Yamaha Star XVS13CG 2015 User manual

DIC183
27D-28199-15
XVS13CG
XVS13CGC
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
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Readthis manual carefully before operatingthis vehicle. This manual shouldstay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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Introduction
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha XVS13CG / XVS13CGC. This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast expe-
rience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of crafts-
manship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If you
have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable
at the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation
of the motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention
to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and
this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please readthis manual andthe “YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS” booklet carefully before operating
this motorcycle. Do not attempt to operate this motorcycle until you have attainedadequate knowledge of its con-
trols andoperatingfeatures. Regular inspections andcareful maintenance, alongwith goodoperatingtechniques,
will help ensure that you safely enjoy the capabilities andreliability of this motorcycle.
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Important manual information
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is usedto alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoidpossible injury
or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, couldresult in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoiddamage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP
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Important manual information
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XVS13CG / XVS13CGC
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2015 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st edition, April 2015
All rights reserved.
Any reprintingor unauthorizeduse
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
is expressly prohibited.
Printedin Japan.
P/N LIT-11626-29-14
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