2003 YAMAHA FJR1300A Owners Manual

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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5
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. _
ECA11040
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. _
EC000048
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.
EC000056*
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.
EW000058
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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6
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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6-PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Safety is an obligation of the owner.
Periodic inspection, adjustment and lu-
brication will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition pos-
sible. The most important points of in-
spection, adjustment, and lubrication
are explained on the following pages.
The intervals given in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart
should be simply considered as a gen-
eral guide under normal riding condi-
tions. However, DEPENDING ON THE
WEATHER, TERRAIN, GEOGRAPHI-
CAL LOCATION, AND INDIVIDUAL
USE, THE MAINTENANCE INTER-
VALS MAY NEED TO BE SHORT-
ENED.
EW000060
WARNING
_ If you are not familiar with motor-
cycle maintenance work, have a
Yamaha dealer do it for you. _
EAU03711
Owner’s tool kit The owner’s tool kit is located under
the rider seat. (See page 3-17 for rider
seat removal and installation proce-
dures.)
The service information included in this
manual and the tools provided in the
owner’s tool kit are intended to assist
you in the performance of preventive
maintenance and minor repairs. How-
ever, additional tools such as a torque
wrench may be necessary to perform
certain maintenance work correctly.
NOTE:_ If you do not have the tools or experi-
ence required for a particular job, have
a Yamaha dealer perform it for you. _
EW000063
WARNING
_ Modifications not approved by
Yamaha may cause loss of perfor-
mance and render the vehicle un-
safe for use. Consult a Yamaha
dealer before attempting any chang-
es. _
1. Owner’s tool kit
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
NOTE:_

The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed instead.


From 50,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10,000 km.


Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and techni-
cal skills.
_CP-03ENO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (×
1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
1
*Fuel line
Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
2*Spark plugsCheck condition.
Clean and regap.√√
Replace.√√
3*ValvesCheck valve clearance.
Adjust.Every 40,000 km
4 Air filter elementClean.√√
Replace.√√
5*ClutchCheck operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage. (See
NOTE on page 6-4.)√√ √ √ √
6*Front brakeCheck operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage. (See
NOTE on page 6-4.)√√ √ √ √ √
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
7*Rear brakeCheck operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage. (See
NOTE on page 6-4.)√√ √ √ √ √
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
8*Brake hosesCheck for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
Replace. (See NOTE on page 6-4.) Every 4 years
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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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