2001 YAMAHA XVZ1300TF oil pressure

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
EAU03719
Adjusting the front fork This front fork is equipped with air
valves for adjusting the spring rate.
EW000035
WARNING
_ Always adjust both fork legs equal-
ly, otherwise poor handling and loss
of stability may result. _Adjust the spring rate as follows.
1. Place the motorcycle on the side-
stand.NOTE:_ When checking and adjusting the air
pressure, there should be no weight on
the motorcycle. _
2. Remove the air valve cap from
each fork leg.
3. Check the air pressure in each
fork leg with the air pressure
gauge included in the owner’s tool
kit.
4. To increase the spring rate and
thereby harden the suspension,
increase the air pressure with an
air pump. To decrease the spring
rate and thereby soften the sus-
pension, decrease the air pres-
sure by pushing each valve stem
down.
EC000012
CAUTION:_ Never exceed the maximum air pres-
sure, otherwise the front fork oil
seals may become damaged. _5. Securely install the air valve caps.
1. Front fork air valve cap
Spring rate:
Minimum (soft):
Air pressure =
0 kPa (0 kgf/cm
2, 0 bar)
Standard:
Air pressure =
0 kPa (0 kgf/cm2, 0 bar)
Maximum (hard):
Air pressure =
50 kPa (0.5 kgf/cm
2, 0.5 bar)
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5-1
5
EAU01114
5-PRE-OPERATION CHECKSThe condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly,
even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss
of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thorough visual inspec-
tion, to check the following points before each ride.
EAU03439
Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.3-12
Engine oil• Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.7-12
Final gear oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 7-15
Coolant• Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage.7-15–7-16
Front brake• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.7-25, 7-27–7-29
Rear brake• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.7-26–7-29
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7-4
7
10
*Wheels• Check runout and for damage.ÖÖÖÖ
11*Tires• Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.ÖÖÖÖ
12*Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or damage.ÖÖÖÖ
13*Swingarm• Check operation and for excessive play.ÖÖÖÖ
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50,000 km
14*Steering bearings• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.ÖÖÖÖÖ
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50,000 km
15*Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.ÖÖÖÖ Ö
16 Sidestand• Check operation.
• Lubricate.ÖÖÖÖ Ö
17*Sidestand switch• Check operation.ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö
18*Front fork• Check operation and for oil leakage.ÖÖÖÖ
19*Shock absorber
assembly• Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.ÖÖÖÖ
20*Rear suspension relay
arm and connecting arm
pivoting points• Check operation.ÖÖÖÖ
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.ÖÖ
21*Carburetors• Check starter (choke) operation.
• Adjust engine idling speed and synchronization.ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö
22 Engine oil• Change.ÖÖÖÖÖ Ö
23 Engine oil filter cartridge• Replace.ÖÖÖ
24*Cooling system• Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.ÖÖÖÖ Ö
• Change. Every 3 years NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (´1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Maximum load* 190 kg
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Up to 90 kg*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 2.50 bar)
90 kg–maximum*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm2, 2.80 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Front
Type Cast wheel
Size 16 ´ MT 3.50
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 15M/C ´ MT 4.00
Brakes
Front
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Front Telescopic fork
Rear Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber
Front Coil-air spring / oil damper
Rear Coil-air spring / oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 140 mm
Rear 105 mm
Electrical
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 29 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Model YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 18 Ah
Headlight typeQuartz bulb (halogen)
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