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SpecificationsSpecifications
Model XT500E/XT600E
Dimensions
Overall length 2,220 mm
2.295 mm (N, S, CH only)
Overall width 865 mm
825 mm (CH only)
Overall height 1,205 mm
Seat height 855 mm
Wheel base 1,440 mm
Ground clearance 230 mm
Minimum turning radius 2,300 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)176 kg
172 kg (CH only)
Engine
Engine type Air-cooled 4-stroke, SOHC,
gasoline
Cylinder arrangement Forward inclined single
cylinder
Displacement 499 cm
3
595 cm
3
Bore ×Stroke 87.0 ×84.0 mm (XT500E)
95.0 ×84.0 mm (XT600E)
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Dry sump
Engine oil
Type
Recommended engine oil
classification API Service SE, SF, SG type
or highercCBe 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.
Capacity
Without oil filter element
replacement 2.7 L
With oil filter element
replaced 2.8 L
Total amount (dry engine) 3.3 L
–10° 0° 10° 20° 30°
40°
SAE 10W/30
SAE 10W/40
SAE 20W/40
SAE 20W/50
–20°
SAE 15W/40 50°C
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Air filterDry type element
Fuel
Type REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity 15 L
Reserve amount 2 L
Carburetor
Type×quantity Y26PV×1
Manufacturer TEIKEI
Spark plug
Type/Manufacturer DPR8EA-9 or DPR9EA-9/NGK
Spark plug gap 0.8–0.9 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 74/31 (2.387) (XT500E)
71/34 (2.088) (XT600E)
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 2.533 (XT500E)
3.000 (XT600E)
Number of drive chain 38/15 (XT500E)
sprocket teeth (rear/front) 45/15 (XT600E)
Transmission type Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation Left foot operationGear ratio 1st 2.583
2nd 1.588
3rd 1.200
4th 0.954 (XT500E)
0.955 (XT600E)
5th 0.792
Chassis
Frame type Diamond
Caster angle 27.75°(XT500E)
27°45’ (XT600E)
Trail 120 mm
Tire
Front
Type With tube
Size 90/90-21 54S or
90/90-21 M/C 54S
Manufacturer/ BRIDGESTONE / TW47
model DUNLOP / TRAIL MAX L
Rear
Type With tube
Size 120/90-17 64S or
120/90-17 M/C 64S
Manufacturer/ BRIDGESTONE / TW48
model DUNLOP / TRAIL MAX
Maximum load* 176 kg (XT500E)
180 kg (XT600E)
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Air pressure (cold tire)
up to 90 kg load*
Front 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm
2, 1.50 bar)
Rear 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 1.50 bar)
90 kg load–Maximum
load*
Front 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 1.50 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 2.25 bar)
Off-road riding
Front 125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm2, 1.25 bar)
Rear 125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm2, 1.25 bar)
High speed riding
Front 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 1.50 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 2.25 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Front
Type Spoke wheel
Size 21 ×1.85
Rear
Type Spoke wheel
Size 17 ×MT2.50 or
17 M/C ×MT2.50Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Front
Type Telescopic fork
Rear
Type Swingarm (new monocross)
Shock absorber
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 225 mm
Rear 200 mm
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Electrical
Ignition system T.C.I. (Digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 13.5A @ 5,000 rpm
Battery
Type YTX9-BS
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 8 AH
Headlight bulb typeHalogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage ×quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55W ×1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21W ×1
Auxiliary light 12 V, 4W ×1
12 V, 3.4W ×1 (GB only)
Front flasher light 12 V, 21W ×2
Rear flasher light 12 V, 21W ×2
Meter lighting 12 V, 3.4W ×1
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 3.4W ×1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 3.4W ×1
Turn indicator light 12 V, 3.4W ×1
Fuse20A
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EAU03941
Conversion tableConversion table
Conversion tableAll specification data in this manual are listed in SI and
METRIC UNITS.
Use this table to convert METRIC unit data to
IMPERIAL unit data.
Ex.
METRIC MULTIPLIER IMPERIAL
** mm×0.03937 = ** in
2 mm×0.03937 = 0.08 in
METRIC TO IMPERIAL
Metric unit Multiplier Imperial unit
m•kgf 7.233 ft•lb
Torquem•kgf 86.794 in•lb
cm•kgf 0.0723 ft•lb
cm•kgf 0.8679 in•lb
Weightkg 2.205 lbg 0.03527 oz
Speed km/hr 0.6214 mph
km 0.6214 mi
m 3.281 ft
Distance m 1.094 yd
cm 0.3937 in
mm 0.03937 in
cc (cm
3) 0.03527 oz (IMP liq.)
Volume, cc (cm3) 0.06102 cu•in
capacity L (liter) 0.8799 qt (IMP liq.)
L (liter) 0.2199 gal (IMP liq.)
kgf/mm 55.997 lb/in
Misc. kgf/cm
2
14.2234 psi (lb/in
2)
Centigrade (°C)
9/5 + 32
Fahrenheit (°F)
CONVERSION TABLE
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Identification numbers ...................................................................... 9-1
Key identification number ................................................................. 9-1
Vehicle identification number ............................................................ 9-1
Model label ....................................................................................... 9-2
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EAU02944
Identification numbersIdentification numbersRecord the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and
model label information in the spaces
provided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the
vehicle is stolen.
1. KEY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
2. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
3. MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU01043
Vehicle identification numberVehicle identification numberThe 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.
1
1. Vehicle identification number
EAU01041
Key identification numberKey identification numberThe key identification number is
stamped into the key tag.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided and use it for reference when
ordering a new key.
1
1. Key identification number
1
6
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Model labelModel labelThe model label is affixed to the
frame under the seat. (See page 3-9
for seat removal and installation pro-
cedures.) Record the information on
this label in the space provided. This
information will be needed when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer.
1
1. Model label
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