fuel YAMAHA XJR 1300 2016 Owners Manual

Table of contentsSafety information ............................ 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Instrument an d control functions ... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-4
Speedometer .................................. 3-5
Tachometer .................................... 3-5
Multi-function display ..................... 3-6
Handlebar switches ........................ 3-9
Clutch lever .................................. 3-10
Shift pedal .................................... 3-11
Brake lever.................................... 3-11
Brake pedal .................................. 3-12
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-12
Fuel ............................................... 3-13
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ............................ 3-14
Catalytic converters ..................... 3-14
Seat .............................................. 3-15
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ................................... 3-18
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-20
EXUP system ................................ 3-21 Sidestand ...................................... 3-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-22
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 4-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Shifting ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-3
Engine break-in ............................... 5-3
Parking ............................................ 5-4
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Removing and installing panels ...... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-9
Engine oil and oil filter element ..... 6-10
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose..... 6-13
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 6-15
Valve clearance ............................. 6-15
Tires .............................................. 6-15 Cast wheels .................................. 6-18
Clutch lever................................... 6-18
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-18
Brake light switches ..................... 6-19
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-19
Checking the brake and clutch
fluid levels.................................. 6-20
Changing the brake and clutch fluids .......................................... 6-21
Drive chain slack........................... 6-22
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-26
Lubricating the swingarm pivots......................................... 6-26
Checking the front fork ................. 6-26
Checking the steering................... 6-27
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-27
Battery .......................................... 6-28
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-29U2PNE1E0.book Page 1 Monday, December 28, 2015 11:03 AM

Safety information
1-5
1operator and may limit control
ability, therefore, such accesso-
ries are not recommended.
 Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical ac-
cessories exceed the capacity of
the motorcycle’s electrical sys-
tem, an electric failure could re-
sult, which could cause a
dangerous loss of lights or engine
power.
Aftermarket Tires an d Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
motorcycle were designed to match
the performance capabilities and to
provide the best combination of han-
dling, braking, and comfort. Other
tires, rims, sizes, and combinations
may not be appropriate. Refer to page
6-15 for tire specifications and more in-
formation on replacing your tires.
Transportin g the Motorcycle
Be sure to observe following instruc-
tions before transporting the motorcy-
cle in another vehicle.  Remove all loose items from the
motorcycle. 
Check that the fuel cock (if
equipped) is in the “OFF” position
and that there are no fuel leaks.
 Point the front wheel straight
ahead on the trailer or in the truck
bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
vent movement.
 Shift the transmission in gear (for
models with a manual transmis-
sion).
 Secure the motorcycle with tie-
downs or suitable straps that are
attached to solid parts of the mo-
torcycle, such as the frame or up-
per front fork triple clamp (and not,
for example, to rubber-mounted
handlebars or turn signals, or
parts that could break). Choose
the location for the straps carefully
so the straps will not rub against
painted surfaces during transport.
 The suspension should be com-
pressed somewhat by the tie-
downs, if possible, so that the mo-
torcycle will not bounce exces-
sively during transport.
U2PNE1E0.book Page 5 Monday, December 28, 2015 11:03 AM

Description
2-2
2
EAU10421
Right view
2
6
3
1
4
5
7
8
9
10
11
1. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2)
2. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20)
3. Battery (page 6-28)
4. Air filter element (page 6-13)
5. Fuel tank cap (page 3-12)
6. Headlight (page 6-30)
7. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-10)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-10) 9. Engine oil level check window (page 6-10)
10.Brake pedal (page 3-12)
11.Rear brake light switch (page 6-19)U2PNE1E0.book Page 2 Monday, December 28, 2015 11:03 AM

Instrument and control functions
3-6
3
EAU4324C
Multi-function display
WARNING
EWA12313
Be sure to stop the vehicle before
makin g any settin g chan ges to the
multi-function display. Chan gin g
settin gs while ri din g can distract the
operator an d increase the risk of an
acci dent.The multi-function display is equipped
with the following:
 odometer
 two tripmeters 
fuel reserve tripmeter
 fuel meter
 clock
 self-diagnosis device
 brightness control mode
TIPExcept when entering the brightness
control mode, turn the key to “ON” be-
fore using the select and reset buttons.Odometer, tripmeters an d fuel re-
serve tripmeter
The odometer shows the total distance
traveled by the vehicle.
The tripmeters show the distance trav-
eled since they were last reset. The fuel reserve tripmeter shows the
distance traveled on the fuel reserve.
TIP
The odometer will lock at 999999.
 The tripmeters will reset and con-
tinue counting after 9999.9 is
reached.Push the select button to change the
display between the odometer “ODO”
and the tripmeters “TRIP 1” and “TRIP
2” in the following order:
ODO → TRIP 1 → TRIP 2 → ODO
When approximately 3.1 L (0.82 US
gal, 0.68 Imp.gal) of fuel remains in the
fuel tank, the display will automatically
change to the fuel reserve tripmeter
“TRIP F” and start counting the dis-
tance traveled from that point. In this
case, push the select button to change
the display in the following order:
TRIP F → ODO → TRIP 1 → TRIP 2 →
TRIP F
To reset a tripmeter, use the select but-
ton to display the desired tripmeter,
and then push the reset button for two
seconds. If you do not reset the fuel re-
serve tripmeter manually, it will reset it-
1. Clock
2. Fuel meter
3. Odometer/tripmeter/fuel reserve tripmeter
4. Reset button
5. Select button
1
23
5
4
1. Odometer/tripmeter/fuel reserve tripmeter
1
U2PNE1E0.book Page 6 Monday, December 28, 2015 11:03 AM

Instrument and control functions
3-7
3 self automatically and the display will
return to the prior mode after refueling
and traveling 5 km (3 mi).
Fuel meter
The fuel meter indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The display seg-
ments of the fuel meter disappear from
“F” (full) towards “E” (empty) as the fuel
level decreases. When the fuel level
warning indicator “ ” starts flashing,
refuel as soon as possible.
TIPThis fuel meter is equipped with a self-
diagnosis system. If a problem is de-
tected in the electrical circuit, all the display segments and symbol “ ” will
flash repeatedly. If this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir- cuit.
Clock mo de
The clock uses a 12-hour time system.
To set the clock1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Push the select button and reset button together for two seconds.
The hour digits start flashing.
3. Use the reset button to set the hours. 4. Push the select button, and the
minute digits will start flashing.
5. Use the reset button to set the mi- nutes.
6. Push the select button and then release it to start the clock.
Self-d iagnosis device
This model is equipped with a self-di-
agnosis device for various electrical
circuits.
If a problem is detected in any of those
circuits, the engine trouble warning
light will come on and the odome-
ter/tripmeter display will indicate an er-
ror code.
1. Fuel level warning indicator “ ”
2. Fuel meter
2
1
1. Clock
2. Select button
3. Reset button
1
2
3
1. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
2. Error code display
3. Immobilizer system indicator light
1
2
3
U2PNE1E0.book Page 7 Monday, December 28, 2015 11:03 AM

Instrument and control functions
3-12
3
EAU12944
Brake ped alThe brake pedal is located on the right
side of the motorcycle. To apply the
rear brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
EAU13075
Fuel tank capTo 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
released and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi- tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
TIPThe fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly closed and locked.
WARNING
EWA11092
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly close d after fillin g fuel.
Leakin g fuel is a fire hazar d.
1. Brake pedal
1. Unlock.
2. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2
1
U2PNE1E0.book Page 12 Monday, December 28, 2015 11:03 AM

Instrument and control functions
3-13
3
EAU13213
FuelMake sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING
EWA10882
Gasoline an d g asoline vapors are
extremely flammab le. To avoid fires
an d explosions an d to re duce the
risk of injury when refuelin g, follow
these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the en- gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vi-
cinity of sparks, open flames, or
other sources of ignition such as
the pilot lights of water heaters
and clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling when the fuel reaches the
bottom of the filler tube. Because
fuel expands when it heats up,
heat from the engine or the sun
can cause fuel to spill out of the
fuel tank. 3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-
ately. NOTICE: Immediately
wipe off spille d fuel with a clean,
d ry, soft cloth, since fuel may
d eteriorate painted surfaces or
plastic parts.
[ECA10072]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap.
WARNING
EWA15152
Gasoline is poisonous an d can cau-
se injury or death. Han dle gasoline
with care. Never siphon gasoline by
mouth. If you shoul d swallow some
g asoline or inhale a lot of g asoline
vapor, or g et some gasoline in your
eyes, see your d octor immediately. If g
asoline spills on your skin, wash
with soap an d water. If gasoline
spills on your clothin g, chan ge your
clothes.
EAUM3111
NOTICE
ECA11401
Use only unlea ded g asoline. The use
of lea ded g asoline will cause severe
d amag e to internal en gine parts,
such as the valves an d piston rin gs,
as well as to the exhaust system.Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use premium unleaded gas-
oline with a research octane number of
95 or higher. If knocking (or pinging)
occurs, use a gasoline of a different
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
12
Recommen ded fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline (Gaso-
hol (E10) acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity:
14.5 L (3.83 US gal, 3.19 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount (when the fuel
level warnin g in dicator flashes):
3.1 L (0.82 US gal, 0.68 Imp.gal)
U2PNE1E0.book Page 13 Monday, December 28, 2015 11:03 AM

Instrument and control functions
3-14
3
brand. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
spark plug life and reduce mainte-
nance costs.
Gasohol
There are two types of gasohol: gaso-
hol containing ethanol and that con-
taining methanol. Gasohol containing
ethanol can be used if the ethanol con-
tent does not exceed 10% (E10). Gas-
ohol containing methanol is not
recommended by Yamaha because it
can cause damage to the fuel system
or vehicle performance problems.
EAU51172
Fuel tank
breather hose an d
overflow hoseBefore operating the motorcycle:
 Check each hose connection.
 Check each hose for cracks or
damage, and replace if necessary.
 Make sure that the end of each
hose is not blocked, and clean if
necessary.
EAU13447
Catalytic converters This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
WARNING
EWA10863
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazar d or
b urns:
 Do not park the vehicle near
possi ble fire hazar ds such as
g rass or other materials that
easily burn.
 Park the vehicle in a place
where pe destrians or child ren
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
 Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has coole d down before
d oin g any maintenance work.
 Do not allow the en gine to i dle
more than a few minutes. Lon g
i d lin g can cause a b uild-up of
heat.
1. Fuel tank breather hose
2. Fuel tank overflow hose
2
1
U2PNE1E0.book Page 14 Monday, December 28, 2015 11:03 AM

For your safety – pre-operation checks
4-1
4
EAU15599
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11152
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment d amage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d any pro blem. If a pro blem cannot b e corrected b y the proce dures provi ded in
this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose for obstructions, cracks or
damage, and check hose connections. 3-13, 3-14
En gine oil • Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-10
Front brake • Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-19, 6-20
U2PNE1E0.book Page 1 Monday, December 28, 2015 11:03 AM

Operation and important rid ing points
5-3
5
EAU16811
Tips for re ducin g fuel con-
sumptionFuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follow-
ing tips to reduce fuel consumption:
 Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
 Do not rev the engine while shift-
ing down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the en-
gine.
 Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traf-
fic lights or at railroad crossings).
EAU16842
Engine break-inThere is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For
this reason, you should read the fol-
lowing material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that
might result in engine overheating
must be avoided.
EAU17094
0–1000 km (0–600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 4800
r/min. NOTICE: After 1000 km (600
mi) of operation, the en gine oil must
b e chan ged an d the oil filter car-
tri dg e or element replace d.
[ECA10303]
1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 5700
r/min. 1600 km (1000 mi) an
d b eyon d
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
NOTICE
ECA10311
 Keep the en gine spee d out of
the tachometer red zone.
 If any en gine trou ble shoul d oc-
cur during the en gine break-in
period , imme diately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
U2PNE1E0.book Page 3 Monday, December 28, 2015 11:03 AM