2000 YAMAHA XJ900S fuel

DESCRIPTION
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Controls/Instruments1. Clutch lever (page 3-10)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-9)
3. Starter (choke) “ ” (page 3-14)
4. Speedometer (page 3-6)
5. Tachometer (page 3-6)
6. Fuel gauge (page 3-8)7. Digital clock (page 3-8)
8. Right handlebar switches (page 3-10)
9. Front brake lever (page 3-11)
10. Throttle grip (page 6-14)
11. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................... 3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................... 3-3
Oil level indicator circuit check .............................. 3-4
Fuel indicator circuit check ................................... 3-5
Speedometer ........................................................ 3-6
Tachometer ........................................................... 3-6
Diagnosis device................................................... 3-7
Antitheft alarm (optional) ...................................... 3-7
Fuel gauge ............................................................ 3-8
Digital clock........................................................... 3-8
Handlebar switches .............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever ......................................................... 3-10
Shift pedal ........................................................... 3-11Front brake lever ................................................ 3-11
Rear brake pedal................................................ 3-11
Fuel tank cap ..................................................... 3-12
Fuel .................................................................... 3-13
Fuel tank breather hose (for Germany only) ...... 3-14
Starter (choke) “ ” ........................................... 3-14
Seat.................................................................... 3-15
Helmet holder..................................................... 3-15
Storage compartment ........................................ 3-16
Front fork adjustment ......................................... 3-16
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....................... 3-17
Sidestand ........................................................... 3-18
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-18

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Indicator lights
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Turn indicator lights “ ” / “ ”
The corresponding indicator flashes
when the turn switch is moved to the
left or right.
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Fuel indicator light “ ”
When the fuel level drops below ap-
proximately 5 L, this light will come on.
When this light comes on, fill the tank at
the first opportunity. This light circuit
can be checked by the procedure on
page 3-5.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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Oil level indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the oil
level is low. This light circuit can be
checked by the procedure on page 3-4.
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CAUTION:@ Do not run the motorcycle until you
know it has sufficient engine oil. @NOTE:@ Even if the oil is filled to the specified
level, the indicator light may flicker
when riding on a slope or during sud-
den acceleration or deceleration, but
this is normal. @
1. Left turn indicator light “ ”
2. Fuel indicator light “ ”
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
5. Oil level indicator light “ ”
6. Right turn indicator light “ ”

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel indicator circuit check
CB-46E
Turn the main switch to “ON” and the
engine stop switch to “ ”.
Fuel indicator light does
not come on.
Fuel indicator light
comes on.Check the fuel level.
Fuel indicator light
comes on.
Fuel indicator light
does not come on.
Fuel level and electrical
circuit are OK.
Go ahead with riding.
Put the transmission in neutral or
apply the clutch lever, then push
the start switch.
Fuel level
is OK.
Supply fuel.Fuel level
is low.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect electrical circuit.

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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SpeedometerThe speedometer shows riding speed.
This speedometer is equipped with an
odometer and trip odometer. The trip
odometer can be reset to “0” with the
reset button. Use the trip odometer to
estimate how far you can ride on a tank
of fuel. This information will enable you
to plan fuel stops in the future.
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TachometerThis model is equipped with an electric
tachometer so the rider can monitor the
engine speed and keep it within the
ideal power range.
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CAUTION:@ Do not operate in the red zone.
Red zone: 9,500 r/min and above @
1. Tripmeter
2. Odometer
3. Reset button
1. Tachometer
2. Red zone

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel gaugeThis model is equipped with an electric
fuel gauge so the rider can monitor the
fuel level in the fuel tank. When the
needle indicates “E” (Empty), about 5 L
remain in the fuel tank.
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Digital clockThis digital clock always shows the
time regardless of the main switch po-
sition.
Adjustment
1. Turn the main switch to “ON”.
2. The time (hour) setting can be
made by pushing or holding the
“H” switch.
3. The time (minute) setting can be
made by pushing or holding the
“M” switch.
NOTE:@ When setting the clock after its power
source is cut by a removed battery,
etc., first set the time for 1:00 AM, then,
go on to set it for the correct time. @
1. Fuel gauge
1. Digital clock
2. “M” switch
3. “H” switch

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel tank capTo open
Open the lock cover. Insert the key and
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will
be released and the cap can be
opened.
To close
Push the tank cap into position with the
key inserted. To remove the key, turn it
counterclockwise to the original posi-
tion. Then, close the lock cover.
NOTE:@ This tank cap cannot be closed unless
the key is in the lock. The key cannot
be removed if the cap is not locked
properly. @
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WARNING
@ Be sure the cap is properly installed
and locked in place before riding the
motorcycle. @
1. Lock cover
2. Open

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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FuelMake sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of
the filler tube as shown in the illustra-
tion.
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WARNING
@ Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid
spilling fuel on the hot engine. Do
not fill the fuel tank above the bot-
tom of the filler tube or it may over-
flow when the fuel heats up later and
expands. @
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CAUTION:@ l
Always wipe off spilled fuel im-
mediately with a dry and clean
soft cloth. Fuel may deteriorate
painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
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(For Germany only)
The fuel tank cap equipped on
German models is specially de-
signed. Always use the correct
cap whenever replacement is
necessary.
@
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NOTE:@ If knocking or pinging occurs, use a dif-
ferent brand of gasoline or higher oc-
tane grade. @
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
24 L
Reserve:
5 L