2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1300 Owners Manual - Page 6
2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1300 Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS ...1-1 SAFETY INFORMATION ...2-1 DESCRIPTION ...3-1 Left view ...3-1 Right view ...3-2 Controls and instruments...3-3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...4-1 Main switch/steering lock ...4-1 Indicator and warning lights ...4-2 Multi-function meter unit ...4-4 Handlebar switches ...4-7 Clutch lever ...4-8 Shift pedal ...4-8 Brake lever ...4-9 Brake pedal ...4-9 Fuel tank cap ...4-9 Fuel ...4-10 Catalytic converter ...4-11 Rider seat ...4-12 Helmet holder ...4-13 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ...4-13 Sidestand ...4-14 Ignition circuit cut-off system ...4-15 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS ...6-1 Starting the engine ...6-1 Shifting ...6-2 Engine break-in ...6-3 Parking ...6-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ...7-1 Owner's tool kit ...7-2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ...7-3 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...7-4 Removing and installing the panel ...7-9 Checking the spark plugs ...7-9 Canister (for California only) ...7-11 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...7-11 Coolant ...7-14 Replacing the air filter element ...7-15 Checking the throttle cable free play ...7-16 Valve clearance ...7-16 Tires ...7-17 Cast wheels ...7-18 FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1 Pre-operation check list ...5-2 Adjusting the clutch lever free play ...7-19 Adjusting the brake lever free play ...7-20 Adjusting the rear brake light switch ...7-20 Checking the front and rear brake pads ...7-21 Checking the brake fluid level ...7-21 Changing the brake fluid ...7-22 Drive belt slack ...7-23 Checking and lubricating the cables ...7-23 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ...7-24 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals ...7-24 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ...7-25 Checking and lubricating the sidestand ...7-25 Lubricating the swingarm pivots ...7-26 Lubricating the rear suspension ...7-26 Checking the front fork ...7-26 Checking the steering ...7-27 Checking the wheel bearings ...7-27 Battery ...7-28 Replacing the fuses ...7-29 Replacing the headlight bulb ...7-30