2008 YAMAHA XVS1300A Owners Manual

SPECIFICATIONS
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Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle:
32.70 °
Trail:
145.0 mm (5.71 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
130/90 16M/C 67H
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D404F X
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G721Rear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
170/70B 16M/C 75H
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/K555
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G722 GLoading:Maximum load:
210 kg (463 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:
280 kPa (41 psi) (2.80 kgf/cm²)
Loading condition:
90–210 kg (198–463 lb)
Front:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
280 kPa (41 psi) (2.80 kgf/cm²)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
16M/C x MT3.00Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
16M/C x MT4.50Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
135.0 mm (5.31 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
110.0 mm (4.33 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
Transistorized coil ignition (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 18.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W × 2
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LEDFuses:Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 AParking lighting fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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EAU26351
Identification numbers Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and mod-
el label information in the spaces pro-
vided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the vehi-
cle is stolen.
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26381
Key identification number
The key identification number is
stamped into the key tag. Record this
number in the space provided and use
it for reference when ordering a new
key.
EAU26400
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
cycle with the licensing authority in yourarea.
1. Key identification number
2. Code re-registering key (red bow)
3. Standard keys (black bow)
1. Vehicle identification number
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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EAU26470
Model label
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the rider seat. (See page 3-15.)
Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information
will be needed when ordering spare
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INDEX
AAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-12
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ....................... 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-31BBattery .................................................. 6-25
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-21
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-19
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-18
Brake lever ........................................... 3-12
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-17
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-12CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-20
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-14
Clutch lever........................................... 3-11
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-16
Coolant ................................................. 6-11
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-5DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-10
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-20EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-8
Engine stop switch................................ 3-10
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-5FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-18
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-23Fuel ....................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light............................ 3-4
Fuel tank breather hose ........................ 3-14
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-12
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-26
HHandlebar 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 ................. 3-18
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-5
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-30MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Matte color, caution .................................7-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2
Multi-function meter unit .......................... 3-6NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanel, removing and installing ................ 6-6Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-10
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-17
Rear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-23
RESET switch ....................................... 3-11
Rider seat ............................................. 3-15SSafety information ................................... 1-1
SELECT switch ..................................... 3-10
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-11
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-16
Sidestand .............................................. 3-17
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-22
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-6
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-10
Steering, checking ................................ 6-24
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-32
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-23TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-30
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-13
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-21
Tires ...................................................... 6-14
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
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INDEXTroubleshooting .................................... 6-33
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-34
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-30
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-10VValve clearance .................................... 6-13
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-25
Wheels .................................................. 6-16
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YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
PRINTED IN JAPAN
2007.10-0.3×1 CR
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