2000 YAMAHA XJR 1300 light

DESCRIPTION
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Right view8. Tail/brake light (page 6-27)
9. Luggage strap holders (page 3-15)
10. Tool kit (page 6-1)
11. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-18)
12. Fuses (page 6-25)13. Air filter (page 6-10)
14. Fuel tank (page 3-9)
15. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-18)
16. Headlight (page 6-25)
17. Rear brake pedal (page 3-8)

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................... 3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................... 3-2
Oil level indicator circuit check .............................. 3-3
Speedometer ........................................................ 3-4
Tachometer ........................................................... 3-4
Antitheft alarm (optional) ...................................... 3-4
Fuel gauge ............................................................ 3-5
Handlebar switches .............................................. 3-5
Clutch lever ........................................................... 3-7
Shift pedal ............................................................. 3-7
Front brake lever ................................................... 3-8
Rear brake pedal .................................................. 3-8Fuel tank cap ....................................................... 3-9
Fuel ...................................................................... 3-9
Fuel cock ............................................................ 3-10
Starter (choke) “ ” ........................................... 3-11
Seat.................................................................... 3-11
Helmet holder..................................................... 3-12
Storage compartment ........................................ 3-12
Front fork adjustment ......................................... 3-13
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....................... 3-13
Luggage strap holders ....................................... 3-15
Sidestand ........................................................... 3-15
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-15

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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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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.
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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”. @1. Push
2. Turn

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary 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.
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Indicator lights
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Turn indicator lights “ ” / “ ”
The corresponding indicator flashes
when the turn switch is moved to the
left or right.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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Oil level indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the oil
level is low. This light circuit can be
checked by the procedure on page 3-3.
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CAUTION:@ Do not run the motorcycle until you
know it has sufficient engine oil. @NOTE:@ Even if the oil is filled to the specified
level, the indicator light may flicker
when riding on a slope or during sud-
den acceleration or deceleration, but
this is normal. @
1. Left turn indicator light “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. Right turn indicator light “ ”
5. Oil level indicator light “ ”

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Oil level indicator circuit check
CB-52E
Wait a few seconds (see NOTE).
Oil level indicator light
goes off.
Oil level indicator light
remains on.Check engine oil level.
Oil level indicator light
comes on.
Oil level indicator light
still does not come on.
Engine oil level and
electrical circuit are OK.
Go ahead with riding.Put the transmission in neutral or apply the
clutch lever, then push the start switch.
Oil level
is OK.
Supply
engine oil.Oil level
is low.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect electrical circuit.
Turn the main switch to “ON”.
Turn the engine stop switch to “ ”.
NOTE:When the main switch is turned on, the oil level indicator
light will come on for a few seconds and then go off. If the
indicator light does not come on, ask a Yamaha dealer to in-
spect the electrical circuit.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel gaugeThis model is equipped with an electric
fuel gauge so the rider can monitor the
fuel level in the fuel tank. When the
needle indicates “E” (Empty), about
4.5 L remain in the fuel tank.
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Handlebar switches
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Pass switch “PASS”
Press the switch to operate the passing
light.
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Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push the
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push the switch to “ ”. Once the
switch is released it will return to the
center position. To cancel the signal,
push the switch in after it has returned
to the center position.
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Horn switch “ ”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
1. Fuel gauge
1. Pass switch “PASS”
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch “ ”

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Engine stop switch
The engine stop switch is a safety de-
vice for use in an emergency such as
when the motorcycle overturns or if
trouble occurs in the throttle system.
Turn the switch to “ ” to start the en-
gine. In case of emergency, turn the
switch to “ ” to stop the engine.
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Lights switch
Turning the light switch to “ ”, turns
on the auxiliary light, meter lights and
taillight. Turning the light switch to
“ ” turns the headlight on also.
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Start switch “ ”
The starter motor cranks the engine
when pushing the start switch.
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CAUTION:@ See starting instructions prior to
starting the engine. @
1. Engine stop switch
2. Lights switch
3. Start switch “ ”

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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NOTE:Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be thoroughly accom-
plished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
WARNING
If any item in the PRE-OPERATION CHECK is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the motorcycle.Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
Fuel• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.3-9 ~ 3-10
Lights, signals and
switches• Check for proper operation. 6-25 ~ 6-27 ITEM CHECKS PAGE