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Yamaha XJ6 Diversion (2009-2015) — Maintenance Specs

The XJ6 Diversion was Yamaha's budget 600 cc naked/half-faired all-rounder built on the detuned 77.9 kW XJ6S platform, sold in Europe (and as the FZ6R in North America with bodywork). It ran from 2009 to around 2015 with ABS (XJ6SA) as the popular option. Service numbers from the official 2011 EU owner's manual: 2.8 L of oil with the filter, 2.0 L of coolant, NGK CR9E plugs, a wide 45-55 mm chain slack and one of the few Yamahas with a genuinely two-tier tire pressure table - 33/36 psi solo rising to 36/42 psi at load. The unfaired XJ6 and Diversion F share identical data.

Quick specs

Oil capacity (with filter) 2.8 Lwith oil filter cartridge replacement 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil capacity (without filter) 2.5 Lwithout oil filter cartridge replacement 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil type Yamalube (recommended brand), API SG or higher, JASO MA 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil viscosity SAE 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, 20W-40 or 20W-50 (Yamalube, API SG or higher, JASO MA) 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Front tire pressure (solo) 33 psi225 kPa, 0-90 kg load 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Rear tire pressure (solo) 36 psi250 kPa, 0-90 kg load 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Spark plug NGK CR9Especified spark plug 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Spark plug gap 0.7-0.8 mm 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Maintenance schedule

Specification Value Source
Engine oil & filter initial 600 mi (1,000 km), then every 4,000 mi (7,000 km) or 6 months 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Brake fluid change every 2 years 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Fluids & capacities

Specification Value Source
Oil capacity (with filter) 2.8 Lwith oil filter cartridge replacement 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil capacity (without filter) 2.5 Lwithout oil filter cartridge replacement 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil type Yamalube (recommended brand), API SG or higher, JASO MA 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Oil viscosity SAE 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, 20W-40 or 20W-50 (Yamalube, API SG or higher, JASO MA) 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Coolant capacity 2 Lradiator incl. all routes, plus 0.25 L reservoir 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Brake fluid type (DOT) DOT 4 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Fuel capacity 17.3 L 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Torque specs

Specification Value Source
Oil drain plug 43 Nu00b7m 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Spark plug 13 Nu00b7m 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Electrical

Specification Value Source
Battery GT12B, 12V 10.0 Ah 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Headlight bulb 12V 60/55 W x 1 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Spark plug NGK CR9Especified spark plug 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Spark plug gap 0.7-0.8 mm 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Tires & wheels

Specification Value Source
Front tire size 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Rear tire size 160/60 ZR17M/C (69W) 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Front tire pressure (solo) 33 psi225 kPa, 0-90 kg load 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Rear tire pressure (solo) 36 psi250 kPa, 0-90 kg load 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Front tire pressure (two-up) 36 psi250 kPa, 90 kg to maximum load 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)
Rear tire pressure (two-up) 42 psi290 kPa, 90 kg to maximum load 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library)

Official manual

Owner's manual on Yamaha official site

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Frequently asked questions

How much oil does a Yamaha XJ6 Diversion take?
2.50 L without the filter, 2.80 L (2.96 US qt) with the oil filter cartridge, per the official manual.
What is the XJ6 Diversion tire pressure?
33 psi front / 36 psi rear solo (225/250 kPa), rising to 36/42 psi when loaded.
What spark plug does an XJ6 use?
NGK CR9E gapped at 0.7-0.8 mm, torqued to 13 Nu00b7m.
What battery does an XJ6 Diversion use?
A GT12B 12V 10 Ah sealed battery.

Sources

Value Source Checked
Oil capacity (with filter): 2.8 L 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Oil capacity (without filter): 2.5 L 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Oil type: Yamalube (recommended brand), API SG or higher, JASO MA 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1 (recommended engine oil)) 2026-11-03
Oil viscosity: SAE 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, 20W-40 or 20W-50 (Yamalube, API SG or higher, JASO MA) 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Coolant capacity: 2 L 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Brake fluid type (DOT): DOT 4 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Fuel capacity: 17.3 L 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Engine oil & filter: initial 600 mi (1,000 km), then every 4,000 mi (7,000 km) or 6 months 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Brake fluid change: every 2 years 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Oil drain plug: 43 Nu00b7m 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Spark plug: 13 Nu00b7m 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Battery: GT12B, 12V 10.0 Ah 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Headlight bulb: 12V 60/55 W x 1 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Spark plug: NGK CR9E 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Spark plug gap: 0.7-0.8 mm 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Front tire size: 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Rear tire size: 160/60 ZR17M/C (69W) 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Front tire pressure (solo): 33 psi 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Rear tire pressure (solo): 36 psi 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Front tire pressure (two-up): 36 psi 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Rear tire pressure (two-up): 42 psi 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
Chain Slack: 45-55 mm 2011 Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Owner's Manual (Yamaha Motor official library) (p. Specifications 9-1; Periodic maintenance 7-x) 2026-11-03
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