2002 YAMAHA XJ600S fuel cap

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ..................................... 3-1
Steering lock (for XJ600N).................................... 3-3
Indicator and warning lights ................................ 3-3
Speedometer unit (for XJ600S) ........................... 3-4
Speedometer unit (for XJ600N) ........................... 3-5
Tachometer .......................................................... 3-5
Handlebar switches ............................................. 3-6
Clutch lever .......................................................... 3-7
Shift pedal ............................................................ 3-8
Brake lever .......................................................... 3-8
Brake pedal .......................................................... 3-9
Fuel tank cap ....................................................... 3-9Fuel ................................................................... 3-10
Fuel tank breather hose (for Germany only) ..... 3-11
Fuel cock ........................................................... 3-11
Starter (choke) lever .......................................... 3-12
Seat ................................................................... 3-12
Helmet holders .................................................. 3-13
Storage compartment ....................................... 3-14
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ............ 3-14
Luggage strap holders ...................................... 3-15
Sidestand .......................................................... 3-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............................. 3-16
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-9
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EAU00162
Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
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Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into position
with the key inserted in the lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
NOTE:@ The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly closed and locked. @
EWA00025
WARNING
@ Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding. @
1. Brake pedal
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-10
3
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Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
EW000130
WARNING
_

Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.


Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
_
EAU00185
CAUTION:@ Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
es or plastic parts.@
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CAUTION:_ Use only unleaded gasoline. The
use of leaded gasoline will cause se-
vere damage to the engine internal
parts such as valves, piston rings,
exhaust system, etc. _
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use regular unleaded gaso-
line with a research octane number of
91 or higher. If knocking (or pinging)
occurs, use a gasoline of a different
brand or premium unleaded fuel. Use
of unleaded fuel will extend spark plug
life and reduce maintenance costs.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
17.0 L
Reserve amount:
3.5 L
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7
Storage Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
ECA00014
CAUTION:@

Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.


To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
@
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for
several months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
2. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
3. Drain the carburetor float cham-
bers by loosening the drain bolts;
this will prevent fuel deposits from
building up. Pour the drained fuel
into the fuel tank.
4. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
5. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug caps and
spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into each spark plug bore.c. Install the spark plug caps onto the
spark plugs, and then place the
spark plugs on the cylinder head
so that the electrodes are ground-
ed. (This will limit sparking during
the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times
with the starter. (This will coat the
cylinder walls with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug caps from
the spark plugs, and then install
the spark plugs and the spark plug
caps.
EWA00003
WARNING
@ To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turning
the engine over. @6. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand/
centerstand.
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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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