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c. Install the spark plug caps onto the
spark plugs and place the spark
plugs on the cylinder head so that
the electrodes are grounded. (This
will limit sparking during the next
step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times
with the starter. (This will coat the
cylinder walls with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug caps from
the spark plugs, install the spark
plugs and then the spark plug
caps.
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When turning the engine over, be
sure to ground the spark plug elec-
trodes to prevent damage or injury
from sparking.
6. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, then raise the
motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover up the muffler outlets with
plastic bags to prevent moisture
from entering.
9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and recharge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in
an excessively cold or warm place
(less than 0ûC or more than 30ûC).
For more information, see ÒBattery
storageÓ in the chapter ÒPERIOD-
IC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIRSÓ.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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HOW TO USE THE CONVERSION TABLE ...................................... 8-5
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Specifications
Model XJ600S / XJ600N
Dimensions
Overall length 2,170 mm
Overall width 735 mm
Overall height
XJ600S 1,205 mm
XJ600N 1,090 mm
Seat hight 770 mm
Wheelbase 1,445 mm
Ground clearance 150 mm
Minimum turning radius 2,700 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full fuel tank)
XJ600S 213 kg
XJ600N 210 kg
Engine
Engine type Air-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined parallel
4-cyclinder
Displacement 598 cm
3
Bore´ Stroke 58.5 ´ 55.7 mm
Compression ratio 10:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Wet sump
Engine oil
Ty p e
Recommended engine oil
classiÞcation API Service SE, SF, SG type or
higher
Quantity
Periodic oil change 2.3 L
With oil Þlter replacement 2.6 L
Total amount 3.1 L
-20û -10û 0û
10û20û 30û
40û50ûC
SAE 10W/30
SAE 15W/40
SAE 20W/40
SAE 20W/50
SAE 10W/40
CAUTION:
Be sure to use motor oils that do not contain anti-friction
modifiers. Passenger car motor oils (often labeled
ÒEnergy ConservingÓ) contain anti-friction additives which
will cause clutch and/or starter clutch slippage, resulting in
reduced component life and poor engine performance.
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Air filterDry type element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 17.0 L
Reserve amount 3.5 L
Carburetor
Ty p e´quantity BDS28 ´ 4
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Spark plug
Type/Manufacturer CR8E / NGK
U24ESR-N / DENSO
Gap 0.7 ~ 0.8 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 2.225
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 3.000 (except for CH, A)
2.875 (for CH, A)
Number of drive chain
sprocket teeth (rear/front) 48/16 (except for CH, A)
46/16 (for CH, A)
Transmission type Constant mesh 6-speedOperation Left foot operation
Gear ratio
1st 2.733
2nd 1.778
3rd 1.333
4th 1.074
5th 0.913
6th 0.821
Chassis
Frame type Double cradle
Caster angle 25°
Tr a i l 9 7 m m
Tire
Front
Type Tubeless
Size 110 / 80-17 57H
Manufacturer/model MICHELIN / MACADAM 50
DUNLOP / D103FA
Rear
Type Tubeless
Size 130 / 70-18 63H
Manufacturer/model MICHELIN / MACADAM 50
DUNLOP / D103A
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Maximum load*
XJ600S 184 kg
XJ600N 187 kg
Air pressure (cold tire)
Up to 90 kg load*
Front 200 kPa (2.00 kg/cm
2, 2.00 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm
2, 2.25 bar)
90 kg load ~ maximum load*
Front 200 kPa (2.00 kg/cm
2, 2.00 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm
2, 2.50 bar)
High speed riding
Front 200 kPa (2.00 kg/cm
2, 2.00 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm
2, 2.50 bar)
* Load is total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories.
Wheels
Front
Ty p e C a s t
Size 17 ´ MT 2.50
Rear
Ty p e C a s t
Size 18 ´ MT 3.50Brakes
Front
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Fluid DOT 4 or DOT 3
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot operation
Fluid DOT 4 or DOT 3
Suspension
Front
Type Telescopic fork
Rear
Type Swingarm (monocross suspension)
Shock absorbers
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 140 mm
Rear 110 mm
Electrical systems
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
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Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 20 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type YTX9-BS, GTX9-BS
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 8 AH
Headlight typeQuartz bulb (halogen)
Bulb voltage, wattage ´
quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ´ 1
Auxiliary light 12 V, 4 W ´ 1 (except for GB, IRL)
12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1 (for GB, IRL)
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ´ 1
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ´ 4
Meter light
XJ600S 12 V, 1.7 W ´ 3
XJ600N 14 V, 3 W ´ 2
12 V, 1.7 W ´ 2
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
Oil level indicator light
XJ600S 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
XJ600N 14 V, 3 W ´ 1
Turn indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 2Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Ignition fuse 10 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Hazard light fuse 10 A
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HOW TO USE THE CONVERSION TABLE
All specification data in this manual are listed in SI and
METRIC UNITS.
Use this table to convert METRIC unit data to IMPERIAL
unit data.
Ex.
METRIC MULTIPLIER IMPERIAL
**mm´0.03937=
**in
2 mm´0.03937=
0.08 in
CONVERSION TABLE
METRIC TO IMPERIAL
Metric unit Multiplier Imperial unit
Torquemákg
mákg
cmákg
cmákg7.233
86.794
0.0723
0.8679ftálb
inálb
ftálb
inálb
Weightkg
g2.205
0.03527lb
oz
Speed km/hr 0.6214 mph
Distancekm
m
m
cm
mm0.6214
3.281
1.094
0.3937
0.03937mi
ft
yd
in
in
Volume /
Capacitycc (cm
3)
cc (cm3)
lt (liter)
lt (liter)0.03527
0.06102
0.8799
0.2199oz (IMP liq.)
cuáin
qt (IMP liq.)
gal (IMP liq.)
Misc.kg/mm
kg/cm
2
Centigrade (°
C)55.997
14.2234
9/5 + 32 lb/in
psi (lb/in
2)
Fahrenheit (°
F)
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Identification number records ............................................................. 9-1
Key identification number (for XJ600S).............................................. 9-1
Key identification number (for XJ600N) ............................................. 9-1
Vehicle identification number ............................................................. 9-2
Model label ......................................................................................... 9-2
