Yamaha XVS13AA(C), XVS13CA(C), XVS13CTA(C) (V Star 1300) 2011-2013 - Comprehensive Service & Repair Manual

Yamaha XVS13AA(C) / XVS13CTA(C) / XVS13CA(C) — Service Manual (2011–2013, LIT-11616-24-48)

Yamaha’s 2011–2013 service coverage for the XVS13 platform is clearly model-coded: XVS13AA(C), XVS13CTA(C), and XVS13CA(C) are listed on the title pages, and the specification chapter separates dimensions, capacities, and chassis details by variant (including California “(C)” versions). Expect a heavy spec spine up front (engine, chassis, electrical, torque tables, lubrication charts, cooling-system diagrams, cable routing) followed by system chapters for chassis, engine, cooling, fuel injection, and electrical.

Covered models (as labeled)

• XVS13AA(C) — model codes include 3D8D (USA) / 3D8E (California)
• XVS13CTA(C) — model codes include 5S6D (USA) / 5S6E (California)
• XVS13CA(C) — model codes include 1GP1/27D1 (USA) / 1GP2/27D2 (California)

Where the spec density is concentrated

The specifications section is broken into distinct blocks (general specs, engine specs, chassis specs, electrical specs, tightening torques, lubrication points, lubrication charts/diagrams, cooling-system diagrams, and model-specific cable routing). That layout makes it easy to confirm the exact variant and then stay inside the correct spec tables without mixing AA/CTA data with CA numbers.

Technical details called out early in the book

• Publication number: LIT-11616-24-48 (also shown as 3D8-28197-13)
• First edition noted: July 2010 (for the 2011–2013 coverage set)
• FI system description includes regulated fuel pressure at 324 kPa (46.1 psi)
• Engine architecture listed as liquid-cooled 4-stroke SOHC, V-type 2-cylinder
• Displacement specified as 1304 cm³ with 100.0 × 83.0 mm bore/stroke
• Variant-separated fuel tank capacities: 18.5 L (AA/CTA) vs 15.0 L (CA)
• 12V electrical system with defined outputs and coil/resistance baselines

Numbers you can match at a glance

• Fuel-injection pressure regulator setpoint: 324 kPa (46.1 psi)
• Standard compression pressure (sea level): 1450 kPa @ 400 r/min (206.2 psi)
• Compression window: 1200–1500 kPa (170.7–213.3 psi)
• Radiator capacity (all routes): 2.10 L; reservoir to MAX: 0.45 L
• Fuel pump output pressure: 392.0 kPa (56.8 psi); max draw 4.6 A
• Charging output: 14.0 V, 32.9 A @ 5000 r/min (460 W)

Compact technical table

Variant-separated chassis baselines (AA/CTA vs CA)

General and chassis specification pages distinguish the models with different dimensional and hardware baselines (overall length/width/height, wheelbase, seat height, weights, and brake configuration). Example split points include dual front discs (AA/CTA) vs single front disc (CA), plus distinct rim and tire sizing by variant.

Electronics coverage signals (FI + ECU + electrical specs)

Fuel injection is described with a sensor/ECU map (TPS, crank position, intake pressure, air temp, coolant temp, O₂ sensor, lean angle, speed sensor) and the electrical specification section provides measurable anchors (system voltage, ignition type, regulated voltage, coil resistances, battery spec). For buyers who want model-correct FI/electrical documentation alongside mechanical sections, that combination is a strong scope indicator.