2000 YAMAHA YZF600 fuel cap

3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................... 3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................... 3-2
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
Coolant temperature gauge .................................. 3-8
Handlebar switches .............................................. 3-8
Clutch lever ........................................................... 3-9
Shift pedal ........................................................... 3-10
Front brake lever ................................................. 3-10
Rear brake pedal ................................................ 3-10Fuel tank cap ..................................................... 3-11
Fuel .................................................................... 3-11
Fuel tank breather hose (for Germany only) ...... 3-13
Starter (choke) “ ” .......................................... 3-13
Seat.................................................................... 3-14
Helmet holder..................................................... 3-15
Storage compartment ........................................ 3-15
Front fork adjustment ......................................... 3-16
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....................... 3-18
Recommended combinations of
the front fork and the rear shock absorber
settings............................................................. 3-20
Luggage strap holders ....................................... 3-21
Sidestand ........................................................... 3-21
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-22
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-11
3
EAU02935
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. @
EW000023
WARNING
@ Be sure the cap is properly installed
and locked in place before riding the
motorcycle. @
EAU01183
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.
EW000130
WA R N I N G
@ 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. @
1. Lock cover
2. Open
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3
EAU00186
CAUTION:@ l
Always wipe off spilled fuel im-
mediately with a dry and clean
soft cloth. Fuel may deteriorate
painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
l
(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. @
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
19 L
Reserve:
3.1 L
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
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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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Wheel travel
Front 130 mm
Rear 120 mm
Electrical system
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 18.5 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type YTX12-BS
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 10 AH
Headlight type
Quartz bulb (halogen)
Bulb voltage, wattage
´ quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ´ 1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ´ 1
Auxiliary light 12 V, 4 W ´ 1
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ´ 4
Meter light 12 V, 1.7 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 ´ 1
Fuel indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Headlight fuse 20 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Fan fuse 7.5 A
Ignition fuse 7.5 A
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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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