2007 YAMAHA FJR1300A warning

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EAU10151
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:NOTE:

This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycle
is subsequently sold.


Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most
current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycleand this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.WARNING
EWA10030
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE.
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death
to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the motor-
cycle.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the motorcycle.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
CAUTION:
NOTE:
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TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ............3-4
Speedometer ..................................3-5
Tachometer ....................................3-6
Multi-function display ......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-13
Handlebar switches ......................3-13
Clutch lever ...................................3-15
Shift pedal .....................................3-16
Brake lever ...................................3-16
Brake pedal ..................................3-16
ABS ..............................................3-17
Fuel tank cap ................................3-17
Fuel ...............................................3-18
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose ..........................................3-19
Catalytic converter ........................3-19
Seats ............................................3-20
Adjusting the rider seat height ......3-21
Storage compartments .................3-23
Accessory box ..............................3-24Adjusting the headlight beams ..... 3-25
Handlebar position ....................... 3-25
Opening and closing the
cowlings .................................... 3-25
Rear view mirrors ......................... 3-26
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-27
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-28
Grip warmer adjusting knob ......... 3-30
Sidestand ..................................... 3-30
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-31
Auxiliary DC jack .......................... 3-33
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
Pre-operation check list .................. 4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-2
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-5Checking the spark plugs .............. 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-8
Final gear oil ................................ 6-10
Coolant ........................................ 6-12
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-13
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-15
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-15
Valve clearance ........................... 6-15
Tires ............................................. 6-16
Cast wheels ................................. 6-18
Clutch lever .................................. 6-19
Rear brake light switch ................ 6-19
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-19
Checking the brake and clutch
fluid levels ................................. 6-20
Changing the brake and clutch
fluids ......................................... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
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SAFETY INFORMATION
EAU10281
MOTORCYCLES ARE SINGLE
TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE
AND OPERATION ARE DEPENDENT
UPON THE USE OF PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE EX-
PERTISE OF THE OPERATOR. EV-
ERY OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW
THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS
BEFORE RIDING THIS MOTOR-
CYCLE.
HE OR SHE SHOULD:

OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUC-
TIONS FROM A COMPETENT
SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF
MOTORCYCLE OPERATION.


OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND
MAINTENANCE REQUIRE-
MENTS IN THE OWNER’S MAN-
UAL.


OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING
IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES.


OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECH-
NICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED
BY THE OWNER’S MANUALAND/OR WHEN MADE NECES-
SARY BY MECHANICAL CONDI-
TIONS.
Safe riding


Always make pre-operation
checks. Careful checks may help
prevent an accident.


This motorcycle is designed to car-
ry the operator and a passenger.


The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize motorcycles in traf-
fic is the predominating cause of
automobile/motorcycle accidents.
Many accidents have been caused
by an automobile driver who did
not see the motorcycle. Making
yourself conspicuous appears to
be very effective in reducing the
chance of this type of accident.
Therefore:
Wear a brightly colored jacket.
Use extra caution when you are
approaching and passing
through intersections, since in-
tersections are the most likely
places for motorcycle accidents
to occur.Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.


Many accidents involve inexperi-
enced operators. In fact, many op-
erators who have been involved in
accidents do not even have a cur-
rent motorcycle license.
Make sure that you are qualified
and that you only lend your
motorcycle to other qualified op-
erators.
Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
We recommend that you prac-
tice riding your motorcycle
where there is no traffic until you
have become thoroughly famil-
iar with the motorcycle and all of
its controls.


Many accidents have been caused
by error of the motorcycle opera-
tor. A typical error made by the op-
erator is veering wide on a turn
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-3
3 To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left or right.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.To unlock the steering
Push the key into the main switch, and
then turn it to “OFF” while still pushing
it.
WARNING
EWA10060
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving,
otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the vehicle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or“LOCK”.
EAU39460
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tail-
lights, license plate light and auxiliary
lights are on. The hazard lights and turn
signal lights can be turned on, but all
other electrical systems are off. The
key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “”.
CAUTION:
ECA11020
Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-wise the battery may discharge.
1. Push.
2. Turn.
1. Push.
2. Turn.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3
EAU11003
Indicator and warning lights
EAU11030
Turn signal indicator lights “” and
“”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU11060
Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11080
High beam indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU11120
Oil level warning light “”
This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”.
If the warning light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.NOTE:Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when riding on
a slope or during sudden acceleration
or deceleration, but this is not a mal-function.
EAU11530
Engine trouble warning light “”
This warning light comes on or flashes
when an electrical circuit monitoring the
engine is defective. When this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the self-
diagnosis system. (See page 3-6 for an
explanation of the self-diagnosis de-
vice.)
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. If the warning light does not come
on for a few seconds, then go off, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
EAU39500
ABS warning light “”
If this warning light comes on or flashes
while riding, the ABS may be defective.
If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer
check the system as soon as possible.
(See page 3-17.)
WARNING
EWA10081
If the ABS warning light comes on or
flashes while riding, the brake sys-
tem reverts to conventional braking.
Therefore, be careful not to cause
the wheels to lock during emergen-
1. Left turn signal indicator light “”
2. Right turn signal indicator light “”
3. Engine trouble warning light “”
4. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light
“”
5. Neutral indicator light “”
6. High beam indicator light “”
7. Oil level warning light “”
8. Immobilizer system indicator light
ABS
ABS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
3 cy braking. If the warning light
comes on or flashes while riding,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
brake system as soon as possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”.
If the warning light does not come on or
remains on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
EAU38620
Immobilizer system indicator light
The electrical circuit of the indicator
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”.
If the indicator light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.
When the key is turned to “OFF” and 30
seconds have passed, the indicator
light will start flashing indicating the im-
mobilizer system is enabled. After 24
hours have passed, the indicator light
will stop flashing, however the immobi-
lizer system is still enabled.This model is also equipped with a self-
diagnosis device for the immobilizer
system. (See page 3-6 for an explana-
tion of the self-diagnosis device.)
EAU11601
Speedometer The speedometer shows the riding
speed.
When the key is turned to “ON”, the
speedometer needle will sweep once
across the speed range and then return
to zero in order to test the electrical cir-
cuit.1. Tachometer
2. Speedometer
3. Multi-function display
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-6
3
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Tachometer The electric tachometer allows the rider
to monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range.
When the key is turned to “ON”, the ta-
chometer needle will sweep once
across the r/min range and then return
to zero r/min in order to test the electri-
cal circuit.CAUTION:
ECA10031
Do not operate the engine in the ta-
chometer red zone.Red zone: 9000 r/min and above
EAU26868
Multi-function display
WARNING
EWA14430
Be sure to stop the vehicle before
making any setting changes to themulti-function display.
The multi-function display is equipped
with the following:

an odometer (which shows the to-
tal distance traveled)


two tripmeters (which show the
distance traveled since they were
last set to zero)


a fuel reserve tripmeter (which
shows the distance traveled on the
fuel reserve)


a clock


a fuel meter


a coolant temperature meter


a transmission gear display


an ambient temperature display


a fuel consumption display (instan-
taneous and average consumption
functions)


a self-diagnosis device
NOTE:Be sure to turn the key to “ON” before
using the “SELECT” and “RESET” but-tons.
1. Tachometer
2. Tachometer red zone
1. Multi-function display
2.“SELECT” button
3.“RESET” button
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-14
3Right
EAU12380
Pass switch “”
Press this switch to flash the head-
lights.
EAU12400
Dimmer switch “/”
Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.
EAU12460
Turn signal switch “/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the centerposition. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
EAU12493
Windshield position adjusting
switch “”
To move the windshield up, push this
switch in direction (a). To move the
windshield down, push the switch in di-
rection (b).NOTE:When the key is turned to “OFF”, the
windshield will automatically return tothe lowest position.
EAU12500
Horn switch “”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU12660
Engine stop switch “/”
Set this switch to “” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
EAU12710
Start switch “”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.CAUTION:
ECA10050
See page 5-1 for starting instruc-tions prior to starting the engine.
EAU42340
The engine trouble warning light and
ABS warning light will come on when
the key is turned to “ON” and the start
switch is pushed, but this does not indi-
cate a malfunction.
1. Engine stop switch “/”
2. Hazard switch “”
3. Start switch “”
1. Windshield position adjusting switch “”
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