XJ900F Maintenance Info

Engine

Spark plugs

TypeNGK BPR8ES
Electrode gap0.7 to 0.8 mm

Valve clearances (COLD engine)

Intake0.11 to 0.15 mm
Exhaust0.16 to 0.20 mm

Engine idle speed

31 A model1100 ± 50 rpm
All other models1050 ± 50 rpm

Carburettor vacuum at idle speed (synchronisation vacuum range)

31A model225 to 235 mm Hg
All other models215 to 225 mm Hg
Cylinder numbering (from left side to right side of the bike)1-2-3-4 (4 cylinder)
Firing order1 -2-4-3 (4 cylinder)

Cylinder compression

Standard142 psi (9.8 Bar)
Maximum171 psi (11.7 Bar)
Minimum114 psi (7.8 Bar)
Maximum difference between cylinders14 psi (0.98 Bar)

Miscellaneous

Freeplay adjustments

Throttle grip3 to 7 mm
Choke shaft2 to 3 mm
Front brake lever5 to 8 mm
Rear brake pedal20 to 30 mm
Clutch lever2 to 3 mm
Brake pedal position (distance below top of footrest)27 to 33 mm
Brake pad minimum thickness (front and rear)0.5 mm
Tyre pressures (cold)FrontRear
Up to 198 Ib (90 kg) load32 psi (2.3 Bar)36 psi (2.5 Bar)
Over 198 Ib (90 kg) load36 psi (2.5 Bar)42 psi (2.9 Bar)
High speed riding36 psi (2.5 Bar) 42 psi(2.9 Bar)
Tyre tread depth (minimum) - see Daily (pre-ride) checks>1.6mm>1.6mm

Front fork air pressure - 31 A model only

Standard6 psi (0.4 Bar)
Minimum0 psi (0 Bar)
Maximum17 psi (1.2 Bar)

Alternator brush length

New17mm
Service limit10 mm

Torque settings

Spark plugs20 Nm
YICS blanking plug22 Nm
Oil drain plug43 Nm
Oil filter housing centre bolt15 Nm
Valve cover bolts10 Nm
Steering stem nut110 Nm
Steering head bearing adjuster nut10 to 12 Nm
Front brake master cylinder clamp bolts9 Nm
Front fork top bolt23 Nm
Top yoke fork clamp bolts20 Nm
Swingarm pivot bolt (left side)100 Nm
Swingarm pivot adjuster bolt (right side)5 to 6 Nm
Swingarm pivot adjuster bolt locknut (right side)100 Nm
Alternator cover bolts12 Nm

Recommended lubricants and fluids

Engine/transmission oil typeAPI grade SE or SF (minimum) motor oil

Engine/transmission oil viscosity

Winter (temperatures not above 15°C)SAE10W30
Summer (temperatures not below 5°C)SAE20W40
Engine/transmission oil capacity
Oil change only2.5litres
Oil and filter change2.8litres
Following engine overhaul - dry engine, new filter3.6 litres
Final drive oil typeSAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil or SAE 80W90 Hypoid gear oil
Final drive oil capacity0.2litres
Front fork oil typeSAE5W forkoil

Front fork oil capacity (per fork)

31 A model286 ± 4 cc
All other models276 cc

Front fork oil level

31 A model164 mm*
All other models348 mm*
Brake fluidDOT 3 or DOT 4
* level is measured from the top of the tube with the fork spring removed and the leg fully compressed.

Miscellaneous

Wheel bearingsLightweight lithium-soap based grease
Rear suspension bearingsLightweight lithium-soap based grease
Cables, lever and stand pivot pointsMotor oil
Throttle gripMulti-purpose grease or dry film lubricant
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