2002 YAMAHA XJ600N clutch

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-25
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EAU03164
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and clutch
levers should be checked before each
ride, and the lever pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
EAU03371
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-to-
metal contact surfaces should be lubri-
cated if necessary.
EW000114
WARNING
@ If the centerstand or sidestand does
not move up and down smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it. @
EAU00790
Lubricating the rear
suspension The pivoting points of the rear suspen-
sion must be lubricated at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
Recommended lubricant:
Molybdenum disulfide grease
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8-SPECIFICATIONSSpecifications CS-01E
Model XJ600S/XJ600N
Dimensions
Overall length 2,170 mm
Overall width 735 mm
Overall height
XJ600S 1,205 mm
XJ600N 1,090 mm
Seat height 770 mm
Wheelbase 1,445 mm
Ground clearance 150 mm
Minimum turning radius 2,700 mm
Basic weight (with oil and
full fuel tank)
XJ600S 213 kg
XJ600N 210 kg
Engine
Engine type Air-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined parallel
4-cylinder
Displacement 598 cm
3
Bore × Stroke 58.5 × 55.7 mm
Compression ratio 10:1
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
Without oil filter cartridge
replacement 2.3 L
With oil filter car tridge
replacement 2.6 L
Total amount (dry engine) 3.1 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-friction
modifiers. Passenger car motor oils (often labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II”) contain anti-friction additives
which will cause clutch and/or starter clutch slippage, result-
ing in reduced component life and poor engine performance.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Air filterDry type element
Fuel
Type REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity 17.0 L
Reserve amount 3.5 L
Carburetor
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Model × quantity BDS28 × 4
Spark plug
Model/Manufacturer CR8E / NGK
U24ESR-N / DENSO
Gap 0.7–0.8 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 2.225
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 3.000 (except for CH, A)
2.875 (for CH, A)
Number of drive chain
sprocket teeth (rear/front) 48/16 (except for CH, A)
46/16 (for CH, A)
Transmission type Constant mesh 6-speedOperation Left foot
Gear ratio
1st 2.733
2nd 1.778
3rd 1.333
4th 1.074
5th 0.913
6th 0.821
Chassis
Frame type Double cradle
Caster angle 25°
Trail 97 mm
Tire
Front
Type Tubeless tire
Size 110/80-17 57H
110/80-17 M/C 57H
Manufacturer/model MICHELIN / MACADAM 50
DUNLOP / D103FA
Rear
Type Tubeless tire
Size 130/70-18 63H
130/70-18 M/C 63H
Manufacturer/model MICHELIN / MACADAM 50
DUNLOP / D103A
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10-INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning ...................... 6-10BBattery ................................................... 6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-20
Brake lever...............................................3-8
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-19
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-19
Brake pedal..............................................3-9
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-18CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-23
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-12
Care.........................................................7-1
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ...................... 6-25
Clutch lever ..............................................3-7
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-17
Conversion table ......................................8-5
DDimmer switch ......................................... 3-6
Drive chain, lubricating .......................... 6-23
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-21
Checking .......................................... 6-21
Adjusting .......................................... 6-22EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............... 6-7
Engine stop switch................................... 3-7FFront fork, checking ............................... 6-26
Fuel ....................................................... 3-10
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel tank breather hose
(Germany only) ................................... 3-11
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-9
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-6
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-6
Headlight bulb, replacing (for XJ600S)... 6-30
Headlight bulb, replacing (for XJ600N) .. 6-31
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-13
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-4
Horn switch ............................................. 3-6
IIdentification numbers ..............................9-1
Idling speed, adjusting ...........................6-13
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-16
Indicator and warning lights......................3-3KKey identification number (for XJ600N) ....9-1
Key identification number (for XJ600S) ....9-1LLight switch ..............................................3-7
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-15MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-3OOil level warning light ...............................3-4PPanel, removing and installing..................6-5
Parking.....................................................5-5
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-6
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1
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