2009 YAMAHA FJR1300AS warning
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2. Push the cowling to the closed po-
sition, and then install the quick
fastener screws.
TIPMake sure that the cowling is properlyinstalled before riding.
EAU39671
Rear view mirrors The rear view mirrors of this vehicle can
be folded forward or backward for park-
ing in narrow spaces. Fold the mirrors
back to their original position before
riding.
WARNING
EWA14371
Be sure to fold the rear view mirrors
back to their original position beforeriding.
EAU14732
Adjusting the front fork
WARNING
EWA10180
Always adjust both fork legs equal-
ly, otherwise poor handling and lossof stability may result.
This front fork is equipped with spring
preload adjusting bolts, rebound damp-
ing force adjusting knobs and compres-
sion damping force adjusting screws.NOTICE
ECA10101
To avoid damaging the mechanism,
do not attempt to turn beyond themaximum or minimum settings.
Spring preload
1. Quick fastener screw
1. Closed position
1. Riding position
2. Parking position
1. Spring preload adjusting bolt
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TIPTo obtain a precise adjustment, it is ad-
visable to check the actual total number
of clicks or turns of the damping force
adjusting mechanism. This adjustment
range may not exactly match the spec-
ifications listed due to small differencesin production.
WARNING
EWA10221
This shock absorber assembly con-
tains highly pressurized nitrogen
gas. Read and understand the fol-
lowing information before handling
the shock absorber assembly.
Do not tamper with or attempt to
open the cylinder assembly.
Do not subject the shock ab-
sorber assembly to an open
flame or other high heat source.
This may cause the unit to ex-
plode due to excessive gas
pressure.
Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.
Do not dispose of a damaged or
worn-out shock absorber as-
sembly yourself. Take the shock
absorber assembly to a Yamahadealer for any service.
EAU40502
Grip warmer adjusting knob
WARNING
EWA14510
Do not turn the grip warmer knobwhile the vehicle is moving.NOTICE
ECA15520
Be sure to wear gloves when us-
ing the grip warmers.
If the ambient temperature is 20
°C (68 °F) or higher, do not set
the grip warmer adjusting knob
to the “HI” position.
If the handlebar grip or throttle
grip becomes worn or damaged,
stop using the grip warmers andreplace the grips.
This vehicle is equipped with grip
warmers, which can only be used when
the engine is running.
Use the grip warmer adjusting knob, lo-
cated near the accessory box, to adjust
the grip warmer temperature.
Rebound damping setting:
Minimum (soft):
20 click(s) in direction (b)*
Standard:
12 click(s) in direction (b)*
Maximum (hard):
3 click(s) in direction (b)*
* With the adjusting knob fully turned
in direction (a)
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The grip warmer adjusting knob can be
set between the “LO” and “HI” posi-
tions. To raise the temperature, turn the
knob in direction (a). To lower the tem-
perature, turn the knob in direction (b).
Align the“” mark on the knob with
“OFF” to turn the grip warmers off.
TIPWhen the vehicle is stopped or travel-
ing at extremely low speeds (e.g., in
traffic jams), the grip warmer tempera-
ture is lower than when traveling athigher speeds.
EAU15301
Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.TIPThe built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
cuts the ignition in certain situations.
(See further down for an explanation ofthe ignition circuit cut-off system.)
WARNING
EWA10240
The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side-
stand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off
system has been designed to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of raising the sidestand be-
fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly as describedbelow and have a Yamaha dealer re-
pair it if it does not function proper-
ly.
1.“LO” position
2.“OFF” position
3.“” mark
4. Grip warmer adjusting knob
5.“HI” position
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “
3. Turn the key on.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
6. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
7. Move the sidestand up.
8. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
9. Shift the transmission into gear.
10. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
11. Move the sidestand up.
12. Release the brake.
13. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The vehicle can be ridden.
NO YES YES NO YES NO
The neutral, the brake switch or the YCC-S
system may not be working correctly.
The vehicle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
A brake switch may not be working correctly.
The vehicle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
The vehicle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.• The vehicle must be placed on the center-
stand during this inspection.• If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system before riding.
WARNING
”.
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EAU39652
Auxiliary DC jack NOTICE
ECA15430
The accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC jack should not be used
with the engine turned off, and the
load must never exceed 30 W (2.5 A),
otherwise the battery may dis-charge.
WARNING
EWA14360
To prevent electrical shock or short-
circuiting, make sure that the cap is
installed when the auxiliary DC jackis not being used.
This vehicle is equipped with an auxilia-
ry DC jack in the accessory box.
A 12-V accessory connected to the
auxiliary jack can be used when the key
is in the “ON” position and should only
be used when the engine is running.
To use the auxiliary DC jack
1. Open the accessory box lid. (See
page 3-27.)
2. Turn the key to “OFF”.
3. Remove the auxiliary DC jack cap.4. Insert the accessory plug into the
auxiliary DC jack.
5. Turn the key to “ON”, and then
start the engine. (See page 5-1.)
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
1. Auxiliary DC jack
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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EAU15596
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11151
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided inthis manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
FuelCheck fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-20
Engine oilCheck oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-11
Final gear oilCheck vehicle for oil leakage. 6-14
CoolantCheck coolant level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
Check cooling system for leakage.6-15
Front brakeCheck operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-21, 6-22
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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EAU15951
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10271
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accidentor injury.
EAU46632
TIPThis model is equipped with:
a lean angle sensor to stop the en-
gine in case of a turnover. In this
case, the multi-function display in-
dicates error code 30, but this is
not a malfunction. Turn the key to
“OFF” and then to “ON” to clear the
error code. Failing to do so will pre-
vent the engine from starting even
though the engine will crank when
pushing the start switch.
an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. In this case,
the multi-function display indicates
error code 70, but this is not a mal-
function. Push the start switch to
clear the error code and to restartthe engine.
EAU40335
Starting the engine In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
The front or rear brake is applied
with the transmission in the neutral
position whether the sidestand is
up or down.
The front or rear brake is applied
with the transmission in gear and
the sidestand is up.
See page 3-34 for more informa-
tion.WARNING
EWA14541
Always apply the front or rear brake
while the main switch is in the “ON”
position and the transmission is in
gear, otherwise the rear wheel willmove freely.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to“”.
The following warning lights, indi-
cator light and indicators should
come on for a few seconds, then
go off.
Oil level warning light
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Engine trouble/YCC-S indica-
tors and warning light
Immobilizer system indicator
light
ABS warning light
NOTICE
ECA11831
If a warning or indicator light does
not go off, see page 3-4 for the corre-
sponding warning and indicatorlight circuit check.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position (see page 5-2) with
the front or rear brake applied. The
neutral indicator light should come
on. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to
check the electrical circuit.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch. NOTICE: For maxi-
mum engine life, never acceler-
ate hard when the engine is
cold!
[ECA11041]
If the engine fails to start, release
the start switch, wait a few sec-
onds, and then try again. Each
starting attempt should be as short
as possible to preserve the bat-tery. Do not crank the engine more
than 10 seconds on any one at-
tempt.
EAU40572
Shifting Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.1. Shift pedal
2. Neutral position
1. Hand shift lever
2. Neutral position
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