Yamaha XJ6 2008 User manual

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XJ6NY
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the XJ6NY, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design
and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your XJ6NY. The Owner’s Manual does
not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and oth-
ers from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this
manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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XJ6NY
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2008 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, October 2008
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT
LABELS .............................................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ..................2-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................3-1
Left view ..........................................3-1
Right view ........................................3-2
Controls and instruments.................3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................4-1
Immobilizer system .........................4-1
Main switch/steering lock ................4-2
Indicator and warning lights ............4-4
Multi-function meter unit .................4-7
Handlebar switches ......................4-11
Clutch lever ...................................4-12
Shift pedal .....................................4-13
Brake lever ...................................4-13
Brake pedal ..................................4-13
Fuel tank cap ................................4-14
Fuel ...............................................4-14
Catalytic converter ........................4-16
Seat ..............................................4-16
Helmet holder ...............................4-17
Storage compartment ...................4-18
Handlebar position ........................4-18
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................4-19
Sidestand ......................................4-20
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 4-20
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 5-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 6-1
Starting the engine ......................... 6-1
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 6-3
Engine break-in .............................. 6-3
Parking ........................................... 6-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 7-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 7-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 7-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 7-3
Removing and installing the
cowling and panels ..................... 7-7
Checking the spark plugs ............... 7-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .....7-9
Coolant ......................................... 7-12
Replacing the air filter element ..... 7-16
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 7-17
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 7-18
Valve clearance ........................... 7-18
Tires ............................................. 7-19
Cast wheels ................................. 7-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 7-21
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 7-22
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 7-23
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-23
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-24
Drive chain slack .......................... 7-25
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 7-26
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 7-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 7-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 7-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 7-28
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 7-29
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 7-29
Checking the front fork ................. 7-29
Checking the steering .................. 7-30
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-30
Battery ......................................... 7-31
Replacing the fuses ..................... 7-32
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Replacing the headlight bulb ........7-33
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb ...........................................7-35
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ...........................................7-36
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ...........................................7-36
Replacing the auxiliary light
bulb ...........................................7-37
Supporting the motorcycle ............7-38
Front wheel ...................................7-38
Rear wheel ...................................7-39
Troubleshooting ............................7-41
Troubleshooting charts .................7-42
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE ..........................................8-1
Matte color caution .........................8-1
Care ................................................8-1
Storage ...........................................8-3
SPECIFICATIONS .............................9-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION...........10-1
Identification numbers ..................10-1
Motorcycle noise regulation
(for Australia) ............................10-2
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of
your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label
is available from your Yamaha dealer.
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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Before you operate this vehicle, read the owner’s manual.
Prima di usare il veicolo, leggete il manuale di istruzioni.
Lire le manuel du propriétaire avant d’utiliser ce véhicule.
Lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung bevor Sie dieses Fahrzeug fahren.
Antes de conducir este vehículo, lea el Manual del Propietario.
5PA-21568-01
as follows.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Be a Responsible Owner
As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon-
sible for the safe and proper operation
of your motorcycle.
Motorcycles are single-track vehicles.
Their safe use and operation are de-
pendent upon the use of proper riding
techniques as well as the expertise of
the operator. Every operator should
know the following requirements before
riding this motorcycle.
He or she should:
●Obtain thorough instructions from
a competent source on all aspects
of motorcycle operation.
●Observe the warnings and mainte-
nance requirements in this Own-
er’s Manual.
●Obtain qualified training in safe
and proper riding techniques.
●Obtain professional technical ser-
vice as indicated in this Owner’s
Manual and/or when made neces-
sary by mechanical conditions.
Safe Riding
Perform the pre-operation checks each
time you use the vehicle to make sure it
is in safe operating condition. Failure to
inspect or maintain the vehicle properly
increases the possibility of an accident
or equipment damage. See page 5-1
for a list of pre-operation checks.
●This motorcycle is designed to car-
ry the operator and a passenger.
●The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize motorcycles in traf-
fic is the predominating cause of
automobile/motorcycle accidents.
Many accidents have been caused
by an automobile driver who did
not see the motorcycle. Making
yourself conspicuous appears to
be very effective in reducing the
chance of this type of accident.
Therefore:
•Wear a brightly colored jacket.
•Use extra caution when you are
approaching and passing
through intersections, since in-
tersections are the most likely
places for motorcycle accidents
to occur.
•Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.
●Many accidents involve inexperi-
enced operators. In fact, many op-
erators who have been involved in
accidents do not even have a cur-
rent motorcycle license.
•Make sure that you are qualified
and that you only lend your
motorcycle to other qualified op-
erators.
•Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
•We recommend that you prac-
tice riding your motorcycle
where there is no traffic until you
have become thoroughly famil-
iar with the motorcycle and all of
its controls.
●Many accidents have been caused
by error of the motorcycle opera-
tor. A typical error made by the op-
erator is veering wide on a turn
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