fuel YAMAHA XJ600N 2001 Owners Manual

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2-DESCRIPTION Left view (XJ600S)1. Fuel cock (page 3-11)
2. Helmet holder (page 3-13)
3. Fuse box (page 6-29)
4. Luggage strap holders (page 3-15)
5. Seat lock (page 3-12)6. Rear shock absorber spring
preload adjusting ring (page 3-14)
7. Shift pedal (page 3-8)
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view (XJ600S)8. Tail/brake light
9. Storage compartment (page 3-13)
10. Seat (page 3-12)
11. Fuel tank (page 3-9)
12. Headlight (page 6-30)
13. Brake pedal (page 3-9)
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DESCRIPTION
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Left view (XJ600N)1. Steering lock (page 3-3)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-11)
3. Helmet holder (page 3-13)
4. Fuse box (page 6-29)
5. Luggage strap holders (page 3-15)6. Seat lock (page 3-12)
7. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-14)
8. Shift pedal (page 3-8)
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view (XJ600N)9. Tail/brake light
10. Storage compartment (page 3-13)
11. Seat (page 3-12)
12. Fuel tank (page 3-9)
13. Headlight (page 6-30)
14. Brake pedal (page 3-9)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ..................................... 3-1
Steering lock (for XJ600N).................................... 3-3
Indicator lights ..................................................... 3-3
Speedometer unit (for XJ600S) ........................... 3-4
Speedometer unit (for XJ600N) ........................... 3-5
Tachometer .......................................................... 3-5
Handlebar switches ............................................. 3-6
Clutch lever .......................................................... 3-7
Shift pedal ............................................................ 3-8
Brake lever .......................................................... 3-8
Brake pedal .......................................................... 3-9
Fuel tank cap ....................................................... 3-9Fuel ................................................................... 3-10
Fuel tank breather hose (for Germany only) ..... 3-10
Fuel cock ........................................................... 3-11
Starter (choke) lever .......................................... 3-12
Seat ................................................................... 3-12
Helmet holders .................................................. 3-13
Storage compartment ....................................... 3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ............ 3-14
Luggage strap holders ...................................... 3-15
Sidestand .......................................................... 3-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............................. 3-16
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Oil level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ”
and turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position or pull the clutch lever.
3. Push the start switch. If the warn-
ing light does not come on while
pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit.
NOTE:@ Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when riding on
a slope or during sudden acceleration
or deceleration, but this is not a mal-
function. @
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Speedometer unit (for XJ600S) The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer, an odometer and a
tripmeter. The speedometer shows
riding speed. The odometer shows the
total distance traveled. The tripmeter
shows the distance traveled since it
was last set to zero with the reset but-
ton. The tripmeter can be used to esti-
mate the distance that can be traveled
with a full tank of fuel. This information
will enable you to plan future fuel stops.
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. Left turn indicator light “ ”
3. Right turn indicator light “ ”
4. High beam indicator light “ ”
5. Oil level warning light “ ”XJ600N
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
3. Tripmeter
4. Reset buttonXJ600S
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Speedometer unit (for XJ600N) The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer, an odometer and a
tripmeter. The speedometer shows
riding speed. The odometer shows the
total distance traveled. The tripmeter
shows the distance traveled since it
was last set to zero with the reset knob.
The tripmeter can be used to estimate
the distance that can be traveled with a
full tank of fuel. This information will en-
able you to plan future fuel stops.
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Tachometer The electric tachometer allows the rider
to monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range.
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CAUTION:@ Do not operate the engine in the ta-
chometer red zone.
Red zone: 9,500 r/min and above
(except for CH, A)
8,500 r/min and above
(for CH, A)@
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
3. Tripmeter
4. Reset knobXJ600N
1. Tachometer
2. Red zone (except for CH, A)
3. Red zone (for CH, A)XJ600S
1. Tachometer
2. Red zone (except for CH, A)
3. Red zone (for CH, A)XJ600N
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Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
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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 re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into position
with the key inserted in the lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
NOTE:@ The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly closed and locked. @
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WARNING
@ Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding. @
1. Brake pedal
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
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Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown in the illustra-
tion.
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WARNING
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Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
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Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
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CAUTION:@ Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
es or plastic parts.@
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NOTE:@ If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use
gasoline of a different brand or with a
higher octane grade. @
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Fuel tank breather hose
(for Germany only) Before operating the motorcycle:l
Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.
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Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if damaged.
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Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather hose is not blocked
and clean it if necessary.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
17.0 L
Reserve amount:
3.5 L
1. Fuel tank breather hose
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetors while also filter-
ing it.
The fuel cock lever positions are ex-
plained as follows and shown in the il-
lustrations.
ON
With the fuel cock lever in this position,
fuel flows to the carburetors when the
engine is running. Turn the fuel cock le-
ver to this position when starting the
engine and riding.RES
This indicates reserve. With the fuel
cock lever in this position, the fuel re-
serve is made available. Quickly turn
the fuel cock lever to this position if you
run out of fuel while riding, otherwise
the engine may stall and will have to be
primed (see “PRI”). After turning the
fuel cock lever to “RES”, refuel as soon
as possible and be sure to turn the fuel
cock lever back to “ON”!PRI
This indicates prime. With the fuel cock
lever in this position, the engine can be
“primed”. Turn the fuel cock lever to
this position when the engine has been
allowed to run out of fuel. This sends
fuel directly to the carburetors, which
will make starting easier. After the en-
gine has started, be sure to turn the le-
ver to “ON” (or “RES” if you have not
refueled yet). 1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”Normal position
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”Reserve position
1. Arrow mark positioned over “PRI”Prime position
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