YAMAHA XT600E 2002 Owners Manual

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SPECIFICATIONS
8
Air pressure (cold tire)
up to 90 kg load*
Front 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm
2, 1.50 bar)
Rear 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 1.50 bar)
90 kg load–Maximum
load*
Front 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 1.50 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 2.25 bar)
Off-road riding
Front 125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm2, 1.25 bar)
Rear 125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm2, 1.25 bar)
High speed riding
Front 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 1.50 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 2.25 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Front
Type Spoke wheel
Size 21 ×1.85
Rear
Type Spoke wheel
Size 17 ×MT2.50 or
17 M/C ×MT2.50Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Front
Type Telescopic fork
Rear
Type Swingarm (new monocross)
Shock absorber
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 225 mm
Rear 200 mm
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SPECIFICATIONS
8
Electrical
Ignition system T.C.I. (Digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 13.5A @ 5,000 rpm
Battery
Type YTX9-BS
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 8 AH
Headlight bulb typeHalogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage ×quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55W ×1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21W ×1
Auxiliary light 12 V, 4W ×1
12 V, 3.4W ×1 (GB only)
Front flasher light 12 V, 21W ×2
Rear flasher light 12 V, 21W ×2
Meter lighting 12 V, 3.4W ×1
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 3.4W ×1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 3.4W ×1
Turn indicator light 12 V, 3.4W ×1
Fuse20A
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SPECIFICATIONS
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EAU03941
Conversion tableConversion table
Conversion tableAll specification data in this manual are listed in SI and
METRIC UNITS.
Use this table to convert METRIC unit data to
IMPERIAL unit data.
Ex.
METRIC MULTIPLIER IMPERIAL
** mm×0.03937 = ** in
2 mm×0.03937 = 0.08 in
METRIC TO IMPERIAL
Metric unit Multiplier Imperial unit
m•kgf 7.233 ft•lb
Torquem•kgf 86.794 in•lb
cm•kgf 0.0723 ft•lb
cm•kgf 0.8679 in•lb
Weightkg 2.205 lbg 0.03527 oz
Speed km/hr 0.6214 mph
km 0.6214 mi
m 3.281 ft
Distance m 1.094 yd
cm 0.3937 in
mm 0.03937 in
cc (cm
3) 0.03527 oz (IMP liq.)
Volume, cc (cm3) 0.06102 cu•in
capacity L (liter) 0.8799 qt (IMP liq.)
L (liter) 0.2199 gal (IMP liq.)
kgf/mm 55.997 lb/in
Misc. kgf/cm
2
14.2234 psi (lb/in
2)
Centigrade (°C)
9/5 + 32
Fahrenheit (°F)
CONVERSION TABLE
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
Identification numbers ...................................................................... 9-1
Key identification number ................................................................. 9-1
Vehicle identification number ............................................................ 9-1
Model label ....................................................................................... 9-2
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9-1
EAU01039
CONSUMER INFORMATION
9
EAU02944
Identification numbersIdentification numbersRecord the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and
model label information in the spaces
provided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the
vehicle is stolen.
1. KEY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
2. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
3. MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU01043
Vehicle identification numberVehicle identification numberThe vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
cycle with the licensing authority in
your area.
1
1. Vehicle identification number
EAU01041
Key identification numberKey identification numberThe key identification number is
stamped into the key tag.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided and use it for reference when
ordering a new key.
1
1. Key identification number
1
6
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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EAU01050
Model labelModel labelThe model label is affixed to the
frame under the seat. (See page 3-9
for seat removal and installation pro-
cedures.) Record the information on
this label in the space provided. This
information will be needed when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer.
1
1. Model label
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INDEX
E
Engine break-in ..................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed ............................. 6-15
Engine oil and oil filter element ........... 6-10
Engine, starting a warm ......................... 5-2
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-22
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-29
Front wheel........................................... 6-37
Installing ............................................ 6-37
Removing .......................................... 6-37
Fuel ....................................................... 3-6
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-8
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-6
Fuse, replacing .................................... 6-32
H
Handlebar switches ............................... 3-3
Light switch ......................................... 3-3
Pass switch ......................................... 3-3
Dimmer switch .................................... 3-3
Turn signal switch ............................... 3-3
Horn switch ......................................... 3-3
Engine stop switch .............................. 3-4
Start switch ......................................... 3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-33
Helmet holder ...................................... 3-10
I
Identification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-12
Indicator lights ....................................... 3-2
High beam indicator light .................... 3-2
Neutral indicator light .......................... 3-2
Turn signal indicator light .................... 3-2
K
Key identification number ...................... 9-1
M
Main switch/steering lock ...................... 3-1
Model label ............................................ 9-2
P
Parking .................................................. 5-5
Part locations ......................................... 2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .................................................... 6-3
Pre-operation check list ......................... 4-1
R
Rear brake light switch, adjusting ........ 6-22
Rear suspension, lubricating ............... 6-29
Rear wheel ........................................... 6-39
Removing .......................................... 6-39
Install ................................................ 6-40
S
Seat ....................................................... 3-9
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-5
Shift points (for Switzerland only) .......... 5-3
Shifting .................................................. 5-3
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 3-10
Sidestand ............................................ 3-11
A
Air filter element, cleaning ................... 6-13
B
Battery ................................................. 6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ......................................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ......................................... 6-28
Brake fluid level, checking ................... 6-23
Brake fluid, changing ........................... 6-24
Brake lever ............................................ 3-5
Brake lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-21
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-5
Brake pedal position, adjusting ........... 6-21
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-27
Carburetor, adjusting ........................... 6-14
Care ....................................................... 7-1
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-4
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .......... 6-20
Conversion table ................................... 8-5
Cowling and panels, removing and
installing .............................................. 6-6
D
Drive chain slack ................................. 6-25
Checking ........................................... 6-25
Adjusting ........................................... 6-25
Drive chain, lubricating ........................ 6-26
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Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-28
Spark plug, checking ............................. 6-8
Specifications ........................................ 8-1
Speedometer unit .................................. 3-2
Starter (choke) knob .............................. 3-9
Starting the engine ................................ 5-1
Steering, checking ............................... 6-30
Storage .................................................. 7-4
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-36
T
Tachometer ........................................... 3-3
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ............. 6-35
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ....... 6-16
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ......................................... 6-27
Tires .................................................... 6-16
Tool kit ................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ................................... 6-41
Troubleshooting chart .......................... 6-42
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ........... 6-35
V
Valve clearance, adjusting .................. 6-16
Vehicle identification number ................ 9-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking ................... 6-30
Wheels ................................................ 6-19
INDEX
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OWNER’S MANUAL
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