battery YAMAHA FJR1300AE 2018 Owners Manual

Table of contents
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-28
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-29
Checking and lubricating the centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-30
Checking the front fork................. 6-30
Checking the steering................... 6-31
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-31
Battery .......................................... 6-32
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-33
Vehicle lights ................................ 6-35
Troubleshooting............................ 6-35
Troubleshooting charts................. 6-36
Motorcycle care an d stora ge.......... 7-1
Matte color caution ........................ 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ........................................... 7-4
Specifications ................................... 8-1
Consumer information ..................... 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
Diagnostic connector ..................... 9-2
In dex ................................................ 10-1
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Description
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Right view
78 5,6
4
32
1
3
1. Storage compartment (page 3-35)
2. Fuel tank cap (page 3-28)
3. Electronically adjustable suspension system (page 3-40)
4. Windshield (page 3-12)
5. Fuses (page 6-33)
6. Battery (page 6-32)
7. Brake pedal (page 3-25)
8. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-26)
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Instrument and control functions
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3
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Accessory box
The accessory box is located beside
the meter panel.
To open the accessory box
1. Insert the key into the main switch, and then turn it to “ON”.
2. Push the accessory box button, and then open the accessory box
lid.
3. Turn the key to “OFF” to preserve the battery.
To close the accessory box
1. Fold the accessory box lid down.
2. Remove the key.
NOTICE
ECA11802
Do not place heat-sensitive items in
the accessory box. The accessory
b ox can get hot when the en gine is
running or the vehicle is in d irect
sunli ght.
WARNING
EWA11422
 Do not exceed the load limit of
0.3 k g (0.66 l b) for the accessory
b ox. 
Do not exceed the maximum
loa d of 212 k g (467 l b) for the ve-
hicle.
1. Accessory box lid
2. Accessory box
3. Accessory box button
1
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Operation and important rid ing points
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5
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Startin g the en gine
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
sidestand up.
See page 3-45 for more informa-
tion.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make sure that the start/engine stop
switch is set to “ ”.
The following warning lights and
indicator lights should come on for
a few seconds, then go off. Oil level warning light
 Engine trouble warning light
 Traction control system indi-
cator light
 Cruise control indicator lights
 Suspension sy stem warning
light
 Immobilizer system indicator
light
NOTICE
ECA11834
If a warnin g or in dicator li ght does
not come on initially when the key is
turne d to “ON”, or if a warnin g or in-
d icator li ght remains on, see pag e
3-4 for the correspon din g warnin g
an d in dicator li ght circuit check.
The ABS warning light should
come on when the key is turned to
“ON”, and then go off after travel-
ing at a speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h)
or higher.
NOTICE
ECA17682
If the ABS warnin g li ght does not
come on an d then g o off as ex-
plained above, see pag e 3-4 for the
warnin g lig ht circuit check.
2. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position. The neutral indi-
cator light should come on. If not,
ask a Yamaha dealer to check the
electrical circuit.
3. Start the engine by pushing the “ ” side of the start/engine
stop switch.
If the engine fails to start, release
the start/engine stop switch, wait
a few seconds, and then try again.
Each starting attempt should be
as short as possible to preserve
the battery. Do not crank the en-
gine more than 10 seconds on any
one attempt.
NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum en gine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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6
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Battery
The battery is located under panel A.
(See page 6-7.)
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 to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
EWA10761
 Electrolyte is poisonous an d
d an gerous since it contains sul-
furic aci d, which causes severe
b urns. Avoi d any contact with
skin, eyes or clothin g an d al-
ways shiel d your eyes when
workin g near b atteries. In case
of contact, ad minister the fol-
lowin g FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty of water.
INTERNAL: Drink lar ge quan-
tities of water or milk an d im-
me diately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and seek prompt
me dical attention. 
Batteries prod uce explosive hy-
d ro gen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, ci garettes, etc.,
away from the battery an d pro-
vi de sufficient ventilation when
char gin g it in an enclose d
space.
 KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To char ge 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 quick-
ly if the vehicle is equipped with op-
tional electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16522
To char ge a VRLA (Valve Re gulate d
Lea d Aci d) battery, a special (con-
stant-volta ge) battery char ger is re-
quire d. Usin g a conventional battery
char ger will d amage the b attery.
To store the b attery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removin g the
b attery, be sure to turn the main
switch off, then d isconnect the
ne gative lea d before discon-
nectin g the positive lea d.
[ECA16304]
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully char-
ge it if necessary.
1. Battery
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Negative battery lead (black)
12
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6
3. Fully charge the battery before
installation. NOTICE: When in-
stallin g the b attery, be sure to
turn the main switch off, then
connect the positive lead b efore
connectin g the ne gative lea d.
[ECA16842]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the b attery charged .
Storin g a d ischar ged battery can
cause permanent b attery damag e.
EAU54515
Replacin g the fuses
The fuse boxes and individual fuses
are located under panel A. (See page
6-7.)
1. Main fuse
2. Spare fuse
3. Cruise control fuse
4. Brake light fuse
5. Fuse box
6. Main fuse 2
5
1
3
4
2
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6
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Trou bleshootin g charts
Startin g pro blems or poor en gine performance
1. FuelThere is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The engine does not
start.
Check the battery.
Wipe off with a dry
cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or
replace the spark
plugs.
Check the battery
lead connections, and
have a Yamaha dealer
charge the battery if
necessary.
2. BatteryThe battery is good.
The engine does not
start.
Check the ignition.
3. IgnitionWetOperate the electric
starter.
Dry
There is compression.
There is no
compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not
start.
Check the
compression.Have a Yamaha
dealer check the
vehicle.
Remove the spark
plugs and check
the electrodes.
Operate the electric
starter.
Operate the electric
starter.
Check the fuel level
in the fuel tank.
4. Compression
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Motorcycle care and stora ge
7-4
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Stora ge
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 motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
in g it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water an d humi d-
ity to seep in an d cause rust.
 To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles ( because
of the presence of ammonia)
an d areas where stron g chemi-
cals are store d.
Lon g-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to protect the cylinders, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug caps and spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs, and then pla-
ce the spark plugs on the cylin- der head so that the electrodes
are grounded. (This will limit
sparking during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent d am-
a g e or injury from sparkin g,
make sure to groun d the
spark plu g electro des while
turnin g the en gine over.
[EWA10952]
e. Remove the spark plug caps
from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlets with plastic bags to prevent moisture
from entering them.
7. Remove the battery and fully char- ge it. Store it in a cool, dry place
and charge it once a month. Do
not store the battery in an exces-
sively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-32.
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Specifications
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Battery:
Model:GT14B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 12.0 Ah (10 HR)
Bul b watta ge:
Headlight:
LED
Brake/tail light:
LED
Front turn signal light: LED
Rear turn signal light: LED
Auxiliary light: LED
License plate light:
LED
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light: LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light: LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light: LED
Cruise control “SET” indicator light: LED
Cruise control “ON” indicator light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Traction control system indicator light: LED
Suspension warning light:
LED
Fuse(s):
Main fuse:50.0 A
Main fuse 2:
30.0 A
Terminal fuse 1: 3.0 A Headlight fuse:
7.5 A
Brake light fuse: 1.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 20.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 10.0 A × 2
Hazard fuse:
7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: 7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
20.0 A
Suspension fuse: 15.0 A
Cruise control fuse: 1.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Windshield motor fuse: 20.0 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
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Index
A
ABS ....................................................... 3-26
ABS warning light ................................... 3-5
Accessory box ...................................... 3-36
Air filter element, cleaning .................... 6-17
Auxiliary DC jack ................................... 3-47
B
Battery .................................................. 6-32
Brake and clutch fluid levels,
checking ............................................. 6-26
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ........ 6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-29
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-29
Brake lever ............................................ 3-25
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-24
Brake light switches.............................. 6-24
Brake pedal........................................... 3-25
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-28
Canister................................................. 6-11
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-31
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-30
Clutch lever ................................. 3-24, 6-23
Coolant ................................................. 6-16
Cornering lights .................................... 3-48
Cowling vents, opening and closing ..... 3-38
Cruise control indicator lights ................. 3-4
Cruise control switches ........................ 3-23
Cruise control system ............................. 3-6
D
Diagnostic connector.............................. 9-2
Dimmer/Pass switch ............................. 3-22
D-mode (drive mode) ............................ 3-22
E
Engine break-in....................................... 5-5
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-19
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-11
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
F
Final gear oil.......................................... 6-14
Front and rear brake pads, checking.... 6-25
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-30
Fuel ....................................................... 3-29
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ....... 5-4
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-28 Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 3-30
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-33
H
Handlebar position, adjusting .............. 3-37
Handlebar switches .............................. 3-22
Hazard switch....................................... 3-23
Headlight beams, adjusting.................. 3-37
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-23
I
Identification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system............... 3-45
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light.......... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4
M
Main switch/steering lock....................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system.................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Menu switch ......................................... 3-23
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-9
N
Neutral indicator light ............................. 3-4
O
Oil level warning light ............................. 3-4
P
Panels, removing and installing.............. 6-7
Parking ................................................... 5-6
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
R
Rear view mirrors ................................. 3-39
Rider seat height, adjusting.................. 3-33
S
Safety information .................................. 1-1
Seats .................................................... 3-31
Select switch ........................................ 3-23
Shifting ................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal ............................................ 3-24
Sidestand ............................................. 3-44
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 6-10
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-2
Steering, checking................................ 6-31
Stop/Run/Start switch .......................... 3-23
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartments ........................ 3-35
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