2000 YAMAHA XVZ1300A wheel

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-2
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CAUTION:@ l
Avoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If you do use such
products for hard-to-remove
dirt, do not leave it on any long-
er than instructed, then thor-
oughly rinse it off with water,
immediately dry the area and
apply a corrosion protection
spray.
l
Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use
only a soft, clean cloth or
sponge with mild detergent and
water to clean plastic.
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Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
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Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel bearings,
swingarm bearings, forks and
brakes), electric components
(couplers, connectors, instru-
ments, switches and lights),
breather hoses and vents.
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For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning
compounds for plastic may
leave scratches on the wind-
shield. Test the product on a
small hidden part of the wind-
shield to make sure they do not
leave any marks. If the wind-
shield is scratched, use a quali-
ty plastic polishing compound
after washing.
@After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on the
roads in the winter are extremely corro-
sive in combination with water, carry
out the following steps after each ride
in the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads. (Salt sprayed in the
winter may remain on the roads well
into spring.)
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-5
7a. Remove the spark plug caps and
spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the
spark plugs and place the spark
plugs on the cylinder head so that
the electrodes are grounded. (This
will limit sparking during the next
step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times
with the starter. (This will coat the
cylinder walls with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug caps from
the spark plugs, install the spark
plugs and then the spark plug
caps.
EWA00003
WARNING
@ When turning the engine over, be
sure to ground the spark plug elec-
trodes to prevent damage or injury
from sparking. @
6. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand/
centerstand.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, then raise the
motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover up the muffler outlets with
plastic bags to prevent moisture
from entering.9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and recharge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in
an excessively cold or warm place
(less than 0 °C or more than
30 °C). For more information, see
“Battery storage” in the chapter
“PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIRS”.
NOTE:@ Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle. @
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8-1
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8-SPECIFICATIONSSpecifications
Model XVZ1300A
Dimensions
Overall length 2,480 mm
Overall width 950 mm
Overall height 1,160 mm
Seat height 715 mm
Wheelbase 1,695 mm
Ground clearance 150 mm
Minimum turning radius 3,400 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)
330 kg
Engine
Engine type Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement V type 4-cylinder
Displacement 1,294 cm
3
Bore ´ stroke 79 ´ 66 mm
Compression ratio 10:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Wet sumpEngine oil
Ty p e
Recommended engine oil
classification API Service SE, SF, SG type or
higher
Quantity
Periodic oil change 3.5 L
With oil filter replacement 3.7 L
Total amount 4.3 L
-20˚ -10˚ 0˚
10˚20˚ 30˚
40˚50˚C
SAE 10W/30
SAE 15W/40SAE 20W/40SAE 20W/50
SAE 10W/40
CAUTION:Be sure to use motor oils that do not contain anti-friction
modifiers. Passenger car motor oils (often labeled
“Energy Conserving”) contain anti-friction additives which
will cause clutch and/or starter clutch slippage, resulting in
reduced component life and poor engine performance.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Maximum load* 203 kg
Air pressure (cold tire)
Up to 90 kg load*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm
2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
90 kg load ~ maximum load*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 280 kPa (2.80 kg/cm2, 2.80 bar)
* Load is the total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accesso-
ries.
Wheels
Front
Ty p e C a s t
Size 16 ´ MT3.50
Rear
Ty p e C a s t
Size 15M/C ´ MT4.00
Brakes
Front
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Fluid DOT 4Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot operation
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Fr o n t
Ty p e Te l e s c o p i c f o r k
Rear
Type Swingarm (link suspension)
Shock absorber
Front Coil-air spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 140 mm
Rear 95 mm
Electrical sysyem
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 23 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 18 AH
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INDEX
SShifting .................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-6
Sidestand .............................................. 3-15
Sidestand/clutch switch operation
check .................................................. 3-15
Sidestand lubrication ............................. 6-22
Spark plugs ............................................. 6-6
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer ........................................... 3-3
Starter (choke) knob ................................ 3-9
Starting a warm engine ............................ 5-3
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-5
Steering lock............................................ 3-9
Storage.................................................... 7-4TThrottle cable free play inspection ......... 6-12
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .......... 5-4
Tires ...................................................... 6-13
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting..................................... 6-28
Troubleshooting chart ............................ 6-29
Turn indicator light ................................... 3-2
Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement ........................................ 6-28
Turn signal switch .................................... 3-4
VValve clearance adjustment .................. 6-12
Vehicle identification number................... 9-1WWheels .................................................. 6-15
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