2001 YAMAHA XJR 1300 clutch

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2
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2-DESCRIPTION Left view1. Clutch fluid reservoir (page 6-20)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-9)
3. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting rings (page 3-13)
4. Luggage strap holders (page 3-15)
5. Helmet holder lock/seat lock (page 3-11)
6. Shift pedal (page 3-6)
7. Engine oil filter element (page 6-8)
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments1. Clutch lever (page 3-5)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-4)
3. Starter (choke) lever (page 3-10)
4. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
5. Fuel gauge (page 3-4)
6. Tachometer (page 3-3)7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-5)
8. Brake lever (page 3-7)
9. Throttle grip (page 6-13)
10. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
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Main switch/steering lock .................................................................. 3-1
Indicator and warning lights .............................................................. 3-2
Speedometer unit .............................................................................. 3-3
Tachometer ....................................................................................... 3-3
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................................................................. 3-3
Fuel gauge ........................................................................................ 3-4
Handlebar switches ........................................................................... 3-4
Clutch lever ....................................................................................... 3-5
Shift pedal ......................................................................................... 3-6
Brake lever ........................................................................................ 3-7
Brake pedal ....................................................................................... 3-7
Fuel tank cap ..................................................................................... 3-8
Fuel ................................................................................................... 3-9
Fuel cock ........................................................................................... 3-9
Starter (choke) lever ........................................................................ 3-10
Seat ................................................................................................. 3-11
Helmet holder .................................................................................. 3-11
Storage compartment ..................................................................... 3-12
Adjusting the front fork .................................................................... 3-12
Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies
....................................... 3-13
Luggage strap holders .................................................................... 3-15
Sidestand ........................................................................................ 3-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........................................................... 3-16
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
and auxiliary light are on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
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CAUTION:_ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. _
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Indicator and warning lights
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Turn signal indicator lights
“” / “”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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Oil level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ”
and turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position or pull the clutch lever.
3. Push the start switch. If the warn-
ing light does not come on while
pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit.NOTE:_ Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when riding on
a slope or during sudden acceleration
or deceleration, but this is not a mal-
function. _
1. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
5. Oil level warning light “ ”
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Engine stop switch
Set this switch to “ ” to stop the en-
gine in case of an emergency, such as
when the motorcycle overturns or
when the throttle cable is stuck.
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Light switch
Set this switch to “ ” to turn on the
auxiliary light, meter lighting and tail-
light. Set the switch to “ ” to turn on
the headlight also.
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Start switch “ ”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
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CAUTION:_ See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine. _
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Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
clutch operation.
1. Engine stop switch
2. Light switch
3. Start switch “ ”
1. Clutch lever
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The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch lever position adjusting dial. To
adjust the distance between the clutch
lever and the handlebar grip, turn the
adjusting dial while holding the lever
pushed away from the handlebar grip.
Make sure that the appropriate setting
on the adjusting dial is aligned with the
arrow mark on the clutch lever.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the ignition
circuit cut-off system. (See page 3-16
for an explanation of the ignition circuit
cut-off system.)
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Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 5-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.
1. Clutch lever position adjusting dial
2. Arrow mark
1. Shift pedal
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Ignition circuit cut-off system The ignition circuit cut-off system (com-
prising the sidestand switch, clutch
switch and neutral switch) has the fol-
lowing functions.l
It prevents starting when the trans-
mission is in gear and the side-
stand is up, but the clutch lever is
not pulled.
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It prevents starting when the trans-
mission is in gear and the clutch
lever is pulled, but the sidestand is
still down.
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It cuts the running engine when
the transmission is in gear and the
sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.
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WARNING
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The vehicle must be placed on
the centerstand during this in-
spection.
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If a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the sys-
tem before riding.
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”.
3. Turn the key to “ON”.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NO
NOTE:This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YESYES NO
The system is OK.
The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES NO
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