warning YAMAHA XJR 1300 2016 Owner's Guide

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NOTICE
ECA10591
If any d amage is foun d or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha d ealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23285
Checkin g the steerin gWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Raise the front wheel off the ground. (See page 6-35.)
WARNING! To avoi d injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
EAU23292
Checkin g the wheel b earingsThe 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 dealer
check the wheel bearings.
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6
EAU50291
BatteryThe battery is located under the seat.
(See page 3-15.)
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 an d seek prompt
me dical attention.
 Batteries pro duce explosive hy-
d ro gen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, ci garettes, etc.,
away from the b attery and 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 b attery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
h a ve d is c h ar g e d . K e e p i n m i nd th a t th e 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 b attery
char ger will d amage the battery.To store the battery
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 the key is
turne d to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the neg ative lead b efore
d isconnectin g the positive lea d.
[ECA16303]
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.
3. Fully charge the battery before installation. NOTICE: When in-
stallin g the b attery, be sure the
1. Negative battery lead (black)
2. Battery
3. Positive battery lead (red)
3
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6 key is turned
to “OFF”, then
connect the positive lead b efore
connectin g the ne gative lead .
[ECA16841]
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 battery dama ge.
EAU43274
Replacin g the fusesThe main fuse is located under the
seat. (See page 3-15.)
The fuse box, which contains the fuses
for the individual circuits, is located be-
hind 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. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a hi gher ampera ge
ratin g than recommen ded to
avoi d causin g extensive d am-
a g e to the electrical system an d
possi bly a fire.
[EWA15132]
1. Main fuse
1
1. Headlight fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Taillight fuse
5. Fuel injection system fuse
6. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-
tem)
7. Spare fuse
123
4
5
6
7
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6
EAU24351
Supportin g the motorcycleSince this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other mainte-
nance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motorcy-
cle is in a stable and level position be-
fore starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed un-
der the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcy- cle by using a motorcycle stand
or, if an additional motorcycle
stand is not available, by placing a
jack under the frame in front of the
rear wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing a jack either under each side of the
frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
EAU24361
Front wheel
EAU65461
To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10822
To avoi
d injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no dan ger of it
fallin g over.1. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolt, then the wheel axle and the
brake caliper bolts.1. Brake caliper bolt
2. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
3. Wheel axle
3
2
1
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EAU25081
Rear wheel
EAU65470
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10822
To avoi d injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no dan ger of it
fallin g over.1. Loosen the axle nut and the brake
caliper bolts.
2. Disconnect the brake torque rod from the brake caliper bracket by
removing the nut and the bolt. 3. Lift the rear wheel off the ground
according to the procedure on
page 6-35.
4. Remove the axle nut and the brake caliper by removing the
bolts. NOTICE: Do not apply the
b rake after the brake caliper
has been removed , otherwise
the brake pa ds will be forced
shut.
[ECA11302]
5. Loosen the locknuts, and then turn the drive chain slack adjust-
ing bolt on each side of the swing-
arm fully in direction (a). 6. Push the wheel forward, and then
remove the drive chain from the
rear sprocket.
TIPIf the drive chain is difficult to re-
move, remove the wheel axle first,
and then lift the wheel upward
enough to remove the drive chain
from the rear sprocket.
 The drive chain does not need to
be disassembled in order to re-
move and install the rear wheel.7. While supporting the wheel and
the brake caliper bracket, pull the
wheel axle out.
1. Axle nut
2. Brake caliper bolt
1 2
1. Brake caliper
2. Brake caliper bracket
3. Brake torque rod
4. Bolt
5. Nut
3
5
4
12
1. Wheel axle
2. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
123
(a)
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8. Remove the brake caliper bracket
and the wheel.
To install the rear wheel 1. Place the wheel and the brake cal- iper bracket in the original posi-
tion.
2. Insert the wheel axle through the brake caliper bracket and wheel
from the right-hand side, and then
install the axle nut.
3. Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket.
4. Connect the brake torque rod to the brake caliper bracket by in-
stalling the bolt and the nut.
5. Install the brake caliper by install- ing the bolts.
TIPMake sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake caliper onto the brake
disc.6. Lower the rear wheel so that it ison the ground, and then put the
sidestand down.
7. Adjust the drive chain slack. (See page 6-22.) 8. Tighten the axle nut, brake caliper
bolts and brake torque rod nut to
the specified torques.
EAU25852
Trou bleshootin gAlthough Yamaha motorcycles receive
a thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur
during operation. Any problem in the
fuel, compression, or ignition systems,
for example, can cause poor starting
and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting chart
represents a quick and easy procedure
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your motorcycle
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the motorcycle
properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look
like Yamaha parts, but they are often
inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWA15142
When checkin g the fuel system, d o
not smoke, an d make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, inclu din g pilot li ghts from water
Ti ghtenin g torques:
Axle nut: 150 Nm (15 m·kgf, 108 ft·lbf)
Brake caliper bolt:
40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 29 ft·lbf)
Brake torque rod nut: 23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf)
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Motorcycle care and stora ge
7-3
7 4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA11132
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.  Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
 If necessary, clean the brake
d iscs an d b rake linin gs with a
re gular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, an d wash the tires with
warm water an d a mil d d eter-
g ent. Before ri din g at hi gher
speed s, test the motorcycle’s
b rakin g performance an d cor-
nerin g b ehavior.
NOTICE
ECA10801
 Apply spray oil an d wax spar-
in gly an d make sure to wipe off
any excess.
 Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber an d plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitab le care
prod uct.
 Avoi d usin g a brasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.TIP Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
 Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
EAU26183
Stora geShort-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 ventilate d 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 and cause rust.
 To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles (b ecause
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.
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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 dam-
a g e or injury from sparkin g,
make sure to groun d the
spark plu g electro des while
turning 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 outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
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
6-28.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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Specifications
8-3
8
Neutral indicator light:12 V, 1.7 W × 1
High beam indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Oil level warning light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Turn signal indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 2
Engine trouble warning light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LEDFuse: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
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10
Index
AAir filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-31BBattery .................................................. 6-28
Brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ............................................. 6-20
Brake and clutch fluids , changing ........ 6-21
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating........................................... 6-24
Brake lever............................................ 3-11
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-18
Brake light switches ............................. 6-19
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-12
Brake/tail light....................................... 6-32CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-24
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters.............................. 3-14
Clutch lever.................................. 3-10, 6-18DDimmer switch........................................ 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-23
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-22EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter element............. 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ................................. 3-9
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
EXUP system ........................................ 3-21
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-19
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-16
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-26
Fuel ...................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow
hose ................................................... 3-14
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-9
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-30
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch ............................................ 3-9IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-22
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 6-33
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-20MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label............................................. 9-1
Multi-function display............................. 3-6
NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-8
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Pass switch............................................. 3-9SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-15
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................. 3-11
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting ............................................. 3-18
Sidestand.............................................. 3-21
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-26
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-9
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Speedometer .......................................... 3-5
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-9
Steering, checking ................................ 6-27
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-35
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-26TTachometer............................................. 3-5
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-15
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
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