2000 YAMAHA XJR 1300 stop start

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3
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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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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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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 “ ”

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Luggage strap holdersThere are four luggage strap holders
below the passenger seat, two of which
can be turned outward for easier ac-
cess.
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SidestandThis model is equipped with an ignition
circuit cut-off system. The motorcycle
must not be ridden when the sidestand
is down. The sidestand is located on
the left side of the frame. (Refer to
page 5-1 for an explanation of this sys-
tem.)
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WARNING
@ This motorcycle must not be operat-
ed with the sidestand in the down
position. If the stand is not properly
retracted, it could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-
sulting in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha has designed into this
motorcycle a lockout system to as-
sist the operator in fulfilling the re-
sponsibility of retracting the
sidestand. Please check carefully
the operating instructions listed be-
low and if there is any indication of a
malfunction, return the motorcycle
to a Yamaha dealer immediately for
repair. @
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Sidestand/clutch switch
operation checkCheck the operation of the sidestand
switch and clutch switch against the in-
formation below.
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WARNING
@ l
Be sure to use the centerstand
during this inspection.
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If improper operation is noted,
consult a Yamaha dealer.
@CD-08E
1. Luggage strap holder (´ 4)
TURN MAIN SWITCH TO “ON” AND
ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO “ ”.TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND
SIDESTAND IS UP.PULL IN CLUTCH LEVER AND
PUSH START SWITCH.ENGINE WILL START.

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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TURN THE MAIN SWITCH TO “ON” AND THE
ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO “ ”.
IF TRANSMISSION IS IN NEUTRAL AND
SIDESTAND IS DOWN,PUSH THE START SWITCH.
ENGINE WILL START.RETRACT SIDESTAND AND PUT
TRANSMISSION IN GEAR.
IF TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND
SIDESTAND IS UP,PULL IN THE CLUTCH LEVER AND PUSH THE
START SWITCH. ENGINE WILL START.
MOTORCYCLE CAN BE RIDDEN.
MOTORCYCLE CAN BE RIDDEN.

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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51. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
2. Turn the main switch to “ON” and
the engine stop switch to “ ”.
3. Shift transmission into neutral.
NOTE:@ When the transmission is in neutral, the
neutral indicator light should be on. If
the light does not come on, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect it. @4. Turn on the starter (choke) and
completely close the throttle grip.
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.NOTE:@ If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, then
try again. Each attempt should be as
short as possible to preserve the bat-
tery. Do not crank the engine more
than 10 seconds on any one attempt. @
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CAUTION:@ The oil level indicator light should
come on when the start switch is
pushed and should go off when the
start switch is released. If the indica-
tor light flickers or remains on, im-
mediately stop the engine and
check the engine oil level and for oil
leakage. If necessary, fill the engine
with oil and check to see that the oil
level indicator light goes off. If the
light does not go off even with suffi-
cient oil in the crankcase or the light
does not come on when pushing the
start switch, consult a Yamaha deal-
er. @6. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) halfway back.NOTE:@ For maximum engine life, never accel-
erate hard with a cold engine! @
7. After the engine is warm, turn off
the starter (choke) completely.NOTE:@ The engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off. @

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6 10. Start the engine and warm it up for
several minutes. While warming
up, check for oil leakage. If oil
leakage is found, stop the engine
immediately and check for the
cause.
NOTE:@ After the engine is started, the oil level
indicator light should go off if oil is filled
to the specified level. @
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CAUTION:@ If the indicator light flickers or re-
mains on, immediately stop the en-
gine and consult with a Yamaha
dealer. @
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Air filterThe air filter should be cleaned at the
specified intervals. It should be cleaned
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the seat. (See page 3-11
for seat removal and installation
procedures.)
2. Remove panel A. (See page 6-5
for panel removal and installation
procedures.)
3. Remove the air filter case cover by
lifting up the wires as shown and
removing the screws.4. Pull out the air filter.1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw (´ 4)
1. Air filter

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