2000 YAMAHA XVZ1300TF Owners Manual

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1-GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
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Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and
freedom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle
does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving your motorcycle’s value and operating
condition. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance
depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of
course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders - more than car drivers - must always be at their mental
and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take
dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and
passengers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant
synthetic materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet.
Optimum protective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Though full-coverage
helmets and suits, in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will
always be vulnerable. Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to
take chances. This is even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely,
predictably and defensively - avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
Give safety the right of way
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DESCRIPTION
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Left view ............................................................................................. 2-1
Right view ........................................................................................... 2-2
Controls/Instruments .......................................................................... 2-3
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2-DESCRIPTIONLeft view1. Shift pedal (page 3-11)
2. Starter (choke) knob (page 3-15)
3. Fuel tank cap (page 3-12)
4. Fuel cock (page 3-14)
5. Battery (page 7-29)
6. Coolant reservoir tank (page 7-14)7. Fuse box B (page 7-31)
8. Saddlebag (page 3-17)
9. Helmet holder (page 3-16)
10. Licence light (page 7-34)
11. Tail/brake light (page 7-33)
12. Rear turn signal lights (page 7-33)
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13. Muffler
14. Tool kit (page 7-1)
15. Helmet holder (page 3-16)
16. Travel trunk (page 3-18)
17. Passenger seat
18. Rear shock absorber air valve (page 3-21)
19. Rider seat (page 3-15)
20. Fuel tank (page 3-12)21. Front fork air valve (page 3-19)
22. Headlight (page 7-32)
23. Front turn signal lights (Page 7-33)
24. Fuse box A (page 7-31)
25. Rear brake pedal (page 3-11)
26. Rider footrest
27. Coolant reservoir tank (page 7-14)
28. Passenger footrestRight view
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Controls/Instruments1. Clutch lever (page 3-10)
2. Audio system control unit (page 4-3)
3. Left handlebar switches (page 3-9)
4. Rider headset jack (page 4-2)
5. Speedometer (page 3-5)6. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-10)
8. Throttle grip (page 7-18)
9. Front brake lever (page 3-11)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................... 3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................... 3-3
Speedometer ........................................................ 3-5
Cruise control system ........................................... 3-7
Antitheft alarm (optional) ...................................... 3-8
Fuel gauge ............................................................ 3-9
Handlebar switches .............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever ......................................................... 3-10
Shift pedal ........................................................... 3-11
Front brake lever ................................................. 3-11
Rear brake pedal ................................................ 3-11
Fuel tank cap ...................................................... 3-12Fuel .................................................................... 3-13
Fuel tank breather hose ..................................... 3-13
Fuel cock ............................................................ 3-14
Starter (choke) knob .......................................... 3-15
Rider seat........................................................... 3-15
Helmet holders ................................................... 3-16
Saddlebags and travel trunk .............................. 3-17
Front fork adjustment ......................................... 3-19
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....................... 3-21
Sidestand ........................................................... 3-21
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-22
Auxiliary DC jack and terminal ........................... 3-23
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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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ACC (Accessory)
The audio system, auxiliary DC termi-
nal and jack can be used in this posi-
tion.
The key cannot be removed in this po-
sition. Do not use the accessory posi-
tion for an extended period of time as
the battery may discharge.
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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.
1. ON
2. ACC (Accessory)
3. OFF
4. LOCK
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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”. @
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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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight, license light and auxil-
iary light come on but all other circuits
are off. The key can be removed in this
position.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “ ”.
Do not use this position for an extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
1. Push
2. Turn
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