Target Audience:
Cruiser riders and touring enthusiasts seeking mid-to-large displacement V-twin performance
Segment:
Middleweight metric cruiser
Key Advantage:
Fuel-injected 80-cubic-inch V-twin with shaft drive and low maintenance requirements
Competitors:
Harley-Davidson Dyna and Suzuki Boulevard mid-size cruisers
Workshop Value:
Factory-level procedures for owners and independent shops
Engine:
1304cc liquid-cooled 60-degree V-twin
Final Drive:
Low-maintenance shaft drive
Fuel System:
Electronic fuel injection
Chassis:
Aluminum double-cradle frame
Coverage Areas:
Engine, fuel injection, chassis, electrical, brakes, final drive and bodywork
Manual Type:
Workshop / service repair manual
Technical Depth:
Full teardown, inspection, rebuild and reassembly procedures
Page Count:
N/A - not specified for this download
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Engine:
Cylinder head, cylinders, pistons, crankshaft, camshafts, valve train
Lubrication:
Oil pump, oil strainer, pressure relief and lubrication circuits
Cooling:
Radiator, coolant pump, thermostat and fan circuit
Fuel Injection:
Throttle bodies, injectors, fuel pump, ECU and sensors
Intake / Exhaust:
Air induction system, air cleaner and exhaust header replacement
Ignition:
TCI/ignition coils, pickups, spark plug service
Transmission:
Gearbox, shift mechanism and clutch overhaul
Final Drive:
Shaft drive unit and rear gear case service
Electrical:
Charging system, starter, wiring diagrams, switches and instruments
Chassis:
Front forks, rear suspension, steering and wheels
Brakes:
Front and rear hydraulic brakes, pads, calipers and master cylinders
Bodywork:
Fuel tank, side covers, seat and fender removal
Maintenance:
Scheduled service checks, adjustments and fluid changes
Diagnostics:
Fault finding charts, self-diagnostic codes and troubleshooting tables
Repair:
Step-by-step disassembly, inspection limits and reassembly torque values
Special Tools:
Listed where factory tools are required
Torque Specifications:
Fastener torque tables throughout each chapter
Specifications Tables:
Clearance, wear limit and capacity data per component
Wiring Diagrams:
Full-color circuit diagrams included
Parts Information:
Exploded views with component identification for parts reference
Illustrations:
Photographs and line drawings for every major procedure
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine Type:
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 60-degree V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement:
1304cc (79.6 cu in)
Bore x Stroke:
100.0mm x 83.0mm
Performance & Fuel System
Fuel System:
Electronic fuel injection (EFI) with dual throttle bodies
Rated Output:
N/A - not specified for this model, see factory rating in manual
Cooling:
Liquid cooling with radiator and electric fan
Ignition:
Digital TCI electronic ignition
Wheelbase:
Approximately 1640mm (64.6 in)
Overall Length:
N/A - varies by model year, see manual specification chapter
Curb Weight:
N/A - not specified for this model
Seat Height:
Approximately 710mm (28.0 in)
Fuel Capacity:
Approximately 21 liters (5.5 US gal)
Front Brake:
Dual hydraulic disc brakes
Rear Brake:
Single hydraulic disc brake
ABS:
N/A - not fitted on all model years; check your VIN
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - motorcycles are not assigned consumer crash test ratings
Lighting:
Halogen headlight with auxiliary visibility lighting
Mirrors:
Full-size cruiser mirrors
Stand Cutoff:
Side stand engine cutoff interlock
Instrumentation:
Analog speedometer and tachometer with LCD fuel and gear indicators
Fuel Injection:
ECU-managed EFI with self-diagnostic fault codes
Audio System:
N/A - not factory fitted on this model
Driver Assistance:
N/A - no electronic rider aids fitted on this model
Engine Oil:
Replace at initial break-in then every 4,000 miles (6,000 km)
Oil Filter:
Replace with each engine oil change
Air Cleaner:
Inspect every 4,000 miles, clean as required
Valve Clearance:
Check at scheduled intervals per maintenance chart
Coolant:
Replace every 2 years
Final Gear Oil:
Inspect at regular intervals, replace per schedule
Engine Oil:
SAE 10W-40 API SG or higher, JASO MA certified
Oil Capacity:
Approximately 3.9 liters with filter change
Coolant:
High-quality ethylene glycol antifreeze with corrosion inhibitors
Known Issues / Wear Items
Common Wear:
Brake pads, tires, drive shaft gear oil and battery
Inspection Points:
Throttle body synchronization and fuel injector cleanliness
Known Concern:
Check charging system connectors for corrosion on higher-mileage bikes
Manufacturer:
Yamaha Motor Company, founded 1955, Japan
Model Evolution:
V-Star line introduced in the 1990s; the 1300 debuted in 2007 as the largest fuel-injected V-Star with shaft drive
Series Position:
Flagship midweight cruiser of the Star family, later spawning Tourer and Stryker variants
Production Location:
Japan
