Yamaha FJ1100/FJ1200 Service Manual Set, 1984–1993 (P/N LIT-11616-04-08)
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Yamaha Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: FJ1100, FJ1200
Sub-models / Variants: FJ1100L (50H), FJ1100LC (47M), FJ1200S (1UX), FJ1200SC (1WJ), FJ1200W (3SK1), FJ1200WC (3SK2), FJ1200B (4AH1), FJ1200BC (4AH2)
Model Years: 1984–1993 (1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993)
Serial Numbers: Starting VINs — FJ1100L: JYA50H00*EA000101, FJ1100LC: JYA47M00*EA000101; FJ1200S: JYA1UX00*GA000101, FJ1200SC: JYA1WJ00*GA000101; FJ1200W: JYA3SKE0*KA000101, FJ1200WC: JYA3SKC0*KA008101; FJ1200B: JYA4AHE0*MA000101, FJ1200BC: JYA4AHC0*MA003101
Engine Serial Numbers: Starting numbers — FJ1100L: 50H-000101, FJ1100LC: 47M-000101; FJ1200S: 1UX-000101, FJ1200SC: 1WJ-000101; FJ1200W: 3SK-000101, FJ1200WC: 3SK-008101; FJ1200B: 4AH-000101, FJ1200BC: 4AH-003101
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Engine idle speed: 1,000 ± 50 r/min (FJ1100L/LC, FJ1200S/SC); 1,050–1,150 r/min (FJ1200W/WC, FJ1200B/BC)
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Valve clearance (intake, cold): 0.11–0.15 mm (0.0043–0.0059 in)
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Valve clearance (exhaust, cold): 0.16–0.20 mm (0.0063–0.0079 in)
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Compression pressure (standard, FJ1100L/LC, at sea level): 980 kPa (142 psi)
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Engine oil capacity (no filter): 3.0 L
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Engine oil capacity (with filter): 3.35 L
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Fork oil capacity (each): 424 cm³ (14.3 US oz) for FJ1100L/LC and FJ1200S/SC; 395 cm³ (13.4 US oz) for FJ1200W/WC; 446 cm³ (15.08 US oz) for FJ1200B/BC
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Spark plug gap: 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
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Main fuse rating: 30A
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Rear axle nut torque: 150 Nm (110 ft-lb) for FJ1100L/LC, FJ1200S/SC and FJ1200W/WC; 155 Nm (112 ft-lb) for FJ1200B/BC
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Transmission: Constant mesh, 5-speed
Yamaha Manual Features & Selected Content Preview
| Publication | Pages |
|---|---|
| Yamaha FJ1100L/LC Service Manual — P/N LIT-11616-04-08 | 300 |
| Yamaha FJ1200S/SC Supplementary Service Manual — P/N LIT-11616-05-00, December 1985 | 66 |
| Yamaha FJ1200W/WC Supplementary Service Manual — P/N LIT-11616-06-94, January 1989 | 75 |
| Yamaha FJ1200B/BC Supplementary Service Manual — P/N LIT-11616-07-80, September 1990 | 58 |
| FJ1100/1200 (L-D) compilation cover — P/N LIT-11616-FJ-01 | 1 |
The FJ1200 supplements depend on the base manual and preceding supplements for unchanged procedures. Using the applicable publications together helps match service checks, wiring, and parts-selection references to the version being repaired.
PDF Bookmarks and Wiring Detail
Search and navigation: The service pages are not text-searchable. Chapter and section bookmarks cover the base manual and all three supplements; the “Back to Index” bookmark points to a separate file that is not included. Small wire-color and connector labels in the full wiring diagrams require zooming.
The ZIP contains one printable PDF with 500 pages. That total includes the compilation cover, three supplement covers, three back covers, three memo pages, four blank section pages, and one additional nontechnical page.
Engine Overhaul, Chassis Repair, and Electrical Testing
The following highlights are a selection from the included publications. Other topics include headlight adjustment and switch-continuity checks.
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Engine and transmission: Step-by-step engine removal, cylinder-head and camshaft work, piston/cylinder inspection, clutch and oil-pump service, crankcase separation, and transmission teardown.
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Carburetor service: Mikuni four-carburetor disassembly, inspection, reassembly, float-height and fuel-level adjustment, and carburetor synchronization.
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Brakes and final drive: Wheel and drive-chain service, caliper and master-cylinder overhaul, brake bleeding, and hydraulic-clutch master and release-cylinder repair.
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Suspension and steering: Front-fork disassembly and inspection, anti-dive diagnosis, steering-head service, and Monocross shock, swingarm, and relay-arm work.
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Electrical fault finding: Starting-circuit cut-off checks, charging and ignition tests, lighting and signal troubleshooting, and model-specific fuel-system diagnosis.
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Factory reference data: Torque tables, fluid capacities, wear limits, clearance data, electrical test specifications, exploded assemblies, and cable and hose routing.
Yamaha wrote these publications primarily for dealers and qualified mechanics, assuming an existing understanding of motorcycle repair concepts and procedures.
Engine Bench Work and Periodic Service
Valve work extends to guide replacement, seat recutting, and lapping. Reassembly coverage includes cam-chain timing, component-specific tightening sequences, sealant locations, and lubrication callouts.
Bearing selection: Main- and connecting-rod-bearing color codes are tied to crankcase, crankshaft, and connecting-rod markings. The associated measurement procedures explain how bearing clearances are checked before selecting replacements.
Periodic inspection sections cover valve-clearance measurement and pad selection, ignition-timing and compression checks, oil and filter changes, and battery and lighting inspection. The air-cooled engine coverage includes the oil-cooler assembly and lubrication paths.
Tool references include the YM-33966 tappet adjusting tool, YM-91042 clutch holder, and YU-33210 Plastigage set. The camshaft procedures warn that incorrect cap loading can bend or damage the No. 3 caps.
Fuel Controls and Electrical Differences
FJ1200S/SC: The supplement adds revised cowling procedures, fuel-reserve circuit diagnosis, and digital-clock checks. California-specific coverage includes canister inspection, carburetor air-vent control-valve testing, and hose routing.
FJ1200W/WC: Digital ignition and electric-starting troubleshooting accompany fuel-pump circuit and relay tests. Separate fault charts distinguish a pump that fails after engine startup from a failure of its timed initial operation, helping isolate supply, wiring, relay, and pump faults.
FJ1200B/BC: Revised engine mounting, wheel and brake assemblies, suspension details, and electrical layouts accompany sealed maintenance-free battery inspection and charging charts.
The electrical sections reference the YU-03112 pocket tester and YM-34487 dynamic spark tester. Drawing examples include the FJ1100L/LC Circuit Diagram, FJ1200B/BC Wiring Diagram, carburetor section views, transmission exploded view, Lubrication Diagram, and California Canister Hose Routing.
Fork, Anti-Dive, and Rear-Suspension Limits
Fork procedures identify the seals, plate washers, bushings, and oil-lock valve that can be damaged during separation. The FJ1100 plunger-case cautions also explain how mineral-oil contamination can damage the actuator O-ring and cause brake-fluid leakage.
Rear-shock coverage includes removal, inspection, replacement, and remote-adjuster setup. The FJ1100 shock absorber and anti-dive valve assembly are replaced as units rather than internally rebuilt.
Chassis tool references include the YM-01326 T-handle, YM-01388 damper-rod holder, and YU-33975 steering ring-nut wrench. Engine removal, brake and hydraulic work, fuel-system service, and spring-loaded suspension repair require secure support, correct tools, and verification of the model-specific section before disassembly.
Examples of Wear Limits and Ignition Test Data
For FJ1100L/LC bench inspection, the cylinder-head warpage limit is 0.03 mm (0.0012 in), and the clutch friction-plate wear limit is 2.8 mm (0.11 in).
The FJ1200B/BC electrical specifications identify the CM12-35 ignition coil and give a primary-winding resistance of 1.8–2.2 Ω at 20°C (68°F), alongside the related ignition-system test data.
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