2013 YAMAHA XJR 1300 spark plugs

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights ............................................3-4
Speedometer ..................................3-5
Tachometer ....................................3-5
Multi-function display ......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...............3-9
Handlebar switches ........................3-9
Clutch lever ...................................3-10
Shift pedal .....................................3-11
Brake lever ...................................3-11
Brake pedal ..................................3-12
Fuel tank cap ................................3-12
Fuel ...............................................3-13
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ............................3-14
Catalytic converters ......................3-15
Seat ..............................................3-15
Helmet holder ...............................3-16
Storage compartment ...................3-16
Adjusting the front fork ..................3-17 Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-19
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-21
EXUP system ............................... 3-22
Sidestand ..................................... 3-22
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-23
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-9
Engine oil and oil filter element .... 6-10
Replacing the air filter element and cleaning the check hose .... 6-13 Checking the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 6-14
Valve clearance ........................... 6-15
Tires ............................................. 6-15
Cast wheels ................................. 6-18
Clutch lever .................................. 6-18
Checking the brake lever free play ........................................... 6-18
Brake light switches ..................... 6-19
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-20
Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels ................................. 6-20
Changing the brake and clutch
fluids ......................................... 6-22
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-22
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ......................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the cables ....................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............ 6-25
Checking and lubricating the centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-26
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-27
Checking the front fork ................. 6-27U5WME9E0.book Page 1 Friday, December 7, 2012 3:50 PM

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-3
6
EAU46861
TIP●
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the UK, a
mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead.
●
From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi).
●
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical
skills.
EAU46910
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
1 *Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or
damage. √√√√√
2 Spark plugs Check condition.
Clean and regap.
√√
Replace. √√
3 *Valves Check valve clearance.
Adjust.
Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
4 *Fuel injection sys-
tem Adjust synchronization.
√√√√√√
5 *Muffler and exhaust
pipe Check the screw clamp(s) for
looseness. √√√√√
6 *Air induction sys-
tem Check the air cut-off valve, reed
valve, and hose for damage.
Replace any damaged parts if necessary. √√√√√
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-9
6
EAU19193
Panel C
To remove the panelRemove the bolts, and then take the
panel off.
To install the panelPlace the panel in the original position,
and then install the bolts.
EAU19545
Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine
components, which are easy to check.
Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, the spark
plugs should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
To remove a spark plug1. Remove the spark plug cap.
2. Remove the spark plug as shown, with the spark plug wrench includ-
ed in the owner’s tool kit. To check the spark plugs
1. Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode on
each spark plug is a medium-to-
light tan (the ideal color when the
vehicle is ridden normally).
2. Check that all spark plugs installed in the engine have the same color.
TIPIf any spark plug shows a distinctly dif-
ferent color, the engine could be oper-
ating improperly. Do not attempt to
diagnose such problems yourself. In-
stead, have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle.
1. Bolt
1. Spark plug cap
1. Spark plug wrench
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6-39
6
EAU42603
Troubleshooting chart
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Operate the electric starter.4. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. 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
6-28.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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INDEXAAir filter element and check hose, replacing and cleaning........................ 6-13
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................ 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-34BBattery................................................... 6-28
Brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ............................................. 6-20
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ......... 6-22
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Brake lever ............................................ 3-11
Brake lever free play, checking ............. 6-18
Brake light switches .............................. 6-19
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-12CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-24
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-15
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-26
Clutch lever .................................. 3-10, 6-18DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-23
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-22EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter element ............. 6-10
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-10
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-4 EXUP system ....................................... 3-22
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-20
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-17
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-27
Fuel....................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow
hose ................................................... 3-14
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-30HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-9
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-31
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-16
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-10IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-23
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights .......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-33
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-21MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system .................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1 Multi-function display............................... 3-6
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-8
Parking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-9SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-15
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-11
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................. 3-19
Sidestand .............................................. 3-22
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-9
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer........................................... 3-5
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-10
Steering, checking................................. 6-28
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-16
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-27TTachometer ............................................. 3-5
Tail/brake light ....................................... 6-32
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Throttle grip free play, checking ............ 6-14
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
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