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Yamaha Royal Star XVZ13CTC Owner's Manual

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    1d6-28199-13 xvz13ctx(c) xvz13ctsx(c) owner’s manual lit-11626-21-31.

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    Eau10041 u1d613e0.Book page 1 thursday, may 17, 2007 8:54 am.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction eau10080 congratulations on your purchase of the yamaha royal star™ series. This model is the result of yamaha’s vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made ya...

  • Page 4: Important Manual Information

    Important manual information eau10131 particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: note: ● this manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold. ● yamaha continuall...

  • Page 5: Important Manual Information

    Important manual information and until you have been trained in safe and proper riding techniques. Regular inspections and careful maintenance, along with good riding skills, will ensure that you safely enjoy the capabilities and the reliability of this motorcycle. *product and specifications are su...

  • Page 6: Important Manual Information

    Important manual information eau10192 xvz13ctx(c)/xvz13ctsx(c) owner’s manual ©2007 by yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. 1st edition, may 2007 all rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Is expressly prohibited. Printed in...

  • Page 7: Table of Contents

    Table of contents safety information ..................1-1 location of important labels ...........1-5 description ..................................2-1 left view ..........................................2-1 right view ........................................2-2 controls and instruments ..............

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers .............6-29 checking and lubricating the sidestand ...................................6-29 lubricating the swingarm pivots ...6-30 lubricating the rear suspension ...6-30 checking the front fork .................6-30 checki...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    1-1 1 safety information eau10251 motorcycles are single track vehicles. Their safe use and operation are dependent upon the use of proper riding techniques as well as the ex- pertise of the operator. Ev- ery operator should know the following requirements before riding this motor- cycle. He or she ...

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    Safety information 1-2 1 wide on a turn due to excessive speed or undercornering (insuffi- cient lean angle for the speed). • always obey the speed limit and never travel faster than warrant- ed by road and traffic conditions. • always signal before turning or changing lanes. Make sure that other mo...

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    Safety information 1-3 1 loading the total weight of the operator, pas- senger, accessories and cargo must not exceed the maximum load limit. When loading within this weight limit, keep the following in mind: ● cargo and accessory weight should be kept as low and close to the motorcycle as possible....

  • Page 12: Safety Information

    Safety information 1-4 1 tor and may limit control ability, therefore, such accessories are not recommended. ● use caution when adding electri- cal accessories. If electrical acces- sories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle’s electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could cause ...

  • Page 13: Safety Information

    Safety information 1-5 1 eau10381 location of important labels please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle. U1d613e0.Book page 5 thursday, may 17, 2007 8:54 am.

  • Page 14: Safety Information

    Safety information 1-6 1 1 5 california only 3 2 caution cleaning with alkaline or acid cleaner, gasoline or solvent will damage windshield. Use neutral detergent. 5jw-00 (5jw-2835y-00) 4 u1d613e0.Book page 6 thursday, may 17, 2007 8:54 am.

  • Page 15: Description

    Description 2-1 2 eau10410 left view 1. Shift pedal (page 3-8) 2. Starter (choke) knob (page 3-11) 3. Fuel cock (page 3-10) 4. Fuel tank cap (page 3-9) 5. Battery (page 6-32) 6. Coolant reservoir (page 6-16) 7. Fuse box 2 (page 6-33) 8. Helmet holder (page 3-14) 9. Sidecase (page 3-16) 10.Tail/brake...

  • Page 16: Description

    Description 2-2 2 eau10420 right view 1. Muffler 2. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1) 3. Passenger backrest (page 3-13) 4. Passenger seat 5. Shock absorber assembly air valve (page 3-17) 6. Rider seat (page 3-12) 7. Fuel tank (page 3-9) 8. Front fork air valve (page 3-17) 9. Windshield (page 3-15) 10.Head...

  • Page 17: Description

    Description 2-3 2 eau10430 controls and instruments 1. Clutch lever (page 3-7) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6) 3. Speedometer unit (page 3-3) 4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1) 5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-6) 6. Throttle grip (page 6-20) 7. Brake lever (page 3-8) u1d613e0.Book page...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-1 3 eau10460 main switch/steering lock the main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering. The various positions are described below. Eau10510 on all electrical systems are supplied with power, and the headlig...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-2 3 eau35141 acc (accessory) the auxiliary dc connector can be used in this position. Do not use the ac- cessory position for an extended period of time, otherwise the battery may dis- charge. The key cannot be removed. Eau11003 indicator and warning lights eau1102...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-3 3 eau11440 coolant temperature warning light “ ” this warning light comes on when the engine overheats. When this occurs, stop the engine immediately and allow the engine to cool. The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to “o...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-4 3 ● a clock ● a fuel meter odometer and tripmeter modes pushing the “select” button switches the display between the odometer mode “odo” and the tripmeter modes “trip 1” and “trip 2” in the following order: odo → trip 1 → trip 2 → odo if the fuel level warning li...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-5 3 eau35161 cruise control system this model is equipped with a cruise control system designed to maintain a set traveling speed. Activating and setting the cruise control system the cruise control system can only be activated when riding in 4th or 5th gear at spe...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-6 3 is increased by more than 8 km/h (5 mi/h), the cruise control system will be deactivated until the traveling speed is within 8 km/h (5 mi/h) of the set speed. Deactivating the cruise control sys- tem applying the front or rear brake or dis- engaging the clutch ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-7 3 eau12400 dimmer switch “ / ” set this switch to “ ” for the high beam and to “ ” for the low beam. Eau12430 turn signal switch “ / ” to signal a right-hand turn, push this switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand turn, push this switch to “ ”. When re- leased, the ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-8 3 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 shi...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-9 3 eau13120 fuel tank cap to remove the fuel tank cap slide the lock cover open, insert the key into the lock, and then turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be released and the fuel tank cap can be removed. To install the fuel tank cap 1. Insert the fuel tank...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-10 3 caution: eca10070 immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may deteriorate painted surfac- es or plastic parts. Eau13300 caution: eca11400 use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded gasoline will cause severe damage to int...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-11 3 on 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 lever in this position, the fuel re- serve is made availa...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-12 3 eau13780 locking the steering with a padlock in addition to the main switch/steering lock, there 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 bracket...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-13 3 eau35791 passenger backrest to remove the backrest 1. Push the lever on each side 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 b...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-14 3 eau35180 helmet holder a helmet holding cable is provided in the left sidecase to secure a helmet to the helmet holder. To secure a helmet to the helmet holder 1. To open the helmet holder, insert the key into the helmet holder lock, and then turn the key as s...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-15 3 eau35221 windshield to remove the windshield 1. Push the lever on each side of the windshield 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 ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-16 3 eau35210 sidecases warning ewa12520 improper loading or overloading can cause loss of control and possibly an accident or personal injury. See pages 1-5 and 6-21 for important loading and tire pressure informa- tion. ● always securely close the side- cases bef...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-17 3 eau14651 adjusting the front fork this front fork is equipped with air valves for adjusting the spring rate. Warning ewa10180 always adjust both fork legs equal- ly, otherwise poor handling and loss of stability may result. Adjust the spring rate as follows. 1...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-18 3 3. Check the air pressure with the air pressure gauge included in the owner’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- s...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-19 3 below and have a yamaha dealer re- pair it if it does not function proper- ly. Eau15312 ignition circuit cut-off system the ignition circuit cut-off system (com- prising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the fol- lowing functions. ● i...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-20 3 with the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is turned on. 3. Turn the key on. 4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 5. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? With the engine still runni...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-21 3 eau35201 auxiliary dc connector a 12-v accessory connected to the auxiliary dc connector under the rider seat can be used when the key is in the “acc” or “on” position. Caution: eca13101 the accessory connected to the auxiliary dc connector should not be used ...

  • Page 39: Pre-Operation Checks

    Pre-operation checks 4-1 4 eau15593 the condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss of tire air p...

  • Page 40: Pre-Operation Checks

    Pre-operation checks 4-2 4 eau15605 pre-operation check list item checks page fuel • check fuel level in fuel tank. • refuel if necessary. • check fuel line for leakage. 3-9 engine oil • check oil level in engine. • if necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. • check vehicle for oil leakag...

  • Page 41: Pre-Operation Checks

    Pre-operation checks 4-3 4 clutch • check operation. • if soft or spongy, have yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • check fluid level in reservoir. • if necessary, add recommended fluid to specified level. • check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-24, 6-26 throttle grip • make sure that operation i...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-1 5 eau15950 warning ewa10270 ● become thoroughly familiar with all operating controls and their functions before riding. Consult a yamaha dealer re- garding any control or function that you do not thoroughly un- derstand. ● never start the engine or oper- ate...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-2 5 diately stop the engine, and then check the engine oil level and the vehicle for oil leakage. If necessary, add engine oil, and then check the warning light again. If the warning light does not come on when turning the key to “on”, or if it does not go off...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-3 5 eau16640 starting a warm engine follow the same procedure as for start- ing a cold engine with the exception that the starter (choke) is not required when the engine is warm. Eau16671 shifting shifting gears lets you control the amount of engine power avai...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-4 5 4. At the recommended shift points shown in the following table, close the throttle, and at the same time, quickly pull the clutch lever in. 5. Shift the transmission into second gear. (make sure not to shift the transmission into the neutral posi- tion.) ...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-5 5 caution: eca10331 after 1000 km (600 mi) of operation, the engine oil and final gear oil must be changed, and the oil filter car- tridge or element replaced. 1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond the vehicle can now be operated nor- mally. Caution: eca10270 if any ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-1 6 eau17231 safety is an obligation of the owner. Pe- riodic inspection, adjustment and lubri- cation will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition pos- sible. The most important points of motorcycle inspection, adjustment, and lubrication...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-2 6 warning ewa10340 modifications not approved by yamaha may cause loss of perfor- mance, excessive emissions, and render the vehicle unsafe for use. Consult a yamaha dealer before at- tempting any changes. U1d613e0.Book page 2 thursday, may 17, 2007 8:54 am.

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-3 6 eau17600 periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system * since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a yamaha dealer perform the service. No. Item routine initial odometer readings 600 mi (1000 km) or 1 month 4000 ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-4 6 eau32185 general maintenance and lubrication chart no. Item routine initial odometer readings 600 mi (1000 km) or 1 month 4000 mi (7000 km) or 6 months 8000 mi (13000 km) or 12 months 12000 mi (19000 km) or 18 months 16000 mi (25000 km) or 24 months 20000 ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-5 6 9 * swingarm pivot bearings • check bearing assemblies for looseness. • moderately repack with lithium- soap-based grease. √ repack. 10 * steering bearings • check bearing assemblies for looseness. • moderately repack with lithium- soap-based grease every ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-6 6 18 * front fork • check operation and for oil leak- age. • replace if necessary. √ √ √ √ √ 19 * shock absorber as- sembly • check operation and for oil leak- age. • replace if necessary. √ √ √ √ √ 20 * rear suspension link pivots • apply lithium-soap-based...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-7 6 * since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a yamaha dealer perform the service. Note: from 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8000 mi (13000 km) or 12 months. Eau17660 note: ● th...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-8 6 eau18712 removing and installing cowl- ings and panels the cowlings and panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a cowling or panel needs to be re- moved and installe...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-9 6 note: make sure that the projection fits into the grommet. Eau35850 cowling b to remove the cowling 1. Remove cowling a. 2. Remove the bolts, and then pull the cowling off as shown. To install the cowling 1. Place the cowling in the original position, and ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-10 6 to install the panel place the panel in the original position, and then install the bolt. Eau19333 panel c to remove the panel 1. Remove panel b. 2. Remove the left passenger foot- rest by removing the bolts. 3. Remove the screw, and then pull the panel o...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-11 6 eau19544 checking the spark plugs the spark plugs are important engine components, which are easy to check. Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode, the spark plugs should be removed and checked in accordance with the periodic ma...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-12 6 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: if a torque wrench is...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-13 6 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 ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-14 6 note: make sure that the o-ring is properly seated. 6. Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench, and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench. 7. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and then tighten it to the speci...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-15 6 9. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im- mediately turn the engine off and check for the cause. Note: after the engine is started, the engine oil level warning light should go ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-16 6 2. Remove the oil filler bolt and drain bolt to drain the oil from the final gear case. 3. Install the final gear oil drain bolt, and then tighten it to the specified torque. 4. Add the recommended final gear oil to the brim of the filler hole. Note: gl4 ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-17 6 4. If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark, remove the rider seat (see page 3-12.), open the reservoir cap, add coolant to the maximum level mark, and then close the reservoir cap and install the rider seat. Caution: eca10471 ● if coolant is ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-18 6 the coolant must be changed at the in- tervals specified in the periodic mainte- nance and lubrication chart. Have a yamaha dealer change the coolant. Eau35193 cleaning the air filter elements the air filter elements should be cleaned at the intervals spe...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-19 6 6. Lightly tap the air filter element to remove most of the dust and dirt, and then blow the remaining dirt out with compressed air as shown. If the air filter element is damaged, replace it. 7. Install the air filter element by fit- ting the projection o...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-20 6 eau21271 carburetors the carburetors are important parts of the engine and emission control sys- tem, which require very sophisticated adjustment. Therefore, all carburetor adjustments should be left to a yamaha dealer, who has the necessary profes- siona...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-21 6 eau21401 valve clearance the valve clearance changes with use, resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic m...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-22 6 load your vehicle. Make sure that the total weight of the cargo, rid- er, passenger, and accessories (cowling, saddlebags, etc. If ap- proved for this model) does not ex- ceed the maximum load of the vehicle. Operation of an overloaded vehicle could cause...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-23 6 eau21992 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, warpage or damage before each ride. If any ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-24 6 any consequences caused by the use of items which have not been approved by yamaha. Eau22072 clutch lever since this model is equipped with a hy- draulic clutch, adjusting the clutch lever free play is not needed. However, it is necessary to check the clu...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-25 6 warning ewa10630 ● after adjusting the brake lever free play, check the free play and make sure that the brake is working properly. ● a soft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system. If there is air in ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-26 6 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 to check the brake pad wear with- out having to disa...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-27 6 ● use only the recommended 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 harmful chemical reaction and lea...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-28 6 eau23091 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 or does not mov...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-29 6 eau43600 checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers clutch lever the operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride, and the lever pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary. Eau23200 checking and lubricating the sid...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-30 6 eaum1650 lubricating the swingarm piv- ots the swingarm pivots must be lubricat- ed at the intervals specified in the peri- odic maintenance and lubrication chart. Eau23250 lubricating the rear suspen- sion the pivoting points of the rear suspen- sion mus...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-31 6 caution: eca10590 if any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly, have a yamaha dealer check or re- pair it. Eau23280 checking the steering worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger. Therefore, the operation of the steering must...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-32 6 eau23290 checking the wheel bearings the front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart. If there is play in the wheel hub or if the wheel does not turn smoothly, have a yamaha ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-33 6 ● keep this and all batter- ies out of the reach of children. To charge the battery have a yamaha dealer charge the bat- tery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged. Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quickly if the vehicle ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-34 6 fuse box 2 is located behind panel b. (see page 6-8.) if a fuse is blown, replace it as follows. 1. Turn the key to “off” and turn off the electrical circuit in question. 2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage. Cau...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-35 6 4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a yamaha dealer check the electrical system. Eau23792 replacing the headlight bulb this model is equipped with a quartz bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows. 1. Remove the head...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-36 6 warning ewa10790 headlight bulbs get very hot. There- fore, keep flammable products away from a lit headlight bulb, and do not touch the bulb until it has cooled down. 4. Place a new headlight bulb into po- sition, and then secure it with the bulb holder....

  • Page 83

    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-37 6 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 overtigh...

  • Page 84

    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-38 6 eau25870 troubleshooting although yamaha motorcycles receive a thorough inspection before shipment from the factory, trouble may occur dur- ing operation. Any problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition systems, for example, can cause poor starting and ...

  • Page 85

    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-39 6 eau42310 troubleshooting charts starting problems or poor engine performance warning ewa10840 keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system. Check the fuel level in the fuel tank. 1. Fuel there is enough fuel. There i...

  • Page 86

    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-40 6 engine overheating warning ewat1040 ● do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled. ● place...

  • Page 87: Motorcycle Care and Storage

    Motorcycle care and storage 7-1 7 eau37833 matte color caution caution: eca15192 some models are equipped with matte colored finished parts. Be sure to consult a yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use be- fore cleaning the vehicle. Using a brush, harsh chemical products or cleaning compoun...

  • Page 88: Motorcycle Care And Storage

    Motorcycle care and storage 7-2 7 ● many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high-pressure washer applica- tions, such as those available at coin-operated car washers. 2. Once the majority of the dirt has been hosed off, wash all surfaces with warm water and a mild deter- gent. Use a ...

  • Page 89: Motorcycle Care and Storage

    Motorcycle care and storage 7-3 7 spark plugs and ground the spark plug leads to prevent sparking while turning the engine over sev- eral times to coat the cylinder walls with oil. Warning ewa10850 to prevent sparking, make sure to remove the spark plug leads and ground them before using the start- ...

  • Page 90: Specifications

    Specifications 8-1 8 dimensions: overall length: 2505 mm (98.6 in) overall width: 1010 mm (39.8 in) overall height: 1525 mm (60.0 in) seat height: 740 mm (29.1 in) wheelbase: 1715 mm (67.5 in) ground clearance: 150 mm (5.91 in) minimum turning radius: 3500 mm (137.8 in) weight: with oil and fuel: 38...

  • Page 91: Specifications

    Specifications 8-2 8 transmission type: constant mesh 5-speed operation: left foot operation gear ratio: 1st: 43/17 (2.529) 2nd: 31/19 (1.632) 3rd: 30/25 (1.200) 4th: 24/25 (0.960) 5th: 22/28 (0.786) chassis: frame type: double cradle caster angle: 28.83 ° trail: 131.0 mm (5.16 in) front tire: type:...

  • Page 92: Specifications

    Specifications 8-3 8 voltage, capacity: 12 v, 18.0 ah headlight: bulb type: halogen bulb bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: headlight: 12 v, 60 w/55.0 w × 1 tail/brake light: 12 v, 8.0 w/27.0 w × 1 front turn signal/position light: 12 v, 23 w/8.0 w × 2 rear turn signal light: 12 v, 21.0 w × 2 meter l...

  • Page 93: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 9-1 9 eau26351 identification numbers record the key identification number, vehicle identification number and mod- el label information in the spaces pro- vided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehi- cle is stolen. ...

  • Page 94: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 9-2 9 eau26470 model label the model label is affixed to the frame under the rider seat. (see page 3-12.) record the information on this label in the space provided. This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a yamaha dealer. 1. Model label u1d613e0.Book page...

  • Page 95: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 9-3 9 eau26551 reporting safety defects if you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) in addition to notifying yamaha motor corporat...

  • Page 96: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 9-4 9 eau26560 motorcycle noise regulation tampering with noise control system prohibited: federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) the removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement of an...

  • Page 97: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 9-5 9 eau26632 maintenance record copies of work orders and/or receipts for parts purchased and installed on your vehicle will be required to document that maintenance has been completed in accordance with the emissions warranty. The chart below is printed only as a reminder tha...

  • Page 98: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 9-6 9 36000 mi (55000 km) or 54 months 40000 mi (61000 km) or 60 months maintenance interval date of service mileage servicing dealer name and address remarks u1d613e0.Book page 6 thursday, may 17, 2007 8:54 am.

  • Page 99: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 9-7 9 eau26693 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Royal star™ series limited warranty yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Hereby warrants that each new yamaha royal star series motorcycle purchased from an authorized yamaha motorcycle dealer in the continental united states will be f...

  • Page 100: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 9-8 9 warranty questions and answers what costs are my responsibility during the warranty period? The customer’s responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damage, and oil, oil filters, air filters, spark plugs,...

  • Page 101: Index

    Index a accessories and replacement parts ..... 6-23 air filter elements, cleaning .................. 6-18 auxiliary dc connector ......................... 3-21 b battery .................................................. 6-32 brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ....................................

  • Page 102: Index

    Index storage ................................................... 7-2 supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-37 swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-30 t throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-20 throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ..................... 6-...

  • Page 103

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  • Page 104

    Printed in japan 2007.05-0.4 ×1 cr (e) printed on recycled paper yamaha motor co., ltd..