2000 YAMAHA XVZ1300A Owners Manual

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SpeedometerThis speedometer is equipped with an
odometer and a trip meter. Pushing the
“TRIP” button will change the display
from one to the other. When set to
“ODO”, it indicates the motorcycle’s to-
tal mileage. When set to “TRIP”, it indi-
cates the motorcycle’s mileage since
the trip meter was last reset. Use the
trip meter to estimate how far you can
ride on a tank of fuel. This information
will enable you to plan fuel stops in the
future.To reset the trip meter to “0”, push the
“TRIP” button until it displays “TRIP”,
then push it once again and hold it
down for at least one second.
NOTE:@ This motorcycle does not have a ta-
chometer. However, it is equipped with
an engine speed limiter, which pre-
vents the engine speed from exceed-
ing approximately 6,000 r/min and the
vehicle from exceeding a top riding
speed of approximately 180 km/h. @
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Antitheft alarm (optional)An antitheft alarm can be equipped to
this motorcycle. Consult your Yamaha
dealer to obtain and install the alarm.
1. “TRIP” button
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Handlebar switches
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1. Pass switch “ ”
Press the switch to operate the passing
light.
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2. Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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3. 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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4. Horn switch “ ”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
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1. 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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2. 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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3. 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. @
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Clutch leverThe clutch lever is located on the left
handlebar, and the ignition circuit cut-
off system is incorporated in the clutch
lever holder. Pull the clutch lever to the
handlebar to disengage the clutch, and
release the lever to engage the clutch.
The lever should be pulled rapidly and
released slowly for smooth clutch oper-
ation. (Refer to the engine starting pro-
cedures for a description of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)1. Clutch lever
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Shift pedalThe shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch when shifting.
Use your toe or heel to shift up and
your toe to shift down.
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Front brake leverThe front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar. Pull it toward the han-
dlebar to apply the front brake.
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Rear brake pedalThe rear brake pedal is on the right
side of the motorcycle. Press down on
the brake pedal to apply the rear brake.
1. Shift pedal
1. Front brake lever
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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. @
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FuelMake sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of
the filler tube as shown in the illustra-
tion.
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WARNING
@ Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid
spilling fuel on the hot engine. Do
not fill the fuel tank above the bot-
tom of the filler tube or it may over-
flow when the fuel heats up later and
expands. @1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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CAUTION:@ Always wipe off spilled fuel immedi-
ately with a dry and clean soft cloth.
Fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
es or plastic parts. @
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NOTE:@ If knocking or pinging occurs, use a dif-
ferent brand of gasoline or higher oc-
tane grade. @
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Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetors while filtering it
also.
The fuel cock has three positions,
which should be set as shown in the il-
lustrations.
OFF
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel
will not flow. Always set the fuel cock to
this position when the engine is not
running.ON
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel
flows to the carburetors. Set the fuel
cock to this position when starting the
engine and while riding. Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
18 L
Reserve:
3.5 L1. Pointed end positioned over “OFF”OFF: closed position
1. Pointed end positioned over “ON”ON: normal position
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RES
This indicates reserve. If you run out of
fuel while riding, set the fuel cock to this
position. Fill the tank at the first oppor-
tunity. Be sure to set the fuel cock back
to “ON” after refueling!
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Starter (choke) knobStarting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction
a to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction
b to turn off
the starter (choke).
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Steering lockThe steering lock is located on the left
side of the head pipe.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the right.
2. Open the steering lock cover.
3. Insert the key and turn it counter-
clockwise 1/8 turn.
4. Push the key in and turn it back
1/8 turn clockwise.
5. Check that the steering is locked.
6. Remove the key and close the
steering lock cover.
1. Pointed end positioned over “RES”RES: reserve position
1. Steering lock
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3 To unlock the steering
1. Open the steering lock cover.
2. Insert the key, turn it counterclock-
wise 1/8 turn, and let go of it. (It au-
tomatically moves to where it can
be removed.)
3. Remove the key and close the
steering lock cover.
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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Rider seatThe rider seat lock is located behind
the rider seat on the left side.
To open the seat, insert the key in the
seat lock and turn it counterclockwise.
Then, remove the seat.
To reinstall the seat, insert the projec-
tion on the front of the seat into the seat
holder on the frame, then push down
on the rear of the seat. Turn the key to
the center position and remove it.NOTE:@ Make sure that the seat is securely fit-
ted. @
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