YAMAHA XT660Z 2011 Owners Manual

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XT660Z
XT660ZA
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
DECLARATION of CONFORMITY
 

 



  
  
General manager of quality assurance div.
1Version up the norm of EN60950 to EN60950-1
To change company name27 Feb. 2006
1 Mar. 20072
3
Revision record
No. Contents Date
To change contact person and integrate type-designation. 9 Jun. 2005
Date of issue: 1 Aug. 2002
Place of issue: Shizuoka, Japan
R&TTE Directive(1999/5/EC)
EN300 330-2 v1.1.1(2001-6), EN60950-1(2001)
Two or Three-Wheel Motor Vehicles Directive(97/24/EC: Chapter 8, EMC) is in compliance with following norm(s) or documents:
Kind of equipment: IMMOBILIZER
Type-designation: 5SL-00 Hereby declare that the product:
Company: YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
Address: 1450-6, Mori, Mori-Machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-Ken, 437-0292 JapanWe
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the XT660Z - XT660ZA, 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 dependa-
bility.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your XT660Z - XT660ZA. The
Owner’s Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to
safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have
any further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most
current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcy-
cle and this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
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Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.
WARNING
INTRODUCTION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
TIP
NOTICE
WARNING
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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XT660Z - XT660ZA
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2010 by YAMAHA MOTOR ESPAÑA S.A.
1st edition, June 2010
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
YAMAHA MOTOR ESPAÑA S.A.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Spain.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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SAFETY INFORMATION .....................1-1
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-3
Controls and instruments .................2-5
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ........................................3-1
Immobilizer system ...........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-2
Indicator and warning lights .............3-4
Multi-function display .......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................3-9
Handlebar switches ..........................3-9
Pass switch ....................................3-10
Dimmer switch ...............................3-10
Horn switch ...................................3-10
Turn signal switch ..........................3-10
Hazard switch ................................3-10
Engine stop switch ........................3-10
Start switch ....................................3-10
Clutch lever .....................................3-11
Shift pedal.......................................3-11
Brake lever ......................................3-11
Brake pedal.....................................3-12
ABS (for ABS models) ....................3-12
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-13
Fuel .................................................3-14
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose .............................................3-15
Catalytic converters ........................3-16Seat.................................................3-16
Adjusting the front fork ...................3-17
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly .....................................3-18
Sidestand ........................................3-19
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-20
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 .................................6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system .........6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ............................6-4
Removing and installing panels........6-8
Checking the spark plug ..................6-9
Engine oil and oil filter element ......6-11
Coolant ...........................................6-14Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose ......6-15
Checking the engine idling speed ..6-16
Checking the throttle cable free
play ..............................................6-17
Valve clearance ...............................6-17
Tires ................................................6-17
Spoke wheels .................................6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ..............................................6-20
Checking the front and rear brake
pads.............................................6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-21
Drive chain slack.............................6-23
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ...................................6-24
Checking and lubricating the
cables ..........................................6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ...............6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal .................................6-26
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .....................................6-26
Lubricating the rear suspension .....6-27
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ....6-27
Checking the front fork ...................6-27
Checking the steering.....................6-28
Checking the wheel bearings .........6-29
Battery ............................................6-29
Replacing the fuses ........................6-31
Replacing a headlight bulb .............6-32
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Tail/brake light.................................6-33
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...6-34
Replacing the license plate light
bulb .............................................6-34
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb.....6-34
Supporting the motorcycle .............6-35
Front wheel .....................................6-36
Rear wheel ......................................6-37
Troubleshooting ..............................6-38
Troubleshooting charts ...................6-40
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE ............................................7-1
Matte color caution...........................7-1
Care ..................................................7-1
Storage .............................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ...............................8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION .............9-1
Identification numbers ......................9-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Be a Responsible Owner
As the vehicle’s owner, you are res-
ponsible for the safe and proper ope-
ration of your motorcycle.
Motorcycles are single-track vehicles.
Their safe use and operation are
dependent upon the use of proper
riding techniques as well as the
expertise of the operator. Every ope-
rator should know the following requi-
rements before riding this motorcycle.
He or she should:
Obtain thorough instructions
from a competent source on all
aspects of motorcycle operation.
Observe the warnings and main-
tenance requirements in this
Owner’s Manual.
Obtain qualified training in safe
and proper riding techniques.
Obtain professional technical
service as indicated in this
Owner’s Manual and/or when
made necessary by mechanical
conditions.
Safe Riding
Perform the pre-operation checkseach time you use the vehicle to
make sure it is in safe operating
condition. Failure to inspect or
maintain the vehicle properly
increases the possibility of an
accident or equipment damage.
See page 4-1 for a list of pre-ope-
ration checks.
This motorcycle is designed to
carry the operator and a passenger.
The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize motorcycles in
traffic is the predominating cause
of automobile/motorcycle acci-
dents. Many accidents have
been caused by an automobile
driver who did not see the
motorcycle. Making yourself
conspicuous appears to be very
effective in reducing the chance
of this type of accident.
Therefore:
• Wear a brightly colored jacket.
• Use extra caution when you
are approaching and passing
through intersections, since
intersections are the most
likely places for motorcycle
accidents to occur.• Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in anot-
her motorist’s blind spot.
Many accidents involve inexpe-
rienced operators. In fact, many
operators who have been invol-
ved in accidents do not even
have a current motorcycle licen-
se.
• Make sure that you are quali-
fied and that you only lend your
motorcycle to other qualified
operators.
• Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
• We recommend that you prac-
tice riding your motorcycle
where there is no traffic until
you have become thoroughly
familiar with the motorcycle
and all of its controls.
Many accidents have been cau-
sed by error of the motorcycle
operator. A typical error made by
the operator is veering wide on a
turn due to excessive speed or
undercornering (insufficient lean
angle for the speed).
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• Always obey the speed limit
and never travel faster than
warranted by road and traffic
conditions.
• Always signal before turning or
changing lanes. Make sure that
other motorists can see you.
The posture of the operator and
passenger is important for proper
control.
• The operator should keep both
hands on the handlebar and
both feet on the operator foo-
trests during operation to
maintain control of the
motorcycle.
• The passenger should always
hold onto the operator, the seat
strap or grab bar, if equipped,
with both hands and keep both
feet on the passenger foo-
trests. Never carry a passenger
unless he or she can firmly pla-
ce both feet on the passenger
footrests.
Never ride under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.Protective Apparel
The majority of fatalities from
motorcycle accidents are the result of
head injuries. The use of a safety hel-
met is the single most critical factor in
the prevention or reduction of head
injuries.
Always wear an approved hel-
met.
Wear a face shield or goggles.
Wind in your unprotected eyes
could contribute to an impair-
ment of vision that could delay
seeing a hazard.
The use of a jacket, heavy boots,
trousers, gloves, etc., is effective
in preventing or reducing abra-
sions or lacerations.
Never wear loose-fitting clothes,
otherwise they could catch on
the control levers, footrests, or
wheels and cause injury or an
accident.
Always wear protective clothing
that covers your legs, ankles, and
feet. The engine or exhaust sys-
tem become very hot during or
after operation and can cause
burns.
A passenger should also observe
the above precautions.
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing
carbon monoxide can cause heada-
ches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea,
confusion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless,
odorless, tasteless gas which may be
present even if you do not see or
smell any engine exhaust. Deadly
levels of carbon monoxide can collect
rapidly and you can quickly be over-
come and unable to save yourself.
Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxi-
de can linger for hours or days in
enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. If
you experience any symptoms of car-
bon monoxide poisoning, leave the
area immediately, get fresh air, and
SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.
Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine exhaust
with fans or open windows and
doors, carbon monoxide can
rapidly reach dangerous levels.
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