YAMAHA YZF600 2000 Owners Manual

SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Rear
Ty p e Tu b e l e s s
Size 160/60 ZR17 (69 W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT57
Dunlop / D204
Metzeler / MEZ1
Michelin / MACADAM 90X
Maximum load* 180 kg (except for A, CH, S)
178 kg (for A, CH, S)
Air pressure (cold tire)
Up to 90 kg load*
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm
2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
90 kg load ~ maximum
load*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
High speed riding
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
* Load is total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories.Wheels
Fr on t
Ty p e C a s t
Size 17 ´ MT 3.50
Rear
Ty p e C a s t
Size 17 ´ MT 5.00
Brakes
Fr on t
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot operation
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Fr on t
Ty p e Te l e s c o p i c f o r k
Rear
Type Swingarm (link suspension)
Shock absorbers
Front Coil spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / gas-oil damper
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Wheel travel
Front 130 mm
Rear 120 mm
Electrical system
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 18.5 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type YTX12-BS
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 10 AH
Headlight type
Quartz bulb (halogen)
Bulb voltage, wattage
´ quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ´ 1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ´ 1
Auxiliary light 12 V, 4 W ´ 1
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ´ 4
Meter light 12 V, 1.7 W ´ 4
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
Oil level indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
Turn indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
Fuel indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Headlight fuse 20 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Fan fuse 7.5 A
Ignition fuse 7.5 A
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-5
8
EAU01064
HOW TO USE THE CONVERSION TABLECS-02E All 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
CONVERSION TABLE
METRIC TO IMPERIAL
Metric unit Multiplier Imperial unit
Torquem·kg
m·kg
cm·kg
cm·kg7.233
86.794
0.0723
0.8679ft·lb
in·lb
ft·lb
in·lb
Weightkg
g2.205
0.03527lb
oz
Speed km/hr 0.6214 mph
Distancekm
m
m
cm
mm0.6214
3.281
1.094
0.3937
0.03937mi
ft
yd
in
in
Volume /
Capacitycc (cm3)
cc (cm3)
lt (liter)
lt (liter)0.03527
0.06102
0.8799
0.2199oz (IMP liq.)
cu·in
qt (IMP liq.)
gal (IMP liq.)
Misc.kg/mm
kg/cm2
Centigrade (
°C)55.997
14.2234
9/5 + 32 lb/in
psi (lb/in
2)
Fahrenheit (
°F)
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9
CONSUMER INFORMATION
Identification number records ............................................................. 9-1
Key identification number ................................................................... 9-1
Vehicle identification number.............................................................. 9-1
Model label ......................................................................................... 9-2
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9-1
9
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9-CONSUMER INFORMATION
EAU02944
Identification number recordsRecord the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and mod-
el label information in the spaces pro-
vided for assistance when ordering
spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or
for reference in case the vehicle is sto-
len.
1. KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:CA-02E2. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:CA-02E3. MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:CA-01EEAU01041
Key identification numberThe key identification number is
stamped on the key tag. Record this
number in the space provided and use
it for reference when obtaining a new
key.
EAU01043
Vehicle 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 state. @
1. Key identification number
1. Vehicle identification number
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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9
EAU01050
Model labelThe model label is affixed to the frame
under the seat. (See page 3-14 for seat
removal procedures.) Record the infor-
mation on this label in the space pro-
vided. This information will be needed
to order spare parts from your Yamaha
dealer.1. Model label
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10-INDEXAAir filter ..................................................6-15
Air intake duct ........................................6-17
Air vent hose .......................................... 6-17
Antitheft alarm (optional) .......................... 3-7BBattery ................................................... 6-32
Brake and clutch lever lubrication........... 6-29
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ............ 6-29
Brake fluid replacement ......................... 6-26
Brake light switch adjustment ................. 6-24CCable inspection and lubrication ............ 6-28
Carburetor adjustment ...........................6-17
Care.........................................................7-1
Changing the coolant ............................. 6-13
Checking the front and
rear brake pads ................................... 6-25
Clutch lever .............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play adjustment ........... 6-23
Controls/Instruments ................................2-3
Coolant temperature gauge ..................... 3-8
Cooling system ...................................... 6-12
Cowling A and B ......................................6-5
Cowling C ................................................6-7
Cowling and panel removal and
installation .............................................6-5
DDiagnosis device ..................................... 3-7
Dimmer switch ......................................... 3-8
Drive chain lubrication ........................... 6-28
Drive chain slack adjustment ................. 6-27
Drive chain slack check ......................... 6-27EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-5
Engine oil ................................................ 6-9
Engine stop switch................................... 3-9FFront brake lever ................................... 3-10
Front fork adjustment............................. 3-16
Front fork inspection .............................. 6-30
Front wheel installation .......................... 6-36
Front wheel removal .............................. 6-35
Fuel ....................................................... 3-11
Fuel indicator circuit check....................... 3-5
Fuel indicator light ................................... 3-2
Fuel tank breather hose
(for Germany only) .............................. 3-13
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-11
Fuse replacement.................................. 6-33GGive safety the right of way ..................... 1-1
HHandlebar switches ..................................3-8
Dimmer switch ....................................3-8
Engine stop switch..............................3-9
Horn switch.........................................3-8
Lights switch .......................................3-9
Pass switch ........................................3-8
Start switch .........................................3-9
Turn signal switch ...............................3-8
Headlight bulb replacement....................6-33
Helmet holder.........................................3-15
High beam indicator light ..........................3-3
Horn switch ..............................................3-8IIdentification number records ...................9-1
Idle speed adjustment ............................6-18
Indicator lights ..........................................3-2
Fuel indicator light...............................3-2
High beam indicator light ....................3-3
Neutral indicator light ..........................3-2
Oil level indicator light .........................3-2
Turn indicator light ..............................3-3
Inspecting the brake fluid level ...............6-25KKey identification number .........................9-1LLeft view...................................................2-1
Lights switch ............................................3-9
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-21
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INDEX
MMain switch/steering lock ......................... 3-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2NNeutral indicator light ............................... 3-2OOil level indicator circuit check ................. 3-4
Oil level indicator light .............................. 3-2PParking .................................................... 5-6
Pass switch ............................................. 3-8
Periodic maintenance and lubrication ...... 6-2
Pre-operation check list ........................... 4-1RRear brake pedal ................................... 3-10
Rear brake pedal height adjustment ...... 6-23
Rear shock absorber adjustment ........... 3-18
Rear suspension lubrication................... 6-30
Rear wheel installation........................... 6-38
Rear wheel removal............................... 6-37
Recommended combinations of the
front fork and the rear shock
absorber settings................................. 3-20
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)............................. 5-5
Right view................................................ 2-2
SSeat ...................................................... 3-14
Shifting .................................................... 5-4
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-10
Sidestand .............................................. 3-21
Sidestand/clutch switch operation
check .................................................. 3-22
Sidestand lubrication ............................. 6-29
Spark plugs ............................................. 6-7
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer .......................................... 3-6
Starter (choke) “ ” ............................. 3-13
Starting a warm engine ........................... 5-4
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-9
Steering inspection................................ 6-31
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment............................ 3-15TTachometer............................................. 3-6
Tail/brake light bulb replacement ........... 6-35
Throttle cable and grip lubrication.......... 6-28
Throttle cable free play inspection ......... 6-18
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .......... 5-5
Tires...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-39
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-40
Turn indicator light................................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb replacement ......... 6-35
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-8
VValve clearance adjustment ................... 6-19
Vehicle identification number ................... 9-1WWheel bearings...................................... 6-31
Wheels .................................................. 6-22
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