key YAMAHA XJR 1300 2008 User Guide

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-10
3position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU12500
Horn switch“”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU12660
Engine stop switch“/”
Set this switch to“” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to“” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
EAU12710
Start switch“”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.CAUTION:
ECA10050
See page 5-1 for starting instruc-tions prior to starting the engine.
EAU41700
The engine trouble warning light will
come on when the key is turned to “ON”
and the start switch is pushed, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
EAU12733
Hazard switch“”
With the key in the “ON” or“” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.CAUTION:
ECA10061
Do not use the hazard lights for an
extended length of time with the en-
gine not running, otherwise the bat-tery may discharge.
EAU12830
Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
clutch operation.1. Clutch lever
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3The brake lever is equipped with a
brake lever position adjusting dial. To
adjust the distance between the brake
lever and the handlebar grip, turn the
adjusting dial while holding the lever
pushed away from the handlebar grip.
Make sure that the appropriate setting
on the adjusting dial is aligned with
the“” mark on the brake lever.
EAU12941
Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
EAU13072
Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into position
with the key inserted in the lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it, and
then close the lock cover.
1. Brake pedal
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-13
3
NOTE:The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap isnot properly closed and locked.
WARNING
EWA11090
Make sure that the fuel tank cap isproperly closed before riding.
EAU13220
Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. When refueling, be sure to in-
sert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank
filler hole and to fill the tank to the bot-
tom of the filler tube as shown.
WARNING
EWA10880


Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.


Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-gine.
CAUTION:
ECA10070
Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-es or plastic parts.
EAU43421
CAUTION:
ECA11400
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,as well as to the exhaust system.
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use premium unleaded gaso-
line with a research octane number of
95 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
21.0 L (5.55 US gal) (4.62 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount (when the fuel
level warning indicator flashes):
4.5 L (1.19 US gal) (0.99 Imp.gal)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-15
3
EAU13900
Seat To remove the seat
1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it as shown.
2. Pull the seat off.
To install the seat
1. Insert the projection on the front of
the seat into the seat holder as
shown.2. Push the rear of the seat down to
lock it in place.
3. Remove the key.
NOTE:Make sure that the seat is properly se-cured before riding.
EAU14350
Helmet holder To open the helmet holder, insert the
key into the seat lock, and then turn the
key as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, turn the key
to the original position, and then re-
move it.
WARNING
EWA10160
Never ride with a helmet attached to
the helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of con-trol and possibly an accident.
1. Seat lock
2. Unlock.
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Helmet holder
2. Unlock.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-23
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 running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES NO YES NO YES NO
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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 it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.


Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible lossof control.
EAU45310
NOTE:This model is equipped with a lean an-
gle sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. To start the engine after a
turnover, be sure to turn the main
switch to “OFF” and then to “ON”. Fail-
ing to do so will prevent the engine from
starting even though the engine willcrank when pushing the start switch.
EAU32952
Starting the engine In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:

The transmission is in the neutral
position.


The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the sid-
estand up.WARNING
EWA10290


Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-22.


Never ride with the sidestanddown.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to“”.
CAUTION:
ECA12741
The following warning lights and in-
dicator light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.

Oil level warning light


Engine trouble warning light
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-4
5
CAUTION:
ECA10301
After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation,
the engine oil must be changed and
the oil filter cartridge or element re-placed.
1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.CAUTION:
ECA10310


Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.


If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-cle.
EAU17212
Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
WARNING
EWA10310


Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them.


Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehiclemay overturn.
CAUTION:
ECA10380
Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass orother flammable materials.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-28
6
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.
CAUTION:
ECA10640
Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly afire.
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn 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.
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 headlight unit by re-
moving the screws.
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the bulb cover.
1. Headlight fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Taillight fuse
5. Fuel injection system fuse
6. Backup fuse (for odometer, clock and immo-
bilizer system)
7. Spare fuse
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Taillight fuse:
7.5 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
1. Screw
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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.
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26381
Key identification 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 number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
cycle with the licensing authority in yourarea.
1. Key identification number
2. Code re-registering key (red bow)
3. Standard keys (black bow)
1. Vehicle identification number
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INDEXAAir filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning........................ 6-11
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................ 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-31BBattery................................................... 6-26
Brake and clutch fluid levels,
checking ............................................. 6-18
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ......... 6-19
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-23
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-22
Brake lever ............................................ 3-11
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-12CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-21
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-14
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-23
Clutch lever .................................. 3-10, 6-16DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-21
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-19EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter element ............... 6-8
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-10
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-4
EXUP system ........................................ 3-21
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-17
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-16
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-24
Fuel....................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose........................ 3-14
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-27HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-9
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-28
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-15
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-10IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-22
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-4
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-31
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-20MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display .............................. 3-6NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4
OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-6
Parking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ...................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-16SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-15
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-11
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................. 3-18
Sidestand .............................................. 3-21
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-7
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer........................................... 3-5
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-10
Steering, checking................................. 6-25
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-16
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-24TTachometer ............................................. 3-5
Tail/brake light ....................................... 6-30
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-12
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