2016 YAMAHA XJR 1300 ABS

Table of contentsSafety information ............................ 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Instrument an d 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 ..................... 3-14
Seat .............................................. 3-15
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ................................... 3-18
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-20
EXUP system ................................ 3-21 Sidestand ...................................... 3-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-22
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 4-1
Operation an d important ri din g
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
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 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 ....... 6-27
Battery .......................................... 6-28
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-29U2PNE1E0.book Page 1 Monday, December 28, 2015 11:03 AM

Description
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Left view
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1. Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-16)
2. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-16)
3. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-16)
4. Fuse box (page 6-29)
5. Seat lock (page 3-15)
6. Main fuse (page 6-29)
7. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting knob (page 3-18) 8. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting knob (pa-
ge 3-18)
9. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-18)
10.Shift pedal (page 3-11)
11.Engine oil filter element (page 6-10)
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Instrument and control functions
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A djustin g the shock a bsor ber
assemb ly
WARNING
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Always a djust both shock a bsor ber
assem blies equally, otherwise poor
han dlin g an d loss of sta bility may re-
sult.Each shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring and rebound and compression
damping force adjusting knobs.
Sprin g preloa d
Adjust the spring preload as follows. 1. Loosen the lock screw 1/2 turn counterclockwise. 2. To increase the spring preload
and thereby harden the suspen-
sion, turn the adjusting ring in di-
rection (a). To decrease the spring
preload and thereby soften the
suspension, turn the adjusting ring
in direction (b). Use the special wrench in-
cluded in the owner’s tool kit
to make this adjustment.
 The spring preload setting is
determined by measuring
distance A, shown in the illus-
tration. The longer distance A
is, the higher the spring pre-
load; the shorter distance A
is, the lower the spring pre-
load. With each complete
turn of the adjusting ring, dis-
tance A changes by 1.5 mm
(0.06 in).
 Be sure to turn the adjusting
ring so that the lock screw is
facing outward.1. Lock screw
1. Special wrench
2. Spring preload adjusting ring
1. Distance A
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Motorcycle care and stora ge
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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 r

atchin 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. Apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal, including chrome-
and nickel-plated, surfaces to pre-
vent corrosion.
After cleanin g
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
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Specifications
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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)
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 4Front 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: 120 mm (4.7 in)
Electrical system:System voltage:12 V
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
Brake/tail 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
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Index
AAir filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-31BBattery .................................................. 6-28
Brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ............................................. 6-20
Brake and clutch fluids , changing ........ 6-21
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating........................................... 6-24
Brake lever............................................ 3-11
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-18
Brake light switches ............................. 6-19
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-12
Brake/tail light....................................... 6-32CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-24
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters.............................. 3-14
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 serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ................................. 3-9
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
EXUP system ........................................ 3-21
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-19
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-16
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-26
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 ................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-9
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-30
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch ............................................ 3-9IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-22
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 ......................... 3-20MMain 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 ............................................. 3-18
Sidestand.............................................. 3-21
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-26
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-9
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Speedometer .......................................... 3-5
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-9
Steering, checking ................................ 6-27
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-35
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-26TTachometer............................................. 3-5
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-15
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
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