2000 YAMAHA XT600E Owners Manual

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Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and free-
dom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle
does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving your motorcycleÕs value and operating
condition. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance
depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of
course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders more than car drivers must always be at their mental
and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take
dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and passen-
gers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant synthetic
materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet. Optimum pro-
tective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Though full-coverage helmets and suits,
in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will always be vulnerable.
Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to take chances. This is
even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely, predictably and defensively
avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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QGIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
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DESCRIPTION
Left view.............................................................................................2-1
Right view...........................................................................................2-2
Controls/Instruments..........................................................................2-3
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DESCRIPTION
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1.Headlight (page 6-29)
2.Fuel cock (page 3-7)
3.Battery (page 6-28)
4.Tool kit (page 6-1)
5.Helmet holder (page 3-9)6.Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting nut (page 3-10)
7.Fuse (page 6-28)
8.Starter (choke) (page 3-8)
9.Shift pedal (page 3-5)
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Left view
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DESCRIPTION
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10.Air filter (page 6-12)
11.Oil filter (page 6-11)
12.Engine oil dipstick(page 6-10)
13.Rear brake pedal (page 3-5, 6-19)
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Right view
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DESCRIPTION
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14.Clutch lever (page 3-4, 6-18)
15.Left handlebar switches (page 3-3)
16.Speedometer (page 3-2)
17.Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
18.Tachometer (page 3-3)19.Right handlebar switches (page 3-4)
20.Front brake lever (page 3-5, 6-18)
21.Throttle grip (page 6-24)
22.Fuel tank cap (page 3-6)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONSMain switch/steering lock.......................................................................3-1
Indicator lights.......................................................................................3-2
Speedometer.........................................................................................3-2
Tachometer...........................................................................................3-3
Handlebar switches...............................................................................3-3
Clutch lever............................................................................................3-4
Shift pedal..............................................................................................3-5
Front brake lever...................................................................................3-5
Rear brake pedal...................................................................................3-5
Fuel tank cap.........................................................................................3-6
Fuel........................................................................................................3-6
Fuel cock...............................................................................................3-7
Starter (choke) Ò
1Ó...............................................................................3-8
Seat.......................................................................................................3-9
Helmet holder........................................................................................3-9
Rear shock absorber adjustment.........................................................3-10
Sidestand.............................................................................................3-11
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check.............................................3-12
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ON
OFF
LOCK
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Main switch/steering lockThe main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on.
The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left. With the
key at ÒOFFÓ, push it into the main
switch and release it, turn it counter-
clockwise to ÒLOCKÓ and remove it.
To release the lock, turn the key to
"OFF".
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wNever turn the key to ÒOFFÓ or
ÒLOCKÓ when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result
in loss of control or an accident.
Be sure the motorcycle is stopped
before turning the key to ÒOFFÓ or
ÒLOCKÓ.
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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary light
come on but all other circuits are off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to Ò
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Ó.
Do not use this position for an
extended length of time as the bat-
tery may discharge.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Indicator lights
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Turn indicator light
Ò5Ó
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
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Neutral indicator light ÒNÓ
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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High beam indicator light Ò&Ó
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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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 Ò0Ó
with the reset knob. Use the trip
odometer to estimate how far you
can ride on a tank of fuel. This infor-
mation will enable you to plan fuel
stops in the future.
1.High beam indicator light Ò&Ó
2.Neutral indicator light ÒNÓ
3.Turn indicator light Ò5Ó
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1.Speedometer
2.Odometer
3.Trip odometer
4.Reset knob
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