2003 YAMAHA FJR1300A engine

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5-OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING
_

Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.


Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.


Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss
of control.
_
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Starting the engine In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:

The transmission is in the neutral
position.


The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
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WARNING
_

Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-25.


Never ride with the sidestand
down.
_1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “”.
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CAUTION:_ The following warning lights and in-
dicator light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.

Oil level warning light


Engine trouble warning light


Immobilizer system indicator
light


ABS warning light
If a warning or indicator light does
not go off, see pages 3-4–3-6 for the
corresponding warning and indica-
tor light circuit check.
_2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.NOTE:_ When the transmission is in the neutral
position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit. _3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.
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NOTE:_ If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting attempt
should be as short as possible to pre-
serve the battery. Do not crank the en-
gine more than 10 seconds on any one
attempt. _
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CAUTION:_ For maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine is
cold! _NOTE:_ The engine is warm when it quickly re-
sponds to the throttle. _
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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
illustration.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. _
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CAUTION:_

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.


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.
_
1. Shift pedal
N. Neutral position
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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). _
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:

Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.


Do not rev the engine while shift-
ing down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the engine.


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).
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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.
Shift point
(km/h)
1st→2nd
2nd→3rd
3rd→4th
4th→5th23
36
50
60
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0–1,000 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
5,000 r/min.
1,000–1,600 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
6,000 r/min.
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CAUTION:_ After 1,000 km of operation, the en-
gine oil and final gear oil must be
changed, and the oil filter cartridge
replaced. _1,600 km and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
EC000053
CAUTION:_

Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.


If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
_
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Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
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WARNING
_

Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them.


Do not park on a slope or on
soft ground, otherwise the
motorcycle may overturn.
_
EC000062
CAUTION:_ Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass or
other flammable materials. _
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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 panels ........................... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs .................................... 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .......................... 6-9
Final gear oil ...................................................... 6-12
Checking the coolant level ................................. 6-13
Cleaning the air filter element ............................ 6-15
Checking the engine idling speed ...................... 6-16
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .................. 6-17
Adjusting the valve clearance ............................ 6-17
Tires ................................................................... 6-17
Cast wheels ....................................................... 6-20
Clutch lever free play ......................................... 6-21
Adjusting the brake pedal position ..................... 6-21
Adjusting the rear brake light switch .................. 6-22
Checking the front and rear brake pads ............. 6-22
Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels ......... 6-23
Changing the brake and clutch fluids ................. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the cables .................. 6-25Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and
cable ............................................................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals ...................................................... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers .................................................... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the centerstand and
sidestand ......................................................... 6-27
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ........................ 6-28
Checking the front fork ...................................... 6-29
Checking the steering ....................................... 6-29
Checking the wheel bearings ............................ 6-30
Battery ............................................................... 6-31
Replacing the fuses .......................................... 6-32
Replacing a headlight bulb ................................ 6-33
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ....................... 6-35
Replacing a rear turn signal light bulb or
a tail/brake light bulb ....................................... 6-36
Troubleshooting ................................................. 6-36
Troubleshooting charts ...................................... 6-37
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*Wheels
Check runout and for damage.√√√√
10*TiresCheck tread depth and for damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.√√√√ √
11*Wheel bearings
Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
12*SwingarmCheck operation and for excessive play.√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50,000 km
13*Steering bearingsCheck bearing play and steering for roughness.√√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 20,000 km
14*Chassis fasteners
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.√√√√ √
15 Sidestand/centerstandCheck operation.
Lubricate.√√√√ √
16*Sidestand switch
Check operation.√√√√√ √
17*Front fork
Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
18*Shock absorber assembly
Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.√√√√
19*Rear suspension relay
arm and connecting arm
pivoting pointsCheck operation.√√√√
20*Electronic fuel injection
Adjust engine idling speed and synchronization.√√√√√ √
21 Engine oilChange.
Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.√√√√√ √ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (×
1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
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NOTE:_

The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.


Hydraulic brake and clutch service
Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake and clutch fluid levels.
Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers as well as clutch master
and release cylinders, and change the brake and clutch fluids.
Replace the brake and clutch hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
_22 Engine oil filter cartridge
Replace.√√√
23
*Cooling systemCheck coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.√√√√ √
Change.Every 3 years
24 Final gear oilCheck oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
Change.√√√√√
25*Front and rear brake
switchesCheck operation.√√√√√ √
26 Moving parts and cables
Lubricate.√√√√ √
27*Throttle grip housing and
cableCheck operation and free play.
Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.
Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.√√√√ √
28*Muffler and exhaust pipe
Check the screw clamp for looseness.√√√√√
29*Lights, signals and
switchesCheck operation.
Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√ √ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (×
1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
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Panel D
To remove the panelRemove the screws, and then take the
panel off.
To install the panelPlace the panel in the original position,
and then install the screws.
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Panels E and F
To remove one of the panels1. Remove the seats. (See page 3-17
for seat removal and installation
procedures.)
2. Remove the screws, the quick fas-
tener screw and the quick fasten-
ers, and then take the panel off.
To install the panel1. Place the panel in the original po-
sition, and then install the quick
fasteners and quick fastener
screw, and tighten the screws.
2. Install the seats.
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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.
1. Screw (× 3)
1. Screw (× 2)
2. Quick fastener screw
3. Quick fastener (× 3)
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