2010 YAMAHA XVS1300A Owners Manual

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EAU23283
Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 6-33 for more
information.) WARNING! To
avoid injury, securely support
the vehicle so there is no danger
of it falling over.
[EWA10751]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
EAU23291
Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
EAU48570
Battery This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to be
checked and, if necessary, tightened.
WARNING
EWA10760


Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
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Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.


KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
NOTICE
ECA10620
Never attempt to remove the battery
cell seals, as this would permanent-
ly damage the battery.To access the battery
1. Remove the rider seat. (See page
3-15.)
2. Unhook the battery band, and then
remove the battery cover.3. Unhook the wire harnesses
shown, and then remove the own-
er’s tool kit tray together with the
owner’s tool kit by pulling it up-
ward.To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quickly
if the vehicle is equipped with optional
electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16520
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery. If
1. Battery band
2. Battery cover
1. Owner’s tool kit tray
2. Wire harness
2
1
1. Negative battery lead (black)
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Battery
2
3
1
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6 you do not have access to a con-
stant-voltage battery charger, have a
Yamaha dealer charge your battery.
To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure the key is
turned to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the positive lead.
[ECA16302]
2. If the battery will be stored for more
than two months, check it at least
once a month and fully charge it if
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation.
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
NOTICE
ECA16530
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
EAU48580
Replacing the fuses The main fuse, the fuel injection system
fuse, and the fuse box, which contains
the fuses for the individual circuits, are
located under the rider seat. (See page
3-15.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
2. Unhook the battery band, and then
remove the battery cover.
3. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to1. Battery band
2. Battery cover
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6avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
TIPTo access the fuel injection system
fuse, remove the starter relay cover by
pulling it upward.1. Main fuse
2. Fuse box
3. Starter relay cover
1
2
3
1. Starter relay cover
2. Fuel injection system fuse
3. Fuel injection system spare fuse
21 3
1. Signaling system fuse
2. Ignition fuse
3. Parking lighting fuse
4. Radiator fan fuse
5. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-
tem)
6. Headlight fuse
7. Spare fuse
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4. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
5. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
6. Install the battery cover, and then
hook the battery band onto the
holder.
EAU42892
Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10650
Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:

Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.


Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of a
wattage higher than specified.
1. Remove the turn signal light brack-
et cover by removing the bolts.
2. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the bolts on each side.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
10.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
20.0 A
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Turn signal light bracket cover
2. Bolt
1
2
2
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63. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the bulb cover.
4. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb.5. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.
6. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
7. Install the headlight unit by install-
ing the bolts.
8. Place the turn signal light bracket
cover in the original position, and
then install the bolts.9. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
1. Bolt
1. Headlight bulb cover
2. Headlight coupler
1
2
1. Headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight bulb
1
2
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EAU24133
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove the tail/brake light lens by
removing the screws.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws. NOTICE: Do not over-
tighten the screws, otherwise
the lens may break.
[ECA10681]EAU24212
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal lens by re-
moving the screws.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws. NOTICE: Do not over-
tighten the screws, otherwise
the lens may break.
[ECA10681]EAU42484
Replacing the license plate
light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light cov-
er by removing the bolts.
2. Pull the license plate light unit up
as shown.
1. Screw
1. Screw
1. License plate light cover
2. Bolt
1. License plate light unit
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63. Remove the license plate light
socket (together with the bulb) by
turning it counterclockwise, and
then pulling it out.
4. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out from the socket.
5. Insert a new bulb into the socket.6. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in and turning it
clockwise until it stops.
7. Place the license plate light unit in
the original position, and then in-
stall the license plate light cover by
installing the bolts.
EAU42872
Replacing the auxiliary light
bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re-
place it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit. (See
page 6-29.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light socket
(together with the coupler) by turn-
ing the socket counterclockwise.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
1. License plate light bulb socket
1. License plate light bulb
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket1
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