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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL XJR1300C 2PN-28199-E1...
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EAU70220 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. 1450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Product: IMMOBILIZER Model: 5WM-10 Supplied by...
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EAU10103 Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the XJR1300C, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Important manual information EAU10134 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Table of contents Safety information......1-1 Sidestand ........3-21 Cast wheels ........6-18 Ignition circuit cut-off system ..3-22 Clutch lever........6-18 Description ........2-1 Checking the brake lever free Left view ......... 2-1 For your safety – pre-operation play..........6-18 Right view........2-2 checks ..........4-1 Brake light switches .....
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Table of contents Replacing the headlight bulb..6-30 Replacing the auxiliary light bulb ..........6-31 Brake/tail light .......6-32 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ..........6-33 Replacing a license plate light bulb ..........6-33 Supporting the motorcycle....6-35 Front wheel........6-35 Rear wheel........6-37 Troubleshooting ......6-38 Troubleshooting chart ....6-40 Motorcycle care and storage ..7-1 Matte color caution ......7-1 Care ..........7-1...
Safety information Never operate a motorcycle with- pears to be very effective in reduc- EAU1028B out proper training or instruction. ing the chance of this type of Take a training course. Beginners accident. Be a Responsible Owner should receive training from a cer- Therefore: As the vehicle’s owner, you are re- tified instructor.
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Safety information Many accidents involve inexperi- • Always signal before turning or Protective Apparel enced operators. In fact, many op- changing lanes. Make sure that The majority of fatalities from motorcy- erators who have been involved in other motorists can see you. cle accidents are the result of head in- ...
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Safety information Do not run engine outdoors where Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning When loading within this weight limit, All engine exhaust contains carbon engine exhaust can be drawn into keep the following in mind: Cargo and accessory weight monoxide, a deadly gas.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- performed to your vehicle that change lightweight as possible and able only from a Yamaha dealer, have any of the vehicle’s design or operation should be kept to a minimum. been designed, tested, and approved characteristics can put you and others •...
Safety information Check that the fuel cock (if operator and may limit control ability, therefore, such accesso- equipped) is in the “OFF” position ries are not recommended. and that there are no fuel leaks. Use caution when adding electri- ...
Do not expose any key to exces- cess, take the vehicle along with all three keys to a Yamaha dealer to have sively high temperatures. Do not place any key close to them re-registered. Do not use the key with the red bow for driving.
Instrument and control functions Keep other immobilizer system EAU10474 EAU38531 Main switch/steering lock keys away from the main switch All electrical circuits are supplied with as they may cause signal inter- power; the meter lighting, taillight, li- ference. cense plate light and auxiliary light come on, and the engine can be start- ed.
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Instrument and control functions The steering must be locked before the EAU10696 LOCK key can be turned to “ ”. The steering is locked and all electrical If the steering will not lock, try turning ECA11021 systems are off. The key can be re- the handlebars back to the right or left NOTICE moved.
1 2 3 4 5 6 circuit monitoring the engine. If this oc- This warning light comes on if the en- curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the 1. Left turn signal indicator light “ ” gine oil level is low.
“ON”, ECA10032 NOTICE or if the indicator light remains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical Do not operate the engine in the ta- circuit. chometer red zone. The self-diagnosis device also detects...
Instrument and control functions fuel reserve tripmeter The fuel reserve tripmeter shows the EAU4324C Multi-function display fuel meter distance traveled on the fuel reserve. clock self-diagnosis device The odometer will lock at 999999. brightness control mode ...
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If this occurs, have a and traveling 5 km (3 mi). 5. Use the reset button to set the mi- Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir- nutes. cuit. Fuel meter 6. Push the select button and then release it to start the clock.
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2. If the engine starts, turn it off and Brightness control mode note the code number, and then have try starting the engine with the a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. standard keys. The self-diagnosis device also detects 3. If one or both of the standard keys...
Instrument and control functions Right EAU1234K EAU12461 Handlebar switches Turn signal switch “ ” To signal a right-hand turn, push this Left switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand turn, push this switch to “ ”. When released, the switch returns to the cen- ter position.
Instrument and control functions EAU41701 EAU12832 The engine trouble warning light will Clutch lever come on when the key is turned to “ON” and the start switch is pushed, but this does not indicate a malfunc- tion. EAU12735 Hazard switch “ ” With the key in the “ON”...
Instrument and control functions The brake lever is equipped with a EAU12872 EAU26825 Shift pedal Brake lever brake lever position adjusting dial. To adjust the distance between the brake lever and the throttle grip, turn the ad- justing dial while holding the lever pushed away from the throttle grip.
Instrument and control functions EAU12944 EAU13075 Brake pedal Fuel tank cap The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un- less the key is in the lock. In addition, the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly closed and locked. EWA11092 WARNING Make sure that the fuel tank cap is...
Gasoline is poisonous and can cau- fuel expands when it heats up, Your Yamaha engine has been de- se injury or death. Handle gasoline heat from the engine or the sun signed to use premium unleaded gas- with care.
10% (E10). Gas- Do not park the vehicle near ohol containing methanol is not possible fire hazards such as recommended by Yamaha because it grass or other materials that can cause damage to the fuel system easily burn.
Instrument and control functions ECA10702 EAU13941 Seat NOTICE Use only unleaded gasoline. The use To remove the seat of leaded gasoline will cause unre- 1. Insert the key into the seat lock, pairable damage to the catalytic and then turn it clockwise. converter.
Instrument and control functions EAU14744 Spring preload setting: Adjusting the front fork Minimum (soft): EWA10181 WARNING Standard: Always adjust both fork legs equally, Maximum (hard): otherwise poor handling and loss of stability may result. This front fork is equipped with spring Rebound damping force preload adjusting...
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Instrument and control functions justment, it would be advisable to Rebound damping setting: check the number of clicks of each Minimum (soft): damping force adjusting mechanism 10 click(s) in direction (b)* Standard: and to modify the specifications as 5 click(s) in direction (b)* necessary.
Instrument and control functions 2. To increase the spring preload EAU43257 Adjusting the shock absorber and thereby harden the suspen- assembly sion, turn the adjusting ring in di- EWA10211 rection (a). To decrease the spring WARNING preload and thereby soften the Always adjust both shock absorber suspension, turn the adjusting ring assemblies equally, otherwise poor...
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Instrument and control functions Spring preload setting: Minimum (soft): Distance A = 0 mm (0 in) Standard: Distance A = 17 mm (0.67 in) Maximum (hard): Distance A = 28 mm (1.10 in) 3. Tighten the lock screw to the specified torque.
To obtain a precise adjustment, it is sembly yourself. Take the shock advisable to check the actual total absorber assembly to a Yamaha number of clicks or turns of each dealer for any service. damping force adjusting mechanism.
EAU15283 EAU15306 EXUP system Sidestand Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not This model is equipped with Yamaha’s The sidestand is located on the left function properly. EXUP (EXhaust Ultimate Power valve) side of the frame. Raise the sidestand system.
Instrument and control functions EAU44893 Ignition 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.
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Instrument and control functions WARNING With the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”. dealer check the system before riding.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 6-10 • Check vehicle for oil leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Front brake • Replace if necessary.
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 6-15, 6-24 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca- ble and grip housing. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 6-24 •...
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• Tighten if necessary. Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation. — and switches • Correct if necessary. • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. Sidestand switch 3-21 • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
a lean angle sensor to stop the en- The transmission is in the neutral understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. gine in case of a turnover. In this EWA10272 position.
The neutral indi- with the engine off, and do not cator light should come on. If not, tow the motorcycle for long dis- ask a Yamaha dealer to check the tances. The transmission is electrical circuit. properly lubricated only when 3.
Operation and important riding points EAU17214 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10312 WARNING Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned.
To avoid possible burns, let tivities incorrectly may increase brake components cool before your risk of injury or death during touching them. service or while using the vehicle. If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform service.
From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi). Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and tech- nical skills.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU1770M General maintenance and lubrication chart ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) √ Air filter element •...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check operation and for exces- √ √...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check operation and for oil leak- √...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Hydraulic brake and clutch service • Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid and clutch fluid levels. • Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers as well as clutch master and release cylinders, and change the brake and clutch fluids.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU18773 Removing and installing pan- The panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a panel needs to be removed and installed. 1.
1/2 turn past finger tight. However, the Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- with a wire thickness gauge and, if spark plug should be tightened to the its will cause any spark plug to slowly necessary, adjusted to specification.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Remove the engine oil filler cap, EAU65421 Engine oil and oil filter ele- the engine oil drain bolt and its ment gasket to drain the oil from the The engine oil level should be checked crankcase.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Drive sprocket cover 1. Oil filter element drain screw 1. O-ring 2. Bolt 2. Gasket 2. Oil filter element cover bolt 3. Oil filter element cover bolt 3. Oil filter element cover 6. Remove the oil filter element drain 4.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 13. Install the engine oil filter element Tightening torque: cover (together with the spring, Oil filter element drain screw: Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any washer and oil filter element) by 7 Nm (0.7 m·kgf, 5.1 ft·lbf) parts after the engine and exhaust sys- aligning the projection on the cov- tem have cooled down.
In addition, correct, immediately turn the engine 1. Bolt off and have a Yamaha dealer check the air filter check hose must be fre- 2. Right side cover the vehicle.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 2. If dirt or water is visible, remove the hose, clean it, and then install 1. Air filter element 8. Install the panel. 5. Insert a new air filter element into the air filter case. NOTICE: Make To clean the air filter check hose 1.
Therefore, it must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer is essential to maintain the tires in good at the intervals specified in the periodic condition at all times and replace them maintenance and lubrication chart.
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* Total weight of rider, passenger, car- or glass fragments in it, or if the side- surface must first be “broken go and accessories wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer in” for it to develop its optimal replace the tire immediately. characteristics.
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2. Tire air valve core ed below have been approved for this surfaces until they have been 3. Tire air valve cap with seal model by Yamaha. “broken in”. Therefore, it is ad- This model is equipped with tubeless visable before doing any high- Front tire: tires and tire air valves.
1. No brake lever free play formed or cracked wheel must be is air in the hydraulic system, have a replaced. Yamaha dealer bleed the system be- There should be no free play at the The wheel should be balanced fore operating the motorcycle.
If necessary, adjust the rear brake light switch as follows, but the front brake light switch should be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer. Turn the rear brake light switch adjust- ing nut while holding the rear brake light switch in place. To make the brake light come on earlier, turn the ad- justing nut in direction (a).
1. Minimum level mark has almost disappeared, have a Clutch Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set. 1. Minimum level mark 1. Minimum level mark The rear brake fluid reservoir is located behind panel A.
Specified brake and clutch fluid: Changing the brake and ing point of the fluid and may re- DOT 4 brake fluid clutch fluids sult in vapor lock. Have a Yamaha dealer change the EWA16001 ECA17641 WARNING brake and clutch fluids at the intervals NOTICE...
EAU3431A To check the drive chain slack To adjust the drive chain slack 1. Place the motorcycle on the side- Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- stand. justing the drive chain slack. 1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock- nut on each side of the swingarm.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Make sure that the drive chain may contain substances that EAU23026 Cleaning and lubricating the pullers are in the same position, could damage O-rings. drive chain the drive chain slack is correct, [ECA11112] The drive chain must be cleaned and drive chain moves...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU43602 Recommended lubricant: Recommended lubricant: Checking and lubricating the Lithium-soap-based grease Silicone grease brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride, and the lever pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary.
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- ce and hold it in an upright posi- be checked before each ride, and the ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal specified in the periodic maintenance...
[EWA10752] the periodic maintenance and lubrica- 2. Hold the lower ends of the front have a Yamaha dealer check or re- tion chart. If there is play in the wheel fork legs and try to move them for- pair it.
To charge the battery Electrolyte is poisonous and ge it if necessary. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- 3. Fully charge the battery before dangerous since it contains sul- installation. NOTICE: When in-...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment key is turned to “OFF”, then EAU43274 Replacing the fuses 1 2 3 4 5 6 connect the positive lead before The main fuse is located under the connecting the negative lead. seat. (See page 3-15.) [ECA16841] 4.
4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system. 1. Headlight coupler 2. Headlight bulb cover 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
6. Install the headlight unit by install- position, and then secure it with ing the screws. the bulb holder. 7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the 5. Install the bulb cover, and then headlight beam if necessary. connect the coupler.
6. Install the socket (together with If the brake/tail light does not come on, the bulb) by pushing it in. have a Yamaha dealer check it. 7. Install the cover in its original posi- tion. 8. Install the headlight unit by install- ing the screws.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU24205 EAU65451 Replacing a turn signal light Replacing a license plate light bulb bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens 1. Remove the reflector by removing by removing the screw. the nut. 1. Turn signal light bulb 3.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Remove the license plate light 7. Install the socket (together with bulb socket (together with the the bulb) by pushing it in, and then bulb) by turning it counterclock- turn it clockwise until it stops. wise, and then pulling it out.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment a jack either under each side of the EAU24351 EAU24361 Supporting the motorcycle Front wheel frame in front of the rear wheel or under Since this model is not equipped with a each side of the swingarm. centerstand, follow these precautions EAU65461 when removing the front and rear...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 2. Lift the front wheel off the ground To install the front wheel Tightening torques: according to the procedure in the 1. Lift the wheel up between the fork Wheel axle: previous section “Supporting the legs. 72 Nm (7.2 m·kgf, 52 ft·lbf) Front wheel axle pinch bolt: motorcycle”.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU25081 Rear wheel EAU65470 To remove the rear wheel EWA10822 WARNING To avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it 1. Brake caliper 1. Wheel axle falling over. 2. Brake caliper bracket 2.
3. Install the drive chain onto the rear self. However, should your motorcycle sprocket. require any repair, take it to a Yamaha 4. Connect the brake torque rod to dealer, whose skilled technicians have the brake caliper bracket by in- the necessary tools, experience, and stalling the bolt and the nut.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex- plode, causing severe injury or prop- erty damage. 6-39...
Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the compression. 4. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression.
Some models are equipped with matte colored finished parts. Be ble. Rust and corrosion can develop Cleaning sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for even if high-quality components are ECA10773 NOTICE used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un-...
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Motorcycle care and storage off any detergent residue using shield. Test the product on a plenty of water, as it is harmful small hidden part of the wind- Salt sprayed on roads in the winter to plastic parts. shield to make sure that it does may remain well into spring.
EWA11132 poorly ventilated room or cover- WARNING ing it with a tarp, while it is still Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- Contaminants on the brakes or tires wet, will allow water and humid- can cause loss of control.
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Motorcycle care and storage 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel e. Remove the spark plug caps stabilizer (if available) to prevent from the spark plugs, and then Make any necessary repairs before the fuel tank from rusting and the install the spark plugs and the storing the motorcycle.
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: 1. Vehicle identification number 1. Engine serial number The vehicle identification number is The engine serial number is stamped stamped into the steering head pipe.
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Consumer information The model label is affixed to the frame under the seat. (See page 3-15.) Re- cord the information on this label in the space provided. This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
Index Air filter element and check hose, Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-19 Neutral indicator light ......3-4 replacing and cleaning ....... 6-13 Front fork, adjusting ......3-16 Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ....6-31 Front fork, checking ......6-26 Oil level warning light......
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Index Troubleshooting ........6-38 Troubleshooting chart......6-40 Turn signal indicator lights......3-4 Turn signal light bulb, replacing....6-33 Turn signal switch ........3-9 Valve clearance........6-15 Vehicle identification number ....9-1 Wheel bearings, checking.....6-27 Wheel (front)..........6-35 Wheel (rear)...........6-37 Wheels ..........6-18 10-2...
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