1989 Yamaha XJ 600

Yamaha XJ 600 1989


1989 Yamaha XJ 600 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model name Yamaha XJ 600
Year 1989
Category Sport touring
Rating 3.2  See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Engine type In-line four, four-stroke
Power 72.0 HP (52.6 kW)) @ 10000 RPM
Torque 53.9 Nm (5.5 kgf-m or 39.8 ft.lbs)
Top speed 198.0 km/h (123.0 mph)
Compression 10.0:1
Bore x stroke 58.5 x 55.7 mm (2.3 x 2.2 inches)
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Carburettor. 4 x Mikuni BS32
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition CDI
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Front suspension Telescopic forks
Rear suspension Monocross rising rate with 5-way preload.
Front tire 90/90-18
Rear tire 110/90-18
Front brakes Double disc. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter 267 mm (10.5 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
Diameter 267 mm (10.5 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 212.0 kg (467.4 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 212.0 kg (467.4 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.3396 HP/kg
Seat height 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel capacity 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Oil capacity 2.60 litres (2.75 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options Red/white, blue/white
Starter Electric
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Maintenance and service specs *
Engine oil SAE 20W-40
Brake fluid DOT 4
Spark plugs NGK DR8ES-L, NGK DR8EIX
Idle speed 1150-1250 RPM
Chain links 106
Sprockets 16/44 (front/rear)
Tire pressure front 26 PSI (1.8 Bar or 180 kPa)
Tire pressure rear 29 PSI (2 Bar or 200 kPa)
Fork tube size 36 mm (1.4 inches)
*) Always verify maintenance and service data with the bike owner's manual.
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