2016 YAMAHA XVS1300CU steering

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
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-1
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-2
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-4
Handlebar switches ........................ 3-8
Clutch lever .................................... 3-9
Shift pedal .................................... 3-10
Brake lever.................................... 3-10
Brake pedal .................................. 3-10
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-11
Fuel ............................................... 3-11
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......................................... 3-13
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-13
Seat .............................................. 3-14
Helmet holder ............................... 3-15
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ................................... 3-15
Sidestand ..................................... 3-16
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-17 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 kits ............................. 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Removing and installing the
panel ............................................ 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-10
Coolant.......................................... 6-13
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-14
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 6-15
Valve clearance ............................. 6-15
Tires .............................................. 6-15
Cast wheels................................... 6-17 Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 6-17
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 fluid level ...... 6-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-21
Drive belt slack ............................. 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-23
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ............... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-24
Checking and lubricating the sidestand................................... 6-25
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-25
Lubricating the swingarm pivots......................................... 6-25
Checking the front fork ................. 6-26
Checking the steering................... 6-26
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-27
Battery .......................................... 6-27
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-28
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-30
Replacing the auxiliary light bulb .......................................... 6-31U2SSE2E0.book Page 1 Monday, July 20, 2015 2:28 PM

Safety information
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tents, can create unstable han-
dling or a slow steering re-
sponse.
 This vehicle is not desi gne d to
pull a trailer or to be attached to
a si decar.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle
is an important decision. Genuine
Yamaha accessories, which are avail- able only from a Yamaha dealer, have
been designed, tested, and approved
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
Many companies with no connection
to Yamaha manufacture parts and ac-
cessories or offer other modifications
for Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in
a position to test the products that
these aftermarket companies produce.
Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
dorse nor recommend the use of ac-
cessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer. Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, an
d
Mo difications
While you may find aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accesso-
ries or modifications are not suitable
because of potential safety hazards to
you or others. Installing aftermarket
products or having other modifications
performed to your vehicle that change
any of the vehicle’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and others
at greater risk of serious injury or
death. You are responsible for injuries
related to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.  Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the per-
formance of your motorcycle.
Carefully inspect the accessory
before using it to make sure that it
does not in any way reduce
ground clearance or cornering
clearance, limit suspension travel, steering travel or control opera-
tion, or obscure lights or reflec-
tors.
• Accessories fitted to the han- dlebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improp-
er weight distribution or aerody-
namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be as
lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.
• Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle due to aerody-
namic effects. Wind may at-
tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become
unstable in cross winds. These
accessories may also cause in-
stability when passing or being
passed by large vehicles.
• Certain accessories can dis- place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the
freedom of movement of the
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Description
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Controls and instruments
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-9)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-8)
3. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-4)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-8)
7. Throttle grip (page 6-15)
8. Brake lever (page 3-10)
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Instrument and control functions
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Main switch/steerin g lockThe main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
EAU48421
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight, li-
cense plate lights and auxiliary light
come on, and the engine can be start-
ed. The key cannot be removed.TIPThe headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays
on until the key is turned to “OFF”,
even if the engine stalls.
EAU10662
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10062
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is movin g.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
b e switche d off, which may result in
loss of control or an acci dent.
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LOCK
The steering is locked and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved. To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. With the key in the “OFF” position, push the key in and turn it to
“LOCK”.
3. Remove the key.TIPIf the steering will not lock, try turning
the handlebars back to the right slight-
ly.1. Push.
2. Turn.12
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Instrument and control functions
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To unlock the steering
1. Insert the key.
2. With the key in the “LOCK” posi-
tion, push the key in and turn it to
“OFF”.
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(Parkin g)
The hazard lights and turn signal lights
can be turned on, but all other electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
NOTICE
ECA20760
Usin g the hazar d or turn si gnal lig hts
for an exten ded len gth of time may
cause the b attery to discharge.
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In dicator li ghts an d warnin g
lig hts
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Turn si gnal in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light flashes when a turn
signal light is flashing.
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Neutral in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
2. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
5. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
6. Oil level warning light “ ”
7. Fuel level warning light “ ”
4567
321
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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10 *Swin garm • Check operation and for exces-
sive play. √√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
11 *Drive belt • Check belt condition.
• Replace if damaged.
• Check belt tension.
• Make sure that the rear wheel is
properly aligned. Every 4000 km (2500 mi)
12 *Steerin g b earin gs • Check bearing play and steering
for roughness. √√√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
13 *Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened. √√√√√
14 Brake lever pivot
shaft • Lubricate with silicone grease.
√√√√√
15 Brake ped
al pivot
shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
16 Clutch lever pivot
shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
17 Shift pe
dal pivot
shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
18 Si destan d • Check operation.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
19 *Sidestan d switch • Check operation. √√√√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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Checkin g the front forkThe condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the con dition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoi d injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
NOTICE
ECA10591
If any d amage is foun d or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23285
Checkin g the steerin gWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Raise the front wheel off the ground. (See page 6-32.)
WARNING! To avoi d injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
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Consumer information
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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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