PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-13
6
NOTE:
The radiator fan is automatically
switched on or off according to the
coolant temperature in the radia-
tor.
If the engine overheats, see page6-38 for further instructions.
EAUM1801
To change the coolant
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and let the engine cool if nec-
essary.
2. Remove the seat and panel B.
(See pages 3-12 and 6-5.)
3. Remove cowling B. (See page
6-5.)
4. Place a container under the engine
to collect the used coolant.
5. Loosen the radiator cap retainer
screw.
6. Remove the radiator cap and cool-
ant reservoir cap.
WARNING
EWA10380
Never attempt to remove the radiatorcap when the engine is hot.7. Remove the coolant reservoir
bolts, and then turn the coolant
reservoir upside down to empty it.
8. Install the coolant reservoir by
placing it in the original position,
then installing the bolts.9. Remove the coolant drain bolt to
drain the cooling system.
10. After the coolant is completely
drained, thoroughly flush the cool-
ing system with clean tap water.
1. Radiator cap
2. Radiator cap retaining screw
3. Radiator cap retainer
4. Coolant reservoir cap
1. Bolt
1. Coolant drain bolt
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611. Install the coolant drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.
NOTE:Check the washer for damage and re-place it if necessary.
12. Pour the specified amount of rec-
ommended coolant into the radia-
tor and reservoir.
CAUTION:
ECA10470
If coolant is not available, use
distilled water or soft tap water
instead. Do not use hard water
or salt water since it is harmful
to the engine.
If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with cool-
ant as soon as possible, other-
wise the engine may not be
sufficiently cooled and the cool-
ing system will not be protected
against frost and corrosion.
If water has been added to the
coolant, have a Yamaha dealer
check the antifreeze content of
the coolant as soon as possible,
otherwise the effectiveness ofthe coolant will be reduced.
13. Install the coolant reservoir cap.
14. Install the radiator cap and radiator
cap retainer by installing the
screw.
15. Start the engine, let it idle for sev-
eral minutes, and then turn it off.16. Check the coolant level in the res-
ervoir. If necessary, remove the
coolant reservoir cap, add coolant
to the maximum level mark, and
then install the cap.
17. Start the engine, and then check
the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cooling system.
18. Install the cowling, the panel and
the seat.
Tightening torque:
Coolant drain bolt:
11 Nm (1.1 m·kgf, 8.0 ft·lbf)
Antifreeze/water mixture ratio:
1:1
Recommended antifreeze:
High-quality ethylene glycol anti-
freeze containing corrosion inhibitors
for aluminum engines
Coolant quantity:
Radiator capacity (including all
routes):
1.00 L (1.06 US qt) (0.88 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)
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6 Engine overheating
WARNING
EWA10400
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissingsound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
NOTE:If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolantas soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
XT660R 2240 mm (88.2 in)
XT660X 2150 mm (84.6 in)
Overall width:
XT660R 845 mm (33.3 in)
XT660X 865 mm (34.1 in)
Overall height:
XT660R 1230 mm (48.4 in)
XT660X 1210 mm (47.6 in)
Seat height:
XT660R 865 mm (34.1 in)
XT660X 870 mm (34.3 in)
Wheelbase:
XT660R 1505 mm (59.3 in)
XT660X 1490 mm (58.7 in)
Ground clearance:
XT660R 210 mm (8.27 in)
XT660X 205 mm (8.07 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2400 mm (94.5 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
XT660R 181.0 kg (399 lb)
XT660X 186.0 kg (410 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
660.0 cm³ (40.27 cu.in)
Bore × stroke:
100.0 × 84.0 mm (3.94 × 3.31 in)Compression ratio:
10.00 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Dry sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 or SAE15W40
or SAE20W40 or SAE20W50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replacement:
2.50 L (2.64 US qt) (2.20 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement:
2.60 L (2.75 US qt) (2.29 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.00 L (1.06 US qt) (0.88 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
15.0 L (3.96 US gal) (3.30 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
5.0 L (1.32 US gal) (1.10 Imp.gal)Electronic fuel injection:Manufacturer:
DENSO
Model:
297500-0390Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR7E
Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
75/36 (2.083)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
45/15 (3.000)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 5-speed
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40
SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
XT660R 225.0 mm (8.86 in)
XT660X 200.0 mm (7.87 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (monocross)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
XT660R 200.0 mm (7.87 in)
XT660X 191.0 mm (7.52 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
Transistorized coil ignition (digital)
Charging system:
A.C. magnetoBattery:Model:
GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55 W/60.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0/21.0 W × 1Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
EL
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature indicator light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
10.0 ARadiator fan fuse:
7.5 A
Electronic fuel injection fuse:
10.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
INDEX
AAir filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-15
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ....................... 3-7
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-33BBattery .................................................. 6-28
Brake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-25
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-22
Brake lever ............................................. 3-9
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-10
Brake pedal, lubricating ........................ 6-26CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-25
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-12
Clutch lever............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-20
Coolant ................................................. 6-12
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-4
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ............................................... 6-5DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-8
Drive chain, lubricating ......................... 6-24
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-23EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-16
Engine oil and oil filter element............... 6-9
Engine stop switch.................................. 3-8
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-4
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-21
Front fork, checking...............................6-27
Fuel ....................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light............................ 3-4
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-10
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-30HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-7
Hazard switch.......................................... 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-31
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ............................................. 3-8IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-15
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-4
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ........................ 9-1MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Model label .............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display...............................3-5NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-3PParking ....................................................5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-8
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-2Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-21SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ...................................................... 3-12
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-9
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-13
Sidestand .............................................. 3-14
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-26
Spark plug, checking .............................. 6-7
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-8
Steering, checking ................................ 6-27
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment ........................... 3-13
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-33TThrottle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-17
Throttle grip and cable, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-25
Tires ...................................................... 6-17
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-37
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-38
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-3
Turn signal light bulb or tail/brake
light bulb, replacing............................. 6-32
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-8VVehicle identification number .................. 9-1