2013 YAMAHA XJ6-S brake fluid

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Clean the filler cap before re-
moving. Use only DOT 4 brake
fluid from a sealed container.
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Use only the specified brake flu-
id; otherwise, the rubber seals
may deteriorate, causing leak-
age.
●
Refill with the same type of
brake fluid. Adding a brake fluid
other than DOT 4 may result in a
harmful chemical reaction.
●
Be careful that water does not
enter the brake fluid reservoir
when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in vapor
lock.
NOTICE
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Brake fluid may damage painted sur-
faces or plastic parts. Always clean
up spilled fluid immediately.As the brake pads wear, it is normal for
the brake fluid level to gradually go
down. A low brake fluid level may indi-
cate worn brake pads and/or brake sys-
tem leakage; therefore, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and thebrake system for leakage. If the brake
fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause before
further riding.
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Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the TIP after the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition, have
the oil seals of the master cylinders and
calipers as well as the brake hoses re-
placed at the intervals listed below or
whenever they are damaged or leak-
ing.●
Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
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Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
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:
189 kg (417 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: 90–189 kg (198–417 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 MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel Rim size:
17M/C x MT4.50
Front 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)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
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INDEXAAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-18
Auxiliary light bulb ................................. 6-39BBattery................................................... 6-34
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-31
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-30
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-27
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-26
Brake lever ............................................ 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking ............. 6-24
Brake light switches .............................. 6-25
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-13CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-30
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-16
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .................................... 6-32
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-12
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-23
Coolant.................................................. 6-14
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-4
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing................................................ 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-11
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-29
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-28EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed............................... 6-19 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-11
Engine stop switch................................ 3-12
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-25
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-33
Fuel....................................................... 3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow
hose ................................................... 3-15
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-14
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-35HHandlebar position, adjusting ............... 3-18
Handlebar switches .............................. 3-11
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-36
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-17
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 lights and warning lights .......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-39MMain 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 .......................... 3-7
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-11RRear view mirrors .................................. 3-19SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-16
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-19
Sidestand .............................................. 3-20
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 6-10
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-12
Steering, checking................................. 6-33
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment............................ 3-18
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-32TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-37
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-30
Throttle grip free play, checking ............ 6-20
Tires ...................................................... 6-20
Tool kit..................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-42
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