2000 YAMAHA YZF600 clutch

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Brake and shift pedal
lubricationLubricate the pivoting parts.
EAU02985
Brake and clutch lever
lubricationLubricate the pivoting parts.
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Sidestand lubricationLubricate the sidestand pivoting point
and metal-to-metal contact surfaces.
Check that the sidestand moves up
and down smoothly.
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WA R N I N G
@ If the sidestand does not move
smoothly, consult a Yamaha dealer. @
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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8-SPECIFICATIONSSpecifications01E
Model YZF600R
Dimensions
Overall length 2,060 mm (for F, E, I, GR)
2,145 mm
(except for F, E, I, GR)
Overall width 725 mm
Overall height 1,190 mm
Seat height 805 mm
Wheelbase 1,415 mm
Ground clearance 135 mm
Minimum turning radius 3,200 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)
212 kg (except for A, CH, S)
214 kg (for A, CH, S)
Engine
Engine type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined parallel
4-cylinder
Displacement 599 cm
3
Bore ´ Stroke 62.0 ´ 49.6 mm
Compression ratio 12:1
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 2.6 L
With oil filter replacement 2.9 L
Total amount 3.5 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-fric-
tion 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.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Cooling system capacity
(total amount)
1.95 L
Air filter
Wet type element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 19 L
Carburetor
Ty p e ´ quantity CVKD36 ´ 4
Manufacturer KEIHIN
Spark plug
Manufacturer/Type NGK / CR9E or
DENSO / U27ESR-N
Gap 0.7 ~ 0.8 mm
Clutch type
Wet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.708
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 3.133
Transmission type Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation Left foot operationGear ratio
1st 2.846
2nd 1.947
3rd 1.545
4th 1.333
5th 1.190
6th 1.074
Chassis
Frame type Diamond
Caster angle 25°
Tr a i l 9 7 m m
Tire
Fro nt
Ty p e Tu b e l e s s
Size 120/60 ZR17 (55 W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT57F
Dunlop / D204F
Metzeler / MEZ1 ‘Front’
Michelin / MACADAM 90X
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10-INDEXAAir filter ..................................................6-15
Air intake duct ........................................6-17
Air vent hose .......................................... 6-17
Antitheft alarm (optional) .......................... 3-7BBattery ................................................... 6-32
Brake and clutch lever lubrication........... 6-29
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ............ 6-29
Brake fluid replacement ......................... 6-26
Brake light switch adjustment ................. 6-24CCable inspection and lubrication ............ 6-28
Carburetor adjustment ...........................6-17
Care.........................................................7-1
Changing the coolant ............................. 6-13
Checking the front and
rear brake pads ................................... 6-25
Clutch lever .............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play adjustment ........... 6-23
Controls/Instruments ................................2-3
Coolant temperature gauge ..................... 3-8
Cooling system ...................................... 6-12
Cowling A and B ......................................6-5
Cowling C ................................................6-7
Cowling and panel removal and
installation .............................................6-5
DDiagnosis device ..................................... 3-7
Dimmer switch ......................................... 3-8
Drive chain lubrication ........................... 6-28
Drive chain slack adjustment ................. 6-27
Drive chain slack check ......................... 6-27EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-5
Engine oil ................................................ 6-9
Engine stop switch................................... 3-9FFront brake lever ................................... 3-10
Front fork adjustment............................. 3-16
Front fork inspection .............................. 6-30
Front wheel installation .......................... 6-36
Front wheel removal .............................. 6-35
Fuel ....................................................... 3-11
Fuel indicator circuit check....................... 3-5
Fuel indicator light ................................... 3-2
Fuel tank breather hose
(for Germany only) .............................. 3-13
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-11
Fuse replacement.................................. 6-33GGive safety the right of way ..................... 1-1
HHandlebar switches ..................................3-8
Dimmer switch ....................................3-8
Engine stop switch..............................3-9
Horn switch.........................................3-8
Lights switch .......................................3-9
Pass switch ........................................3-8
Start switch .........................................3-9
Turn signal switch ...............................3-8
Headlight bulb replacement....................6-33
Helmet holder.........................................3-15
High beam indicator light ..........................3-3
Horn switch ..............................................3-8IIdentification number records ...................9-1
Idle speed adjustment ............................6-18
Indicator lights ..........................................3-2
Fuel indicator light...............................3-2
High beam indicator light ....................3-3
Neutral indicator light ..........................3-2
Oil level indicator light .........................3-2
Turn indicator light ..............................3-3
Inspecting the brake fluid level ...............6-25KKey identification number .........................9-1LLeft view...................................................2-1
Lights switch ............................................3-9
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-21
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INDEX
MMain switch/steering lock ......................... 3-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2NNeutral indicator light ............................... 3-2OOil level indicator circuit check ................. 3-4
Oil level indicator light .............................. 3-2PParking .................................................... 5-6
Pass switch ............................................. 3-8
Periodic maintenance and lubrication ...... 6-2
Pre-operation check list ........................... 4-1RRear brake pedal ................................... 3-10
Rear brake pedal height adjustment ...... 6-23
Rear shock absorber adjustment ........... 3-18
Rear suspension lubrication................... 6-30
Rear wheel installation........................... 6-38
Rear wheel removal............................... 6-37
Recommended combinations of the
front fork and the rear shock
absorber settings................................. 3-20
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)............................. 5-5
Right view................................................ 2-2
SSeat ...................................................... 3-14
Shifting .................................................... 5-4
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-10
Sidestand .............................................. 3-21
Sidestand/clutch switch operation
check .................................................. 3-22
Sidestand lubrication ............................. 6-29
Spark plugs ............................................. 6-7
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer .......................................... 3-6
Starter (choke) “ ” ............................. 3-13
Starting a warm engine ........................... 5-4
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-9
Steering inspection................................ 6-31
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment............................ 3-15TTachometer............................................. 3-6
Tail/brake light bulb replacement ........... 6-35
Throttle cable and grip lubrication.......... 6-28
Throttle cable free play inspection ......... 6-18
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .......... 5-5
Tires...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-39
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-40
Turn indicator light................................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb replacement ......... 6-35
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-8
VValve clearance adjustment ................... 6-19
Vehicle identification number ................... 9-1WWheel bearings...................................... 6-31
Wheels .................................................. 6-22
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