2014 YAMAHA XVS1300A coolant

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-14
6
TIPMake sure that the coolant reservoir
breather hose is properly routed
through the guide.
EAU33032
Changin g the coolant
The coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart. Have a
Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
WARNING! Never attempt to remove the ra diator cap when the en gine is
hot.
[EWA10382] EAU42443
Replacin
g the air filter ele-
mentThe air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the air filter case cover by removing the bolts.
2. Pull the air filter element out. 3. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case. NOTICE: Make
sure that the air filter element is
properly seated in the air filter
case. The en gine shoul d never
b e operated without the air filter
element installed , otherwise the
piston(s) an d/or cylin der(s) may
b ecome excessively worn.
[ECA10482]
4. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the bolts.
1. Guide
2. Coolant reservoir breather hose
12
1. Air filter case cover
2. Bolt
1. Air filter element
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6
En
gine overheatin g
WARNING
EWAT1041
Do not remove the ra diator cap when the en gine an d ra diator are hot. Scal din g hot flui d an d steam may be
b lown out un der pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en gine has coole d.
 Place a thick ra g, like a towel, over the ra diator cap, an d then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the
d etent to allow any resi dual pressure to escape. When the hissin g soun d has stoppe d, press down on the cap
while turnin g it counterclockwise, an d then remove the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool-
ant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:2490 mm (98.0 in)
Overall width:
For non-UBS models
1000 mm (39.4 in)
For UBS models
995 mm (39.2 in)
Overall height: 1145 mm (45.1 in)
Seat height: 690 mm (27.2 in)
Wheelbase:
1690 mm (66.5 in)
Ground clearance: 145 mm (5.71 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3500 mm (137.8 in)Wei ght:Curb weight:
304 kg (670 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement: V-type 2-cylinder
Displacement: 1304 cm³
Bore × stroke:
100.0 × 83.0 mm (3.94 × 3.27 in)
Compression ratio: 9.50 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
Type: SAE 10W-30, 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:
3.20 L (3.38 US qt, 2.82 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement: 3.40 L (3.59 US qt, 2.99 Imp.qt)Coolin g system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.45 L (0.48 US qt, 0.40 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
2.10 L (2.22 US qt, 1.85 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:Regular unleaded gasoline (Gasohol (E10)
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity: 19.0 L (5.02 US gal, 4.18 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 3.7 L (0.98 US gal, 0.81 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:ID mark:
3D81 20Spark plu g(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/LMAR7A-9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction ratio:1.556 (70/45)
Final drive: Belt
Secondary reduction ratio:
2.333 (70/30)
Transmission type: Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
–20 –10 0 1020 30 40 50 C
10 30 50 70 90 110
0 130 F
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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8-3
8
Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:YTX20L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 18.0 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 21.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
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
Fuel level warning light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
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
Radiator fan fuse:
20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
Backup fuse: 10.0 A
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10
INDEXAAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-34BBattery .................................................. 6-28
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-21
Brake lever ............................................ 3-12
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-19
Brake light switches.............................. 6-19
Brake pedal........................................... 3-12CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-23
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-15
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-11
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-18
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-5DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-10
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-22EEngine break-in....................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-10
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-10
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-5FFront and rear brake pads, checking.... 6-20
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-26 Fuel ....................................................... 3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-4
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow
hose ................................................... 3-14
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-12
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29
HHandlebar 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 ............... 3-18
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing........ 6-33MMain 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 meter unit ........................ 3-6NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-4OOil level warning light ............................. 3-4
PPanel, removing and installing ................6-8
Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Pass switch ...........................................3-10RRear suspension, lubricating ................6-26
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.....6-25
Spark plugs, checking ............................6-8
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Start switch ...........................................3-10
Steering, checking ................................6-27
Storage ...................................................7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-35
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-26TThrottle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ...........................................6-24
Throttle grip free play, checking ...........6-15
Tires ......................................................6-15
Tool kit ....................................................6-2
Troubleshooting ....................................6-35
Troubleshooting charts .........................6-37
Turn signal indicator light........................3-4
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