Yamaha Venture XVZ1300TF User manual

XVZ1300TF
OWNER’S MANUAL
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
5JC-28199-E2
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
PRINTED IN JAPAN
2001 · 1 - 0.3 × 1 CR
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EAU03338 INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of a Royal Star™ VENTURE®, 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.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of
your Royal Star™ VENTURE®. The owner’s manual does not only instruct you in
how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard
yourself and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the
best possible condition. If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to contact
your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put
safety first!
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the
motorcycle.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
motorcycle.
NOTE: A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTE:
_ ●This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
●Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing,
there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If you have
any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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WARNING
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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING
THIS MOTORCYCLE.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EAU03337
XVZ1300TF
OWNER’S MANUAL
© 2000 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, November 2000
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY 1
2 DESCRIPTION 2
3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 3
4 AUDIO SYSTEM 4
5 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 5
6 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 6
7 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 7
8 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 8
9 SPECIFICATIONS 9
10 CONSUMER INFORMATION 10
INDEX
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and freedom.
However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle does not ig-
nore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving value and operating condition of your motor-
cycle. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance depends on
being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of course, out of the
question. Motorcycle riders—more than car drivers—must always be at their mental and physical best.
Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and passen-
gers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant synthetic mate-
rials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet. Optimum protective
wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Although full-coverage helmets and suits, in partic-
ular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will always be vulnerable. Riders who
lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to take chances. This is even more dan-
gerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely, predictably and defensively—avoiding all
dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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