2002 YAMAHA XT600E Owners Manual

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QGIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
1Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and free-
dom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle
does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving value and operating condition of your
motorcycle. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance
depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of
course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders—more than car drivers—must always be at their mental
and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take
dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and passen-
gers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant synthetic
materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet. Optimum pro-
tective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Although full-coverage helmets and suits,
in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will always be vulnerable.
Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to take chances. This is
even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely, predictably and defensive-
ly—avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
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DESCRIPTION
Left view ........................................................................................... 2-1
Right view ......................................................................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments .................................................................. 2-3
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DESCRIPTIONPart locations
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1. Headlight (page 6-33)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-8)
3. Battery (page 6-31)
4. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
5. Helmet holder (page 3-10)6. Shock absorber spring preload
adjusting nut (page 3-10)
7. Fuse (page 6-32)
8. Starter (choke) knob (page 3-9)
9. Shift pedal (page 3-5)
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Left view
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DESCRIPTION
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10. Air filter element (page 6-13)
11. Oil filter element (page 6-11)
12. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-10)
13. Brake pedal (page 3-5, 6-21)
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Right view
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-4, 6-20)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-3)
3. Speedometer unit (page 3-2)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
5. Tachometer (page 3-3)6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-4)
7. Brake lever (page 3-5, 6-21)
8. Throttle grip (page 6-16, 6-27)
9. Fuel tank cap (page 3-6)
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Controls and instruments
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONSMain switch/steering lock .................................................................. 3-1
Indicator lights .................................................................................. 3-2
Speedometer unit ............................................................................ 3-2
Tachometer ...................................................................................... 3-3
Handlebar switches .......................................................................... 3-3
Clutch lever ....................................................................................... 3-4
Shift pedal ......................................................................................... 3-5
Brake lever ....................................................................................... 3-5
Brake pedal ...................................................................................... 3-5
Fuel tank cap .................................................................................... 3-6
Fuel ................................................................................................... 3-6
Fuel cock .......................................................................................... 3-8
Starter (choke) knob ......................................................................... 3-9
Seat .................................................................................................. 3-9
Helmet holder ................................................................................. 3-10
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ......................................... 3-10
Sidestand ........................................................................................ 3-11
Ignition circuit cut-off system .......................................................... 3-12
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Main switch/steering lockMain switch/steering lockThe main switch/steering lock con-
trols the ignition and lighting systems,
and is used to lock the steering. The
various positions are described
below.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied
with power, and the engine can be
started. The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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wNever turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the motorcycle is
moving, otherwise the electrical
systems will be switched off,
which may result in loss of control
or an accident. Make sure that the
motorcycle is stopped before turn-
ing the key to “OFF” or “LOCK”.
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.
(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tail-
light and auxiliary light are on, but all
other electrical systems are off. The
key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before
the key can be turned to “
.
”.
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cCDo not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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ON
OFF
LOCK.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be
removed.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way
to the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF”
position, and then turn it to
“LOCK” while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steeringPush the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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1. Push.
2. Turn.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Indicator lightsIndicator lights
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High beam indicator light “&”High beam indicator lightThis indicator light comes on when
the high beam of the headlight is
switched on.
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Neutral indicator light “N”Neutral indicator lightThis indicator light comes on when
the transmission is in the neutral
position.
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Turn signal indicator light “5”Turn signal indicator lightThis indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
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3&
5
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1. High beam indicator light “&”
2. Neutral indicator light “N”
3. Turn signal indicator light “5”
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Speedometer unit Speedometer unitThe speedometer unit is equipped
with a speedometer, an odometer
and a tripmeter. The speedometer
shows riding speed. The odometer
shows the total distance traveled.
The tripmeter shows the distance
traveled since it was last set to zero
with the reset knob. The tripmeter
can be used to estimate the distance
that can be traveled with a full tank of
fuel. This information will enable you
to plan future fuel stops.
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1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
3. Tripmeter
4. Reset knob
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