder a as shown. 6. Align the projection on the bottom of the rider seat with the “l” posi- tion slot, and then push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place as shown. 7. Install the pass...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-37 3 when storing documents or other items in a storage compartment, be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so that they will not get wet. When wash- ing the vehicle, be careful not to let any water enter a storage compartment. Warning ewa14421 do not excee d the lo...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-38 3 eau39612 a d justin g the hea d li g ht b eams the headlight beam adjusting knobs are used to raise or lower the height of the headlight beams. It may be neces- sary to adjust the headlight beams to increase visibility and help prevent blinding oncoming driver...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-39 3 3. Insert the projections into the up- per slots, and then slide the panel backward. 4. Install the quick fastener. To close a cowlin g vent 1. Remove the quick fastener. 2. Slide the cowling vent panel for- ward to unhook its projections from the upper slots,...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-40 3 eau39672 rear view mirrors the rear view mirrors of this vehicle can be folded forward or backward for parking in narrow spaces. Fold the mir- rors back to their original position be- fore riding. Warning ewa14372 be sure to fol d the rear view mirrors b ack t...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-41 3 • if the electronically adjustable suspension system warning light remains on, have a yamaha dealer check the sus- pension system. To adjust the preload 1. Turn the key to “on”, start the en- gine, and then shift the transmis- sion into neutral. 2. Push the me...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-42 3 while the preload is being adjusted, the information display may change as follows. If the key is turned to “off” or the engine is stopped while the pre- load is being set, the following preload setting pictogram will flash to alert you that the current preloa...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-43 3 tip if the preload setting was not complet- ed correctly: the damping force setting and setting level will flash 4 times and cannot be adjusted if you try to adjust them while the vehicle is stopped. The preload setting pictogram will flash and the damping for...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-44 3 warning ewa16421 the rear shock a b sor b er assem b ly contains hi g hly pressurize d nitro g en g as. Rea d an d un d erstan d the fol- lowin g information b efore han d lin g the shock a b sor b er assem b ly. Do not tamper with or attempt to open the cylin...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-45 3 this system re g ularly an d have a yamaha d ealer repair it if it d oes not function properly. Eau54491 i g nition circuit cut-off system the ignition circuit cut-off system (comprising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the following...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-46 3 with the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. 2. Make sure that the start/engine stop switch is set to “ ”. 3. Turn the key on. 4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 5. Push the “ ” side of the start/engine stop switch. Does the engine...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-47 3 eau39656 auxiliary dc jack warning ewa14361 to prevent electrical shock or short- circuitin g , make sure that the cap is installe d when the auxiliary dc jack is not b ein g use d . Notice eca15432 the accessory connecte d to the auxiliary dc jack shoul d not...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-1 4 eau15598 inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the owner’s manual. Warning ewa11152 failure to inspect or maint...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-2 4 rear b rake • check operation. • if soft or spongy, have yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • check brake pads for wear. • replace if necessary. • check fluid level in reservoir. • if necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level. • check hyd...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-3 4 instruments, li g hts, si g nals an d switches • check operation. • correct if necessary. — si d estan d switch • check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. • if system is not working correctly, have yamaha dealer check vehicle. 3-44 item checks ...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-1 5 eau15952 read the owner’s manual carefully to become familiar with all controls. If there is a control or function you do not understand, ask your yamaha dealer. Warning ewa10272 failure to familiarize yourself with the controls can lea d to loss of con- t...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-2 5 notice eca11834 if a warnin g or in d icator li g ht d oes not come on initially when the key is turne d to “on”, or if a warnin g or in- d icator li g ht remains on, see pa g e 3-4 for the correspon d in g warnin g an d in d icator li g ht circuit check. ...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-3 5 notice eca10261 even with the transmission in the neutral position, d o not coast for lon g perio d s of time with the en g ine off, an d d o not tow the motorcycle for lon g d is- tances. The transmission is properly lu b ricate d only when the en g ine i...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-4 5 1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi) avoid prolonged operation above 5400 r/min. 1600 km (1000 mi) an d b eyon d the vehicle can now be operated nor- mally. Notice eca10311 keep the en g ine spee d out of the tachometer re d zone. If any en g ine trou b le shoul d o...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-1 6 eau17245 periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrication will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition possible. Safety is an obligation of the vehicle owner/operator. The most im- portant points of vehicle inspection, adjustment, and lu...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-2 6 eau17362 owner’s tool kit the owner’s tool kit is located under the rider seat. (see page 3-33.) 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 mainte...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-3 6 eau46862 tip the annual checks must b e performe d every year, except if a kilometer- b ase d maintenance, or for the uk, a milea g e- b ase d maintenance, is performe d instea d . From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 1000...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-4 6 eau1770g general maintenance an d lu b rication chart no. Item check or maintenance job odometer reading annual check 1000 km (600 mi) 10000 km (6000 mi) 20000 km (12000 mi) 30000 km (18000 mi) 40000 km (24000 mi) 1 air filter element • clean. √ √ • replace....

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-5 6 10 * swin g arm • check operation and for exces- sive play. √ √ √ √ • lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. Every 50000 km (30000 mi) 11 * steerin g b earin g s • check bearing play and steering for roughness. √ √ √ √ √ • lubricate with lithium-soap- ba...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-6 6 21 * rear suspension re- lay arm an d con- nectin g arm pivotin g points • check operation. √ √ √ √ • lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. √ √ 22 en g ine oil • change. • check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. √ √ √ √ √ √ 23 en g ine oil filter c...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-7 6 eau55251 tip the air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. Hydraulic brake and clutch service • regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake and clutch fluid levels. • every two years replace the intern...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-8 6 eau18772 removin g an d installin g pan- els the panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a panel needs to be removed and installed. Eau54133 panel a to remove the pane...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-9 6 3. Release the slot at the front of the panel from the projection on the front cowling, and then pull the panel off as shown. To install the panel 1. Fit the slot at the front of the panel under the projection on the front cowling, and then fit the slot at t...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-10 6 2. Install the bolts and the quick fas- teners. Panels b an d c to remove a panel 1. Remove the seats. (see page 3-33.) 2. Remove the bolts and the quick fastener screws. 3. Pull the bottom of the panel out- ward, pull the front of the panel downward, and t...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-11 6 eau19653 checkin g the spark plu g s the spark plugs are important engine components, which should be checked periodically, preferably by a yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- its will cause any spark plug to slowly erode, they should be removed and checke...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-12 6 eau19887 en g ine oil an d oil filter car- tri dg e the engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter car- tridge replaced at the intervals speci- fied in the periodic maintenance and lubricatio...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-13 6 tip an oil filter wrench is available at a yamaha dealer. 6. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the o-ring of the new oil filter cartridge. Tip make sure that the o-ring is properly seated. 7. Install the new oil filter cartridge, and then tighten it ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-14 6 notice eca11621 in or d er to prevent clutch slip- pa g e (since the en g ine oil also lu b ricates the clutch), d o not mix any chemical a dd itives. Do not use oils with a d iesel speci- fication of “cd” or oils of a hi g h- er quality than specifie d . I...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-15 6 2. Remove the final gear oil filler bolt and its gasket, and then check the oil level in the final gear case. Tip the oil level should be at the brim of the filler hole. 3. If the oil is below the brim of the filler hole, add sufficient oil of the recommend...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-16 6 eau20071 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. Eau54161 to check the coolant level 1. Place the vehicle on the c...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-17 6 eau33032 chan g in g the coolant the coolant must be changed at the in- tervals specified in the periodic main- tenance and lubrication chart. Have a yamaha dealer change the coolant. Warning! Never attempt to remove the ra d iator cap when the en g ine is ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-18 6 out with compressed air as shown. If the air filter element is damaged, replace it. 6. Insert the air filter element into the air filter case. Notice: make sure that the air filter element is properly seate d in the air filter case. The en g ine shoul d nev...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-19 6 eau21385 checkin g the throttle g rip free play the throttle grip free play should mea- sure 1.0–3.0 mm (0.04–0.12 in) at the inner edge of the throttle grip. Periodi- cally check the throttle grip free play and, if necessary, have a yamaha deal- er adjust ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-20 6 wei g ht of ri d er, passen g er, car- g o, an d accessories approve d for this mo d el. Warning ewa10512 never overloa d your vehicle. Opera- tion of an overloa d e d vehicle coul d cause an acci d ent. Tire inspection the tires must be checked before each...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-21 6 tire information this motorcycle is equipped with tube- less tires, tire air valves and cast wheels. Tires age, even if they have not been used or have only been used occasion- ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall rubber, sometimes accompanied by carcas...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-22 6 spee d ri d in g to ri d e conserva- tively for approximately 100 km (60 mi) after installin g a new tire. The tires must b e warme d up b efore a hi g h-spee d run. Always a d just the tire air pres- sure accor d in g to the operatin g con d itions. Eau219...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-23 6 eau37914 checkin g the b rake lever free play there should be no free play at the brake lever end. If there is free play, have a yamaha dealer inspect the brake system. Warning ewa14212 a soft or spon g y feelin g in the b rake lever can in d icate the pres...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-24 6 eau22393 checkin g the front an d rear b rake pa d s the front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals spec- ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Eau43432 front b rake pa d s the front brake calipers are equipped wi...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-25 6 rear b rake clutch tip the rear brake fluid reservoir is located behind panel c. (see page 6-8.) warning ewa16031 improper maintenance can result in loss of b rakin g a b ility or clutch oper- ation. O b serve these precautions: insufficient b rake or clutc...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-26 6 eau22754 chan g in g the b rake an d clutch flui d s have a yamaha dealer change the brake and clutch fluids at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. In addition, have the oil seals of the brake and clutch master cylinde...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-27 6 eau44275 checkin g an d lu b ricatin g the b rake an d shift pe d als the operation of the brake and shift pedals should be checked before each ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary. Brake pe d al shift pe d al eau43602 checkin g an...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-28 6 eau23215 checkin g an d lu b ricatin g the centerstan d an d si d estan d the operation of the centerstand and sidestand should be checked before each ride, and the pivots and metal-to- metal contact surfaces should be lubri- cated if necessary. Warning ewa...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-29 6 eau23252 lu b ricatin g the rear suspen- sion the pivoting points of the rear suspen- sion must be lubricated by a yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Eaum1653 lu b ricatin g the swin g arm piv- ots th...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-30 6 notice eca10591 if any d ama g e is foun d or the front fork d oes not operate smoothly, have a yamaha d ealer check or re- pair it. Eau45512 checkin g the steerin g worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger. Therefore, the operation of the steering ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-31 6 eau39526 battery the battery is located under panel a. (see page 6-8.) this model is equipped with a vrla (valve regulated lead acid) battery. There is no need to check the electro- lyte or to add distilled water. However, the battery lead connections need ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-32 6 is turne d to “off”, then connect the positive lea d b efore con- nectin g the ne g ative lea d . [eca16841] 4. After installation, make sure that the battery leads are properly con- nected to the battery terminals. Notice eca16531 always keep the b attery ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-33 6 2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage. Warning! Do not use a fuse of a hi g her ampera g e ratin g than recommen d e d to avoi d causin g extensive d am- a g e to the electrical system an d possi b ly a fire. [ewa15...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-34 6 eau40362 hea d li g ht b ul b if a headlight does not come on, have a yamaha dealer check its electrical circuit or replace the bulb. Notice eca16581 do not affix any type of tinte d film or stickers to the hea d li g ht lens. Eau54241 front turn si g nal l...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-35 6 5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by turning it clockwise. 6. Install the passenger seat. Eau24314 replacin g the license plate li g ht b ul b 1. Remove the license plate light unit by removing the screws. 2. Remove the license plate light bulb...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-36 6 eau54501 auxiliary li g ht this model is equipped with led-type auxiliary lights. If an auxiliary light does not come on, have a yamaha dealer check it. Eau25872 trou b leshootin g although yamaha motorcycles receive a thorough inspection before shipment fr...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-37 6 eau42505 trou b leshootin g charts startin g pro b lems or poor en g ine performance check the fuel level in the fuel tank. 1. Fuel there is enough fuel. There is no fuel. Check the battery. Supply fuel. The engine does not start. Check the battery. Remove ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-38 6 en g ine overheatin g warning ewat1041 do not remove the ra d iator cap when the en g ine an d ra d iator are hot. Scal d in g hot flui d an d steam may b e b lown out un d er pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en g ine h...

  • Page 108

    Motorcycle care and storage 7-1 7 eau37834 matte color caution notice eca15193 some mo d els are equippe d with matte colore d finishe d parts. Be sure to consult a yamaha d ealer for a d vice on what pro d ucts to use b e- fore cleanin g the vehicle. Usin g a b rush, harsh chemical pro d ucts or cl...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-2 7 off any d eter g ent resi d ue usin g plenty of water, as it is harmful to plastic parts. Do not use any harsh chemical pro d ucts on plastic parts. Be sure to avoi d usin g cloths or spon g es which have b een in contact with stron g or a b rasive cleanin g pro d u...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-3 7 windshield. Before using them, make a test by polishing an area which does not affect your visibility. After cleanin g 1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth. 2. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stainless- steel parts, including ...

  • Page 111

    Motorcycle care and storage 7-4 7 eau26244 stora g e short-term always store your motorcycle in a cool, dry place and, if necessary, protect it against dust with a porous cover. Be sure the engine and the exhaust sys- tem are cool before covering the mo- torcycle. Notice eca10811 storin g the motorc...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-5 7 tip make any necessary repairs before storing the motorcycle. U2pde0e0.Book page 5 monday, july 15, 2013 9:43 am.

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    Specifications 8-1 8 dimensions: overall length: 2230 mm (87.8 in) overall width: 750 mm (29.5 in) overall height: 1325/1455 mm (52.2/57.3 in) seat height: 805/825 mm (31.7/32.5 in) wheelbase: 1545 mm (60.8 in) ground clearance: 123 mm (4.84 in) minimum turning radius: 3200 mm (126.0 in) wei g ht: c...

  • Page 114

    Specifications 8-2 8 secondary reduction ratio: 2.698 (35/37 x 21/27 x 33/9) transmission type: constant mesh 5-speed operation: left foot operation gear ratio: 1st: 2.529 (43/17) 2nd: 1.773 (39/22) 3rd: 1.348 (31/23) 4th: 1.077 (28/26) 5th: 0.929 (26/28) chassis: frame type: diamond caster angle: 2...

  • Page 115

    Specifications 8-3 8 wheel travel: 125.0 mm (4.92 in) electrical system: ignition system: tci charging system: ac magneto battery: model: gt14b-4 voltage, capacity: 12 v, 12.0 ah hea d li g ht: bulb type: halogen bulb bul b volta g e, watta g e × quantity: headlight: 12 v, 60.0 w/55.0 w × 2 tail/bra...

  • Page 116

    Consumer information 9-1 9 eau48613 i d entification num b ers record the vehicle identification num- ber and model label information in the spaces provided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. Vehicle identification numb...

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    Index a abs....................................................... 3-28 abs warning light ................................... 3-5 accessory box...................................... 3-37 air filter element, cleaning .................... 6-17 auxiliary dc jack .................................. 3-47 ...

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    Index storage compartments .........................3-36 suspension, adjusting the front and rear .....................................................3-40 swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-29 t throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating..............................................

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    U2pde0e0.Book page 3 monday, july 15, 2013 9:43 am.

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    Printed in japan 2013.08-0.3×1 cr (e) dic183 printed on recycled paper original instructions.