2000 YAMAHA XVZ1300A battery

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Tool kit................................................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication ................... 6-3
Spark plugs........................................................... 6-6
Engine oil .............................................................. 6-7
Final gear oil ....................................................... 6-10
Coolant ............................................................... 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 ................................................................ 6-15
Clutch lever free play adjustment........................ 6-16
Front brake lever free play adjustment ................ 6-17
Rear brake pedal height adjustment ................... 6-17Brake light switch adjustment ............................. 6-18
Checking the front and rear brake pads ............. 6-19
Inspecting the brake fluid level ........................... 6-19
Brake fluid replacement ..................................... 6-21
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ........................ 6-21
Brake and clutch lever lubrication ...................... 6-22
Sidestand lubrication.......................................... 6-22
Front fork inspection ........................................... 6-23
Battery................................................................ 6-23
Fuse replacement .............................................. 6-25
Headlight bulb replacement ............................... 6-27
Turn signal and taillight bulb replacement .......... 6-28
Troubleshooting .................................................. 6-28
Troubleshooting chart ......................................... 6-29
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU02939
Front fork inspectionVisual check
EW000115
WARNING
@ Securely support the motorcycle so
there is no danger of it falling over. @Check for scratches or damage on the
inner tube and excessive oil leakage
from the front fork.
Operation check
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
place.
2. Hold the motorcycle in an upright
position and apply the front brake.
3. Push down hard on the handle-
bars several times and check if the
fork rebounds smoothly.
EC000098
CAUTION:@ If any damage or unsmooth move-
ment is found with the front fork,
consult a Yamaha dealer. @
EAU00800
BatteryThis motorcycle is equipped with a
sealed-type battery. Therefore it is not
necessary to check the electrolyte or fill
the battery with distilled water.l
If the battery seems to have dis-
charged, consult a Yamaha deal-
er.
l
If the motorcycle is equipped with
optional electrical accessories, the
battery tends to discharge more
quickly, so be sure to recharge it
periodically.
1. Battery
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EC000101
CAUTION:@ Never try to remove the sealing caps
of the battery cells. The battery will
be damaged. @
EW000116
WARNING
@ Battery electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous, causing severe burns,
etc. It contains sulfuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
ANTIDOTE:l
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
l
INTERNAL: Drink large quanti-
ties of water or milk. Follow with
milk of magnesia, beaten egg,
or vegetable oil. Call a physi-
cian immediately.
l
EYES: Flush with water for
15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases.
Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes etc.,
away. Ventilate when charging or
using in an enclosed space. Always
shield your eyes when working near
batteries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
@
Battery storage
When the motorcycle is not used for a
month or longer, remove the battery,
fully charge it and store it in a cool, dry
place.
EC000102
CAUTION:@ l
Completely recharge the bat-
tery before storing. Storing a
discharged battery can cause
permanent battery damage.
l
Use a battery charger designed
for a sealed-type (MF) battery.
Using a conventional battery
charger will cause battery dam-
age. If you do not have a sealed-
type battery charger, contact
your Yamaha dealer.
l
Always make sure the connec-
tions are correct when reinstall-
ing the battery.
@
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EAU02990*
Troubleshooting chart
EW000125
WARNING
@ Never check the fuel system while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame. @
Check if there is fuel
in the fuel tank.1. Fuel
Enough fuel.
No fuel.
Go to compression check.
Supply fuel.
Engine doesn’t start, go to compression check.
Use the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
No compression.
Go to ignition check.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect.
Remove spark
plugs and
check electrodes.3. Ignition
Wet.
Dry.
Wipe clean with dry cloth and correct
spark gap or replace spark plugs.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect.
Engine doesn’t start, ask a Yamaha
dealer to inspect.Engine doesn’t start, go to battery
check.Open throttle half-way and start
the engine.
Use the electric starter.4. Battery
Engine turns over
quickly.
Engine turns over
slowly.
Battery good.Check connections or
recharge.
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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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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
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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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10-INDEXAAdjusting front fork preload .................... 3-12
Adjusting rear shock absorber
preload ................................................ 3-13
Antitheft alarm (optional) ..........................3-3BBattery ................................................... 6-23
Brake and clutch lever lubrication........... 6-22
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ............ 6-21
Brake fluid replacement ......................... 6-21
Brake light switch adjustment ................. 6-18CCarburetor adjustment ........................... 6-11
Care.........................................................7-1
Checking the front and
rear brake pads ................................... 6-19
Clutch lever ..............................................3-5
Clutch lever free play adjustment ........... 6-16
Controls/Instruments ................................2-3
Coolant .................................................. 6-10DDimmer switch .........................................3-4EEngine break-in........................................5-5
Engine oil .................................................6-7
Engine overheat indicator light .................3-2
Engine stop switch ...................................3-5FFinal gear oil .......................................... 6-10
Front brake lever ......................................3-6
Front brake lever free play
adjustment .......................................... 6-17
Front fork inspection .............................. 6-23
Fuel ......................................................... 3-7
Fuel cock ................................................. 3-8
Fuel level indicator light ........................... 3-1
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-7
Fuse replacement.................................. 6-25GGive safety the right of way ..................... 1-1HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-4
Dimmer switch ................................... 3-4
Engine stop switch ............................. 3-5
Horn switch ........................................ 3-4
Lights switch ...................................... 3-5
Pass switch ........................................ 3-4
Start switch ........................................ 3-5
Turn signal switch .............................. 3-4
Headlight bulb replacement ................... 6-27
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-11
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-1
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification number records................... 9-1
Idle speed adjustment ........................... 6-11
Indicator lights ......................................... 3-1
Engine overheat indicator light ........... 3-2
Fuel level indicator light ...................... 3-1
High beam indicator light .................... 3-1
Neutral indicator light.......................... 3-1
Oil level indicator light .........................3-2
Overdrive / Engine trouble
indicator light....................................3-2
Turn indicator light ..............................3-2
Inspecting the brake fluid level ...............6-19
KKey identification number .........................9-1LLeft view...................................................2-1
Lights switch ............................................3-5MMain switch ..............................................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-1OOil level indicator light ..............................3-2
Overdrive / Engine trouble indicator
light ........................................................3-2PParking.....................................................5-6
Pass switch ..............................................3-4
Periodic maintenance and lubrication .......6-3
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1RRear brake pedal .....................................3-6
Rear brake pedal height adjustment.......6-17
Rider seat ..............................................3-10
Right view ................................................2-2
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