steering wheel YAMAHA XJ6-N 2014 Owners Manual

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
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ................................... 3-21 Sidestand ...................................... 3-22
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-22
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 the
cowling and panels ...................... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-9
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-10
Coolant.......................................... 6-13
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-16
Adjusting the engine idling speed ......................................... 6-18 Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-18
Valve clearance............................. 6-19
Tires .............................................. 6-19
Cast wheels .................................. 6-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 6-22
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-22
Brake light switches ..................... 6-23
Checking the front and rear brake pads ................................ 6-24
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-24
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-26
Drive chain slack........................... 6-26
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-27
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-28
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-29
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-30
Lubricating the swingarm pivots......................................... 6-30
Checking the front fork ................. 6-31
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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EAU23273
Checking the front forkThe condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the con dition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoi d injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
NOTICE
ECA10591
If any d amage is foun d or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23284
Checkin g the steerin gWorn 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 a stand under the engine to raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 6-41 for more
information.) WARNING! To
avoi d injury, securely support
the vehicle so there is no dan ger
of it fallin g over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
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