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XT 600 E

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MotoLibrary Score
48 /100 Balanced
Power/Weight
0.29 hp/kg
Top Speed
148 km/h
Torque
48 Nm
Engine
595 ccm

1992 Yamaha XT 600 E Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Yamaha's enduro - offroad motorcycle platform, the 1992 Yamaha XT 600 E features a 595 cc (36.3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 45 HP (32.8 kW) at 6,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 48 Nm (35.4 lb-ft) at 5,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 75.6 HP per liter and a 1,250 rpm working window between peak torque (5,250 rpm) and peak power (6,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the XT 600 E measures 177 kg (390 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.25 HP/kg (3.93 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 855 mm (33.7 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,440 mm (56.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 13-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 148 km/h (92 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 13 indexed model years from 1990 to 2003, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
75.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.25 HP/kg (3.93 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,250–6,500 rpm
Standover Height
855 mm (33.7 in)
Engine
Displacement 595.0 ccm (36.31 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 45.0 HP (32.8 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Torque 48.0 Nm (4.9 kgf-m or 35.4 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM
Compression 8.5:1
Bore x Stroke 95.0 x 84.0 mm (3.7 x 3.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Carburettor
Fuel Control Overhead Cams (OHC)
Ignition CDI / Transistorized
Lubrication Wet sump forced lubrication
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Multiplate wet clutch, cable/hydraulic operated
Driveline O-ring / X-ring chain final drive
Chain Size 520
Performance
Top Speed 148.0 km/h (92.0 mph)
Chassis
Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Swingarm with linkage and adjustable monoshock
Wheelbase 1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground Clearance 230 mm (9.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 90/90-21
Rear Tyre 120/90-17
Front Tire Pressure 1.5 bar (22 psi)
Rear Tire Pressure 1.5 bar (22 psi)
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Wheels Wire spoked wheels with aluminium rims
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 156.0 kg (343.9 pounds)
Weight incl. 177.0 kg (390.2 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.2885 HP/kg
Seat Height 855 mm (33.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 13.00 litres (3.43 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 2.00 litres (0.53 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 1.70 litres (1.80 US quarts)
Service & Fluids
Engine Oil SAE 10W-40 Synthetic 4T (API SL/SN / JASO MA2)
Brake Fluid DOT 4
Spark Plugs NGK CR8E / CR9E /CR9EH-9
Battery 12V 10Ah / 12Ah (YTX9-BS / YTX12-BS / YT12A-BS)
Other
Starter Electric
Electrical 12V 10Ah / 12Ah (YTX9-BS / YTX12-BS / YT12A-BS)
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Off-Road & Adventure
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85.5 cm / 33.7 in
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Manageable weight for most riders
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