2016 YAMAHA XVS1300A oil

Motorcycle care and stora ge
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EAU37834
Matte color cautionNOTICE
ECA15193
Some mo dels are equipped with
matte colore d finishe d parts. Be
sure to consult a Yamaha d ealer for
a d vice on what prod ucts to use be-
fore cleanin g the vehicle. Usin g a
b rush, harsh chemical prod ucts or
cleanin g compoun ds when cleanin g
these parts will scratch or damag e
their surface. Wax also shoul d not
b e applied to any matte colore d fin-
ishe d parts.
EAU26075
CareWhile the open design of a motorcycle
reveals the attractiveness of the tech-
nology, it also makes it more vulnera-
ble. Rust and corrosion can develop
even if high-quality components are
used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un-
noticed on a car, however, it detracts
from the overall appearance of a mo-
torcycle. Frequent and proper care
does not only comply with the terms of
the warranty, but it will also keep your
motorcycle looking good, extend its
life and optimize its performance.
Before cleanin g
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and cov- ers as well as all electrical cou-
plers and connectors, including
the spark plug caps, are tightly in-
stalled.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt, like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such prod- ucts onto seals, gaskets, the drive
belt and wheel axles. Always rinse
the dirt and degreaser off with wa-
ter.
Cleanin g
NOTICE
ECA10773
Avoi d using strong aci dic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoke d
wheels. If such prod ucts are
use d on har d-to-remove dirt, do
not leave the cleaner on the af-
fected area any lon ger than in-
structed . Also, thorou ghly rinse
the area off with water, imme di-
ately dry it, an d then apply a cor-
rosion protection spray.
 Improper cleanin g can d amage
plastic parts (such as cowlin gs,
panels, win dshiel ds, hea dlig ht
lenses, meter lenses, etc.) an d
the mufflers. Use only a soft,
clean cloth or spon ge with wa-
ter to clean plastic. However, if
the plastic parts cannot b e thor-
ou ghly cleaned with water, di-
lute d mil d d eter gent with water
may be used . Be sure to rinse
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7 3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted and chrome-plat- ed surfaces. Avoid combination
cleaner waxes, many of which
contain abrasives that may mar
the paint or protective finish.
7. 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
ECA10951
 Apply spray oil an d wax spar-
in gly an d make sure to wipe off
any excess.
 Never apply oil or wax to the
drive belt.
 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.
EAU26283
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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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
turning 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 outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
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
6-27.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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Specifications
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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: For non-UBS models
1150 mm (45.3 in)
For UBS models
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: 3.5 m (11.48 ft)Wei ght:Curb weight:
304 kg (670 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Valve train: SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
V-type Number of cylinders:
2-cylinder
Displacement: 1304 cm³
Bore × stroke:
100.0 × 83.0 mm (3.94 × 3.27 in)
Compression ratio: 9.5 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades:
10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity: Oil change:
3.20 L (3.38 US qt, 2.82 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 3.40 L (3.59 US qt, 2.99 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):0.45 L (0.48 US qt, 0.40 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes):
2.10 L (2.22 US qt, 1.85 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:Regular unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity: 19 L (5.0 US gal, 4.2 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-discDrivetrain:Primary reduction ratio:1.556 (70/45)
Final drive:
Belt
Secondary reduction ratio: 2.333 (70/30)
Transmission type: Constant mesh 5-speed
Gear ratio:
1st: 2.769 (36/13)
2nd:
1.778 (32/18)
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3rd:1.381 (29/21)
4th: 1.115 (29/26)
5th:
0.960 (24/25)
Chassis:Frame type:Double cradle
Caster angle:
32.7 °
Trail: 145 mm (5.7 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 130/90 16M/C 67H
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/D404F X
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G721Rear tire:Type: Tubeless
Size:
170/70B 16M/C 75H
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/K555
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/G722 GLoa din g:Maximum load:
209 kg (461 lb) (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measure
d on col d
tires):Up to 90 kg (198 lb) load:
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)
90 kg (198 lb) load - maximum load: 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: 16M/C x MT3.00Rear wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 16M/C x MT4.50Unifie d b rake system:Operation:
For UBS models
Activated by front brakeFront brake:Type:
Hydraulic dual disc brake
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Hydraulic single disc brake
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring:
Coil spring
Shock absorber: Hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 135 mm (5.3 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber:
Gas-hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 110 mm (4.3 in)Electrical system:System voltage:
12 V
Ignition system: TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:YTX20L-BS
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Specifications
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Voltage, capacity:12 V, 18.0 Ah (10 HR)Hea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
H4, 60.0 W/55.0 W x 1
Brake/tail light:
21.0 W/5.0 W × 2
Front turn signal light: 21.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light: 21.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
5.0 W × 1
License plate light: 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
Fuse(s):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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Index
AAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-14
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-32BBattery .................................................. 6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating........................................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-24
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-20
Brake lever............................................ 3-12
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-18
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 ........... 6-17
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 serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-10
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-5FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-19 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 ................................................... 3-15
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-13
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29
HHandlebar switches ............................. 3-10
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-30
Helmet holder....................................... 3-16
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-10IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-19
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 ............................. 3-4
OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PPanel, removing and installing ................ 6-8
Parking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Pass switch........................................... 3-10RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-25
RESET switch ....................................... 3-11
Rider seat.............................................. 3-16SSafety information................................... 1-1
SELECT switch ..................................... 3-11
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................. 3-12
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 ................... 6-34
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-26TThrottle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-23
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-15
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-35
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