2000 YAMAHA XJ600S suspension

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Tool kit ................................................................ 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication................. 6-2
Panel removal and installation ........................... 6-5
Panel A ............................................................... 6-5
Spark plug inspection ......................................... 6-6
Engine oil............................................................ 6-7
Air filter ............................................................. 6-10
Carburetor adjustment ...................................... 6-11
Idle speed adjustment ...................................... 6-12
Throttle cable free play inspection .................... 6-12
Valve clearance adjustment ............................. 6-13
Tires ................................................................. 6-13
Wheels ............................................................. 6-15
Clutch lever free play adjustment ..................... 6-15
Rear brake pedal height adjustment ................ 6-17
Brake light switch adjustment ........................... 6-17
Checking the front and rear brake pads ........... 6-18
Inspecting the brake fluid level ......................... 6-19
Brake fluid replacement .................................... 6-20
Drive chain slack check .................................... 6-20
Drive chain slack adjustment ............................ 6-21Drive chain lubrication....................................... 6-21
Cable inspection and lubrication ....................... 6-22
Throttle cable and grip lubrication ..................... 6-22
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ....................... 6-22
Brake and clutch lever lubrication ..................... 6-23
Center and sidestand lubrication ...................... 6-23
Rear suspension lubrication.............................. 6-23
Front fork inspection ......................................... 6-24
Steering inspection ........................................... 6-24
Wheel bearings ................................................. 6-25
Battery............................................................... 6-25
Fuse replacement ............................................. 6-26
Headlight bulb replacement (for XJ600S) ......... 6-27
Headlight bulb replacement (for XJ600N) ......... 6-29
Front wheel removal ......................................... 6-31
Front wheel installation ..................................... 6-31
Rear wheel removal .......................................... 6-33
Rear wheel installation ...................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting ................................................ 6-34
Troubleshooting chart ....................................... 6-35

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU02985
Brake and clutch lever
lubrication
Lubricate the pivoting parts.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
EAU02965
Center and sidestand
lubrication
Lubricate the pivoting and mating
joints.
Check to see that the center and side-
stand move up and down smoothly.
EW000114
If the center and/or sidestand does
not move smoothly, consult a
Yamaha dealer.Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
EAU00790
Rear suspension lubrication
Lubricate the pivoting parts.
Recommended lubricant:
Molybdenum disulfide grease

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SPECIFICATIONS
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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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INDEX
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Oil level indicator circuit check .............. 3-5
Oil level indicator light ............................ 3-3
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Panel A .................................................. 6-5
Panel removal and installation ............... 6-5
Parking .................................................. 5-6
Pass switch ............................................ 3-7
Periodic maintenance and lubrication .... 6-2
Pre-operation check list ......................... 4-1
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Rear brake pedal ................................. 3-11
Rear brake pedal height adjustment .... 6-17
Rear shock absorber adjustment ......... 3-15
Rear suspension lubrication ................ 6-23
Rear wheel installation ........................ 6-34
Rear wheel removal ............................. 6-33
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only) .......................... 5-5
Right view (XJ600N) .............................. 2-5
Right view (XJ600S) .............................. 2-2
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Seat ..................................................... 3-14
Shift pedal ............................................ 3-10
Shifting ................................................... 5-4
Sidestand ............................................. 3-17
Sidestand/clutch switch operation
check ................................................. 3-17
Spark plug inspection ............................ 6-6
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Speedometer (for XJ600N) .................... 3-6
Speedometer (for XJ600S) .................... 3-6
Start switch ............................................ 3-9
Starter (choke) Ò Ó ............................ 3-14
Starting a warm engine .......................... 5-4
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Steering inspection .............................. 6-24
Steering lock (for XJ600N) ..................... 3-3
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment .......................... 3-15
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Tachometer ............................................ 3-7
Throttle cable and grip lubrication ........ 6-22
Throttle cable free play inspection ....... 6-12
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ........ 5-5
Tires ..................................................... 6-13
Tool kit ................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting chart .......................... 6-35
Turn indicator lights ............................... 3-3
Turn signal switch .................................. 3-8
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Valve clearance adjustment ................. 6-13
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-2
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Wheel bearings .................................... 6-25
Wheels ................................................. 6-15