2001 YAMAHA XVZ1300TF light

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
6-4
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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.
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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). _
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.
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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).
Shift point
(km/h)
1st®2nd
2nd®3rd
3rd®4th
4th®5th23
36
50
60
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Owner’s tool kit .................................................... 7-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ......... 7-3
Removing and installing cowlings and panels ..... 7-6
Checking the spark plugs .................................. 7-11
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........................ 7-12
Final gear oil ...................................................... 7-15
Checking the coolant level ................................. 7-15
Cleaning the air filter elements .......................... 7-17
Adjusting the carburetors ................................... 7-19
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................... 7-20
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .................. 7-21
Adjusting the valve clearance ............................ 7-21
Tires ................................................................... 7-21
Cast wheels ....................................................... 7-24
Clutch lever free play ......................................... 7-25
Adjusting the brake lever free play ..................... 7-25
Adjusting the brake pedal position ..................... 7-26
Adjusting the rear brake light switch .................. 7-26Checking the front and rear brake pads ............ 7-27
Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels ........ 7-28
Changing the brake and clutch fluids ................ 7-29
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals ...................................................... 7-29
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers .................................................... 7-30
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ............ 7-30
Checking the front fork ...................................... 7-31
Checking the steering ....................................... 7-31
Battery ............................................................... 7-32
Replacing the fuses .......................................... 7-33
Replacing the headlight bulb ............................. 7-35
Replacing a turn signal light bulb or the
tail/brake light bulb .......................................... 7-36
Replacing the license plate light bulb ................ 7-37
Troubleshooting ................................................. 7-37
Troubleshooting charts ...................................... 7-38
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7
EAU03892
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 brake or clutch master cylinders, caliper cylinders or clutch release cylinder, always change
the fluid. Regularly check the brake and clutch fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required.
• Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the brake or clutch master cylinders, caliper cylinders and clutch release
cylinder every two years.
• Replace the brake and clutch hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged.
_25 Final gear oil• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.ÖÖ Ö
• Change.ÖÖÖ
26
*Front and rear brake
switches• Check operation.ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö
27 Moving parts and cables• Lubricate.ÖÖÖÖ Ö
28*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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7
EAU01880
Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
they 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.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
ter electrode of each spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal col-
or when the motorcycle is ridden nor-
mally), and all spark plugs installed in
the engine should have the same color.
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.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or other
deposits, it should be replaced.Before installing a spark plug, the spark
plug gap should be measured with a
wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
adjusted to specification.Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and then
wipe off any grime from the spark plug
threads.
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. @
a. Spark plug gap
Specified spark plug:
DPR8EA-9 (NGK) or
X24EPR-U9 (DENSO)
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
17.5 Nm (1.75 m·kgf)
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EAU01703
Engine oil and oil filter
cartridge The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car-
tridge replaced at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.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.3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window located
at the bottom-right side of the
crankcase.
NOTE:@ The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks. @4. If the engine oil is below the mini-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment)
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1. Engine oil filler cap
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7 8. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
EC000072
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 or use oils of a higher
grade than “CD”. In addition, do
not use oils labeled “ENERGY
CONSERVING II” or higher.
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Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
@9. 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. @10. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary. Recommended engine oil:
See page 9-1.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge
replacement:
3.5 L
With oil filter cartridge
replacement:
3.7 L
Total amount (dry engine):
4.3 L
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EAU01220
Final gear oil The final gear case must be checked
for oil leakage before each ride. If any
leakage is found, have a Yamaha deal-
er check and repair the motorcycle. In
addition, have a Yamaha dealer
change the final gear oil at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU03974
Checking the coolant level The coolant level should be checked as
follows before each ride. In addition,
the coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart.
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
2. Remove panel A. (See page 7-9
for panel removal and installation
procedures.)NOTE:_ l
The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
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Make sure that the motorcycle is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A slight
tilt to the side can result in a false
reading.
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3. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.NOTE:_ The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks. _
1. Final gear oil filler bolt
2. Final gear oil drain bolt
1. Coolant reservoir
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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7 4. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the bolts.5. Remove the air filter element by
removing the screws.6. Lightly tap the air filter element to
remove most of the dust and dirt,
and then blow the remaining dirt
out with compressed air as shown.
If the air filter element is damaged,
replace it.
1. Bolt (´ 5)
1. Air filter element
2. Screw (´ 2)
1. Air filter element
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