2008 YAMAHA XVS1300A air filter

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-12
6


If water has been added to the
coolant, have a Yamaha dealer
check the antifreeze content of
the coolant as soon as possible,
otherwise the effectiveness ofthe coolant will be reduced.WARNING
EWA10380
Never attempt to remove the radiatorcap when the engine is hot.
5. Install the panel.NOTE:

The radiator fan is automatically
switched on or off according to the
coolant temperature in the radia-
tor.


If the engine overheats, see page
6-34 for further instructions.


Make sure that the coolant reser-
voir breather hose is properly rout-ed through the guide.
EAU33030
Changing the coolant
WARNING
EWA10380
Never attempt to remove the radiatorcap when the engine is hot.
The coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. Have a
Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
EAU42441
Replacing the air filter element The air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the bolts.
2. Pull the air filter element out.
1. Guide
2. Coolant reservoir breather hose
1. Air filter case cover
2. Bolt
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-13
6 3. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case.
CAUTION:
ECA10480


Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.


The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) maybecome excessively worn.
4. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the bolts.
EAU21382
Checking the throttle cable
free play The throttle cable free play should mea-
sure 4.0–6.0 mm (0.16–0.24 in) at the
throttle grip. Periodically check the
throttle cable free play and, if neces-
sary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
EAU21401
Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
1. Air filter element
1. Throttle cable free play
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
2490 mm (98.0 in)
Overall width:
980 mm (38.6 in)
Overall height:
1115 mm (43.9 in)
Seat height:
715 mm (28.1 in)
Wheelbase:
1690 mm (66.5 in)
Ground clearance:
145 mm (5.71 in)
Minimum turning radius:
3500 mm (137.8 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
303.0 kg (668 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
V-type 2-cylinder
Displacement:
1304.0 cm³
Bore × stroke:
100.0 × 83.0 mm (3.94 × 3.27 in)
Compression ratio:
9.50 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE 20W-40
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
3.20 L (3.38 US qt) (2.82 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
3.40 L (3.59 US qt) (2.99 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.45 L (0.48 US qt) (0.40 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
2.10 L (2.22 US qt) (1.85 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
19.0 L (5.02 US gal) (4.18 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.7 L (0.98 US gal) (0.81 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
Manufacturer:
MIKUNI
Type/quantity:
ACW40/2
Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/LMAR7A-9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
70/45 (1.556)
Secondary reduction system:
Belt drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
70/30 (2.333)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
36/13 (2.769)
2nd:
32/18 (1.778)
3rd:
29/21 (1.381)
4th:
29/26 (1.115)
5th:
24/25 (0.960)
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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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