2012 YAMAHA XJ6-N Owners Manual

SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:Overall length:2120 mm (83.5 in)
Overall width:
770 mm (30.3 in)
Overall height: 1085 mm (42.7 in)
Seat height: 785 mm (30.9 in)
Wheelbase:
1440 mm (56.7 in)
Ground clearance: 140 mm (5.51 in)
Minimum turning radius: 2800 mm (110.2 in)Weight:Curb weight:XJ6N 205 kg (452 lb)
XJ6NA 210 kg (463 lb)Engine:Engine type:Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Inline 4-cylinder
Displacement: 600 cm³
Bore × stroke:
65.5 × 44.5 mm (2.58 × 1.75 in)
Compression ratio:
12.20 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:YAMALUBE
Type:
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40,
20W-40 or 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:2.50 L (2.64 US qt, 2.20 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.80 L (2.96 US qt, 2.46 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): 2.00 L (2.11 US qt, 1.76 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
17.3 L (4.57 US gal, 3.81 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 3.2 L (0.85 US gal, 0.70 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:20SF 20Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model: NGK/CR9E
Spark plug gap: 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction ratio:
1.955 (86/44)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: 2.875 (46/16)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
Gear ratio: 1st:2.846 (37/13)
–20 –10 0 1020 30 40 50 C
10 30 50 70 90 110
0 130 F
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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SPECIFICATIONS
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2nd:1.947 (37/19)
3rd: 1.556 (28/18)
4th:
1.333 (32/24)
5th: 1.190 (25/21)
6th: 1.083 (26/24)
Chassis:Frame type:Diamond
Caster angle: 26.00 °
Trail:
103 mm (4.1 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BT021
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/ROADSMARTRear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 160/60 ZR17M/C (69W)
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BT021 Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/ROADSMART
Loading:Maximum load:
XJ6N 195 kg (430 lb)
XJ6NA 190 kg (419 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Loading condition:
XJ6N 90–195 kg (198–430 lb)
XJ6NA 90–190 kg (198–419 lb)
Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
High-speed riding: Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT3.50
Rear wheel:Wheel type:Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT4.50Front brake:Type:Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
130.0 mm (5.12 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 130.0 mm (5.12 in)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 10.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Front 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
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light: LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light: LED Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light: XJ6NA LED
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Fuses:Main fuse:30.0 A
Headlight fuse: 20.0 A
Taillight fuse:
10.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse: XJ6NA 7.5 A
ABS motor fuse:
XJ6NA 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: XJ6NA 20.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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EAU48612
Identification numbers Record the vehicle identification num-
ber 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.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26400
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.TIPThe vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in your
area.
EAU26480
Model label
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the seat. (See page 3-18.)
Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information
will be needed when ordering spare
parts from a Yamaha dealer.
1. Vehicle identification number
1
1. Model label
1
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INDEX
AABS (for ABS models) .......................... 3-14
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ....... 3-7
Air filter element, replacing ................... 6-17
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-40BBattery .................................................. 6-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ..................... 6-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ..................... 6-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-25
Brake lever ........................................... 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-23
Brake light switches (for ABS models) ................................ 6-24
Brake light switches
(for non-ABS models) ......................... 6-24
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-14CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-29
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-17
Clutch lever........................................... 3-13
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-22
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-4
Cowling and panels,
removing and installing......................... 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-28
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-27
EEngine break-in .......................................5-3
Engine idling speed ...............................6-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............ 6-10
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-12
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-7FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-24
Front fork, checking...............................6-31
Fuel ....................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ...................................... 3-17
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-15
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-34HHandlebar position, adjusting ................ 3-20
Handlebar switches ............................... 3-11
Hazard switch........................................ 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-36
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-18
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-22
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ........... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-40MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-4 Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ......................... 3-8
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-12SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ...................................................... 3-18
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-20
Sidestand .............................................. 3-21
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-31
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-9
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-12
Steering, checking ................................ 6-32
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment ........................... 3-19
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-41
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-31TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-38
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-29
Throttle grip free play, checking............ 6-19
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INDEXTires ...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-45
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-46
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-39
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-12VValve clearance .................................... 6-19
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-32
Wheel, front (for non-ABS models) ....... 6-42
Wheel, rear (for non-ABS models) ........ 6-43
Wheels .................................................. 6-22
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