2016 YAMAHA XJ6-N ABS

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-41
6
EAU44792
Front wheel (for non-ABS
mo dels)
WARNING
EWA14841
For the ABS mo del, have a Yamaha
d ealer remove an d install the wheel.
EAU56270
To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10822
To avoi d injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no d anger of it
fallin g over.
1. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolt, then the wheel axle and the
brake caliper bolts.
2. Lift the front wheel off the ground according to the procedure in the
previous section “Supporting the
motorcycle”.
3. Remove the brake caliper on each side by removing the bolts.
NOTICE: Do not apply the b rake
after the b rake calipers have b
een removed , otherwise the
b rake pa ds will be forced shut.
[ECA11052]
4. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
To install the front wheel 1. Lift the wheel up between the fork legs.
2. Insert the wheel axle.
3. Install the brake calipers by install- ing the bolts.
TIP
Make sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake calipers onto the brake
discs.
4. Lower the front wheel so that it ison the ground, and then put the
sidestand down.
5. Tighten the wheel axle, the front wheel axle pinch bolt and the
brake caliper bolts to the specified
torques.1. Wheel axle
2. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
3. Brake caliper bolt
1
3
2
1. Brake caliper
2. Brake caliper bolt
1 2
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-42
6 6. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
EAU44802
Rear wheel (for non-ABS
mo dels)
WARNING
EWA14841
For the ABS mo del, have a Yamaha
d ealer remove an d install the wheel.
EAU56662
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10822
To avoi d injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no dan ger of it
fallin g over.
1. Loosen the locknut and drive
chain slack adjusting nut on each
side of the swingarm.
2. Loosen the axle nut.
3. Lift the rear wheel off the ground according to the procedure on
page 6-40.
4. Remove the axle nut.
5. Push the wheel forward, and then remove the drive chain from the
rear sprocket.
Tightenin g torques:
Wheel axle: 65 Nm (6.5 m·kgf, 47 ft·lbf)
Front wheel axle pinch bolt:
19 Nm (1.9 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
Brake caliper bolt: 40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 29 ft·lbf)
1. Axle nut
2. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
3. Locknut
1
3
2
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Motorcycle care and stora ge
7-3
7
2. Apply a corrosion protection spray
on all metal, including chrome-
and nickel-plated, surfaces to pre-
vent corrosion.
After cleaning 1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA11132
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.  Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
 If necessary, clean the b rake
d iscs an d b rake linin gs with a
re gular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, an d wash the tires with
warm water an d a mil d d eter-
g ent. Before ri din g at hi gher speed
s, test the motorcycle’s
b rakin g performance an d cor-
nering b ehavior.
NOTICE
ECA10801
 Apply spray oil an d wax spar-
in gly an d make sure to wipe off
any excess.
 Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber an d plastic parts, b ut
treat them with a suita ble care
prod uct.
 Avoi d using abrasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIP
 Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
 Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
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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: 26.0 °
Trail: 103 mm (4.1 in)
Front tire:
Type:Tubeless
Size: 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BT021F
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/SPORTMAX-ROADSMART
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size: 160/60 ZR17M/C (69W)
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BT021R
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/SPORTMAX-ROADSMART
Loa din g:
Maximum load:
190 kg (419 lb) (XJ6NA)
195 kg (430 lb) (XJ6N)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):
Up to 90 kg (198 lb) load:
Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi) 90 kg (198 lb) load - maximum load:
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 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 MT4.50
Front brake:
Type:
Hydraulic dual disc brake
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Hydraulic single disc brake
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:Telescopic fork
Spring:
Coil spring
Shock absorber: Hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 130 mm (5.1 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:Swingarm
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber:
Gas-hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 130 mm (5.1 in)
Electrical system:
System voltage:
12 V
Ignition system: TCI
Charging system: AC magneto
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Specifications
8-3
8
Battery:
Model:GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 10.0 Ah (10 HR)
Hea dlig ht:
Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
Bul b watta ge × quantity:
Headlight:
H4, 60.0 W/55.0 W x 1
Brake/tail light: 21.0 W/5.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light:
10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light: 5.0 W × 1
License plate light: 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: LED (XJ6NA)
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Fuse(s):
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 motor fuse:
20.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
7.5 A (XJ6NA)
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A (XJ6NA)
ABS solenoid fuse: 20.0 A (XJ6NA)
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
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10-1
10
Index
A
ABS (for ABS models) .......................... 3-14
ABS warning light (for ABS models)....... 3-5
Air filter element, replacing................... 6-16
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-38
B
Battery .................................................. 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 ............................. 6-23
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-13
Brake/tail light bulb, replacing ............. 6-39
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-28
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-17
Clutch lever .......................................... 3-12
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-22
Coolant ................................................. 6-12
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-4
Cowling and panels, removing and installing ............................................... 6-7
D
Dimmer switch ..................................... 3-10
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-28
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-26
E
Engine break-in ...................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-9
Engine serial number.............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-11
Engine trouble warning light................... 3-5
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-24
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-31
Fuel....................................................... 3-15
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ................................................... 3-17
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-15
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-34
H
Handlebar position, adjusting .............. 3-20 Handlebar switches .............................. 3-10
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-36
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-19
High beam indicator light........................ 3-4
Horn switch........................................... 3-11
I
Identification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-22
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 3-6
Indicator lights and warning lights .......... 3-4
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-40
M
Main 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 ........................ 3-6
N
Neutral indicator light.............................. 3-4
O
Oil level warning light .............................. 3-4
P
Parking .................................................... 5-5
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch........................................... 3-10
S
Safety information................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-18
Shifting .................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal............................................. 3-12
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-21
Sidestand .............................................. 3-22
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-30
Spark plugs, checking ............................ 6-8
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-2
Start switch ........................................... 3-11
Steering, checking ................................ 6-32
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ........................... 3-20
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-40
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 6-31
T
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-29
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Index
10-2
10
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-18
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
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 ................................. 3-11
V
Valve clearance..................................... 6-18
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking..................... 6-32
Wheel, front (for non-ABS models) ....... 6-41
Wheel, rear (for non-ABS models) ........ 6-42
Wheels .................................................. 6-21
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