fuel YAMAHA YZF600 2000 User Guide

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 thoroughly accom-
plished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
WARNING
If any item in the PRE-OPERATION CHECK 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.3-11 ~ 3-13
Lights, signals and
switches• Check for proper operation. 6-33 ~ 6-35
Air intake duct• Check that the screen is not clogged.
• Clean if necessary.— ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
Starting the engine ............................................................................. 5-1
Starting a warm engine ...................................................................... 5-4
Shifting ............................................................................................... 5-4
Recommended shift points (for Switzerland only) .............................. 5-5
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .................................................... 5-5
Engine break-in .................................................................................. 5-5
Parking ............................................................................................... 5-6
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51. Turn the main switch to “ON” and
the engine stop switch to “ ”.
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CAUTION:@ If the fuel indicator light comes on,
check the fuel level. If necessary, fill
the tank with fuel. @2. Shift the transmission into neutral.NOTE:@ When the transmission is in neutral, the
neutral indicator light should be on. If
the light does not come on, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect it. @3. Turn on the starter (choke) and
completely close the throttle grip.
4. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.
NOTE:@ If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, then
try again. Each attempt should be as
short as possible to preserve the bat-
tery. Do not crank the engine more
than 10 seconds on any one attempt. @
EC000036
CAUTION:@ The oil level indicator light and fuel
indicator light should come on when
the start switch is pushed and
should go off when the start switch
is released. If the oil level indicator
light flickers or remains on, immedi-
ately stop the engine and check the
engine oil level and for oil leakage. If
necessary, fill the engine with oil
and check to see that the oil level in-
dicator light goes off. If not, consult
a Yamaha dealer. @
5. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) to the halfway posi-
tion.NOTE:@ For maximum engine life, never accel-
erate hard with a cold engine! @6. After the engine is warm, turn off
the starter (choke) completely.NOTE:@ The engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off. @
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Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)The recommended shift points are
shown in the table below.CF-26ENOTE:@ When shifting two gears down from 5th
to 3rd, bring your motorcycle to a
speed of 35 km/h. @
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumptionYour motorcycle’s fuel consumption
depends to a large extent on your
riding style. The following tips can help
reduce fuel consumption:l
Warm up the engine before riding.
l
Turn off the starter (choke) as
soon as possible.
l
Shift up swiftly and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
l
Do not double-clutch or rev the en-
gine while shifting down and avoid
high engine speeds with no load
on the engine.
l
Turn off the engine instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time, i.e. in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or railroad crossings.
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Engine break-inThere is never a more important period
in the life of your motorcycle than the
period between zero and 1,000 km. For
this reason we ask that you carefully
read the following material. Because
the engine is brand new, you must not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1,000 km. The various parts in the en-
gine wear and polish themselves to the
correct operating clearances. During
this period, prolonged full throttle oper-
ation, or any condition which might re-
sult in excessive heating of the engine,
must be avoided.
Acceleration shift point
(km/h)
1st®2nd
2nd®3rd
3rd®4th
4th®5th
5th®6th20
30
40
50
60
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
CP-01ENO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL
(1,000 km)EVERY
6,000 km
or
6 months
(whichever
comes first)12,000 km
or
12 months
(whichever
comes first)
1
*Fuel line• Check fuel hoses and vacuum hose for cracks or damage.
• Replace if necessary.ÖÖ
2*Fuel filter• Check condition.
• Replace if necessary.Ö
3 Spark plugs• Check condition.
• Clean, regap or replace if necessary.ÖÖÖ
4*Valves• Check valve clearance.
• Adjust if necessary.Every 42,000 km or 42 months
(whichever comes first)
5 Air filter
• Clean or replace if necessary.ÖÖ
6Clutch• Check operation.
• Adjust or replace cable.ÖÖÖ
7*Front brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)
• Correct accordingly.
• Replace brake pads if necessary.ÖÖÖ
8*Rear brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)
• Correct accordingly.
• Replace brake pads if necessary.ÖÖÖ
9*Wheels• Check balance, runout and for damage.
• Rebalance or replace if necessary.ÖÖ
10*Tires• Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.ÖÖ
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Changing the coolant1. Put the motorcycle on a level place.
2. Remove the seat. (See page 3-14
for removal and installation proce-
dures.)
3. Remove cowling C. (See page 6-7
for removal and installation proce-
dures.)
4. Remove the bolts and the coolant
reservoir.
5. Drain the coolant from the coolant
reservoir.
6. Remove cowlings A and B. (See
page 6-5 for removal and installa-
tion procedures.)7. Remove the fuel tank bolts, then
lift the fuel tank upward. (Do not
remove the fuel hoses.)
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WARNING
@ l
Support the fuel tank carefully
during this procedure.
l
Do not tilt the fuel tank too
much or pull it too hard because
the fuel hose connections may
become loose causing fuel
leakage.
@
8. Remove the right air intake duct by
loosening and removing the screw
clamps.
1. Bolt (´ 2)
2. Coolant reservoir
1. Bolt (´ 2)
1. Screw clamp (´ 2)
2. Right air intake duct
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NOTE:@ If you find any leaks, ask a Yamaha
dealer to inspect. @18. Install the right air intake duct, then
install and tighten the screw
clamps.
19. Install the fuel tank and fuel tank
bolts.
20. Install the coolant reservoir and
bolts.
21. Fill the coolant reservoir with the
recommended coolant to the
specified level.
22. Install cowlings A and B.
23. Install cowling C.
24. Install the seat.
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Air filterThe air filter should be cleaned at the
specified intervals. It should be cleaned
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the seat.
2. Remove the bolts holding the fuel
tank.
3. Lift the fuel tank upward and posi-
tion it away from the air filter case.
(Do not remove the fuel hoses.)
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WA R N I N G
@ l
Support the fuel tank carefully
during this procedure.
l
Do not tilt the fuel tank too
much or pull it too hard because
the fuel hose connections may
become loose causing fuel
leakage.
@4. Remove the screws holding the air
filter case cover.
1. Bolt (´ 2)
1. Air filter case cover
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6 5. Pull out the air filter.
6. Remove the air filter from its guide
and clean it with solvent. After
cleaning, squeeze the air filter to
remove the remaining solvent.7. Apply recommended oil to the en-
tire surface of the filter and
squeeze out the excess oil. The air
filter should be wet but not drip-
ping.
EC000082
CAUTION:@ l
Make sure the air filter is prop-
erly seated in the air filter case.
l
The engine should never be run
without the air filter installed.
Excessive piston and/or cylin-
der wear may result.
@8. Reverse the removal procedures
for installation.
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WA R N I N G
@ Make sure that the fuel hoses and
vacuum hose are properly connect-
ed, in place and not pinched. If a
hose is damaged, be sure to replace
it. @
1. Air filter element
2. Air filter guide
Recommended oil:
SAE 10W30 type SE motor oil
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Valve clearance adjustmentThe correct valve clearance changes
with use, resulting in improper fuel/air
supply or engine noise. To prevent this,
the valve clearance must be adjusted
regularly. This adjustment however,
should be left to a professional
Yamaha service technician.
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TiresTo ensure maximum performance,
long service and safe operation, note
the following:
Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire pres-
sure before operating the motorcycle.
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WARNING
@ Tire inflation pressure should be
checked and adjusted when the
temperature of the tire equals the
ambient air temperature. Tire infla-
tion pressure must be adjusted ac-
cording to total weight of cargo,
rider, passenger, and accessories
(fairing, saddlebags, etc. if approved
for this model), and vehicle speed. @
CE-33EMaximum load*180 kg (except for A, CH, S)
178 kg (for A, CH, S)
Cold tire pressure Front Rear
Up to 90 kg load*225 kPa
(2.25 kg/cm
2,
2.25 bar)250 kPa
(2.50 kg/cm
2,
2.50 bar)
90 kg Maximum load*250 kPa
(2.50 kg/cm
2,
2.50 bar)290 kPa
(2.90 kg/cm
2,
2.90 bar)
High speed riding250 kPa
(2.50 kg/cm
2,
2.50 bar)290 kPa
(2.90 kg/cm
2,
2.90 bar)
* Load is the total weight of cargo, rider, passenger
and accessories.
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TroubleshootingAlthough Yamaha motorcycles receive
a rigid inspection before shipment from
the factory, trouble may occur during
operation.
Any problem in the fuel, compression,
or ignition systems can cause poor
starting and loss of power. The trouble-
shooting chart describes a quick, easy
procedure for making checks.
If your motorcycle requires any repair,
bring it to a Yamaha dealer. The skilled
technicians at a Yamaha dealership
have the tools, experience, and know-
how to properly service your motor-
cycle. Use only genuine Yamaha parts
on your motorcycle. Imitation parts may
look like Yamaha parts, but they are of-
ten inferior. Consequently, they have a
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