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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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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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SPECIFICATIONS
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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
