2000 YAMAHA XJR 1300 checking oil

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Tool kit................................................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication ................... 6-2
Panel removal and installation .............................. 6-5
Panel A ................................................................. 6-5
Spark plugs........................................................... 6-6
Engine oil .............................................................. 6-7
Air filter ............................................................... 6-10
Carburetor adjustment ........................................ 6-11
Idle speed adjustment ........................................ 6-11
Throttle cable free play inspection ...................... 6-12
Valve clearance adjustment ................................ 6-12
Tires .................................................................... 6-13
Wheels ................................................................ 6-16
Rear brake pedal height adjustment ................... 6-16
Brake light switch adjustment ............................. 6-17
Checking the front and rear brake pads.............. 6-17
Inspecting the brake fluid level............................ 6-18
Brake fluid replacement ...................................... 6-19
Drive chain slack check ...................................... 6-19
Drive chain slack adjustment .............................. 6-19Drive chain lubrication........................................ 6-20
Cable inspection and lubrication ........................ 6-20
Throttle cable and grip lubrication ...................... 6-21
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ........................ 6-21
Brake and clutch lever lubrication ...................... 6-21
Center and sidestand lubrication ....................... 6-22
Front fork inspection ........................................... 6-22
Steering inspection ............................................ 6-23
Wheel bearings .................................................. 6-23
Battery................................................................ 6-23
Fuse replacement .............................................. 6-25
Headlight bulb replacement ............................... 6-25
Tail/brake light bulb replacement ........................ 6-27
Turn signal light bulb replacement...................... 6-27
Front wheel removal ........................................... 6-28
Front wheel installation ...................................... 6-29
Rear wheel removal ........................................... 6-30
Rear wheel installation ....................................... 6-31
Troubleshooting .................................................. 6-31
Troubleshooting chart ......................................... 6-32

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-7
6Installation
1. Measure the electrode gap with a
wire thickness gauge and, if nec-
essary, adjust the gap to specifica-
tion.
2. Clean the gasket surface. Wipe off
any grime from the threads.
3. Install the spark plug and tighten it
to the specified torque.
NOTE:@ If a torque wrench is not available when
you are installing a spark plug, a good
estimate of the correct torque is 1/4 to
1/2 turn past finger tight. Have the
spark plug tightened to the specified
torque as soon as possible. @4. Install the spark plug caps.
EAU01784*
Engine oilOil level inspection
1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand. Warm up the engine for
several minutes.NOTE:@ Be sure the motorcycle is positioned
straight up when checking the oil level.
A slight tilt toward the side can result in
false readings. @
a. Spark plug gapSpark plug gap:
0.8 ~ 0.9 mm
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
17.5 Nm (1.75 m·kg)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-8
6 2. With the engine stopped, check
the oil level through the level win-
dow located at the lower part of
the right side crankcase cover.
NOTE:@ Wait a few minutes until the oil level
settles before checking. @3. The oil level should be between
the maximum and minimum level
marks. If the level is low, add suffi-
cient oil to raise it to the specified
level.Engine oil and oil filter element re-
placement
1. Warm up the engine for several
minutes.
2. Stop the engine. Place an oil pan
under the engine and remove the
oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain bolt and drain
the oil.4. Remove the oil filter drain screw,
filter cover bolt, filter cover, oil filter
element and O-ring.
5. Reinstall the drain bolt and tighten
it to the specified torque.1. Oil level window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1. Engine oil drain bolt
1. Oil filter drain screw
2. Oil filter cover boltTightening torque:
Drain bolt:
43 Nm (4.3 m·kg)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-18
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EAU01800*
Inspecting the brake fluid levelInsufficient brake fluid may let air enter
the brake or clutch system, possibly
causing them to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level and fill
when necessary. Low brake fluid levels
may indicate worn brake pads and/or
fluid leakage. If the brake fluid level is
low, be sure to inspect the brake pads
for wear and the brake and clutch sys-
tems for leakage.NOTE:The rear master cylinder is located be-
hind panel A.
Observe these precautions:l
When checking the fluid level,
make sure the top of the master
cylinder is level by turning the han-
dlebars.
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Use only the designated quality
brake fluid. Otherwise, the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor brake or clutch
performance.
l
Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor brake or clutch perfor-
mance.
l
Be careful that water does not en-
ter the master cylinder when refill-
ing. Water will significantly lower
the boiling point of the fluid and
may result in vapor lock.
l
Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
l
Have a Yamaha dealer check the
cause if the brake fluid level goes
down.
1. Minimum level markFront
1. Minimum level markRecommended brake fluid: DOT 4Rear
1. Minimum level markClutch

10-INDEXAAir filter .................................................. 6-10
Antitheft alarm (optional) ..........................3-4BBattery ................................................... 6-23
Brake and clutch lever lubrication........... 6-21
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ............ 6-21
Brake fluid replacement ......................... 6-19
Brake light switch adjustment ................. 6-17CCable inspection and lubrication ............ 6-20
Carburetor adjustment ........................... 6-11
Care.........................................................7-1
Center and sidestand lubrication ............ 6-22
Checking the front and
rear brake pads ................................... 6-17
Clutch lever ..............................................3-7
Controls/Instruments ................................2-3DDimmer switch .........................................3-5
Drive chain lubrication ............................ 6-20
Drive chain slack adjustment.................. 6-19
Drive chain slack check.......................... 6-19EEngine break-in........................................5-5
Engine oil .................................................6-7
Engine stop switch ...................................3-6FFront brake lever ......................................3-8
Front fork adjustment ............................. 3-13
Front fork inspection .............................. 6-22
Front wheel installation .......................... 6-29
Front wheel removal .............................. 6-28
Fuel ......................................................... 3-9
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-10
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-5
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-9
Fuse replacement.................................. 6-25GGive safety the right of way ..................... 1-1HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-5
Dimmer switch ................................... 3-5
Engine stop switch ............................. 3-6
Horn switch ........................................ 3-5
Lights switch ...................................... 3-6
Pass switch ........................................ 3-5
Start switch ........................................ 3-6
Turn signal switch .............................. 3-5
Headlight bulb replacement ................... 6-25
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-12
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-5IIdentification number records................... 9-1
Idle speed adjustment ........................... 6-11
Indicator lights ......................................... 3-2
High beam indicator light .................... 3-2
Neutral indicator light.......................... 3-2
Oil level indicator light ........................ 3-2
Turn indicator lights ............................ 3-2
Inspecting the brake fluid level............... 6-18
KKey identification number .........................9-1LLeft view...................................................2-1
Lights switch ............................................3-6
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-15MMain switch/Steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level indicator circuit check .................3-3
Oil level indicator light ..............................3-2PPanel A ....................................................6-5
Panel removal and installation..................6-5
Parking.....................................................5-6
Pass switch ..............................................3-5
Periodic maintenance and lubrication .......6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1RRear brake pedal .....................................3-8
Rear brake pedal height adjustment.......6-16
Rear shock absorber adjustment............3-13
Rear wheel installation ...........................6-31
Rear wheel removal ...............................6-30
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only) .............................5-5
Right view ................................................2-2