Yamaha XJ6 / XJ6 Diversion F (RJ19 / RJ22) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
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According to the Yamaha XJ6 / XJ6 Diversion F (RJ19 / RJ22) (2009–2016) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2009–2016 Yamaha XJ6 / XJ6 Diversion F (RJ19 / RJ22) (chassis RJ19/RJ22/20S/36P) requires 2.5 L (2.64 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SG or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 2.8 L (2.96 US qt) with filter service (5GH-13440-80 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI front (120/70ZR17M/C (58W)) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (160/60ZR17M/C (69W)), paired with 4× NGK CR9E spark plug(s) and a YT12B-BS battery.
Drain only: 2.5 L (2.64 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~332 km (206 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 (Alt: SAE 15W-50 (Track)) · JASO MA2 · API SG or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 2.5 L (2.64 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 2.8 L (2.96 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 5GH-13440-80 / HF204 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 43 N·m (31.7 lb-ft / 4.38 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) · Rear: 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK CR9E × 4 (Gap: 0.6–0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YT12B-BS (12V 10.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 Sealed Chain — Maintain 45–55 mm slack and lube regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 600 cc · 77.5 hp @ 10,000 rpm · 59.7 N·m (44.0 lb-ft) @ 8,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 785 mm (30.9 in) · 215 kg (474 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 17 L (4.5 US gal) · ~19.5 km/L → ~332 km (206 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 6,000 km / 12,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 18,000 km / 18,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 40,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Retuned from the FZ6 for linear midrange torque (77.5 hp) with an underslung muffler and agile 160/60ZR17 rear tire, it sold as XJ6, Diversion, and full-faired Diversion F (FZ6R).
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Restoring a convenient right-side oil level sight window, refill 2.8 L with spin-on filter HF204 (2.5 L drain-only) of SAE 10W-40 JASO MA2 oil.