Yamaha V-star 1300 2008 - User Manual

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3D8-28199-12

XVS13AY(C)

OWNER’S MANUAL

Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.

LIT-11626-22-22

Main Page

Important Manual Information4
Table of Contents6
Location of Important Labels8
Safety Information10
Description14
Left View14
Right View15
Controls and Instruments16
Instrument and Control Functions17
Main Switch/Steering Lock17
Indicator and Warning Lights18
Multi-Function Meter Unit20
Handlebar Switches23
Clutch Lever24
Shift Pedal24
Brake Lever25
Brake Pedal25
Fuel Tank Cap25
Fuel26
Catalytic Converter27
Rider Seat28
Helmet Holder29
Adjusting the Shock Absorber Assembly29
Sidestand30
Ignition Circuit Cut-Off System31
For Your Safety - Pre-Operation Checks33
Pre-Operation Check List34
Operation and Important Riding Points36
Starting the Engine36
Shifting37
Engine Break-In38
Parking39
Periodic Maintenance and Adjustment40
Owner's Tool Kit41
Periodic Maintenance Chart for the Emission Control System42
General Maintenance and Lubrication Chart43
Removing and Installing the Panel48
Checking the Spark Plugs48
Canister (for California Only)50
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Cartridge50
Coolant53
Replacing the Air Filter Element54
Checking the Throttle Cable Free Play55
Valve Clearance55
Tires56
Cast Wheels57
Adjusting the Clutch Lever Free Play58
Adjusting the Brake Lever Free Play59
Adjusting the Rear Brake Light Switch59
Checking the Front and Rear Brake Pads60
Checking the Brake Fluid Level60
Changing the Brake Fluid61
Drive Belt Slack62
Checking and Lubricating the Cables62
Checking and Lubricating the Throttle Grip and Cable63
Checking and Lubricating the Brake and Shift Pedals63
Checking and Lubricating the Brake and Clutch Levers64
Checking and Lubricating the Sidestand64
Lubricating the Swingarm Pivots65
Lubricating the Rear Suspension65
Checking the Front Fork65
Checking the Steering66
Checking the Wheel Bearings66
Battery67
Replacing the Fuses68
Replacing the Headlight Bulb69
Replacing the Tail/Brake Light Bulb71
Replacing a Front Turn Signal Light Bulb71
Replacing a Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb72
Replacing the License Plate Light Bulb72
Supporting the Motorcycle73
Troubleshooting74
Troubleshooting Charts75
Motorcycle Care and Storage77
Matte Color Caution77
Care77
Storage79
Specifications81
Consumer Information84
Identification Numbers84
Reporting Safety Defects86
Motorcycle Noise Regulation87
Maintenance Record88
Yamaha Motor90
Limited Warranty90
Yamaha Extended Service (Y.e.s.)92

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Brand	Yamaha
Model	V-star 1300 2008
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English

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