key YAMAHA XVZ1300TF 2000 Owners Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONParticularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
WARNING
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death
to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle.
CAUTION:A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
motorcycle.NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
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Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing,
there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If there is any
question concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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3-INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lockThe main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on. The
engine can be started. The key cannot
be removed in this position.
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ACC (Accessory)
The audio system, auxiliary DC termi-
nal and jack can be used in this posi-
tion.
The key cannot be removed in this po-
sition. Do not use the accessory posi-
tion for an extended period of time as
the battery may discharge.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off. The key can be removed in this po-
sition.
To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left. While push-
ing the key into the main switch, turn it
from “OFF” to “LOCK” and remove it.
To release the lock, turn the key to
“OFF” while pushing.
1. ON
2. ACC (Accessory)
3. OFF
4. LOCK
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WARNING
@ Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Be
sure the motorcycle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”. @
On the right side of the headpipe, there
is also a place to lock the steering with
a padlock. Turn the handlebars to align
the holes in the two brackets and lock
the steering with a suitable padlock.
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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight, license light and auxil-
iary light come on but all other circuits
are off. The key can be removed in this
position.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “ ”.
Do not use this position for an extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
1. Push
2. Turn
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Fuel tank capTo remove
Slide the lock cover open, insert the
key and turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The
lock will be released and the cap can
be removed.
To install
Make sure the arrow mark on the tank
cap is facing forward, then push the
tank cap into position. Turn the key
counterclockwise to the original posi-
tion and remove it. Close the lock cov-
er.
NOTE:@ This tank cap cannot be closed unless
the key is in the lock. The key cannot
be removed if the cap is not locked
properly. @
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WARNING
@ Be sure the cap is properly installed
and locked in place before riding the
motorcycle. @
1. Lock cover
2. Open
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Helmet holdersTo open a helmet holder, insert the key
in the lock and turn it as shown. To lock
the helmet holder, place the holder in
its original position and remove the
key.
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WARNING
@ Never ride with a helmet in either
helmet holder. The helmet may hit
objects, causing loss of control and
possibly an accident. @
1. Helmet holder (right)
2. Open
1. Helmet holder (left)
2. Open
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Saddlebags and travel trunk
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WARNING
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Always be sure to close and
lock the saddlebags and travel
trunk securely before operating
the motorcycle.
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Distribute weight evenly on
each side of the motorcycle.
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Never exceed the maximum
loading limit of 9 kg in each sad-
dlebag and the travel trunk. Im-
proper loading or overloading
can cause vehicle handling
problems leading to an accident
or personal injury.
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Read the Owner’s manual for
important loading and tire pres-
sure information.
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Total weight of rider, passen-
ger, accessories and cargo
must not exceed the motorcycle
load capacity shown in the
Owner’s Manual.
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Never ride above 120 km/h with
travel trunk and/or saddlebags
because handling could be af-
fected. This maximum speed
may be reduced by such factors
as improper loading, poor tire
or overall motorcycle condi-
tions, poor road surfaces or ad-
verse weather conditions.
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Saddlebags
To openInsert the key into the lock, turn it coun-
terclockwise, and then push it in.
To lockClose the lid. Then, turn the key clock-
wise and remove it.NOTE:@ Be sure to push down on both sides of
the lid so that each latch snaps into
place. @1. Saddlebag lock
2. Open
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Travel trunk
To open
1. Insert the key into the lock, turn it
counterclockwise, and then push it
in.2. Lift up the lid so that it will rest in
place as shown when it is re-
leased.
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CAUTION:@ Do not apply excessive pressure on
the travel trunk lid when it is open. @
1. Storage compartment
2. Storage pouch
1. Travel trunk lock
2. Open
1. Lid resting in opened position
2. Storage pouch
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To lock
1. Lift up the lid completely, and then
close it.
NOTE:@ Be sure to push down on both sides of
the lid so that each latch snaps into
place. @2. Turn the key clockwise and re-
move it.
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CAUTION:@ Be sure not to lock the key inside ei-
ther saddlebag or the travel trunk. @
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Front fork adjustmentThis front fork is equipped with a spring
preload adjuster.
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WARNING
@ Always adjust each fork leg to the
same setting. Uneven adjustment
can cause poor handling and loss of
stability. @Adjust spring preload as follows.
1. Put the motorcycle on the side-
stand.NOTE:@ There should be no weight on the
motorcycle when performing this job. @
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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0 ~ 1,000 km
Avoid operation above 1/3 throttle.
1,000 ~ 1,600 km
Avoid cruising speeds in excess of
1/2 throttle.
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CAUTION:@ After 1,000 km of operation, be sure
to replace the engine oil, oil filter
and final gear oil. @
1,600 km and beyond
Proceed with normal riding.
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CAUTION:@ If any engine trouble should occur
during the break-in period, consult a
Yamaha dealer immediately. @
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ParkingWhen parking the motorcycle, stop the
engine and remove the ignition key.
Turn the fuel cock to “OFF” whenever
stopping the engine.
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WARNING
@ The exhaust system is hot. Park the
motorcycle in a place where pedes-
trians or children are not likely to
touch the motorcycle. Do not park
the motorcycle on a slope or soft
ground; the motorcycle may over-
turn. @
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Identification number records ........................................................... 10-1
Key identification number ................................................................. 10-1
Vehicle identification number............................................................ 10-1
Model label ....................................................................................... 10-2
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