2009 YAMAHA XJ6-N alarm

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ............3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-7
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-11
Handlebar switches ......................3-11
Clutch lever ...................................3-13
Shift pedal .....................................3-13
Brake lever ...................................3-13
Brake pedal ..................................3-14
Fuel tank cap ................................3-14
Fuel ...............................................3-15
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose ..........................................3-16
Catalytic converter ........................3-16
Seat ..............................................3-17
Helmet holder ...............................3-18
Storage compartment ...................3-18
Handlebar position ........................3-19
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-19
Sidestand ......................................3-20Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-21
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-3
Removing and installing the
cowling and panels ..................... 6-7
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-9
Coolant ......................................... 6-12
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-16
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-17
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-18Valve clearance ........................... 6-18
Tires ............................................. 6-19
Cast wheels ................................. 6-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-21
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-22
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-23
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-23
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-24
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-25
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-29
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-29
Checking the front fork ................. 6-29
Checking the steering .................. 6-30
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-30
Battery ......................................... 6-31
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-32U20SE0E0.book Page 1 Friday, September 19, 2008 9:27 AM

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-11
3
NOTICE
ECA11590
If the display indicates an error
code, the vehicle should be checked
as soon as possible in order to avoidengine damage.
EAU12331
Anti-theft alarm (optional) This model can be equipped with an
optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha
dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for
more information.
EAU12347
Handlebar switches Left1. Pass switch“”
2. Dimmer switch“/”
3. Turn signal switch“/”
4. Horn switch“”
5. Hazard switch“”
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INDEXAAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-16
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-11
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-37BBattery................................................... 6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-27
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-23
Brake lever ............................................ 3-13
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-14CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-16
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-13
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-21
Coolant.................................................. 6-12
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-4
Cowling and panels, removing and
installing................................................ 6-7DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-26
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-25EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed............................... 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-9
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-12
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-7
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-23
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-29
Fuel....................................................... 3-15
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ......... 3-16
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-14
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-32HHandlebar position, adjusting ............... 3-19
Handlebar switches .............................. 3-11
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-33
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-18
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-21
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-7
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-36MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function meter unit ......................... 3-7
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-12RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-22SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-17
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-19
Sidestand .............................................. 3-20
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-29
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-12
Steering, checking................................. 6-30
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-18
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-38
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-29TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-35
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-18
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-27
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
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