2020 YAMAHA FJR1300AS shift down

Instrument and control functions
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3
EAU55592
Si destan d
The sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the sidestand
or lower it with your foot while holding
the vehicle upright.
TIP
The built-in sidestand switch is
part of the ignition circuit cut-off
system, which cuts the ignition in
certain situations. (See the follow-
ing section for an explanation of
the ignition circuit cut-off system.)
 The sidestand switch is also part
of the YCC-S system. Shifting out
of neutral is impossible when the
sidestand is down.
WARNING
EWA10242
The vehicle must not be ri dden with
the si destan d d own, or if the si de-
stan d cannot b e properly move d up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
si destan d coul d contact the g round
an d d istract the operator, resultin g
in a possib le loss of control.
Yamaha’s ig nition circuit cut-off
system has been desi gne d to assist
the operator in fulfillin g the respon-
si bility of raising the sidestan d b e-
fore startin g off. Therefore, check
this system re gularly an d have a
Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not
function properly.
EAU68773
I g nition circuit cut-off system
This system prevents engine starts un-
less the sidestand is up and the brakes
are applied. Also, it will stop the run-
ning engine should the sidestand be
lowered.
Periodically check the system via the
following procedure.
TIP
 This check is most reliable if per-
formed with a warmed-up engine.
 See pages 3-2 and 3-22 for switch
operation information.
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Instrument and control functions
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3
With the engine turned off:
1. Place vehicle on centerstand.
2. Move the sidestand down.
3. Set engine stop switch to run position.
4. Turn main switch to on position.
5. Shift transmission into neutral.
6. Apply the front or rear brake.
7. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
8. Move the sidestand up.
9. Apply the rear brake (to prevent a
TCS error).
10. Shift transmission into gear.
11. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
12. Move the sidestand up.
13. Release the brake.
14. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The motorcycle can
be ridden.
The neutral switch, a brake light switch
or the YCC-S system may not be
working.
The motorcycle should not be ridden
until checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may not be
working.
The motorcycle should not be ridden
until checked by a Yamaha dealer.
A brake light switch may not be working.
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 found, have the vehicle inspected before riding.
YES NO
YESNO
NOYES
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Operation and important ri din g points
5-4
5
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Shiftin g
Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.
The gears can be shifted using either
the shift pedal or the hand shift lever.
Refer to page 3-24 for an explanation
of the YCC-S system, to page 3-25 for
the shift pedal operation, and to page
3-26 for the hand shift lever operation.
The gear positions are shown in the il-
lustration.
TIP
To shift the transmission into the
neutral position, press the shift
pedal down repeatedly, or push the “ ” side of the hand shift lever
repeatedly until the neutral indica-
tor light comes on.
 When shifting from neutral to 1st
gear, the engine speed must be
lower than approximately 1300
r/min and the sidestand must be
up.
 Shifting up is impossible if the en-
gine speed is too low.
 Shifting down is impossible if the
engine speed is too high.
 To avoid damaging the YCC-S
clutch, the shift down indicator
light flashes when it is necessary
to downshift. If this occurs, down-
shift until the indicator light stops
flashing.
 When the stop mode function is
activated, the transmission auto-
matically shifts down when com-
ing to a stop.
NOTICE
ECA17951
Even with the transmission in the
neutral position, d o not coast for
lon g period s of time with the eng ine
off, an d d o not tow the vehicle for
lon g d istances. The transmission is
properly lu bricated only when the
en gine is runnin g. Ina dequate lu bri-
cation may d amage the transmis-
sion.
EAU73230To start out an d accelerate
1. Shift the transmission into first gear. The neutral indicator light
should go out.
2. Open the throttle gradually.
1. Gear positions
2. Shift pedal
1. Gear positions
2. Hand shift lever
2
1
2
N
1
1
2
3456
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Operation and important rid ing points
5-5
5 3. At the recommended shift points
shown in the following table, close
the throttle.
4. Shift the transmission into second gear. (Make sure not to shift the
transmission into the neutral posi-
tion.)
5. Open the throttle part way.
6. Follow the same procedure when shifting to the next higher gear.
TIP
When shifting gears in normal operat-
ing conditions, use the recommended
shift points.
EAU73240To decelerate
1. Release the throttle and apply both the front and the rear brakes
smoothly to slow the motorcycle.
2. At the recommended shift points shown in the following table, shift
to a lower gear.
3. When the motorcycle reaches 25 km/h (16 mph), the engine is about
to stall or runs roughly, use the
brakes to slow the motorcycle,
and continue to downshift as nec-
essary.
4. Once the motorcycle has stopped, the transmission can be
shifted into the neutral position.
The neutral indicator light should
come on.
WARNING
EWA17380
Improper brakin g can cause
loss of control or traction. Al-
ways use b oth brakes an d apply
them smoothly. 
Make sure that the motorcycle
and the en gine have sufficiently
slowe d b efore shiftin g to a low-
er gear. En gag in g a lower gear
when the vehicle or en gine
speed is too hi gh coul d make
the rear wheel lose traction or
the en gine to over-rev. This
coul d cause loss of control, an
acci dent an d injury. It coul d also
cause en gine or d rive train d am-
a g e.
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Operation and important ri din g points
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5
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Tips for re ducin g fuel con-
sumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follow-
ing tips to reduce fuel consumption:
 Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
 Do not rev the engine while shift-
ing down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the en-
gine.
 Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traf-
fic lights or at railroad crossings).
EAU40584
Parkin g
When parking, stop the engine by turn-
ing the main switch to “OFF”, and then
remove the key.
TIP
When the main switch is turned to
“OFF” and the transmission is in gear,
the rear wheel cannot be moved.
WARNING
EWA14524
Always stop the en gine usin g
the main switch. When the en-
g ine stop switch has been used
in an emer gency, be sure to ap-
ply the front or rear brake while
the main switch is still on, as the
clutch automatically disen gag -
es a few secon ds after the en-
g ine is turne d off, an d the rear
wheel will move freely.
 Since the en gine an d exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where ped estri-
ans or chil dren are not likely to
touch them and b e burne d.
 Do not park on a slope or on soft
groun d, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasin g the
risk of a fuel leak an d fire.
 Do not park near grass or other
flammab le materials which
mi ght catch fire.
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Index
A
ABS ...................................................... 3-27
ABS warning light ................................... 3-4
Accessory box...................................... 3-37
Air filter element ................................... 6-18
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 3-46
B
Battery .................................................. 6-31
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating .......................................... 6-28
Brake and YCC-S clutch fluid levels, checking............................................. 6-25
Brake and YCC-S clutch fluids, changing ............................................ 6-27
Brake lever ........................................... 3-26
Brake lever, checking and lubricating .......................................... 6-29
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-23
Brake light switches ............................. 6-24
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-27
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-27
Canister ................................................ 6-11
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-32
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating ................................... 6-29
Coolant ................................................. 6-16
Cornering lights .................................... 3-49
Cowling vents, opening and closing .... 3-39
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) ........................... 3-22
E
Engine break-in ...................................... 5-1
Engine idling speed, checking ............. 6-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-11
Engine overheating............................... 6-37
Engine serial number.............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light................... 3-4
F
Final gear oil ......................................... 6-15
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-24
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-30
Fuel....................................................... 3-30 Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ....... 5-6
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-30
Fuel tank overflow hose ........................ 3-32
Fuses, replacing.................................... 6-33
H
Handlebar position, adjusting ............... 3-39
Handlebar switches .............................. 3-22
Hand shift lever ..................................... 3-26
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-23
Headlight beams, adjusting .................. 3-38
High beam indicator light........................ 3-3
Horn switch........................................... 3-23
I
Identification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-47
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 .................................. 3-41
Rider seat height, adjusting .................. 3-34
S
Safety information................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-33
Select switch ........................................ 3-23
Shift down indicator light ........................ 3-5
Shifting .................................................... 5-4
Shift pedal............................................. 3-25
Sidestand .............................................. 3-47
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 6-10
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-2
Steering, checking ................................ 6-30
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