lock YAMAHA XJ600N 2002 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. Shock absorber assembly
spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-14)
7. Shift pedal (page 3-8)
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Controls and instruments (XJ600S)14. Clutch lever (page 3-7)
15. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6)
16. Starter (choke) lever (page 3-12)
17. Speedometer unit (page 3-4)
18. Tachometer (page 3-5)
19. Right handlebar switches (page 3-7)
20. Brake lever (page 3-8)
21. Throttle grip (page 6-13)
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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. Shock absorber assembly spring
preload adjusting ring (page 3-14)
8. Shift pedal (page 3-8)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ..................................... 3-1
Steering lock (for XJ600N).................................... 3-3
Indicator and warning 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) ..... 3-11
Fuel cock ........................................................... 3-11
Starter (choke) lever .......................................... 3-12
Seat ................................................................... 3-12
Helmet holders .................................................. 3-13
Storage compartment ....................................... 3-14
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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3-INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK (for XJ600S)
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steeringPush the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
XJ600S
XJ600N
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WARNING
@ Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the motorcycle is
moving, otherwise the electrical
systems will be switched off, which
may result in loss of control or an
accident. Make sure that the motor-
cycle is stopped before turning the
key to “OFF” or “LOCK”. @
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(Parking) (for XJ600S)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
and auxiliary light are on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “”.
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CAUTION:@ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge. @
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P (Parking) (for XJ600N)
The taillight and auxiliary light are on,
but all other electrical systems are off.
The key can be removed.
The key must be pushed in, and then
released before it can be turned to “P”.
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CAUTION:@ Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.@
1. Push.
2. Turn.XJ600S
1. Push.
2. Release.
3. Turn.XJ600N
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Steering lock (for XJ600N)To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebar all the way to
right.
2. Open the steering lock cover, and
then insert the key.
3. Turn the key 1/8 turn counter-
clockwise, push it in while turning
the handlebar slightly to the left,
and then turn the key 1/8 turn
clockwise.
4. Check that the steering is locked,
remove the key, and then close
the lock cover.To unlock the steering
1. Open the steering lock cover, and
then insert the key.
2. Push the key in, turn it 1/8 turn
counterclockwise so that it moves
out, and then release it.
3. Remove the key, and then close
the lock cover.
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Indicator and warning lights
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Turn signal indicator lights “”
and “”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
1. Steering lock
1. Left turn signal indicator light “”
2. High beam indicator light “”
3. Right turn signal indicator light “”
4. Neutral indicator light “”
5. Oil level warning light “”XJ600S
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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 tank breather hose
(for Germany only) Before operating the motorcycle:

Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.


Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if damaged.


Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather hose is not blocked
and clean it if necessary.
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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”!
1. Fuel tank breather hose
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”ON: Normal position
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”RES: Reserve position
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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).
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Starter (choke) lever “” Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction
a to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction
b to turn off
the starter (choke).
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Seat To remove the seat
Insert the key into the seat lock, turn it
counterclockwise, and then pull the
seat off.
1. Arrow mark positioned over “PRI”PRI: Prime position
1. Starter (choke) lever “”
1. Unlock.
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