YAMAHA XVZ1300TF 2001 Owners Manual

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7 4. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the bolts.5. Remove the air filter element by
removing the screws.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.
1. Bolt (´ 5)
1. Air filter element
2. Screw (´ 2)
1. Air filter element
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77. Install the air filter element by fit-
ting the projection on the air filter
element into the holder in the air
filter case, then tightening the
screws.
EC000082*
CAUTION:@ l
Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
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The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
pistons and/or cylinders may
become excessively worn.
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8. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the bolts.
9. Install the air filter by pushing it
onto the air filter joint, then tighten-
ing the air filter joint clamp screw.
10. Install the air filter case by install-
ing the bolts.
11. Install the cowlings.NOTE:@ Make sure that the air filter case drain
hose is routed as shown. @
EAU00630
Adjusting the carburetors The carburetors are important parts of
the engine and require very sophisti-
cated adjustment. Therefore, most car-
buretor adjustments should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the neces-
sary professional knowledge and expe-
rience. The adjustment described in
the following section, however, may be
serviced by the owner as part of routine
maintenance.
EC000095
CAUTION:_ The carburetors have been set and
extensively tested at the Yamaha
factory. Changing these settings
without sufficient technical knowl-
edge may result in poor perfor-
mance of or damage to the engine. _
1. Air filter case drain hose
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EAU01168
Adjusting the engine idling
speed The engine idling speed must be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted as
follows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.NOTE:_ A diagnostic tachometer is needed to
make this adjustment. _1. Attach the tachometer to the spark
plug lead.
2. Start the engine and warm it up for
several minutes at 1,000–2,000 r/min
while occasionally revving it to 4,000–
5,000 r/min.NOTE:_ The engine is warm when it quickly re-
sponds to the throttle. _3. Check the engine idling speed
and, if necessary, adjust it to spec-
ification by turning the throttle stop
screw. To increase the engine
idling speed, turn the screw in di-
rection
a. To decrease the engine
idling speed, turn the screw in di-
rection
b.
NOTE:_ If the specified idling speed cannot be
obtained as described above, have a
Yamaha dealer make the adjustment. _
1. Throttle stop screw
Engine idling speed:
950–1,050 r/min
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EAU00635
Adjusting the throttle cable
free play The throttle cable free play should
measure 4–6 mm at the throttle grip.
Periodically check the throttle cable
free play and, if necessary, have a
Yamaha dealer adjust it.
EAU00637
Adjusting the 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
maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU03975
Tires To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
before each ride.
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EWA00041
WARNING
_ Tire inflation pressure should be
checked and adjusted when the
temperature of the tire equals the
ambient air temperature. Tire infla-
tion pressure must be adjusted ac-
cording to total weight of cargo,
rider, passenger, and accessories
(cowling, side cases, etc.). _CE-21E
CE-07EEWA00042
WARNING
_ Proper loading of your motorcycle
is important for several characteris-
tics of your motorcycle, such as
handling, braking, performance and
safety. Do not carry loosely packed
items that can shift. Securely pack
your heaviest items close to the
center of the motorcycle, and dis-
tribute the weight evenly from side
to side. Properly adjust the suspen-
sion for your load, and check the
condition and pressure of your tires.
NEVER OVERLOAD YOUR MOTOR-
CYCLE. Make sure the total weight
of the cargo, rider, passenger, and
accessories (cowling, side cases,
etc. if approved for this model) does
not exceed the maximum load of the
motorcycle. Operation of an over-
loaded motorcycle could cause tire
damage, an accident, or even injury. _
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the center tread depth reaches
the specified limit, if the tire has a nail
or glass fragments in it, or if the side-
wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the tire immediately.CE-08ENOTE:_ The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations. _
Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires)
Load* Front Rear
Up to 90 kg250 kPa
(2.50 kgf/cm
2,
2.50 bar)250 kPa
(2.50 kgf/cm
2,
2.50 bar)
90 kg–maximum250 kPa
(2.50 kgf/cm
2,
2.50 bar)280 kPa
(2.80 kgf/cm
2,
2.80 bar)
Maximum load* 190 kg
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories
1. Tire sidewall
a. Tire tread depthMinimum tire tread depth
(front and rear)1.6 mm
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EW000079
WARNING
_ l
Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
motorcycle with excessively
worn tires decreases riding sta-
bility and can lead to loss of
control.
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The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
_
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with tube-
less tires, tire air valves and cast
wheels.
EW000132
WARNING
_ l
The front and rear tires should
be of the same make and de-
sign, otherwise the handling
characteristics of the motor-
cycle cannot be guaranteed.
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After extensive tests, only the
tires listed below have been ap-
proved for this model by
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
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Always make sure that the valve
caps are securely installed to
prevent air pressure leakage.
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Use only the tire valves and
valve cores listed below to
avoid tire deflation during a
ride.
_
1. Tire air valve
2. Tire air valve core
3. Tire air valve cap with seal
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CE-11E
CE-12EEAU03763
Cast wheels To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.l
The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends, warpage or
damage before each ride. If any
damage is found, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair to
the wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
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The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.
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Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be “broken in” for it
to develop its optimal characteris-
tics.
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After repairing or replacing the
rear tire, tighten the valve stem nut
and locknut to the specified
torques.
FRONT
Manufacturer Size Type
Dunlop 150/80-16 71H D404F
Bridgestone 150/80-16 71H G705
Tire air valve TR412
Valve core #9000A
REAR
Manufacturer Size Type
Dunlop 150/90B 15M/C 74H D404
Bridgestone 150/90B 15M/C 74H G702
Tire air valve PVR59A
Valve core #9000
Tightening torques:
Valve stem nut:
1.6 Nm (0.16 m·kgf)
Valve stem locknut:
1.6 Nm (0.16 m·kgf)
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EAU00695
Clutch lever free play 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 clutch fluid lev-
el and check the hydraulic system for
leakage before each ride. If the clutch
lever free play does become exces-
sive, and shifting becomes rough or
clutch slippage occurs, causing poor
acceleration, there may be air in the
clutch system. If there is air in the hy-
draulic system, have a Yamaha dealer
bleed the system before operating the
motorcycle.
EAU00696
Adjusting the brake lever free
play The brake lever free play should mea-
sure 2–5 mm as shown. Periodically
check the brake lever free play and, if
necessary, adjust it as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the brake
lever.
2. To increase the brake lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in di-
rection
a. To decrease the brake
lever free play, turn the adjusting
bolt in direction
b.3. Tighten the locknut.
EW000099
WARNING
@ l
After adjusting the brake lever
free play, check the free play
and make sure that the brake is
working properly.
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A soft or spongy feeling in the
brake lever can indicate the
presence of air in the hydraulic
system. If there is air in the hy-
draulic system, have a Yamaha
dealer bleed the system before
operating the motorcycle. Air in
the hydraulic system will dimin-
ish the braking performance,
which may result in loss of con-
trol and an accident.
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a. Clutch lever free play
1. Locknut
2. Brake lever free play adjusting bolt
c. Brake lever free play
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EAU01746
Adjusting the brake pedal
position The top of the brake pedal should be
positioned approximately 100 mm
above the top of the footrest as shown.
Periodically check the brake pedal po-
sition and, if necessary, have a
Yamaha dealer adjust it.
EW000109
WARNING
@ A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
pedal can indicate the presence of
air in the hydraulic system. If there
is air in the hydraulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer bleed the system be-
fore operating the motorcycle. Air in
the hydraulic system will diminish
the braking performance, which
may result in loss of control and an
accident. @
EAU01799
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch The rear brake light switch, which is ac-
tivated by the brake pedal, is properly
adjusted when the brake light comes
on just before braking takes effect.
Since the brake light switch is a compo-
nent of the cruise control system, it
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer,
who has the necessary professional
knowledge and experience.
a. Distance between brake pedal and footrest
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EAU00721
Checking the front and rear
brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be
checked for wear at the intervals spec-
ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
EAU03938
Front brake pads
Each front brake pad is provided with
wear indicator grooves, which allow
you to check the brake pad wear with-
out having to disassemble the brake.
To check the brake pad wear, check
the wear indicator grooves. If a brake
pad has worn to the point that the wear
indicator grooves have almost disap-
peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace
the brake pads as a set.
EAU03939
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 disassemble the brake.
To check the brake pad wear, check
the wear indicator groove. If a brake
pad has worn to the point that the wear
indicator groove has almost disap-
peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace
the brake pads as a set.
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove (´ 3)Front
1. Brake pad wear indicator grooveRear
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