2001 YAMAHA XJR 1300 light

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-2
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EC000034
CAUTION:_ The oil level warning light should
come on when the start switch is
pushed, and it should go off when
the start switch is released. If the oil
level warning light flickers or re-
mains on after starting, immediately
stop the engine, and then check the
engine oil level and the vehicle for
oil leakage. If necessary, add engine
oil, and then check the warning light
again. If the warning light does not
come on when pushing the start
switch, or if it does not go off after
starting with sufficient engine oil,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit. _6. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) lever back halfway.
ECA00045
CAUTION:_ For maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine is
cold! _
7. When the engine is warm, turn the
starter (choke) off.NOTE:_ The engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off. _
EAU01258
Starting a warm engine Follow the same procedure as for start-
ing a cold engine with the exception
that the starter (choke) is not required
when the engine is warm.
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EAU00423
Shifting Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.
The gear positions are shown in the il-
lustration.NOTE:_ To shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position, press the shift pedal down
repeatedly until it reaches the end of its
travel, and then slightly raise it. _
EC000048
CAUTION:_ l
Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle for long dis-
tances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when
the engine is running. Inade-
quate lubrication may damage
the transmission.
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Always use the clutch while
changing gears to avoid dam-
aging the engine, transmission,
and drive train, which are not
designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting.
_
EAU02941
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only) The recommended shift points during
acceleration are shown in the table be-
low.CF-01ENOTE:_ When shifting down two gears at a
time, reduce the speed accordingly
(e.g., down to 35 km/h when shifting
from 4th to 2nd gear). _
1. Shift pedal
N. Neutral position
Shift point
(km/h)
1st®2nd
2nd®3rd
3rd®4th
4th®5th23
36
50
60
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EAU00424
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:l
Thoroughly warm up the engine.
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Turn the starter (choke) off as
soon as possible.
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Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
l
Do not rev the engine while shift-
ing down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the engine.
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Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traf-
fic lights or at railroad crossings).
EAU01128
Engine break-in There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1,600 km. For this rea-
son, you should read the following ma-
terial carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1,600 km. The various parts in the en-
gine wear and polish themselves to the
correct operating clearances. During
this period, prolonged full-throttle oper-
ation or any condition that might result
in engine overheating must be avoided.
EAU03749*
0–1,000 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
4,000 r/min.
1,000–1,600 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
5,000 r/min.
EC000052*
CAUTION:_ After 1,000 km of operation, the en-
gine oil must be changed and the oil
filter element replaced. _1,600 km and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
EC000053
CAUTION:_ l
Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.
l
If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
_
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Owner’s tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ......... 6-2
Removing and installing the panel ....................... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs .................................... 6-6
Engine oil and oil filter element ............................ 6-7
Cleaning the air filter element ............................ 6-11
Adjusting the carburetors ................................... 6-12
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................... 6-13
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .................. 6-13
Adjusting the valve clearance ............................ 6-14
Tires ................................................................... 6-14
Wheels ............................................................... 6-17
Adjusting the brake pedal position ..................... 6-17
Rear brake light switch adjustment .................... 6-18
Checking the front and rear brake pads ............. 6-19
Checking the brake fluid level ............................ 6-19
Changing the brake fluid .................................... 6-20
Drive chain slack ................................................ 6-21
Lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-22
Checking and lubricating the cables .................. 6-23Checking and lubricating the throttle
grip and cable ................................................. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals ...................................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers .................................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the centerstand and
sidestand ......................................................... 6-25
Checking the front fork ...................................... 6-25
Checking the steering ....................................... 6-26
Checking the wheel bearings ............................ 6-27
Battery ............................................................... 6-27
Replacing the fuses .......................................... 6-29
Replacing the headlight bulb ............................. 6-29
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ..................... 6-31
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...................... 6-31
Front wheel ....................................................... 6-32
Rear wheel ........................................................ 6-34
Troubleshooting ................................................. 6-36
Troubleshooting chart ........................................ 6-37
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EAU03058
NOTE:_ l
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
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Hydraulic brake and clutch systems
• After disassembling the master cylinder, caliper cylinder or clutch release cylinder, always replace the brake fluid.
Check the brake fluid level of the master cylinder and clutch release cylinder regularly and fill as required.
• Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the master cylinder, caliper cylinder and clutch release cylinder every two
years.
• Replace the brake and clutch hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged.
_23 Engine oil filter element• Replace.ÖÖÖ
24
*Front and rear brake
switches• Check operation.ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö
25 Moving parts and cables• Lubricate.ÖÖÖÖ Ö
26*Lights, signals and
switches• Check operation.
• Adjust headlight beam.ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (´1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
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EAU03329
Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine
components, which are easy to check.
Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, the spark
plugs should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
To remove a spark plug
1. Remove the spark plug cap.2. Remove the spark plug as shown,
with the spark plug wrench includ-
ed in the owner’s tool kit.
To check the spark plugs
1. Check that the porcelain insulator
around the center electrode on
each spark plug is a medi-
um-to-light tan (the ideal color
when the motorcycle is ridden nor-
mally).
2. Check that all spark plugs installed
in the engine have the same color.
NOTE:_ If any spark plug shows a distinctly dif-
ferent color, the engine could be defec-
tive. Do not attempt to diagnose such
problems yourself. Instead, have a
Yamaha dealer check the motorcycle. _3. Check each spark plug for elec-
trode erosion and excessive car-
bon or other deposits, and replace
it if necessary.
1. Spark plug cap
1. Spark plug wrench
Specified spark plug:
DPR8EA-9 (NGK) or
X24EPR-U9 (DENSO)
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6To install a spark plug
1. Measure the spark plug gap with a
wire thickness gauge and, if nec-
essary, adjust the gap to specifica-
tion.
2. Clean the surface of the spark
plug gasket and its mating sur-
face, and then wipe off any grime
from the spark plug threads.3. Install the spark plug with the
spark plug wrench, and then tight-
en it to the specified torque.
NOTE:_ If a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-
fied torque as soon as possible. _4. Install the spark plug cap.
EAU03759
Engine oil and oil filter
element The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter ele-
ment replaced at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubri-
cation chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.NOTE:_ Make sure that the motorcycle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking the oil
level. A slight tilt to the side can result in
a false reading. _2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
a. Spark plug gapSpark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
17.5 Nm (1.75 m·kg)
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EC000066
CAUTION:_ l
In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives with
the oil.
l
Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
_11. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
NOTE:_ After the engine is started, the engine
oil level warning light should go off if the
oil level is sufficient. _
EC000067
CAUTION:_ If the oil level warning light flickers
or remains on, immediately turn the
engine off and have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle. _12. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary. Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter element
replacement:
3.0 L
With oil filter element
replacement:
3.35 L
Total amount (dry engine):
4.2 L
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