2018 YAMAHA FJR1300AE clutch

Table of contents
Safety 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
Cruise control system .....................3-6
Multi-function meter unit .................3-9
D-mode (drive mode) ....................3-22
Handlebar switches.......................3-22
Clutch lever ...................................3-24
Shift pedal .....................................3-24
Brake lever ....................................3-25
Brake pedal ...................................3-25
ABS ...............................................3-26
Traction control system.................3-27
Fuel tank cap.................................3-28
Fuel................................................3-29
Fuel tank overflow hose ................3-30
Catalytic converters .....................3-31
Seats .............................................3-31
Adjusting the rider seat height ......3-33
Storage compartments .................3-35
Accessory box...............................3-36
Adjusting the headlight beams......3-37
Handlebar position ........................3-37
Opening and closing the cowling vents ..........................................3-38
Rear view mirrors ..........................3-39
Adjusting the front and rear
suspension.................................3-40
Sidestand ......................................3-44
Ignition circuit cut-off system........3-45
Auxiliary DC jack ..........................3-47
Cornering lights .............................3-48 For your safety – pre-operation
checks
............................................... 4-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 5-1
Starting the engine.......................... 5-2
Shifting ............................................ 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption................................ 5-4
Engine break-in ............................... 5-5
Parking ............................................ 5-6
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 ...... 6-7
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Canister......................................... 6-11
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-11
Final gear oil.................................. 6-14
Coolant ......................................... 6-16
Cleaning the air filter element ....... 6-17
Checking the engine idling
speed......................................... 6-19
Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-19
Valve clearance ............................. 6-20
Tires .............................................. 6-20
Cast wheels .................................. 6-23
Clutch lever ................................... 6-23
Checking the brake lever free play ............................................ 6-24
Brake light switches ...................... 6-24
Checking the front and rear brake pads................................. 6-25
Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels .................................. 6-26
Changing the brake and clutch fluids .......................................... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-28
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Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-28
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-29
Checking and lubricating the centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-30
Checking the front fork................. 6-30
Checking the steering................... 6-31
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-31
Battery .......................................... 6-32
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-33
Vehicle lights ................................ 6-35
Troubleshooting............................ 6-35
Troubleshooting charts................. 6-36
Motorcycle care an d stora ge.......... 7-1
Matte color caution ........................ 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ........................................... 7-4
Specifications ................................... 8-1
Consumer information ..................... 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
Diagnostic connector ..................... 9-2
In dex ................................................ 10-1
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Description
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Controls and instruments
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-24)
2. Rear view mirror (page 3-39)
3. Left handlebar switches (page 3-22)
4. Clutch fluid reservoir (page 6-26)
5. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-9)
6. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
7. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-26)
8. Right handlebar switches (page 3-22)
9. Brake lever (page 3-25)
10.Throttle grip (page 6-19)
11.Grip warmer (page 3-12)
12.Headlight beam adjusting knob (page 3-37)
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Instrument and control functions
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Apply the front or rear brake.
 Disengage the clutch.
Push the power switch to turn off the
cruise control system. The “ ” indica-
tor light and the “SET” indicator light
will go off.
TIP
Traveling speed decreases as soon as
the cruise control system is deactivat-
ed; unless the throttle grip is turned.
Usin g the resume function
Push the “RES+” side of the cruise
control setting switch to reactivate the
cruise control system. The traveling
speed will return to the previously set
cruising speed. The “SET” indicator
light will come on.
WARNING
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It is d angerous to use the resume
function when the previously set
cruisin g speed is too hi gh for current
con ditions.
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Pushing the power switch while the
system is operating will turn the system
off completely and erase the previously set cruising speed. You will not be able
to use the resume function until a new
cruising speed has been set.
Automatic deactivation of the cruise
control system
The cruise control system for this mod-
el is electronically controlled and is
linked with the other control systems.
The cruise control system will auto-
matically become deactivated under
the following conditions:
 The cruise control system is not
able to maintain the set cruising
speed.
 Wheel slip or wheel spin is detect-
ed. (If the traction control system
has not been turned off, the trac-
tion control system will work.)
 The start/engine stop switch is set
to the “ ” position.
 The engine stalls.
 The sidestand is lowered.
When traveling with a set cruising
speed, if the cruise control system is
deactivated under the above condi-
tions, the “ ” indicator light will go off
and the “SET” indicator light will flash
for 4 seconds, and then go off.
When not traveling with a set cruising
speed, if the start/engine stop switch is
set to the “ ” position, the engine
stalls, or the sidestand is lowered, then
the “ ” indicator light will go off (the
“SET” indicator light will not flash).
If the cruise control system is automat-
ically deactivated, please stop and
confirm that your vehicle is in good op-
erating condition.
Before using the cruise control system
again, activate it using the power
switch.
1. Closed position
2. Cruise control cancel direction
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Instrument and control functions
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Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located on the left
side of the handlebar. To disengage
the clutch, pull the lever toward the
handlebar grip. To engage the clutch,
release the lever. The lever should be
pulled rapidly and released slowly for
smooth clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch lever position adjusting dial. To
adjust the distance between the clutch
lever and the handlebar grip, turn the
adjusting dial while holding the lever
pushed away from the handlebar grip.
Make sure that the appropriate setting
on the adjusting dial is aligned with the
arrow mark on the clutch lever.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See page
3-45.)
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Shift pe dal
The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the motorcycle and is used in
combination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 6-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.
1. Clutch lever
2. Clutch lever position adjusting dial
3. Arrow mark
4. Distance between clutch lever and handle-
bar grip
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1. Shift pedal
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Instrument and control functions
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Ig nition circuit cut-off system
The ignition circuit cut-off system
(comprising the sidestand switch,
clutch switch and neutral switch) has
the following functions.
 It prevents starting when the
transmission is in gear and the
sidestand is up, but the clutch le-
ver is not pulled.
 It prevents starting when the
transmission is in gear and the
clutch lever is pulled, but the side-
stand is still down.
 It cuts the running engine when
the transmission is in gear and the
sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
ignition circuit cut-off system accord-
ing to the following procedure.
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Instrument and control functions
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2.
Make sure that the start/engine stop
switch is set to “ ”.
3. Turn the key on.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5.
Push the “ ” side of the start/engine
stop switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12.
Push the “ ” side of the
start/engine stop switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The motorcycle can
be ridden.
The neutral switch may not be working
correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden
until checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may not be
working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden
until checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may not be working
correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden
until checked by a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
The vehicle must be placed on the centerstand during this inspection.
If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha dealer check the system
before riding.
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
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Clutch• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic
system.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-23,
6-26
Throttle grip • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip
free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. 6-19,
6-28
Control ca bles • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.
6-28
Wheels an d tires •Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. 6-20,
6-23
Brake an d shift pe dals • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary. 6-29
Brake an d clutch le-
vers • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
6-29
Centerstan d, si de-
stan d • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.
6-30
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.
• Tighten if necessary. —
Instruments, li ghts,
si gnals an d switches • Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.
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Si destan d switch • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer
check vehicle. 3-44
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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