2002 YAMAHA YZF600 Owners Manual

SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Wheel travel
Front 130 mm
Rear 120 mm
Electrical system
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 18.5 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Model YTX12-BS
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 10 Ah
Headlight typeQuar tz bulb (halogen)
Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W × 1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W × 1
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W × 4
Auxiliary light 12 V, 4 W × 1
Meter lighting 12 V, 1.7 W × 4
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W × 1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W × 1
Oil level warning light 12 V, 3.4 W × 1
Turn signal indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W × 1
Fuel level warning light 12 V, 3.4 W × 1Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Headlight fuse 20 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Radiator fan fuse 7.5 A
Ignition fuse 7.5 A
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-5
8
EAU03941
Conversion table CS-03EAll specification data in this manual are listed in SI and
METRIC UNITS.
Use this table to convert METRIC unit values to IMPERIAL
unit values.
Example:METRIC VALUE CONVERSION
FACTORIMPERIAL VALUE
2 mm× 0.03937 = 0.08 in
Conversion table
METRIC SYSTEM TO IMPERIAL SYSTEM
Metric unit Conversion factor Imperial unit
Torquem·kgf
m·kgf
cm·kgf
cm·kgf
× 7.233× 86.794× 0.0723× 0.8679ft·lb
in·lb
ft·lb
in·lb
Weightkg
g× 2.205× 0.03527lb
oz
Speed km/h× 0.6214 mi/h
Distancekm
m
m
cm
mm× 0.6214× 3.281× 1.094× 0.3937× 0.03937mi
ft
yd
in
in
Volume,
Capacitycc (cm
3)
cc (cm3)
L (liter)
L (liter)
× 0.03527× 0.06102× 0.8799× 0.2199oz (IMP liq.)
cu·in
qt (IMP liq.)
gal (IMP liq.)
Miscellaneouskgf/mm
kgf/cm
2
°
C
× 55.997× 14.2234× 1.8 + 32 lb/in
psi (lb/in
2)
°
F
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
9
Identification numbers ....................................................................... 9-1
Key identification number .................................................................. 9-1
Vehicle identification number ............................................................. 9-1
Model label ........................................................................................ 9-2
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9-1
9
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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 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.
EAU01043
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. _
1. Key identification number
1. Vehicle identification number
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
9-2
9
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Model label The model label is affixed to the frame
under the seat. (See page 3-11 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. Model label
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INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning ...................... 6-17
Air intake duct ........................................ 6-19
Air vent hose, checking .......................... 6-18
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-5BBattery ................................................... 6-35
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-32
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-31
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-28
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-27
Brake lever...............................................3-7
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-26
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-27
Brake pedal..............................................3-8
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-25CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-31
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-19
Care.........................................................7-1
Clutch lever ..............................................3-7
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-25
Conversion table ......................................8-5
Coolant .................................................. 6-13
Changing .......................................... 6-14
Checking .......................................... 6-13
Coolant temperature gauge .....................3-5
Cowlings, removing and installing ............6-5
DDimmer switch ......................................... 3-5
Drive chain, lubricating .......................... 6-30
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-29
Adjusting .......................................... 6-29
Checking .......................................... 6-29EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-5
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-10
Engine stop switch................................... 3-6FFront and rear suspension settings ........ 3-17
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 3-13
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-33
Fuel ......................................................... 3-9
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-3
Fuel tank breather hose
(Germany only) ................................... 3-10
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-8
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-36HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-5
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-37
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-12
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-3
Horn switch ............................................. 3-6
IIdentification numbers ..............................9-1
Idling speed, adjusting ...........................6-19
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-19
Indicator and warning lights......................3-2KKey identification number .........................9-1LLight switch ..............................................3-6
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-18MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level warning light ...............................3-2PParking.....................................................5-6
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-5
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seat .......................................................3-11
Self-diagnosis device ...............................3-4
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INDEX
Shifting .................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-7
Shift points (for Switzerland only)............. 5-4
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ..... 3-15
Sidestand .............................................. 3-18
Sidestand, checking and lubricating....... 6-32
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit .................................... 3-3
Starter (choke) lever .............................. 3-11
Starting a warm engine ............................ 5-3
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-6
Steering, checking ................................. 6-33
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-12
Supporting the motorcycle ..................... 6-39
Suspension (rear), lubricating ................ 6-32TTachometer ............................................. 3-4
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ............... 6-38
Throttle cable free play, adjusting .......... 6-20
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating............................................ 6-31
Tires ...................................................... 6-21
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting..................................... 6-43
Troubleshooting charts .......................... 6-44
Turn signal indicator light ......................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............. 6-39
Turn signal switch .................................... 3-6
VValve clearance, adjusting .................... 6-20
Vehicle identification number................... 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-34
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-40
Installing ............................................. 6-41
Removing ........................................ 6-40
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-41
Installing .......................................... 6-43
Removing ........................................ 6-41
Wheels .................................................. 6-24
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