Table Of Contents - Yamaha XJ6 2008 Owner's Manual

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