2014 YAMAHA XJ6F brake

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 lights and warning lights............................................ 3-4
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-8
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-12
Clutch lever .................................. 3-13
Shift pedal .................................... 3-13
Brake lever.................................... 3-14
Brake pedal .................................. 3-14
ABS (for ABS models) .................. 3-14
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-15
Fuel ............................................... 3-16
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ............................ 3-17
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-18
Seat .............................................. 3-18
Helmet holder ............................... 3-19
Storage compartment .................. 3-20
Handlebar position ...................... 3-20
Rear view mirrors.......................... 3-21 Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly.................................... 3-21
Sidestand ...................................... 3-22
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-23
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 ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Removing and installing cowlings and panels ................................... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-11
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-12
Coolant.......................................... 6-15
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-18 Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-19
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 6-20
Valve clearance............................. 6-20
Tires .............................................. 6-20
Cast wheels .................................. 6-23
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 6-23
Checking the brake lever free play ............................................ 6-24
Brake light switches ..................... 6-25
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-25
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-26
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-27
Drive chain slack........................... 6-28
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain.......................................... 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-30
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ............... 6-30
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-30
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-31
Checking and lubricating the centerstand and sidestand........ 6-32
Lubricating the swingarm pivots......................................... 6-32U1CWE4E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, August 6, 2014 2:59 PM

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Checking the front fork..................6-33
Checking the steering ...................6-33
Checking the wheel bearings ........6-34
Battery ...........................................6-34
Replacing the fuses .......................6-35
Replacing the headlight bulb.........6-37
Auxiliary light bulb .........................6-38
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ............................................6-39
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ............................................6-39
Replacing the license plate light bulb ............................................6-40
Front wheel (for non-ABS
models) ......................................6-41
Rear wheel (for non-ABS models) ......................................6-42
Troubleshooting ............................6-44
Troubleshooting charts .................6-45
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE ..........................................7-1
Matte color caution .........................7-1
Care .................................................7-1
Storage ............................................7-4
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ............9-1
Identification numbers .....................9-1 INDEX
.............................................. 10-1
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view
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11
1. Helmet holder (page 3-19)
2. Battery (page 6-34)
3. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-26)
4. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-12)
5. Radiator cap (page 6-15)
6. Coolant reservoir (page 6-15)
7. Coolant drain bolt (page 6-16)
8. Engine oil dipstick (page 6-12) 9. Brake pedal (page 3-14)
10.Rear brake light switch (page 6-25)
11.Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-21)U1CWE4E0.book Page 2 Wednesday, August 6, 2014 2:59 PM

DESCRIPTION
2-3
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Controls and instruments
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-13)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-12)
3. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
4. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-8)
5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-26)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-12)
7. Throttle grip (page 6-20)
8. Brake lever (page 3-14)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Indicator lig hts and warning
lig hts
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Turn si gnal in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
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Neutral in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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Hi gh beam in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Oil level warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
TIP Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when rid-
ing on a slope or during sudden
acceleration or deceleration, but
this is not a malfunction.
 This model is also equipped with a
self-diagnosis device for the oil
level detection circuit. If a problem
is detected in the oil level detec-
tion circuit, the following cycle will
be repeated until the malfunction
is corrected: The oil level warning
light will flash ten times, then go
off for 2.5 seconds. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
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Coolant temperature warnin g
li g ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine overheats. If this occurs, reduce
the load on the engine immediately. If
message “HI” flashes in the coolant
temperature display, stop the vehicle,
then stop the engine and let the engine
cool.
1. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. Immobilizer system indicator light
3. Neutral indicator light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
6. Oil level warning light “ ”
7. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
8. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light “ ” (for ABS models)
ABS
1 2 345
76
8
ABS
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3
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Engine trou ble warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on or flashes
if a problem is detected in the electrical
circuit monitoring the engine. If this oc-
curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the
self-diagnosis system. (See page 3-11
for an explanation of the self-diagnosis
device.)
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.TIPThe engine trouble warning light will
come on while the start switch is
pushed, but this does not indicate a
malfunction.
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ABS warnin g li ght “ ” (for ABS
mo dels)
In normal operation, the ABS warning
light comes on when the key is turned
to “ON”, and goes off after traveling at
a speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or higher.
If the ABS warning light:  does not come on when the key is
turned to “ON”
 comes on or flashes while riding
 does not go off after traveling at a
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or high-
er
The ABS may not work correctly. If any
of the above occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system as soon as
possible. (See page 3-14 for an expla-
nation of the ABS.)
WARNING
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If the ABS warnin g li ght does not g o
off after travelin g at a speed of 10
km/h (6 mi/h) or hi gher, or if the
warnin g li ght comes on or flashes
while ri din g, the brake system re-
verts to conventional brakin g. If ei-
ther of the ab ove occurs, or if the
warnin g li ght does not come on at all, use extra caution to avoi
d possi-
b le wheel lock durin g emer gency
b rakin g. Have a Yamaha d ealer
check the brake system an d electri-
cal circuits as soon as possi ble.
TIPIf the start switch is pushed while the
engine is running, the ABS warning
light will come on, but this is not a mal-
function.
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Immo bilizer system in dicator li ght
When the key is turned to “OFF” and
30 seconds have passed, the indicator
light will start flashing indicating the im-
mobilizer system is enabled. After 24
hours have passed, the indicator light
will stop flashing, however the immobi-
lizer system is still enabled.
The electrical circuit of the indicator
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The indicator light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
ABS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Brake leverThe brake lever is located on the right
side of the handlebar. To apply the
front brake, pull the lever toward the
throttle grip.
The brake lever is equipped with a
brake lever position adjusting dial. To
adjust the distance between the brake
lever and the throttle grip, turn the ad-
justing dial while holding the lever
pushed away from the throttle grip.
Make sure that the appropriate setting
on the adjusting dial is aligned with
the “ ” mark on the brake lever.
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Brake pedalThe brake pedal is located on the right
side of the motorcycle. To apply the
rear brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
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ABS (for ABS mo dels)The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) features a dual electronic con-
trol system, which acts on the front and
rear brakes independently.
Operate the brakes with ABS as you
would conventional brakes. If the ABS
is activated, a pulsating sensation may
be felt at the brake lever or brake ped-
al. In this situation, continue to apply
the brakes and let the ABS work; do
not “pump” the brakes as this will re-
duce braking effectiveness.
WARNING
EWA16051
Always keep a sufficient d istance
from the vehicle ahea d to match the
ri din g speed even with ABS.
 The ABS performs b est with
lon g b rakin g d istances.
 On certain surfaces, such as
rou gh or g ravel roa ds, the b rak-
in g d istance may be lon ger with
the ABS than without.The ABS is monitored by an ECU,
which will revert the system to conven-
tional braking if a malfunction occurs.
1. Brake lever
2. Brake lever position adjusting dial
3. “ ” mark
4. Distance between brake lever and throttle grip
1. Brake pedal
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TIPThe ABS performs a self-diagno-
sis test each time the vehicle first
starts off after the key is turned to
“ON” and the vehicle has traveled
at a speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or
higher. During this test, a “click-
ing” noise can be heard from un-
der the seat, and if the brake lever
or brake pedal is even slightly ap-
plied, a vibration can be felt at the
lever and pedal, but these do not
indicate a malfunction.
 This ABS has a test mode which
allows the owner to experience
the pulsation at the brake lever or
brake pedal when the ABS is op-
erating. However, special tools are
required, so please consult your
Yamaha dealer.NOTICE
ECA16121
Keep any type of mag nets (includin g
ma gnetic pick-up tools, ma gnetic
screwd rivers, etc.) away from the
front an d rear wheel hu bs, otherwise
the ma gnetic rotors equippe d in the wheel hu
bs may b e damag ed , re-
sultin g in improper performance of
the ABS system.
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Fuel tank capTo open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be
released and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap 1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi- tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
1. Rear wheel hub
2. Front wheel hub1
2
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
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