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Yamaha XT 600Z Ténéré

Make Model	Yamaha XT 600Z Ténéré 3AJ
Year	1989
Engine	Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve
Capacity	595 cc / 36.3 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	95 x 84 mm
Cooling System	Air/oil cooled,
Compression Ratio	8.5:1
Oil Capacity	2.4 Litres
Induction	27mm Dual stage Teikei Y 27 PV carburetor
Ignition	CDI
Starting	Electric
Max Power	46 hp / 34 kW @ 6000 rpm
Max Power Rear Tyre	38.0 hp @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque	4.5 kgf-m / 51 Nm @ 5750 rpm
Transmission	5 Speed
Final Drive	520 Chain, 106 link
Front Suspension	Telescopic forks.
Front Wheel Travel	255 mm / 10.0 in
Rear Suspension	Rising-rate oil/gas monoshock adjustable for preload and rebound
Rear Wheel Travel	225 mm / 8.8 in
Front Brakes	Single 267mm disc
Rear Brakes	Single 220mm disc
Front Tyre	3.00 S21
Rear Tyre	120/80 S18
Dimensions	Length 2290 mm / 90.1 in Width 835 mm / 32.8 in Height 1340 mm / 52.7 in
Wheelbase	1460 mm / 57.4 in
Seat Height	890 mm / 35.0 in
Ground Clearance	255 / 10.0 in
Dry Weight	165 kg / 363.7 lbs
Wet Weight	185 kg / 407.8 lbs
Fuel Capacity	23 Litres / 6.0 US gal
Reserve	3.2 Litres
Consumption Average	18.2 km/lit
Braking 60 - 0 / 100 - 0	14.4 m / 42.4 m
Standing ¼ Mile	14.2 sec / 144.3 km/h
Top Speed	162.0 km/h / 100.6 mph
Road Test	Adventure Group test Motosprint 1989 Motosprint Group Test 1989

Third generation: Full protection

A complete redesign made the third generation of XT600Z, with type code 3AJ, look remarkably different and again closer to the Rally versions. The large frame-mounted fairing with dual headlights was novel in this category and fitted neatly with the 23 liters fuel tank. The engine saw some significant changes like a modified cylinder head, and the cylinder body had larger cooling fins. For increased cooling the engine lubrication system was changed and the front mudguard lowered. A disc brake improved the rear brake power.

Altogether the 86/87 model badly damaged the reputation of the Ténéré as a reliable travel companion. By attacking only the symptoms one does not solve the fundamental problem.

Therefore in 1988, with the third model, more major modifications were made. This model is commonly referred to as the 3AJ model in many countries.

A frame-mounted fairing with twin headlights and a small screen provided better travel comfort. The small shaky speedo and tacho were replaced by large round instruments. The rear wheel received a disc brake. The overheating problems of the 86/87 model were eliminated with the transfer of the front mudguard to directly over the wheel. Also the cooling fin surface area was increased by one third. In addition, the lubrication circuit was optimised and fifth gear was strengthened. Thus the Ténéré again became a reliable long-distance touring companion.