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EAU01144
Wheel bearings
If there is play in the front or rear wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer in-
spect the wheel bearings.
EAU00800
Battery
This motorcycle is equipped with a
sealed-type battery. Therefore it is not
necessary to check the electrolyte or fill
the battery with distilled water.
lIf the battery seems to have dis-
charged, consult a Yamaha deal-
er.
lIf the motorcycle is equipped with
optional electrical accessories, the
battery tends to discharge more
quickly, so be sure to recharge it
periodically.
EC000101
CAUTION:
Never try to remove the sealing caps
of the battery cells. The battery will
be damaged.
EW000116
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous, causing severe burns,
etc. It contains sulfuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
ANTIDOTE:
lEXTERNAL: Flush with water.
lINTERNAL: Drink large quanti-
ties of water or milk. Follow with
milk of magnesia, beaten egg,
or vegetable oil. Call a physi-
cian immediately.
lEYES: Flush with water for
15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases.
Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes etc.,
away. Ventilate when charging or
using in an enclosed space. Always
shield your eyes when working near
batteries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
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Battery storage
When the motorcycle is not used for a
month or longer, remove the battery,
fully charge it and store it in a cool, dry
place.
EC000102
CAUTION:
lCompletely recharge the bat-
tery before storing. Storing a
discharged battery can cause
permanent battery damage.
lUse a battery charger designed
for a sealed-type (MF) battery.
Using a conventional battery
charger will cause battery dam-
age. If you do not have a sealed-
type battery charger, contact
your Yamaha dealer.
lAlways make sure the connec-
tions are correct when reinstall-
ing the battery.
1. Fuse box
EAU01470
Fuse replacement
The fuse box is located under the seat.
(See page 3-14 for seat removal and
installation procedures.)
If any fuse is blown, turn off the main
switch and the switch of the circuit in
question. Install a new fuse of specified
amperage. Turn on the switches and
see if the electrical device operates. If
the fuse immediately blows again, con-
sult a Yamaha dealer.
1. Main fuse
2. Ignition fuse
3. Signaling system fuse
4. Headlight fuse
5. Hazard light fuse
6. Spare fuse (´ 3)
EC000103
CAUTION:
Do not use fuses of higher amper-
age rating than those recommend-
ed. Substitution of a fuse of
improper rating can cause extensive
electrical system damage and pos-
sibly a fire.
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Specified fuses:
Main fuse: 30 A
Ignition fuse: 10 A
Signaling system fuse: 15 A
Headlight fuse: 15 A
Hazard light fuse: 10 A
1. Connector
2. Bulb holder cover
EAU00829
Headlight bulb replacement
(for XJ600S)
This motorcycle is equipped with a
quartz bulb headlight.
If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it
as follows:
1. Remove the headlight connector
and the bulb holder cover.
1. Bulb holder
2. Unhook the bulb holder and re-
move the defective bulb.
EW000119
Keep flammable products and your
hands away from a bulb while it is
on, as it is hot. Do not touch a bulb
until it cools down.
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1. DonÕt touch
3. Put a new bulb into position and
secure it in place with the bulb
holder.
EC000105
CAUTION:
Avoid touching the glass part of a
bulb. Keep it free from oil; other-
wise, the transparency of the glass,
life of the bulb, and luminous flux
will be adversely affected. If oil gets
on a bulb, thoroughly clean it with a
cloth moistened with alcohol or lac-
quer thinner.4. Install the bulb holder cover and
the headlight connector.
If a headlight beam adjustment is
necessary, ask a Yamaha dealer
to make adjustment.
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1. Screw (´ 2)
EAU00833
Headlight bulb replacement
(for XJ600N)
This motorcycle is equipped with a
quartz bulb headlight.
If the headlight bulb burns out, replace
the bulb as follows:
1. Remove the headlight unit screws.
1. Connector (´ 2)
2. Bulb cover
2. Remove the connectors, the
headlight unit and then the bulb
cover.
1. Bulb holder
3. Turn the bulb holder counterclock-
wise to remove it and remove the
defective bulb.
EW000119
Keep flammable products and your
hands away from a bulb while it is
on, as it is hot. Do not touch a bulb
until it cools down.
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1. DonÕt touch
4. Put a new bulb into position and
secure it in place with the bulb
holder.
EC000105
CAUTION:
Avoid touching the glass part of a
bulb. Keep it free from oil; other-
wise, the transparency of the glass,
life of the bulb, and luminous flux
will be adversely affected. If oil gets
on a bulb, thoroughly clean it with a
cloth moistened with alcohol or lac-
quer thinner.5. Install the bulb cover, connectors
and headlight unit. Ask a Yamaha
dealer to adjust the headlight
beam if necessary.
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1. Speedometer cable
EAU00868
Front wheel removal
EW000122
lIt is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer service the wheel.
lSecurely support the motor-
cycle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
2. Remove the speedometer cable
from the front wheel side.
3. Remove the calipers.
1. Wheel axle
2. Pinch bolt
NOTE:
Do not depress the brake lever when
the disc and caliper are separated.
4. Loosen the pinch bolt.
5. Remove the wheel axle. Make
sure the motorcycle is properly
supported.
EAU01469
Front wheel installation
1. Install the speedometer gear unit
into the wheel hub. Make sure the
wheel hub and the speedometer
gear unit are installed with the pro-
jections meshed into the slots.
2. Lift up the wheel between the front
fork legs. Make sure the slot in the
speedometer gear unit fits over
the stopper on the front fork outer
tube.
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3. Install the wheel axle and let the
motorcycle down.
4. Install the calipers and caliper
bolts. Make sure there is enough
gap between the brake pads be-
fore installing the calipers onto the
brake discs.
5. Push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check for
proper fork operation.
6. Tighten the wheel axle, pinch bolt
and caliper bolts to the specified
torque.7. Install the speedometer cable.Tightening torque:
Wheel axle:
58 Nm (5.8 mákg)
Pinch bolt:
40 Nm (4.0 mákg)
Caliper bolt:
19 Nm (1.9 mákg)
