brake fluid YAMAHA FJR1300A 2008 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
or clutch fluid reservoir is level.


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
lead to poor braking or clutch per-
formance.


The brake or clutch fluid reservoir
diaphragm will lose its shape from
the negative pressure if the fluid
level goes down too far. Be sure to
return the diaphragm to its original
shape before installing it into the
brake or clutch fluid reservoir.


Be careful that water or dust does
not enter the brake or clutch fluid
reservoir when refilling. Water will
significantly lower the boiling pointof the fluid and may result in vapor
lock, and dirt may clog the ABS hy-
draulic unit valves.


Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.


As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
EAU22750
Changing the brake and
clutch fluids Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake and clutch fluids at the intervals
specified in the NOTE after the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. In
addition, have the oil seals of the brake
and clutch master cylinders and cali-
pers as well as the brake and clutch
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged
or leaking.

Oil seals: Replace every two
years.


Brake and clutch hoses: Replace
every four years.
Recommended brake and clutch flu-
id:
DOT 4 brake fluid
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
3rd:
31/23 (1.348)
4th:
28/26 (1.077)
5th:
26/28 (0.929)
Chassis:Frame type:
Diamond
Caster angle:
26.00 °
Trail:
109.0 mm (4.29 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/Roadtec Z6G
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BT021F FRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/Roadtec Z6C
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BT021R FLoading:Maximum load:
212 kg (467 lb)(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
270 kPa (39 psi) (2.70 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)
Loading condition:
90–212 kg (198–467 lb)
Front:
270 kPa (39 psi) (2.70 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)
High-speed riding:
Front:
270 kPa (39 psi) (2.70 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT5.50Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brakeOperation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
135.0 mm (5.31 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
125.0 mm (4.92 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
Transistorized coil ignition (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
GT14B-4
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INDEX
AABS ...................................................... 3-17
ABS warning light ................................... 3-4
Accessory box ...................................... 3-24
Air filter element, cleaning .................... 6-15
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-13
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 3-33
Auxiliary light bulb................................. 6-33BBattery .................................................. 6-28
Brake and clutch fluid levels,
checking ............................................. 6-22
Brake and clutch fluids,
changing ............................................. 6-23
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-25
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-24
Brake lever ........................................... 3-16
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-16CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-24
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-20
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-26
Clutch lever.................................. 3-15, 6-21
Coolant ................................................. 6-14
Cowlings, opening and closing ............. 3-26DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-14EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-17Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-9
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-14
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-4
FFinal gear oil.......................................... 6-12
Front and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-21
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-27
Front fork, checking...............................6-27
Front turn signal light............................. 6-31
Fuel ....................................................... 3-18
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......... 3-19
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-18
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-30GGrip warmer adjusting knob ..................3-30HHandlebar position, adjusting ................ 3-25
Handlebar switches ............................... 3-13
Hazard switch........................................ 3-15
Headlight beams, adjusting ................... 3-25
Headlight bulb ....................................... 6-31
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-14IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-31
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-5
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-32
MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display .............................. 3-6NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-7
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-14
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2RRear brake light switch ......................... 6-21
Rear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-26
Rear view mirrors.................................. 3-27
Rider seat height, adjusting .................. 3-21SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 3-20
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-16
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-29
Sidestand .............................................. 3-31
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-8
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Speedometer .......................................... 3-5
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-14
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