2010 YAMAHA XVS1300A battery

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
73. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug caps
and spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto
the spark plugs, and then place
the spark plugs on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam-
age or injury from sparking,
make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while
turning the engine over.
[EWA10951]
e. Remove the spark plug caps
from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.4. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30°F) or more than 30
°C (90°F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-25.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
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)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/K555Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G722 G
Loading:Maximum load:
209 kg (461 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 (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)
Loading condition:
90–209 kg (198–461 lb)
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)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 brakeOperation:
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:
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:
TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTX20L-BS
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INDEX
AAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-13
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ....................... 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-32BBattery .................................................. 6-25
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-20
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-19
Brake lever ........................................... 3-12
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-17
Brake light switches .............................. 6-18
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-12CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-21
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-15
Clutch lever........................................... 3-11
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-16
Coolant ................................................. 6-12
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-5DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-10
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-20EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-9
Engine stop switch................................ 3-10
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-5FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-18Front fork, checking...............................6-24
Fuel ....................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light............................ 3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......... 3-14
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-12
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-27
HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-9
Hazard switch........................................ 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-29
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-16
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 .................... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-31MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-2
Matte color, caution .................................7-1
Model label .............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit .......................... 3-6NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4
PPanel, removing and installing ................ 6-7
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-10RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-24
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 .... 3-17
Sidestand .............................................. 3-18
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-23
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-7
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-10
Steering, checking ................................ 6-25
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-33
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-23TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-31
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-14
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-21
Tires ...................................................... 6-14
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-35
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