2000 YAMAHA XVZ1300A length

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Adjusting rear shock
absorber preloadThis shock absorber is equipped with a
spring preload adjusting nut. Use the
special wrench located in the owner’s
tool kit to adjust the spring preload.1. Loosen the locknut.2. Turn the adjusting nut in
direction
a to increase spring pre-
load and in direction
b to de-
crease spring preload. The spring
preload is determined by the
spring set length.
Shortening the spring set length
increases spring preload, length-
ening the spring set length de-
creases spring preload.1. Special wrench
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting nut
A. Distance “A”
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5-OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING
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Before riding this motorcycle,
become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions. Consult a
Yamaha dealer regarding any
control or function that you do
not thoroughly understand.
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Never start your engine or let it
run for any length of time in a
closed area. The exhaust fumes
are poisonous and can cause
loss of consciousness and
death within a short time. Al-
ways operate your motorcycle
in an area with adequate ventila-
tion.
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Before starting out, always be
sure the sidestand is up. Failure
to retract the sidestand com-
pletely can result in a serious
accident when you try to turn a
corner.
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Starting the engineNOTE:@ This motorcycle is equipped with a
starting and an ignition circuit cut-off
switch.
The engine can be started only under
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The transmission is in neutral.
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The sidestand is up, the transmis-
sion is in gear, and the clutch is
disengaged.
The motorcycle must not be ridden
when the sidestand is down.
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WARNING
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steps, check the function of the
sidestand switch and clutch switch.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Do not coast for long periods
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle a long dis-
tance. Even with gears in neu-
tral, the transmission is only
properly lubricated when the
engine is running. Inadequate
lubrication may damage the
transmission.
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Always use the clutch when
changing gears. The engine,
transmission, and driveline are
not designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting and can
be damaged by shifting without
using the clutch.
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumptionYour motorcycle’s fuel consumption
depends to a large extent on your
riding style. The following tips can help
reduce fuel consumption:l
Warm up the engine before riding.
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Turn off the starter (choke) as
soon as possible.
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Shift up swiftly and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
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Do not double-clutch or rev the en-
gine while shifting down and avoid
high engine speeds with no load
on the engine.
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Turn off the engine instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time, i.e. in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or railroad crossings.
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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
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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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