lock YAMAHA XVS1300CU 2014 User Guide

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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brand or premium unleaded fuel. Use
of unleaded fuel will extend spark plug
life and reduce maintenance 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.
EAU39453
Fuel tank
breather/overflow
hoseBefore operating the motorcycle:
 Check the fuel tank breather/over-
flow hose connection.
 Check the fuel tank breather/over-
flow hose for cracks or damage,
and replace it if necessary.
 Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather/overflow hose is not
blocked, and clean it if necessary.
EAU13434
Catalytic converterThis model is equipped with a catalytic
converter 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 chil dren
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 brea ther/overflow hose
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NOTICE
ECA10702
Use only unleaded g asoline. The use
of lead ed g asoline will cause unre-
pairab le damag e to the catalytic
converter.
EAU50681
SeatTo remove the seat 1. Insert the key into the seat lock, turn it counterclockwise, and then
lift the front of the seat up.
2. Pull the seat forward as shown to unhook it from the center seat
holder. 3. Pull the seat rearward to unhook it
from the rear seat holder, and then
pull it off.
To install the seat 1. Insert the projection on the rear of the seat into the rear seat holder.1. Seat lock
2. Unlock.
2
1
1. Center seat holder
1. Rear seat holder1
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2. Slide the seat rearward to fit the
slot in its bottom over the center
seat holder.
3. Push the front of the seat down to lock it in place.
4. Remove the key.
TIPMake sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
EAU14312
Helmet hol derThe helmet holder is located under the
seat.
To secure a helmet to the helmet
hol der
1. Remove the seat. (See page 3-13.)
2. Attach the helmet to the helmet holder, and then securely install
the seat. WARNING! Never ri de
with a helmet attached to the
helmet hol der, since the helmet
may hit o bjects, causin g loss of
control an d possi bly an acci-
d ent.
[EWA10162]
To release the helmet from the hel-
met hol der
Remove the seat, remove the helmet
from the helmet holder, and then install
the seat.
1. Projection
2. Rear seat holder
3. Slot
4. Center seat holder12
3
4
1. Helmet holder
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EAU50701
Adjustin g the clutch lever free
playThe clutch lever free play should mea-
sure 5.0–10.0 mm (0.20–0.39 in) as
shown. Periodically check the clutch
lever free play and, if necessary, adjust
it as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the clutch lever.
2. To increase the clutch lever free play, turn the clutch lever free play
adjusting bolt in direction (a). To
decrease the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in di-
rection (b).
TIPIf the specified clutch lever free play
could be obtained as described above,
skip steps 3–6.3. Fully turn the adjusting bolt in di-rection (a) to loosen the clutch ca-
ble.
4. Slide the rubber covers apart, and then loosen the locknut.
5. To increase the clutch lever free play, turn the clutch lever free play
adjusting nut in direction (a). To
decrease the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting nut in di-
rection (b). 6. Tighten the locknut at the clutch
cable, and then slide the rubber
covers to their original positions.
7. Tighten the locknut at the clutch lever.
1. Clutch lever free play
2. Locknut
3. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
3(a)(b)
2
1
1. Rubber cover
2. Locknut
3. Clutch lever free play adjusting nut
(a)
1
(b)
1
2
3
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brake
WARNING
EWA15991
Improper maintenance can result in
loss of brakin g a bility. O bserve
these precautions:  Insufficient brake flui d may al-
low air to enter the b rake sys-
tem, re ducin g brakin g
performance.
 Clean the filler cap before re-
moving . Use only DOT 4 b rake
flui d from a seale d container. 
Use only the specified b rake flu-
i d ; otherwise, the ru bber seals
may deteriorate, causin g leak-
a g e.
 Refill with the same type of
brake flui d. A ddin g a brake flui d
other than DOT 4 may result in a
harmful chemical reaction.
 Be careful that water does not
enter the brake flui d reservoir
when refillin g. Water will si gnifi-
cantly lower the boilin g point of
the flui d an d may result in vapor
lock.
NOTICE
ECA17641
Brake flui d may damag e painted
surfaces or plastic parts. Always
clean up spille d flui d imme diately.As the brake pads wear, it is normal for
the brake fluid level to gradually go
down. A low brake fluid level may indi-
cate worn brake pads and/or brake
system leakage; therefore, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and the
brake system for leakage. If the brake fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause before further riding.
1. Minimum level markSpecifie d b rake flui d:
DOT 41
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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
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in- stallation. NOTICE: When install-
in g the b attery, be sure the key
is turne d to “OFF”, then connect
the positive lea d before con-
nectin g the ne gative lea d.
[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.
EAU50811
Replacin g the fusesThe main fuse, the fuel injection sys-
tem fuse, and the fuse box, which con-
tains the fuses for the individual
circuits, are located under the seat.
(See page 3-13.)
TIPTo access the fuel injection system
fuse, remove the starter relay cover by
pulling it upward.
1. Fuel injection system spare fuse
2. Fuel injection system fuse
3. Fuse box
4. Main fuse
1
2
3
4
1. Signaling system fuse
2. Ignition fuse
3. Parking lighting fuse
4. Radiator fan fuse
5. Backup fuse (for clock)
6. Headlight fuse
7. Spare fuse
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EAU24182
Tail/brake li ghtThis model is equipped with an LED-
type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU24215
Replacin g a turn sig nal light
b ul b1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise. 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the screws. NOTICE: Do not over-
ti ghten the screws, otherwise
the lens may break.
[ECA10682]
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
2
1
1. Turn signal light bulb
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gine overheatin g
WARNING
EWAT1041
Do not remove the ra diator cap when the en gine an d ra diator are hot. Scal din g hot flui d an d steam may be
b lown out un der pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en gine has coole d.
 Place a thick ra g, like a towel, over the ra diator cap, an d then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the
d etent to allow any resi dual pressure to escape. When the hissin g soun d has stoppe d, press d own on the cap
while turnin g it counterclockwise, an d then remove the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool-
ant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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INDEXAAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-33BBattery .................................................. 6-28
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-20
Brake lever .............................................. 3-9
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-19
Brake light switches.............................. 6-19
Brake pedal........................................... 3-10CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-23
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-12
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-18
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-3DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-7
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-22EEngine break-in....................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ................................. 3-8
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-3FFront and rear brake pads, checking.... 6-20 Front fork, checking ............................. 6-26
Fuel ....................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ......... 3-12
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-10
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29
HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-7
Hazard switch......................................... 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-30
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-14
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................ 3-8IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-16
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-2LLicense plate light ................................ 6-33MMain switch/steering lock....................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system.................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-4NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-2OOil level warning light ............................. 3-2PPanel, removing and installing ............... 6-8 Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Pass switch .............................................3-7
RRear suspension, lubricating ................6-25
RESET switch .........................................3-8SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seat .......................................................3-13
SELECT switch .......................................3-8
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal ...............................................3-9
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-15
Sidestand ..............................................3-16
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....6-25
Spark plugs, checking ............................6-8
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Start switch .............................................3-8
Steering, checking ................................6-27
Storage ...................................................7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-34
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-26TTail/brake light ......................................6-32
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ...........................................6-23
Throttle grip free play, checking ...........6-15
Tires ......................................................6-15
Tool kit ....................................................6-2
Troubleshooting ....................................6-34
Troubleshooting charts .........................6-36
Turn signal indicator light........................3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............6-32
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