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Yamaha diversion XJ6-S Owner's Manual

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    Dic183 xj6f xj6fa owner’s manual read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. 1cw-28199-e3 [english (e)].

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    Eau50921 rea d this manual carefully b efore operatin g this vehicle. This manual shoul d stay with this vehicle if it is sol d . General manager of quality assurance div. Date of issue: 1 aug. 2002 place of issue: shizuoka, japan declaration of conformity yamaha motor electronics co., ltd. 1450-6, ...

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    Introduction eau10103 welcome to the yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the xj6f/xj6fa, you are benefiting from yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please tak...

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    Important manual information eau10134 particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: *product and specifications are subject to change without notice. This is the safety alert sym b ol. It is use d to alert you to potential personal injury hazar d s. O...

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    Important manual information eau10201 xj6f/xj6fa owner’s manual ©2013 b y yamaha motor co., lt d . 1st e d ition, may 2013 all ri g hts reserve d . Any reprintin g or unauthorize d use without the written permission of yamaha motor co., lt d . Is expressly prohi b ite d . Printe d in japan. U1cwe3e0...

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    Table of contents safety information .................. 1-1 description .................................. 2-1 left view ......................................... 2-1 right view ....................................... 2-2 controls and instruments ............... 2-3 instrument and control functions ...

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    Table of contents checking the front fork..................6-33 checking the steering ...................6-34 checking the wheel bearings ........6-34 battery ...........................................6-34 replacing the fuses.......................6-36 replacing the headlight bulb.........6-38 repl...

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    1-1 1 safety information eau1028b be a responsi b le owner as the vehicle’s owner, you are re- sponsible for the safe and proper oper- ation of your motorcycle. Motorcycles are single-track vehicles. Their safe use and operation are de- pendent upon the use of proper riding techniques as well as the...

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    Safety information 1-2 1 many accidents involve inexperi- enced operators. In fact, many op- erators who have been involved in accidents do not even have a cur- rent motorcycle license. • make sure that you are qualified and that you only lend your mo- torcycle to other qualified oper- ators. • know...

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    Safety information 1-3 1 avoi d car b on monoxi d e poisonin g all engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause head- aches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odor- less, tasteless gas which m...

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    Safety information 1-4 1 tents, can create unstable han- dling or a slow steering re- sponse. This vehicle is not d esi g ne d to pull a trailer or to b e attache d to a si d ecar. Genuine yamaha accessories choosing accessories for your vehicle is an important decision. Genuine yamaha accessories, ...

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    Safety information 1-5 1 operator and may limit control ability, therefore, such accesso- ries are not recommended. Use caution when adding electri- cal accessories. If electrical ac- cessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle’s electrical sys- tem, an electric failure could re- sult, which cou...

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    Description 2-1 2 eau10411 left view 1 2 3 4,5 6 7 8 9 10 1. Air filter element (page 6-18) 2. Idle adjusting screw (page 6-19) 3. Seat lock (page 3-18) 4. Main fuse (page 6-36) 5. Fuse box (page 6-36) 6. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2) 7. Storage compartment (page 3-19) 8. Shift pedal (page 3-13) 9. En...

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    Description 2-2 2 eau10421 ri g ht view 6 7 8 9 5 1 2 3 4 10 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 ...

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    Description 2-3 2 eau10431 controls an d instruments 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 4 1. Clutch lever (page 3-13) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-11) 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 3-11) 7...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-1 3 eau10978 immo b ilizer system this vehicle is equipped with an immo- bilizer system to help prevent theft by re-registering codes in the standard keys. This system consists of the fol- lowing: a code re-registering key (with a red bow) two standard keys (with a...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-2 3 keep other immo b ilizer system keys away from the main switch as they may cause si g nal inter- ference. Eau10473 main switch/steerin g lock the main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering. The various...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-3 3 eau10685 lock the steering is locked, and all electrical systems are off. The key can be re- moved. To lock the steering 1. Turn the handlebars all the way to the left. 2. Push the key in from the “off” position, and then turn it to “lock” while still pushing i...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-4 3 eau49394 in d icator li g hts an d warnin g li g hts eau11021 turn si g nal in d icator li g ht “ ” this indicator light flashes when the turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right. Eau11061 neutral in d icator li g ht “ ” this indicator light comes on w...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-5 3 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 r...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-6 3 display con d itions what to d o under 40 °c (under 104 °f) message “lo” is displayed. Ok. Go ahead with riding. 40–116 °c (104–242 °f) coolant temperature is dis- played. Ok. Go ahead with riding. 117–134 °c (243–274 °f) coolant temperature flash- es. Warning ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-7 3 eau11535 en g ine trou b le warnin g li g 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 3-10 for an expla...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-8 3 eau46766 multi-function meter unit warning ewa12423 be sure to stop the vehicle b efore makin g any settin g chan g es to the multi-function meter unit. Chan g in g settin g s while ri d in g can d istract the operator an d increase the risk of an acci d ent. T...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-9 3 clock the clock displays when the key is turned to “on”. In addition, the clock can be displayed for 10 seconds by pushing the “select” button when the main switch is in the “off”, “lock” or “ ” position. To set the clock 1. Turn the key to “on”. 2. Push the “s...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-10 3 the fuel meter indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. The display seg- ments of the fuel meter disappear to- wards “e” (empty) as the fuel level decreases. When the last segment on the left starts flashing, refuel as soon as possible. Tip this fuel met...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-11 3 if a problem is detected in the immobi- lizer system circuits, the immobilizer system indicator light will flash and the display will indicate an error code. Tip if the display indicates error code 52, this could be caused by transponder interference. If this ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-12 3 ri g ht eau12351 pass switch “ ” press this switch to flash the headlight. Eau12401 dimmer switch “ / ” set this switch to “ ” for the high beam and to “ ” for the low beam. Eau12461 turn si g nal switch “ / ” to signal a right-hand turn, push this switch to “...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-13 3 eau12821 clutch lever the clutch lever is located at the left handlebar grip. To disengage the clutch, pull the lever toward the han- dlebar grip. To engage the clutch, re- lease the lever. The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth clut...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-14 3 eau12942 brake pe d al the brake pedal is on the right side of the motorcycle. To apply the rear brake, press down on the brake pedal. Eau51801 abs (for abs mo d els) the yamaha abs (anti-lock brake system) features a dual electronic con- trol system, which ac...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-15 3 wheel hu b s may b e d ama g e d , re- sultin g in improper performance of the abs system. Eau13075 fuel tank cap to 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...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-16 3 eau13222 fuel make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank. Warning ewa10882 gasoline an d g asoline vapors are extremely flamma b le. To avoi d fires an d explosions an d to re d uce the risk of injury when refuelin g , follow these instructions. 1. Bef...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-17 3 brand or premium unleaded fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs. Gasohol there are two types of gasohol: gaso- hol containing ethanol and that con- taining methanol. Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if the et...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-18 3 notice eca10702 use only unlea d e d g asoline. The use of lea d e d g asoline will cause unre- paira b le d ama g e to the catalytic converter. Eau32981 seat to remove the seat 1. Insert the key into the seat lock, and then turn it counterclockwise. 2. While ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-19 3 eau46752 helmet hol d er the helmet holder is located under the seat. A helmet holding cable is provid- ed in the owner’s tool kit to secure a helmet to the helmet holder. To secure a helmet to the helmet hol d er 1. Remove the seat. (see page 3-18.) 2. Pass t...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-20 3 do not excee d the maximum loa d of xj6f 185 k g (408 l b ) xj6fa 180 k g (397 l b ) for the ve- hicle. Eau46832 han d le b ar position the handlebar can be adjusted to one of two positions to suit the rider’s pref- erence. Have a yamaha dealer adjust the posi...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-21 3 eau47001 a d justin g the shock a b sor b er assem b ly this shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust- ing ring. Notice eca10102 to avoi d d ama g in g the mechanism, d o not attempt to turn b eyon d the maximum or minimum settin g s. A...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-22 3 eau15306 si d estan d the sidestand is located on the left side of the frame. Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright. Tip the built-in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut-off system, which cuts the ign...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-23 3 with the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ 3. Turn the key on. 4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 5. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? With the engine still running...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-1 4 eau15598 inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the owner’s manual. Warning ewa11152 failure to inspect or maint...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-2 4 rear b rake • check operation. • if soft or spongy, have yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • check brake pads for wear. • replace if necessary. • check fluid level in reservoir. • if necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level. • check hyd...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-3 4 chassis fasteners • make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. • tighten if necessary. — instruments, li g hts, si g nals an d switches • check operation. • correct if necessary. — si d estan d switch • check operation of ignition c...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-1 5 eau15952 read the owner’s manual carefully to become familiar with all controls. If there is a control or function you do not understand, ask your yamaha dealer. Warning ewa10272 failure to familiarize yourself with the controls can lea d to loss of con- t...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-2 5 a warnin g or in d icator li g ht remains on, see pa g e 3-4 for the correspon d - in g warnin g an d in d icator li g ht cir- cuit check. For abs models: the abs warning light should come on when the main switch is turned to “on” and then go off af- ter t...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-3 5 notice eca10261 even with the transmission in the neutral position, d o not coast for lon g perio d s of time with the en g ine off, an d d o not tow the motorcycle for lon g d is- tances. The transmission is properly lu b ricate d only when the en g ine i...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-4 5 1600 km (1000 mi) an d b eyon d the vehicle can now be operated nor- mally. Notice eca10311 keep the en g ine spee d out of the tachometer re d zone. If any en g ine trou b le shoul d oc- cur d urin g the en g ine b reak-in perio d , imme d iately have a y...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-1 6 eau17245 periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrication will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition possible. Safety is an obligation of the vehicle owner/operator. The most im- portant points of vehicle inspection, adjustment, and lu...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-2 6 eau39692 owner’s tool kit the owner’s tool kit is located on the bottom of the seat. (see page 3-18.) the service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner’s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive m...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-3 6 eau46862 tip the annual checks must b e performe d every year, except if a kilometer- b ase d maintenance, or for the uk, a milea g e- b ase d maintenance, is performe d instea d . From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 1000...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-4 6 eau1770g general maintenance an d lu b rication chart no. Item check or maintenance job odometer reading annual check 1000 km (600 mi) 10000 km (6000 mi) 20000 km (12000 mi) 30000 km (18000 mi) 40000 km (24000 mi) 1 air filter element • replace. √ 2 clutch •...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-5 6 10 * swin g arm • check operation and for exces- sive play. √ √ √ √ • lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. Every 50000 km (30000 mi) 11 drive chain • check chain slack, alignment and condition. • adjust and lubricate chain with a special o-ring chain l...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-6 6 20 * front fork • check operation and for oil leak- age. √ √ √ √ 21 * shock a b sor b er as- sem b ly • check operation and shock ab- sorber for oil leakage. √ √ √ √ 22 en g ine oil • change. • check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. √ √ √ √ √ √ 23 en g...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-7 6 eau18681 tip air filter • this model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it. • the air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusu...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-8 6 eau18713 removin g an d installin g cowl- in g s an d panels the cowlings and panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a cowling or panel needs to be re- moved and inst...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-9 6 2. Remove the quick fastener and the bolts, and then take the cowl- ing off. 3. Remove the turn signal light lead from the guide, and then discon- nect the turn signal light lead cou- pler. To install a cowling 1. Connect the turn signal light cou- pler, and...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-10 6 to install the panel place the panel in the original position, and then install the bolt and the quick fastener. Panels b an d c to remove a panel 1. Remove the quick fastener and the bolt. 2. Slide the panel backward, and then lift up the rear of the panel...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-11 6 2. Install the bolt and the quick fas- tener. Eau19643 checkin g the spark plu g s the spark plugs are important engine components, which should be checked periodically, preferably by a yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- its will cause any spark plug to s...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-12 6 tip if a torque wrench is not available when installing a spark plug, a good estimate of the correct torque is 1/4– 1/2 turn past finger tight. However, the spark plug should be tightened to the specified torque as soon as possible. Eau47552 en g ine oil an...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-13 6 6. Insert and tighten the engine oil dipstick, and then install and tight- en the oil filler cap. To chan g e the en g ine oil (with or without oil filter cartri dg e replace- ment) 1. Remove cowling b. (see page 6-8.) 2. Start the engine, warm it up for se...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-14 6 8. Install the engine oil drain bolt and its new gasket, and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque. 9. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended engine oil, and then install and tighten the oil filler cap. Tip be sure to wipe off spilled o...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-15 6 eau20071 coolant the coolant level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the cool- ant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Eau50541 to check the coolant level 1. Place the vehicle on the c...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-16 6 a g ainst frost an d corrosion. If water has b een a dd e d to the coolant, have a yamaha d ealer check the antifreeze content of the coolant as soon as possi b le, otherwise the effectiveness of the coolant will b e re d uce d . [eca10473] 7. Route the coo...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-17 6 7. Drain the coolant from the coolant reservoir by turning it upside down. 8. Remove the coolant drain bolt and its gasket to drain the cooling sys- tem. 9. After the coolant is completely drained, thoroughly flush the cool- ing system with clean tap water....

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-18 6 eau32888 replacin g the air filter ele- ment the air filter element should be re- placed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Replace the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in un- usually wet or dus...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-19 6 startin g the en g ine, otherwise fuel may leak, creatin g a fire hazar d . [ewa12464] 9. Install the fuel tank bolts. 10. Install the panels. 11. Install the seat. Eau34302 a d justin g the en g ine i d lin g spee d the engine idling speed must be checked ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-20 6 eau21385 checkin g the throttle g rip free play the throttle grip free play should mea- sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the inner edge of the throttle grip. Periodi- cally check the throttle grip free play and, if necessary, have a yamaha deal- er adjust ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-21 6 wei g ht of ri d er, passen g er, car- g o, an d accessories approve d for this mo d el. Warning ewa10512 never overloa d your vehicle. Opera- tion of an overloa d e d vehicle coul d cause an acci d ent. Tire inspection the tires must be checked before each...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-22 6 tire information this motorcycle is equipped with tube- less tires, tire air valves and cast wheels. Tires age, even if they have not been used or have only been used occasion- ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall rubber, sometimes accompanied by carcas...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-23 6 “ b roken in”. Therefore, it is a d - visa b le b efore d oin g any hi g h- spee d ri d in g to ri d e conserva- tively for approximately 100 km (60 mi) after installin g a new tire. The tires must b e warme d up b efore a hi g h-spee d run. Always a d just...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-24 6 tip if the specified clutch lever free play cannot be obtained as described above, proceed as follows. 1. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in direction (a) to loos- en the clutch cable. 2. Remove cowlings a and b. (see page 6-8.) 3. Loosen ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-25 6 b rakin g performance, which may re- sult in loss of control an d an acci- d ent. Eau57070 brake li g ht switches for non-abs mo d els the brake light, which is activated by the brake pedal and brake lever, should come on just before braking takes effect. I...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-26 6 eau22393 checkin g the front an d rear b rake pa d s the front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals spec- ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Eau22421 front b rake pa d s each front brake pad is provided with a ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-27 6 rear b rake tip the rear brake fluid reservoir is located behind panel a. (see page 6-8.) warning ewa16011 improper maintenance can result in loss of b rakin g a b ility. O b serve these precautions: insufficient b rake flui d may al- low air to enter the b...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-28 6 eau22733 chan g in g the b rake flui d have a yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart. In addition, have the oil seals of the master cylinders and calipers as well as the brake hose...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-29 6 tip using the alignment marks on each drive chain puller, make sure that both chain pullers are in the same position for proper wheel alignment. 5. Take the motorcycle off the cen- terstand, and then put the side- stand down. 6. Tighten the axle nut, and th...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-30 6 may contain su b stances that coul d d ama g e the o-rin g s. [eca11112] eau23098 checkin g an d lu b ricatin g the ca b les the operation of all control cables and the condition of the cables should be checked before each ride, and the ca- bles and cable e...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-31 6 eau44274 checkin g an d lu b ricatin g the b rake an d shift pe d als the operation of the brake and shift pedals should be checked before each ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary. Brake pe d al shift pe d al eau23144 checkin g an...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-32 6 eau23215 checkin g an d lu b ricatin g the centerstan d an d si d estan d the operation of the centerstand and sidestand should be checked before each ride, and the pivots and metal-to- metal contact surfaces should be lubri- cated if necessary. Warning ewa...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-33 6 eaum1653 lu b ricatin g the swin g arm piv- ots the swingarm pivots must be lubricat- ed by a yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Eau23273 checkin g the front fork the condition and operation of the fr...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-34 6 eau45512 checkin g the steerin g worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger. Therefore, the operation of the steering must be checked as fol- lows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. 1. Place the vehicle on th...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-35 6 b urns. Avoi d any contact with skin, eyes or clothin g an d al- ways shiel d your eyes when workin g near b atteries. In case of contact, a d minister the fol- lowin g first aid. • external: flush with plenty of water. • internal: drink lar g e quan- titie...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-36 6 eau47173 replacin g the fuses the main fuse and the fuse boxes, which contain the fuses for the individ- ual circuits, are located under the seat. (see page 3-18.) tip to access the main fuse, remove the starter relay cover as shown. Xj6f xj6f xj6fa 1. Star...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-37 6 xj6fa if a fuse is blown, replace it as follows. 1. Turn the key to “off” and turn off the electrical circuit in question. 2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage. Warning! Do not use a fuse of a hi g her ampera g e r...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-38 6 eau47412 replacin g the hea d li g ht b ul b this model is equipped with a halogen bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows. Notice eca10651 take care not to d ama g e the follow- in g parts: hea d li g ht b ul b do not touch t...

  • Page 84

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-39 6 eau47022 replacin g the tail/ b rake li g ht b ul b 1. Remove the seat. (see page 3-18.) 2. Remove the tail/brake light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pulling it out. 4. Insert a new bulb...

  • Page 85

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-40 6 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in, and then turn it clock- wise until it stops. 4. Install the lens by installing the screw. Notice: do not over- ti g hten the screw, otherwise the lens may b reak. [eca11192] eau24314 replacin g the license p...

  • Page 86

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-41 6 eau39021 auxiliary li g ht b ul b if the auxiliary light does not come on, have a yamaha dealer check the elec- trical circuit or replace the bulb. Eau44792 front wheel (for non-abs mo d els) warning ewa14841 for the abs mo d el, have a yamaha d ealer remov...

  • Page 87

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-42 6 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...

  • Page 88

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-43 6 3. Place the motorcycle on the cen- terstand. 4. Remove the axle nut. 5. Push the wheel forward, and then remove the drive chain from the rear sprocket. Tip the drive chain does not need to be disassembled in order to remove and install the rear wheel. 6. W...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-44 6 4. Adjust the drive chain slack. (see page 6-28.) 5. Take the motorcycle off the cen- terstand so that the rear wheel is on the ground, and then put the sidestand down. 6. Tighten the axle nut, and then tighten the locknuts to the speci- fied torques. Eau25...

  • Page 90

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-45 6 eau42505 trou b leshootin g charts startin g pro b lems or poor en g ine performance check the fuel level in the fuel tank. 1. Fuel there is enough fuel. There is no fuel. Check the battery. Supply fuel. The engine does not start. Check the battery. Remove ...

  • Page 91

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-46 6 en g ine overheatin g warning ewat1041 do not remove the ra d iator cap when the en g ine an d ra d iator are hot. Scal d in g hot flui d an d steam may b e b lown out un d er pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en g ine h...

  • Page 92

    Motorcycle care and storage 7-1 7 eau37834 matte color caution notice eca15193 some mo d els are equippe d with matte colore d finishe d parts. Be sure to consult a yamaha d ealer for a d vice on what pro d ucts to use b e- fore cleanin g the vehicle. Usin g a b rush, harsh chemical pro d ucts or cl...

  • Page 93

    Motorcycle care and storage 7-2 7 off any d eter g ent resi d ue usin g plenty of water, as it is harmful to plastic parts. Do not use any harsh chemical pro d ucts on plastic parts. Be sure to avoi d usin g cloths or spon g es which have b een in contact with stron g or a b rasive cleanin g pro d u...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-3 7 windshield which does not affect your visibility and which cannot be easily recognized. After cleanin g 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...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-4 7 eau26183 stora g e short-term always store your motorcycle in a cool, dry place and, if necessary, protect it against dust with a porous cover. Be sure the engine and the exhaust sys- tem are cool before covering the mo- torcycle. Notice eca10811 storin g the motorc...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-5 7 tip make any necessary repairs before storing the motorcycle. U1cwe3e0.Book page 5 tuesday, june 11, 2013 9:08 am.

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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: 1185 mm (46.7 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) wei g ht: curb weight: xj6f 21...

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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: ...

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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 magneto battery: model: gt12b-4 voltage, capacity: 12 v, 10.0 ah h...

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    Consumer information 9-1 9 eau48613 i d entification num b ers 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 numb...

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    Index a abs (for abs models) .......................... 3-14 abs warning light (for abs models) ....... 3-7 air filter element, replacing................... 6-18 auxiliary light bulb ................................ 6-41 b battery .................................................. 6-34 brake and clu...

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    Index throttle grip free play, checking ...........6-20 tires ......................................................6-20 tool kit ....................................................6-2 troubleshooting ....................................6-44 troubleshooting charts.........................6-45 turn ...

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    U1cwe3e0.Book page 3 tuesday, june 11, 2013 9:08 am.

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    Printed in japan 2013.06-0.3×1 cr (e) dic183 printed on recycled paper original instructions.