Category:
Middleweight Sport Touring Motorcycle
Target Audience:
Enthusiasts seeking performance, comfort, and versatility for commuting and touring.
Key Competitors:
Suzuki Bandit 600S, Honda CBF600S, Kawasaki ZZR600.
Design Philosophy:
Balanced performance, rider comfort, and practicality for everyday use and light touring.
Engine:
Complete engine overhaul, diagnosis, and repair procedures.
Cooling System:
Radiator, coolant, water pump, thermostat maintenance and repair.
Fuel System:
Carburetor specifications, adjustment, cleaning, and repair.
Chassis:
Frame, suspension (front and rear forks, shock absorber), steering, and wheels.
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, ignition system, lighting, charging system, starter, battery, and electronic components.
Brakes:
Brake system components, hydraulic lines, calipers, master cylinders, and brake fluid.
Exhaust System:
Exhaust pipes, mufflers, and related components.
Lubrication System:
Oil pump, oil passages, and oil filter.
Maintenance:
Periodic inspections, adjustments, lubrication, and fluid changes.
Repair:
Step-by-step repair instructions for all major components and systems.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures and solutions for common and uncommon issues.
Disassembly Assembly:
Complete disassembly and reassembly instructions for the entire motorcycle.
Specifications Setting:
Torque specifications, clearances, and adjustment procedures.
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering detailed engine rebuilds, carburetor tuning, electrical diagnostics, and chassis overhauls.
Engine Type:
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, inline 4-cylinder
Displacement:
599 cc (36.5 cu. in.)
Bore X Stroke:
62.0 mm x 49.6 mm (2.44 in x 1.95 in)
Compression Ratio:
12.5:1
Horsepower:
Approx. 95 hp @ 11,000 rpm (subject to regional tuning)
Torque:
Approx. 62 Nm (45.7 lb-ft) @ 9,500 rpm (subject to regional tuning)
Fuel Delivery:
4x Mikuni CVKD32 carburetors
Fuel Tank Capacity:
20 Liters (5.3 US gal)
Oil Type:
Yamalube 4 (or equivalent SAE 10W-40 API SG or higher)
Oil Capacity:
3.4 Liters (3.6 US qt) without filter change; 3.7 Liters (3.9 US qt) with filter change.
Front Brakes:
Dual 298 mm discs, hydraulic dual-action calipers
Rear Brakes:
Single 245 mm disc, hydraulic single-action caliper
Lighting:
Halogen headlight, LED taillight
Instrument Cluster:
Analog tachometer and speedometer, LCD multi-function display (odometer, trip meter, clock).
ABS:
Not typically available on this model year unless specified as an option for certain markets.
Connectivity Features:
None (basic motorcycle electronics).
Oil Change Interval:
Every 6,000 km (3,700 miles) or 6 months, whichever comes first.
Valve Clearance Interval:
Every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 12,000 km (7,500 miles).
Coolant:
Permanent type antifreeze coolant (ethylene glycol based, 50% mixture with distilled water)
Common Wear Items:
Clutch plates, brake pads, chain and sprockets, fork seals, carburetor diaphragm wear.
Potential Problems:
Carburetor synchronization drift, occasional stator failures, regulator/rectifier issues (common to many motorcycles of this era).