2020 YAMAHA FJR1300AE battery

Periodic maintenance and adjustment
6-33
6Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quick-
ly if the vehicle is equipped with op-
tional electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16522
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.
To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the
battery, be sure to turn the main
switch off, then disconnect the
negative lead before discon-
necting the positive lead.
[ECA16304]
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully char-
ge it if necessary.3. Fully charge the battery before
installation. NOTICE: When in-
stalling the battery, be sure to
turn the main switch off, then
connect the positive lead before
connecting the negative lead.
[ECA16842]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
6-37
6
EAU86390
Troubleshooting chart
1. FuelThere is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
Try starting the
engine.
The engine does not
start.
Check the battery.
Wipe off with a dry
cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or
replace the spark
plug(s).
Check the battery
lead connections,
and charge the
battery if necessary.
2. BatteryThe battery is good.
The engine does not
start.
Check the ignition.
3. IgnitionWet
Dry
There is compression.
There is no
compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not
start.
Check the
compression.Have a Yamaha
dealer check the
vehicle.
Remove the spark
plug and check
the electrodes.
Operate the electric
starter.
Try starting the
engine.
Check the fuel level
in the fuel tank.
4. Compression
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Motorcycle care and storage
7-5
78. Check and correct the tire air
pressure, and then lift the vehicle
so that all wheels are off the
ground. Otherwise, turn the
wheels a little once a month in or-
der to prevent the tires from be-
coming degraded in one spot.
9. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
10. Remove the battery and fully char-
ge it, or attach a maintenance
charger to keep the battery opti-
mally charged. NOTICE: Confirm
that the battery and its charger
are compatible. Do not charge a
VRLA battery with a convention-
al charger.
[ECA26330]
TIP
If the battery will be removed,
charge it once a month and store
it in a temperate location between
0-30 °C (32-90 °F).
See page 6-32 for more informa-
tion on charging and storing the
battery.
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Specifications
8-2
8
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
180/55ZR17M/C(73W)
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BT023R E
Loading:
Maximum load:
212 kg (467 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)
Unified brake system:
Operation:
Activated by rear brake
Front brake:
Type:
Hydraulic dual disc brake
Rear brake:
Type:
Hydraulic single disc brake
Front suspension:
Type:
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Electrical system:
System voltage:
12 V
Battery:
Model:
GT14B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 12.0 Ah (10 HR)
Bulb wattage:
Headlight:
LED
Brake/tail light:
LED
Front turn signal light:
LED
Rear turn signal light:
LED
Auxiliary light:
LED
License plate light:
LED
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10-1
10
Index
A
ABS ....................................................... 3-25
ABS warning light ................................... 3-4
Accessory box ...................................... 3-35
Air filter element, cleaning .................... 6-18
Auxiliary DC jack ................................... 3-44
B
Battery .................................................. 6-32
Brake and clutch fluid levels,
checking ............................................. 6-26
Brake and clutch fluids, changing ........ 6-28
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-29
Brake lever ............................................ 3-24
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-24
Brake light switches.............................. 6-25
Brake pedal........................................... 3-25
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-28
Canister................................................. 6-11
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-30
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-30
Clutch lever ................................. 3-23, 6-24
Coolant ................................................. 6-16
Cornering lights .................................... 3-47
Cowling vents, opening and closing ..... 3-37
Cruise control indicator lights ................. 3-4
Cruise control switches ........................ 3-23
Cruise control system ............................. 3-6
D
Data recording, vehicle ........................... 9-3
Diagnostic connector.............................. 9-2
Dimmer/Pass switch ............................. 3-22
D-mode (drive mode) ............................ 3-21
E
Engine break-in....................................... 5-1
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-19
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-11
Engine overheating ............................... 6-38
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
F
Final gear oil.......................................... 6-15
Front and rear brake pads, checking.... 6-25
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-31
Fuel ....................................................... 3-28Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-5
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-28
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 3-30
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-34
H
Handlebar position, adjusting .............. 3-37
Handlebar switches .............................. 3-22
Hazard switch....................................... 3-22
Headlight beams, adjusting.................. 3-36
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-3
Horn switch .......................................... 3-22
I
Identification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system............... 3-45
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light.......... 3-5
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-3
M
Main switch/steering lock....................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control
system.................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Menu switch ......................................... 3-23
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-9
N
Neutral indicator light ............................. 3-3
O
Oil level warning light ............................. 3-4
P
Panels, removing and installing.............. 6-7
Parking ................................................... 5-6
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
R
Rear view mirrors ................................. 3-39
Rider seat height, adjusting.................. 3-32
S
Safety information .................................. 1-1
Seats .................................................... 3-31
Select switch ........................................ 3-23
Shifting ................................................... 5-4
Shift pedal ............................................ 3-24
Sidestand ............................................. 3-45
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 6-10
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-2
Steering, checking................................ 6-31
Stop/Run/Start switch .......................... 3-22
Storage ................................................... 7-4
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