YAMAHA XJ600S 2000 Owner's Manual

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1. Steering lock
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Steering lock (for XJ600N)
To lock the steering
Turn the handlebars all the way to the
right and open the steering lock cover.
Insert the key and turn it 1/8 turn coun-
terclockwise. Then, push the key in while
turning the handlebars slightly to the left
and turn the key 1/8 turn clockwise.
Check that the steering is locked, re-
move the key and close the lock cover.
To unlock the steering
Insert the key, push it in and turn it 1/8
turn counterclockwise so that it moves
out. Then, release and remove the key.
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1. Left turn indicator light Ò Ó
2. High beam indicator light Ò Ó
3. Right turn indicator light Ò Ó
4. Neutral indicator light Ò Ó
5. Oil level indicator light Ò Ó
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Indicator lights
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Turn indicator lights Ò Ó / Ò Ó
The corresponding indicator flashes
when the turn switch is moved to the
left or right.
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Neutral indicator light Ò Ó
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
1. Neutral indicator light Ò Ó
2. Left turn indicator light Ò Ó
3. Right turn indicator light Ò Ó
4. High beam indicator light Ò Ó
5. Oil level indicator light Ò Ó
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High beam indicator light Ò Ó
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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Oil level indicator light Ò Ó
This indicator comes on when the oil
level is low. This light circuit can be
checked by the procedure on page 3-5.

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CAUTION:
Do not run the motorcycle until you
know it has sufficient engine oil.
NOTE:
Even if the oil is filled to the specified
level, the indicator light may flicker
when riding on a slope or during sud-
den acceleration or deceleration, but
this is normal.

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Oil level indicator circuit check
Turn the main switch to ÒONÓ and
the engine stop switch to Ò Ó.
Oil level indicator light
does not come on.Oil level indicator light
comes on.
Check engine oil level.
Oil level indicator light
comes on.Oil level indicator light
does not come on.
Engine oil level and
electrical circuit are OK.
Go ahead with riding.
Put the transmission in neutral
or apply the clutch lever, then
push the start switch.
Oil level
is OK.
Supply
engine oil.
Oil level
is low.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to
inspect electrical circuit.

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XJ600S
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
3. Trip odometer
4. Reset button
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Speedometer (for XJ600S)
The speedometer shows riding speed.
This speedometer is equipped with an
odometer and trip odometer. The trip
odometer can be reset to Ò0Ó with the
reset button. Use the trip odometer to
estimate how far you can ride on a tank
of fuel. This information will enable you
to plan fuel stops in the future.
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
3. Trip odometer
4. Reset knob
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Speedometer (for XJ600N)
The speedometer shows riding speed.
This speedometer is equipped with an
odometer and trip odometer. The trip
odometer can be reset to Ò0Ó with the
reset knob. Use the trip odometer to
estimate how far you can ride on a tank
of fuel. This information will enable you
to plan fuel stops in the future.

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XJ600S
1. Tachometer
2. Red zone (except for CH, A)
3. Red zone (for CH, A)
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Tachometer
This model is equipped with an electric
tachometer so the rider can monitor the
engine speed and keep it within the
ideal power range.
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CAUTION:
Do not operate in the red zone.
Red zone: 9,500 r/min and above
(except for CH, A)
8,500 r/min and above
(for CH, A)
1. Tachometer
2. Red zone (except for CH, A)
3. Red zone (for CH, A)1. Pass switch ÒPASSÓ
2. Dimmer switch
3. Hazard switch Ò Ó
4. Turn signal switch
5. Horn switch Ò Ó
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Handlebar switches
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Pass switch ÒPASSÓ
Press the switch to operate the passing
light.
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Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to Ò Ó for the high
beam and to Ò Ó for the low beam.

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Hazard switch Ò Ó
The hazard switch should be turned on
under emergency or hazardous condi-
tions. All turn signal lights will flash si-
multaneously when this switch is
turned on with the main switch in the
ÒONÓ or ÒPÓ position.
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CAUTION:
The battery can discharge from ex-
tended use, making it difficult to op-
erate the starter.
NOTE:
Turn on the hazard switch to warn oth-
er drivers if your motorcycle must be
stopped where it might be a traffic haz-
ard.
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Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push the
switch to Ò Ó. To signal a left-hand
turn, push the switch to Ò Ó. Once the
switch is released it will return to the
center position. To cancel the signal,
push the switch in after it has returned
to the center position.
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Horn switch Ò Ó
Press the switch to sound the horn.

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1. Engine stop switch
2. Lights switch
3. Start switch Ò Ó
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Engine stop switch
The engine stop switch is a safety de-
vice for use in an emergency such as
when the motorcycle overturns or if
trouble occurs in the throttle system.
Turn the switch to Ò Ó to start the en-
gine. In case of emergency, turn the
switch to Ò Ó to stop the engine.
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Lights switch
Turning the light switch to Ò Ó,
turns on the auxiliary light, meter lights
and taillight. Turning the light switch to
Ò Ó, turns the headlight on also.
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Start switch Ò Ó
The starter motor cranks the engine
when pushing the start switch.
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CAUTION:
See starting instructions prior to
starting the engine.
1. Clutch lever
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Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located on the left
handlebar, and the ignition circuit cut-
off system is incorporated in the clutch
lever holder. Pull the clutch lever to the
handlebar to disengage the clutch, and
release the lever to engage the clutch.
The lever should be pulled rapidly and
released slowly for smooth clutch oper-
ation. (Refer to the engine starting pro-
cedures for a description of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)

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1. Shift pedal
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Shift pedal
This motorcycle is equipped with a con-
stant-mesh 6-speed transmission.
The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch when shifting.
1. Front brake lever
2. Position adjusting nut
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Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar and is equipped with a
position adjuster. To activate the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar.
1. Position adjusting nut
2. Proper position
To adjust the front brake lever position,
turn the adjusting nut while pulling the
lever forward. Make sure the mark Ò Ó
on the adjusting nut is aligned with the
mark Ò Ó on the lever.

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1. Rear brake pedal
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Rear brake pedal
The rear brake pedal is on the right
side of the motorcycle. Press down on
the brake pedal to apply the rear brake.
1. Lock cover
2. Open
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Fuel tank cap
To open
Open the lock cover. Insert the key and
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will
be released and the cap can be
opened.
To close
Push the tank cap into position with the
key inserted. To remove the key, turn it
counterclockwise to the original posi-
tion. Then, close the lock cover.
NOTE:
This tank cap cannot be closed unless
the key is in the lock. The key cannot
be removed if the cap is not locked
properly.
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Be sure the cap is properly installed
and locked in place before riding the
motorcycle.

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1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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Fuel
Make sure 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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Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid
spilling fuel on the hot engine. Do
not fill the fuel tank above the bot-
tom of the filler tube or it may over-
flow when the fuel heats up later and
expands.
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CAUTION:
Always wipe off spilled fuel immedi-
ately with a dry and clean soft cloth.
Fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
es or plastic parts.
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NOTE:
If knocking or pinging occurs, use a dif-
ferent brand of gasoline or higher oc-
tane grade.Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with
a research octane number of 91
or higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
17.0 L
Reserve:
3.5 L
1. Fuel tank breather hose
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Fuel tank breather hose
(for Germany only)
This model is equipped with a fuel tank
breather hose. Before using this motor-
cycle, be sure to:
lCheck hose connection.
lCheck hose for cracks or damage.
Replace if damaged.
lMake sure the end of the hose is
not blocked. Clean it if necessary.