2008 YAMAHA XJR 1300 ignition

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-36
6
EAU42600
Troubleshooting chart
WARNING
EWA10840
Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
4th:
31/24 (1.292)
5th:
29/26 (1.115)
Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle:
25.30 °
Trail:
100.0 mm (3.94 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D252F LRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D252 LLoading:Maximum load:
205 kg (452 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)Front:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)
Loading condition:
90–205 kg (198–452 lb)
Front:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)
High-speed riding:
Front:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT5.50Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
130.0 mm (5.12 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
110.0 mm (4.33 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC generatorBattery:Model:
YTZ14S
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 11.2 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 4.0 W × 1
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
High beam indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Oil level warning light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Turn signal indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 2
Engine trouble warning light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LEDFuses:Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Taillight fuse:
7.5 ASignaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
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INDEXAAir filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning........................ 6-11
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................ 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-31BBattery................................................... 6-26
Brake and clutch fluid levels,
checking ............................................. 6-18
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ......... 6-19
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-23
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-22
Brake lever ............................................ 3-11
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-12CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-21
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-14
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-23
Clutch lever .................................. 3-10, 6-16DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-21
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-19EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter element ............... 6-8
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-10
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-4
EXUP system ........................................ 3-21
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-17
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-16
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-24
Fuel....................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose........................ 3-14
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-27HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-9
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-28
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-15
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-10IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-22
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-4
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-31
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-20MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display .............................. 3-6NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4
OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-6
Parking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ...................................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-16SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-15
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-11
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................. 3-18
Sidestand .............................................. 3-21
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-7
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer........................................... 3-5
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-10
Steering, checking................................. 6-25
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-16
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-24TTachometer ............................................. 3-5
Tail/brake light ....................................... 6-30
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-12
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