2000 YAMAHA XJ900S tire pressure

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4-PRE-OPERATION CHECKSOwners are personally responsible for their vehicle’s condition. Your motorcycle’s vital functions can start to deteriorate
quickly and unexpectedly, even if it remains unused (for instance, if it is exposed to the elements). Any damage, fluid leak or
loss of tire pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important that, in addition to a thorough visual in-
spection, you check the following points before each ride.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Front brake• Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
6-19 ~ 6-21
Rear brake• Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
Clutch• Check operation condition and free play.
• Adjust if necessary.6-18
Throttle grip and housing• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-14, 6-21
Engine oil• Check oil level.
• Fill with oil if necessary.6-8 ~ 6-10
Final gear oil• Check for leakage. 6-11
Wheels and tires• Check tire pressure, wear and damage. 6-15 ~ 6-18, 6-27 ~ 6-31
Control and meter cables• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-21
Brake and shift pedal
shafts• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-22
Brake and clutch lever
pivots• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-22
Center and sidestand
pivots• Check for smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-22

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
CP-01ENO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL
(1,000 km)EVERY
6,000 km
or
6 months
(whichever
comes first)12,000 km
or
12 months
(whichever
comes first)
1
*Fuel line• Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
• Replace if necessary.ÖÖ
2*Fuel filter• Check condition.
• Replace if necessary.Ö
3 Spark plugs• Check condition.
• Clean, regap or replace if necessary.ÖÖÖ
4*Valves• Check valve clearance.
• Adjust if necessary.Every 24,000 km or 24 months
(whichever comes first)
5 Air filter• Clean or replace if necessary.ÖÖ
6Clutch• Check operation.
• Adjust or replace cable.ÖÖÖ
7*Front brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)
• Correct accordingly.
• Replace brake pads if necessary.ÖÖÖ
8*Rear brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)
• Correct accordingly.
• Replace brake pads if necessary.ÖÖÖ
9*Wheels• Check balance, runout and for damage.
• Rebalance or replace if necessary.ÖÖ
10*Tires• Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.ÖÖ

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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TiresTo ensure maximum performance,
long service and safe operation, note
the following:
Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire pres-
sure before operating the motorcycle.
EW000082
WARNING
@ Tire inflation pressure should be
checked and adjusted when the
temperature of the tire equals the
ambient air temperature. Tire infla-
tion pressure must be adjusted ac-
cording to total weight of cargo,
rider, passenger, and accessories
(fairing, saddlebags, etc. if approved
for this model), and vehicle speed. @
CE-33EEW000083
WARNING
@ 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. @
Maximum load* 205 kg
Cold tire pressure Front Rear
Up to 90 kg load*225 kPa
(2.25 kg/cm
2,
2.25 bar)250 kPa
(2.50 kg/cm
2,
2.50 bar)
90 kg Maximum load*250 kPa
(2.50 kg/cm
2,
2.50 bar)290 kPa
(2.90 kg/cm
2,
2.90 bar)
High speed riding250 kPa
(2.50 kg/cm
2,
2.50 bar)290 kPa
(2.90 kg/cm
2,
2.90 bar)
* Load is the total weight of cargo, rider, passenger
and accessories.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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WARNING
@ l
After extensive tests, the tires
mentioned below have been ap-
proved by Yamaha Motor Co.,
Ltd. for this model. No guaran-
tee for handling characteristics
can be given if tire combina-
tions other than what is ap-
proved are used on this
motorcycle. The front and rear
tires should be of the same
manufacture and design.
l
The use of tire valves and valve
cores other than listed below
could cause tire deflation dur-
ing extreme high speed riding.
Always use genuine parts or
their equivalent for replace-
ment.
l
Be sure to install the valve caps
securely, as these are important
to prevent air pressure leakage
during extreme high speed
riding.
@
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WARNING
@ This motorcycle is fitted with super
high-speed running tires. The fol-
lowing points must be observed in
order for you to make fully effective
use of these tires.l
Never fail to use the specified
tires in tire replacement. Other
tires may have a danger of
bursting at super high-speeds.
l
New tires have a relatively low
grip on the road surface until
they have been slightly worn.
Therefore, approximately 100 km
should be traveled at normal
speed before any high-speed
riding is done.
l
Before any high-speed runs, the
tires should be warmed-up suf-
ficiently.
l
Always inflate to the correct tire
pressure according to the oper-
ating conditions.
@
FRONT
Manufacturer Size Type
Metzeler 120/70-17 58V ME33
Dunlop 120/70-17 58V K505F
Bridgestone 120/70-17 58V G601
REAR
Manufacturer Size Type
Metzeler 150/70-17 69V ME55A
Dunlop 150/70-17 69V K505
Bridgestone 150/70-17 69V G602
Type
Tire valve TR412
Valve core #9000A (original)

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-5
7a. Remove the spark plug caps and
spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the
spark plugs and place the spark
plugs on the cylinder head so that
the electrodes are grounded. (This
will limit sparking during the next
step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times
with the starter. (This will coat the
cylinder walls with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug caps from
the spark plugs, install the spark
plugs and then the spark plug
caps.
EWA00003
WARNING
@ When turning the engine over, be
sure to ground the spark plug elec-
trodes to prevent damage or injury
from sparking. @
6. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand/
centerstand.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, then raise the
motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover up the muffler outlets with
plastic bags to prevent moisture
from entering.9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and recharge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in
an excessively cold or warm place
(less than 0 °C or more than
30 °C). For more information, see
“Battery storage” in the chapter
“PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIRS”.
NOTE:@ Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle. @

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