2008 Yamaha V Star 1300 XVS13AX(C)/XVS13CTX(C) Service Manual • P/N LIT-11616-21-29, edition May 2007

2008 Yamaha V Star 1300 Factory Service Manual Overview

• Covers 2008 Yamaha XVS13AX and XVS13CTX V Star 1300 models, detailing both standard and California-specific fuel injection configurations.
• Official Yamaha publication P/N LIT-11616-21-29 (First edition, May 2007).
• 418 pages of comprehensive technical documentation, including exploded-view diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Fully searchable OCR text layer allows you to instantly locate a specific torque spec or part reference.
• Workshop-ready format optimized for standard Letter and A4 printing.
• Instant download directly from your order confirmation—start your project immediately without waiting for shipping.

What the Manual Documents:

Getting accurate factory-specified data is critical for professional maintenance and deep-level diagnostics. This 2007 first-edition manual serves as the primary factory reference for the 2008 launch build. It delivers exactly what technicians and serious DIYers need to understand the mechanics of this metric cruiser and keep it running at peak performance.

The documentation breaks down all major assemblies without the guesswork. You get full operational parameters for the electronic fuel injection (EFI) system, instrument functions, and multi-function meter unit settings. From chassis overviews to cooling and fuel system layouts, every section is built for practical workshop use. Clear periodic maintenance charts and lubrication routing diagrams streamline your standard service routines. Please note that servicing high-pressure fuel lines, electrical systems, and heavy engine components carries inherent risks. Always ensure your workspace is properly ventilated, use the correct specialized tools, and disconnect the battery before diving into the wiring harness or ECM.

Specification Highlights:

• Engine assembly data includes a crucial multi-stage connecting rod bolt torque sequence with final-stage angles of 125°–135°.
• Radiator cooling capacity is strictly documented at 2.10 liters.
• Cylinder head bolt torque is specified at 13 Nm within the engine assembly section.
• Electrical system specs rate the starter motor power output at 0.90 kW.
• Reference values for the ignition system outline a secondary coil resistance of 8.64–12.96 kΩ.
• Crucial driveline specs, including the 100 Nm primary drive gear nut, are clearly laid out to ensure accurate and safe reassembly.