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7
off any
deter gent resi due usin g
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.
Do not use any harsh chemical
prod ucts on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoi d usin g cloths or
spon ges which have b een in
contact with stron g or a brasive
cleanin g prod ucts, solvent or
thinner, fuel ( gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhi bitors, brake flui d,
antifreeze or electrolyte.
Do not use hi gh-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepag e and
d eterioration in the followin g ar-
eas: seals (of wheel an d swin g-
arm bearin gs, fork an d b rakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches an d li ghts), breather
hoses an d vents.
For motorcycles equippe d with
a win dshiel d: Do not use stron g
cleaners or har d spon ges as
they will cause dullin g or
sc
ratchin g. Some cleanin g
compoun ds for plastic may
leave scratches on the win d- shiel
d. Test the pro duct on a
small hi dden part of the win d-
shiel d to make sure that it does
not leave any marks. If the win d-
shiel d is scratche d, use a quality
plastic polishin g compoun d af-
ter washing .
After normal useRemove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive
in combination with water, carry out
the following steps after each ride in
the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads.
TIPSalt sprayed on roads in the winter
may remain well into spring.1. Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
NOTICE: Do not use warm wa-
ter since it increases the corro-
sive action of the salt.
[ECA10792]
2. After drying the motorcycle, apply a corrosion protection spray on all
metal, including chrome- and
nickel-plated, surfaces to prevent
corrosion.
Windshield cleaningAvoid using any alkaline or strong acid
cleaner, gasoline, brake fluid, or any
other solvent. Clean the windshield
with a cloth or sponge dampened with
a neutral detergent, and after cleaning,
thoroughly wash it off with water. For
additional cleaning, use Yamaha Wind-
shield Cleaner or other quality cleaner.
Some cleaning compounds for plastics
may leave scratches on surfaces of the
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EAU26244
StorageShort-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the mo-
torcycle.NOTICE
ECA10811
Storin g the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilate d room or cover-
in g it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water an d humi d-
ity to seep in an d cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles ( because
of the presence of ammonia)
an d areas where stron g chemi-
cals are store d.Lon g-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter. 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 protect 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 pla-
ce the spark plugs on the cylin-
der head so that the electrodes
are grounded. (This will limit
sparking 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-
a g e or injury from sparkin g,
make sure to groun d the
spark plu g electro des while
turnin g the en gine over.
[EWA10952]
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 outlets with plastic bags to prevent moisture
from entering them.
7. Remove the battery and fully char- ge it. Store it in a cool, dry place
and charge it once a month. Do
not store the battery in an exces-
sively 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
6-31.
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Dimensions:Overall length:2230 mm (87.8 in)
Overall width:
750 mm (29.5 in)
Overall height: 1325/1455 mm (52.2/57.3 in)
Seat height: 805/825 mm (31.7/32.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1545 mm (60.8 in)
Ground clearance: 130 mm (5.12 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3100 mm (122.0 in)Wei ght:Curb weight:
289 kg (637 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Inline 4-cylinder
Displacement: 1298 cm³
Bore × stroke:
79.0 × 66.2 mm (3.11 × 2.61 in)
Compression ratio: 10.80 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
Type:
SAE 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, 20W-40 or
20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:3.80 L (4.02 US qt, 3.34 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
4.00 L (4.23 US qt, 3.52 Imp.qt)Final gear oil:Type:
Yamaha genuine shaft drive gear oil exclusive to FJR1300/VMAX
Quantity: 0.20 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)
Coolin g system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes): 2.60 L (2.75 US qt, 2.29 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:Dry elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity: 25.0 L (6.61 US gal, 5.50 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 5.5 L (1.45 US gal, 1.21 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:ID mark:
1MC1 00Spark plu g(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CPR8EA-9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction ratio:1.563 (75/48)
Final drive: Shaft
–20 –10 0 1020 30 40 50 C
10 30 50 70 90 110
0 130 F
SAE 20W-50SAE 20W-40SAE 15W-40SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 125.0 mm (4.92 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:
GT14B-4
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 12.0 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 2
Front turn signal light: LED
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 21.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
LED
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1 Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light: LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light: LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light: LED
Cruise control “SET” indicator light: LED
Cruise control “ON” indicator light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Traction control system indicator/warning
light: LED
Fuses:Main fuse 1:
50.0 A
Main fuse 2: 30.0 A
Headlight fuse: 25.0 A
Brake light fuse:
1.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A Ignition fuse:
20.0 A
Radiator fan fuse: 10.0 A × 2
Hazard fuse:
7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: 7.5 A
ABS motor fuse:
30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: 20.0 A
Cruise control fuse: 1.0 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse:
3.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Windshield motor fuse: 20.0 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
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INDEX
AABS....................................................... 3-27
ABS warning light ................................... 3-5
Accessory box ...................................... 3-36
Air filter element, cleaning .................... 6-17
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 3-45
Auxiliary light ........................................ 6-36BBattery .................................................. 6-31
Brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ............................................. 6-24
Brake and clutch fluids , changing ........ 6-26
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating .................... 6-27
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating .................... 6-27
Brake lever............................................ 3-26
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-23
Brake light switches ............................. 6-23
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-26CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-26
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters.............................. 3-31
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .................... 6-28
Clutch lever.................................. 3-25, 6-22
Coolant ................................................. 6-16
Cowling vents, opening and closing .... 3-37
Cruise control indicator lights................. 3-4
Cruise control switches ........................ 3-24
Cruise control system............................. 3-6DDimmer/Pass switch............................. 3-24 D-mode (drive mode) ........................... 3-23
EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking ............. 6-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge........... 6-12
Engine trouble warning light .................. 3-5FFinal gear oil ......................................... 6-14
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-24
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-39
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-29
Front turn signal light ........................... 6-34
Fuel ...................................................... 3-30
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ........ 3-31
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-29
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-32HHandlebar position, adjusting .............. 3-37
Handlebar switches ............................. 3-23
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-24
Headlight beams, adjusting ................. 3-37
Headlight bulb ...................................... 6-34
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-24IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-43
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ......... 3-6
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 6-35
MMain switch/steering lock ....................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system .................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution................................ 7-1
Menu switch ......................................... 3-24
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ...................... 3-10NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-8
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-29
Rear view mirrors .................................. 3-39
Rider seat height, adjusting .................. 3-33SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-32
Select switch ........................................ 3-25
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................. 3-26
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-41
Sidestand.............................................. 3-42
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 6-11
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Start/Engine stop switch ...................... 3-24
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Steering, checking ................................ 6-30
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