YAMAHA XJ600S 2001 Owner's Guide

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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.To install the seat
Insert the projections on the front of the
seat into the seat holder, push the rear
of the seat down to lock it in place, and
then remove the key.
NOTE:@ Make sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding. @
1. Starter (choke) lever
1. Unlock.
1. Projection (´ 2)
2. Seat holder
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Helmet holders The helmet holders are located under
the seat.
To secure a helmet to a helmet holder
1. Remove the seat. (See page 3-12
for seat removal and installation
procedures.)
2. Attach the helmet to the helmet
holder, and then securely install
the seat.
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WARNING
@ Never ride with a helmet attached to
a helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of
control and possibly an accident. @To release a helmet from a helmet
holder
Remove the seat, remove the helmet
from the helmet holder, and then install
the seat.
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Storage compartment This storage compartment is designed
to hold a genuine Yamaha U-LOCK.
(Other locks may not fit.) When placing
a U-LOCK in the storage compartment,
securely fasten it with the straps. When
the U-LOCK is not in the storage com-
partment, be sure to secure the straps
to prevent losing them.
When storing the owner’s manual or
other documents in the storage com-
partment, be sure to wrap them in a
plastic bag so that they will not get wet.
When washing the motorcycle, be
careful not to let any water enter the
storage compartment.
1. Helmet holder (´ 2)
1. Strap for U-LOCK (´ 2)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly This shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring.
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CAUTION:@ Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum
or minimum settings. @
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring in direction
a. To de-
crease the spring preload and thereby
soften the suspension, turn the adjust-
ing ring in direction
b.NOTE:@ Align the appropriate notch in the ad-
justing ring with the position indicator
on the shock absorber. @CI-01EEAU00315
WARNING
@ This shock absorber contains high-
ly pressurized nitrogen gas. For
proper handling, read and under-
stand the following information be-
fore handling the shock absorber.
The manufacturer cannot be held re-
sponsible for property damage or
personal injury that may result from
improper handling.l
Do not tamper with or attempt to
open the gas cylinder.
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Do not subject the shock ab-
sorber to an open flame or other
high heat sources, otherwise it
may explode due to excessive
gas pressure.
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Do not deform or damage the
gas cylinder in any way, as this
will result in poor damping per-
formance.
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Always have a Yamaha dealer
service the shock absorber.
@
1. Spring preload adjusting ring
2. Position indicator
1. Special wrench
Minimum
(soft)Stan-
dardMaximum (hard)
Setting1234567
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Luggage strap holders There are four luggage strap holders:
one on each passenger footrest brack-
et and one below each side of the seat.
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Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
motorcycle upright.NOTE:@ The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
cuts the ignition in certain situations.
(See further down for an explanation of
the ignition circuit cut-off system.) @
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WARNING
@ The motorcycle must not be ridden
with the sidestand down, or if the
sidestand cannot be properly
moved up (or does not stay up), oth-
erwise the sidestand could contact
the ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss of
control. Yamaha’s ignition circuit
cut-off system has been designed to
assist the operator in fulfilling the
responsibility of raising the side-
stand before starting off. Therefore,
check this system regularly as de-
scribed below and have a Yamaha
dealer repair it if it does not function
properly. @
1. Luggage strap holder (´ 4)Left
Right
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Ignition circuit cut-off system The ignition circuit cut-off system (com-
prising the sidestand switch, clutch
switch and neutral switch) has the fol-
lowing functions.l
It prevents starting when the trans-
mission is in gear and the side-
stand is up, but the clutch lever is
not pulled.
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It prevents starting when the trans-
mission is in gear and the clutch
lever is pulled, but the sidestand is
still down.
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It cuts the running engine when
the sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.
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WARNING
@ l
The vehicle must be placed on
the centerstand during this in-
spection.
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If a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the sys-
tem before riding.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”.
3. Turn the key to “ON”.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NO
NOTE:This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YESYES NO
The system is OK.
The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES NO
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Pre-operation check list ..................................................................... 4-1
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4-PRE-OPERATION CHECKSThe condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly,
even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss
of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thorough visual inspec-
tion, to check the following points before each ride.
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Front brake
• Check operation, fluid level and fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.6-19–6-21
Rear brake6-18–6-21
Clutch• Check operation, condition and free play.
• Adjust if necessary.6-17–6-18
Throttle grip and housing• Check smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-13, 6-24
Engine oil• Check oil level.
• Fill with oil if necessary.6-7–6-10
Drive chain• Check chain slack and condition.
• Adjust if necessary.6-21–6-23
Wheels and tires• Check tire pressure, wear and damage.6-14–6-17,
6-33–6-36
Control and meter cables• Check smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-23
Brake and shift pedal
shafts• Check smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-24
Brake and clutch lever
pivots• Check smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-25
Center and sidestand
pivots• Check smooth operation.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-25
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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NOTE:@ Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very
short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved. @
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WARNING
@ If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the motorcycle. @ Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
Fuel• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.3-9–3-10
Lights, signals and
switches• Check proper operation. — ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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