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Proper loading of your motorcycle
is important for several characteris-
tics of your motorcycle, such as
handling, braking, performance and
safety. Do not carry loosely packed
items that can shift. Securely pack
your heaviest items close to the
center of the motorcycle, and dis-
tribute the weight evenly from side
to side. Properly adjust the suspen-
sion for your load, and check the
condition and pressure of your tires.
NEVER OVERLOAD YOUR MOTOR-
CYCLE. Make sure the total weight
of the cargo, rider, passenger, and
accessories (fairing, saddlebags,
etc. if approved for this model) does
not exceed the maximum load of the
motorcycle. Operation of an over-
loaded motorcycle could cause tire
damage, an accident, or even injury.
a. Tread depth
1. Side wall
Tire inspection
Always check the tires before operating
the motorcycle. If center tread depth
reaches the limit as shown, if the tire
has a nail or glass fragments in it, or if
the side wall is cracked, contact a
Yamaha dealer immediately and have
the tire replaced.
NOTE:
These limits may be different by regula-
tion from country to country. If so, con-
form to the limits specified by the
regulations of your own country.
FRONT
Manufacturer Size Type
DUNLOP 110/80-17 57H D103FA
MICHELIN 110/80-17 57H MACADAM 50
REAR
Manufacturer Size Type
DUNLOP 130/70-18 63H D103A
MICHELIN 130/70-18 63H MACADAM 50
Minimum tire tread depth
(front and rear)1.6 mm
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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)