2000 YAMAHA XJ900S oil

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8-SPECIFICATIONSSpecifications
Model XJ900S
Dimensions
Overall length 2,230 mm
Overall width 750 mm
Overall height 1,300 mm
Seat height 795 mm
Wheelbase 1,505 mm
Ground clearance 130 mm
Minimum turning radius 3,000 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)
265 kg
Engine
Engine type Air-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined parallel 4-cylin-
der
Displacement 892 cm
3
Bore ´ Stroke 68.5 ´ 60.5 mm
Compression ratio 10:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Wet sumpEngine oil
Ty p e
Recommended engine oil
classification API Service SE, SF, SG type or
higher
Quantity
Periodic oil change 3.2 L
With oil filter replacement 3.4 L
Total amount 4.4 L
-20˚ -10˚ 0˚
10˚20˚ 30˚
40˚50˚C
SAE 10W/30
SAE 15W/40SAE 20W/40SAE 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
“Energy Conserving”) contain anti-friction additives which
will cause clutch and/or starter clutch slippage, resulting in
reduced component life and poor engine performance.

SPECIFICATIONS
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Final gear oil
Type SAE 80 API “GL-4” hypoid gear
oil or SAE 80W90 all-purpose
hypoid gear oil
Quantity 0.2 L
Air filterDry type element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 24 L
Carburetor
Type ´
quantity BDSR34 ´ 4
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Spark plug
Manufacturer/type NGK / DPR8EA-9 or
DENSO / X24EPR-U9
Gap 0.8 ~ 0.9 mm
Clutch type Wet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.672
Secondary reduction system Shaft drive
Secondary reduction ratio 1.278
Transmission type Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation Left foot operationGear ratio
1st 2.188
2nd 1.500
3rd 1.154
4th 0.933
5th 0.813
Chassis
Frame type Double cradle
Caster angle 27°
°° °
Trail 121 mm
Tire
Front
Type Tubeless
Size 120/70-17 58V
Manufacturer/
model Dunlop / K505F
Metzeler / ME33
Bridgestone / G601
Rear
Type Tubeless
Size 150/70-17 69V
Manufacturer/
model Dunlop / K505
Metzeler / ME55A
Bridgestone / G602

SPECIFICATIONS
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Maximum load* 205 kg
Air pressure (cold tire)
up to 90 kg load*
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm
2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
90 kg load ~ maximum load*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
High speed riding
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
* Load is total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories.
Wheels
Front
Ty p e C a s t
Size 17 ´ MT 3.00
Rear
Ty p e C a s t
Size 17 ´ MT 4.00
Brakes
Front
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Fluid DOT 4Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot operation
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Fr o n t
Ty p e Te l e s c o p i c f o r k
Rear
Type Swingarm (link suspension)
Shock absorbers
Front Coil spring / oil damper
Rear Coil-gas spring / oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 140 mm
Rear 110 mm
Electrical systems
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. generator
Standard output 13,5 V, 34 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type YTX14-BS
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 12 AH

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Headlight typeQuar tz bulb (halogen)
Bulb voltage, wattage ´ quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ´ 1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ´ 2
Auxiliary light 12 V, 4 W ´ 1
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ´ 4
Meter light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 4
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
Oil level indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
Turn indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 2
Fuel indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Signaling system fuse 20 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Hazard light fuse 10 A
Ignition fuse 10 A
Clock fuse 10 A

10-INDEXAAir filter .................................................. 6-11
Antitheft alarm (optional) ..........................3-7BBattery ................................................... 6-24
Brake and clutch lever lubrication........... 6-22
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ............ 6-22
Brake fluid replacement ......................... 6-21
Brake light switch adjustment ................. 6-19CCable inspection and lubrication ............ 6-21
Carburetor adjustment ........................... 6-13
Care.........................................................7-1
Center and sidestand lubrication ............ 6-22
Checking the front and
rear brake pads ................................... 6-19
Clutch lever ............................................ 3-10
Clutch lever free play adjustment ........... 6-18
Controls/Instruments ................................2-3
Cowling A ................................................6-5
Cowling B ................................................6-6
Cowling removal and installation ..............6-5DDiagnosis device......................................3-7
Digital clock..............................................3-8
Dimmer switch .........................................3-9EEngine break-in........................................5-5
Engine oil .................................................6-8
Engine stop switch ................................. 3-10
FFinal gear oil replacement ..................... 6-11
Front brake lever ................................... 3-11
Front fork adjustment............................. 3-16
Front fork inspection .............................. 6-23
Front wheel installation .......................... 6-29
Front wheel removal .............................. 6-27
Fuel ....................................................... 3-13
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-8
Fuel indicator circuit check....................... 3-5
Fuel indicator light ................................... 3-3
Fuel tank breather hose
(for Germany only) .............................. 3-14
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-12
Fuse replacement.................................. 6-25GGive safety the right of way ..................... 1-1HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-9
Dimmer switch ................................... 3-9
Engine stop switch ........................... 3-10
Hazard switch .................................... 3-9
Horn switch ........................................ 3-9
Lights switch .................................... 3-10
Pass switch ........................................ 3-9
Start switch ...................................... 3-10
Turn signal switch .............................. 3-9
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-9
Headlight bulb replacement ................... 6-26
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-15
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-3
Horn switch ............................................. 3-9
IIdentification number records ...................9-1
Idle speed adjustment ............................6-13
Indicator lights ..........................................3-3
Fuel indicator light...............................3-3
High beam indicator light ....................3-3
Neutral indicator light ..........................3-3
Oil level indicator light .........................3-3
Turn indicator lights ............................3-3
Inspecting the brake fluid level ...............6-20KKey identification number .........................9-1LLeft view...................................................2-1
Lights switch ..........................................3-10MMain switch/Steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-3OOil level indicator circuit check .................3-4
Oil level indicator light ..............................3-3PParking.....................................................5-6
Pass switch ..............................................3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication .......6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1