2015 YAMAHA XVS1300CU Owners Manual

SPECIFICATIONS
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2nd:1.778 (32/18)
3rd: 1.381 (29/21)
4th:
1.115 (29/26)
5th: 0.960 (24/25)
Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle: 34.00 °
Trail: 109 mm (4.3 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 120/70 21M/C 62H
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G721 GRear tire:Type: Tubeless
Size:
210/40R18M/C 73H
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G852 RADIAL GLoa din g:Maximum load:
204 kg (450 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: 280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)
Loading condition:
90–204 kg (198–450 lb)
Front:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 21M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 18M/C x MT7.50Front brake:Type:
Single 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:
135 mm (5.3 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 100 mm (3.9 in)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
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Tail/brake light:LED
Front turn signal light: LED
Rear turn signal light:
LED
Auxiliary light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 2
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: LEDFuses: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 motor fuse:
20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
Backup fuse: 10.0 A
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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EAU53562
Id entification num bersRecord the vehicle identification num-
ber, engine serial number, and the
model label information in the spaces
provided below. These identification
numbers are needed when registering
the vehicle with the authorities in your
area and when ordering spare parts
from a Yamaha dealer.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26401
Vehicle i dentification num ber
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.TIPThe vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in your
area.
EAU26442
En gine serial num ber
The engine serial number is stamped
into the crankcase.
EAU26481
Mo del la bel
1. Vehicle identification number
1
1. Engine serial number
1. Model label
1
1
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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9The model label is affixed to the frame
under the seat. (See page 3-13.) Re-
cord the information on this label in the
space provided. This information will
be needed when ordering spare parts
from a Yamaha dealer.
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INDEX
AAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-31BBattery .................................................. 6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-23
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-20
Brake lever.............................................. 3-9
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-18
Brake light switches ............................. 6-19
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-10CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-23
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-12
Clutch lever............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-17
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-3DDimmer switch........................................ 3-7
Drive belt slack ..................................... 6-22EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ................................. 3-8
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-3FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-19 Front fork, checking ............................. 6-26
Fuel ...................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light........................... 3-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ........ 3-12
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-10
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29
HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-7
Hazard switch ........................................ 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-30
Helmet holder....................................... 3-14
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................ 3-8IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-16
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-2LLicense plate light ................................ 6-32MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-1
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 ........................ 3-4NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-2OOil level warning light ............................. 3-2PPanel, removing and installing ............... 6-8 Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Pass switch............................................. 3-7
RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-25
RESET switch ......................................... 3-8SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-13
SELECT switch ....................................... 3-8
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................... 3-9
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-15
Sidestand.............................................. 3-16
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-25
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-8
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-8
Steering, checking ................................ 6-26
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-33
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-25TThrottle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-23
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-15
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-33
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-35
Turn signal indicator light ....................... 3-2
Turn signal light and tail/brake light...... 6-32
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-7
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INDEX
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VValve clearance..................................... 6-15
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking..................... 6-27
Wheels .................................................. 6-17
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