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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:2120 mm (83.5 in)
Overall width:
770 mm (30.3 in)
Overall height: 1210 mm (47.6 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)Wei ght:Curb weight:
XJ6S 211 kg (465 lb)
XJ6SA 216 kg (476 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)Coolin g 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 (Gasohol (E10)
acceptable)
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:XJ6S 20SF 20
(CYP)(FIN)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(POL)(SVN)(
TUR)(ZAF)
XJ6S 20SJ 30
(CYP)(FIN)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(POL)(SVN)(
TUR)(ZAF)
XJ6SA 20SF 20
(CYP)(FIN)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(POL)(SVN)(
TUR)(ZAF)
XJ6SA 20SJ 30
(CYP)(FIN)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(POL)(SVN)(
TUR)(ZAF)Spark plu g(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)
–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
8-2
8
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)
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/ROADSMART
Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 160/60 ZR17M/C (69W)
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BT021
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/ROADSMARTLoa din g:Maximum load:
XJ6S 189 kg (417 lb)
XJ6SA 184 kg (406 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
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:
XJ6S 90–189 kg (198–417 lb)
XJ6SA 90–184 kg (198–406 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 MT4.50Front 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
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
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
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 10.0 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × 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:
XJ6SA 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: XJ6SA 7.5 A
ABS motor fuse:
XJ6SA 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: XJ6SA 20.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
9-1
9
EAU48613
Id entification num bersRecord 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:
EAU26401
Vehicle i dentification num ber
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.
EAU26481
Mo del la bel
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the seat. (See page 3-18.) Re-
cord 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 ................... 6-18
Auxiliary light bulb ................................ 6-41BBattery .................................................. 6-34
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating .................... 6-31
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating .................... 6-31
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-28
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-26
Brake lever............................................ 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-24
Brake light switches ............................. 6-25
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-14CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-30
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-17
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .................... 6-32
Clutch lever........................................... 3-13
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...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-29
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-28
EEngine 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 .................. 3-7FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-26
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-33
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 ................................... 6-36HHandlebar position, adjusting .............. 3-20
Handlebar switches ............................. 3-11
Hazard switch ...................................... 3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-38
Helmet holder....................................... 3-19
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........................................... 3-12RRear view mirrors .................................. 3-20SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-18
Shifting.................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal............................................. 3-13
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-21
Sidestand.............................................. 3-22
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 6-10
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-12
Steering, checking ................................ 6-34
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment........................... 3-19
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-33TTail/brake light bulb, replacing ............. 6-39
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-30
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INDEXThrottle grip free play, checking ........... 6-20
Tires ...................................................... 6-20
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-44
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-45
Turn signal indicator light ....................... 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing............ 6-39
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-12VValve clearance..................................... 6-20
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking..................... 6-34
Wheel, front (for non-ABS models) ....... 6-41
Wheel, rear (for non-ABS models) ........ 6-42
Wheels .................................................. 6-23
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PRINTED IN JAPAN2013.07-0.3×1 CR (E)
DIC183
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
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