CHAPTER 1-GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Warnings, cautions and notes / Safety / Serial numbers / Fasteners / Shop supplies / Tools / Measuring tools / Electrical system fundamentals / Service methods / Storage / Specifications
CHAPTER 2 - TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine starting / Engine will not start / Engine performance / Engine noises / Engine lubrication / Cylinder leakdown test / Clutch / Transmission and shift mechanism / Fuel system / Fuel pump troubleshooting / Electrical testing / Electrical troubleshooting / Cooling system troubleshooting / Front suspension and steering / Brake
CHAPTER 3 - MAINTENANCE, LUBRICATION and TUNE-UP
Maintenance schedule / Cylinder numbering and engine rotation / Tune-up / Air filter / Engine compression test / Ignition timing inspection / Valve clearance / Spark plugs / Engine oil / Clutch cable free play / Shift pedal height / Fuel and exhaust systems / Throttle valve synchronization / Throttle cable free play / Control cable lubrication / Ignition and starting cutoff systems / Cooling system / Tires and wheels / Front fork / Steering head / Rear suspension / Drive belt / Brakes / Sidestand / General lubrication / Fasteners / Specifications
CHAPTER 4 - ENGINE TOP END
Finished covers / Cylinder head cover / Cam chain tensioner / Camshaft carrier / Cylinder head / Valves and valve components / Cylinder block / Pistons and rings / Specifications
CHAPTER 5 - ENGINE LOWER END
Engine / Inspection plugs / Alternator cover / Flywheel and starter gears / Starter clutch / Balancer assembly / Cam chain and chain guides / Oil/water pump drive assembly / Oil/water pump / Crankcase / Crankshaft / Connecting rods / Break-in / Specifications
CHAPTER 6 - CLUTCH and PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR
Clutch cover / Clutch release mechanism / Clutch cable / Clutch / Primary drive gear cover / Primary drive gear / Specifications
CHAPTER 7 - TRANSMISSION and SHIFT MECHANISM
Shift pedal/floorboard assembly / Engine pulley cover / Engine pulley and housing / External shift mechanism / Internal shift mechanism / Transmission / Specifications
CHAPTER 8 - FUEL/AIR, EMISSIONS and EXHAUST SYSTEMS
Frame neck covers / Fuel tank / Fuel valve / Fuel level sender / Subtank / Fuel pump / Fuel pump relay / Air filter housing / Throttle body / Throttle position (TP) sensor / Intake manifold / Fuel injector / Air temperature (AT) sensor / Intake air pressure (IAP) sensor / Lean angle sensor / Oxygen (O2) sensor / Electronic control unit (ECU) / Throttle cable / Evaporative emissions control system / (California models) / Exhaust system / On-board diagnostic system / Specifications
br> CHAPTER 9 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electrical component replacement / Electrical connectors / Battery / Battery box / Charging system / Stator assembly / Voltage regulator/rectifier / Ignition system / Spark plug cap / Ignition coil / Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor / Starting system / Starter / Starter relay / Relay bracket / Relay unit / Diode 1 / Diode 2 (2007-2009 models) / Light bulbs / Headlight / Headlight relay / Tail/brake light assembly / License plate light / Turn signal assembly / Turn signal relay / Meter assembly / Horn / Speed sensor / Switches / Left handlebar switch / Right handlebar switch / Oil level switch / Main switch / Neutral switch / Sidestand switch / Clutch switch / Brake light switch / Fuses / Specifications
CHAPTER 10 - COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system precautions / Cooling system inspection / Hoses and hose clamps / Coolant reservoir cap cover / Coolant reservoir cover / Coolant reservoir / Coolant temperature (CT) sensor / Thermostat housing / Radiator / Radiator fan / Radiator fan relay / Water pump / Specifications
CHAPTER 11 - WHEELS and TIRES
Motorcycle stand / Brake rotor protection / Wheel inspection / Front wheel / Front hub / Front wheel bearing / Rear wheel / Rear hub / Rear wheel bearing / Wheel pulley / Wheel balance / Tubeless tires / Specifications
CHAPTER 12 - FRONT SUSPENSION and STEERING
Handlebar / Handlebar holder / Front fork / Steering stem / Steering head bearing races / Steering stem bearing / Specifications
CHAPTER 13 - REAR SUSPENSION and DRIVE BELT
Shock absorber and suspension linkage / Swing arm / Drive belt guide / Drive belt / Specifications
CHAPTER 14 - BRAKES
Brake service notes / Brake bleeding / Brake fluid draining / Brake pads / Front caliper / Front master cylinder / Rear brake caliper / Rear brake master cylinder / Brake pedal/floorboard assembly / Brake disc / Brake hose / Specifications
CHAPTER 15 - BODY and FRAME
Body panel fasteners / Rider¿s seat / Seat bracket / Passenger seat / Side covers / Left engine cover / Tool tray / Rider floorboard / Passenger footpegs / Sidestand / Front fender / Rear fender / Mudguard / Saddlebags and brackets (XVS13CT models) / Windshield assembly and bracket / (XVS13CT models) / Windshield (XVS13CT models) / Specifications
INDEX
COLOR WIRING DIAGRAMS
Models Covered
XVS13A 2007 2008 2009 2010
XVS13CT 2007 2008 2009 2010
2007-2010 YAMAHA V-Star 1300 XVS13A
2007-2010 YAMAHA V-Star 1300 XVS13CT
