2015 YAMAHA XJ 1300 brake light

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
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
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-18
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-21 EXUP system ................................ 3-21
Sidestand ...................................... 3-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-22
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 ............................................ 6-15
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 .......................................... 6-19
Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels.................................. 6-20
Changing the brake and clutch
fluids .......................................... 6-21
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............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the sidestand................................... 6-26
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots......................................... 6-26
Checking the front fork ................. 6-26
Checking the steering................... 6-27
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-28
Battery .......................................... 6-28U2PNE0E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, September 16, 2014 4:15 PM

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Replacing the fuses .......................6-29
Replacing the headlight bulb.........6-30
Replacing the auxiliary light bulb ............................................6-32
Tail/brake light ...............................6-33
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ............................................6-33
Replacing a license plate light
bulb ............................................6-34
Supporting the motorcycle............6-35
Front wheel....................................6-36
Rear wheel.....................................6-37
Troubleshooting ............................6-39
Troubleshooting chart ...................6-40
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE ..........................................7-1
Matte color caution .........................7-1
Care .................................................7-1
Storage ............................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ............9-1
Identification numbers .....................9-1
INDEX ...............................................10-1
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DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
EAU10421
Right view
2
6
3
1
4
5
7
8
9
10
11
1. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2)
2. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20)
3. Battery (page 6-28)
4. Air filter element (page 6-13)
5. Fuel tank cap (page 3-12)
6. Headlight (page 6-30)
7. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-10)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-10) 9. Engine oil level check window (page 6-10)
10.Brake pedal (page 3-12)
11.Rear brake light switch (page 6-19)U2PNE0E0.book Page 2 Tuesday, September 16, 2014 4:15 PM

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-19
6b
rakin g performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control and an acci-
d ent.
EAU22274
Brake li ght switchesThe brake light, which is activated by
the brake pedal and brake lever,
should come on just before braking
takes effect. If necessary, adjust the
rear brake light switch as follows, but
the front brake light switch should be
adjusted by a Yamaha dealer.
Turn the rear brake light switch adjust-
ing nut while holding the rear brake
light switch in place. To make the
brake light come on earlier, turn the ad-
justing nut in direction (a). To make the
brake light come on later, turn the ad-
justing nut in direction (b).
EAU22322
Checkin g the front an d rear
b rake pa dsFront brake
Rear brake
1. Rear brake light switch
2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut
1
2(b)
(a)
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove1
1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-33
6
EAU24182
Tail/brake li ghtThis model is equipped with an LED-
type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU24205
Replacin g a turn si gnal li ght
b ul b1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise. 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 screw. NOTICE: Do not over-
ti g hten the screw, otherwise the
lens may break.
[ECA11192]
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
1
2
1. Turn signal light bulb
1
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-3
74. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA11132
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.  Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
 If necessary, clean the brake
d iscs an d b rake linin gs with a
re gular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, an d wash the tires with
warm water an d a mil d d eter-
g ent. Before ri din g at hi gher
speed s, test the motorcycle’s
b rakin g performance an d cor-
nerin g b ehavior.
NOTICE
ECA10801
 Apply spray oil an d wax spar-
in gly an d make sure to wipe off
any excess.
 Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber an d plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitab le care
prod uct.
 Avoi d usin g a brasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.TIP Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
 Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
EAU26183
Stora geShort-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 and cause rust.
 To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles (b ecause
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.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
5th:1.115 (29/26)
Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle: 24.70 °
Trail: 92 mm (3.6 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D252F LRear tire:Type: Tubeless
Size:
180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/D252 LLoa din g:Maximum load:
210 kg (463 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi) Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Loading condition: 90–210 kg (198–463 lb)
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
High-speed riding: Front:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT5.50Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake Operation:
Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
130 mm (5.1 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 110 mm (4.3 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system: AC generatorBattery:Model:
YTZ14S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 11.2 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 1
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Tail/brake light:LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 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: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
High beam indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Oil level warning light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Turn signal indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 2
Engine trouble warning light: 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LEDFuses:Main fuse:50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Taillight fuse: 7.5 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
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