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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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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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9-CONSUMER INFORMATION
EAU02944
Identification numbers Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and mod-
el label information in the spaces pro-
vided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the vehi-
cle is stolen.
1. KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:CA-02E2. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:CA-02E3. MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:CA-01EEAU01041
Key identification number
(for XJ600S)The key identification number is
stamped into the key tag. Record this
number in the space provided and use
it for reference when ordering a new
key.
EAU01042
Key identification number
(for XJ600N)The key identification number is
stamped into the key. Record this num-
ber in the space provided and use it for
reference when ordering a new key.
1. Key identification numberXJ600S
1. Key identification numberXJ600N
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Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.NOTE:@ The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
cycle with the licensing authority in
your area. @
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Model label The model label is affixed to the frame
under the seat. (See page 3-12 for seat
removal and installation procedures.)
Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information
will be needed when ordering spare
parts from a Yamaha dealer.
1. Vehicle identification number
1. Model label
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