1985-2000 Yamaha XT350/XT350S/XT350L Service Manual
Technical service reference for XT350 singles including intake valve clearance specs (0.08-0.12mm) and clutch friction plate wear limits (2.5mm). Complete engine, chassis, and electrical system diagnostics.
Yamaha Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Yamaha XT350, XT350S, XT350L, XT350LC, XT350C, XT350E
Model Years: 1985–2000
Technical Data:
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Engine type: DOHC 4-valve with balancer and Y.D.I.S. (Yamaha Dual-Intake System)
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Intake valve cold clearance: 0.08–0.12 mm (0.003–0.005 in)
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Exhaust valve cold clearance: 0.13–0.17 mm (0.005–0.007 in)
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Ignition timing: 12° B.T.D.C. at 1,400 r/min
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Spark plug gap: 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.032 in)
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Fork oil capacity: 319 cm³ (11.2 Imp oz) per leg
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Fork oil level: 226 mm (8.90 in)
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Battery capacity: 12 V / 3 AH (GM3-3B/FB3L-B)
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Oil capacity (periodic change): 1.3 L (1.14 Imp qt)
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Oil capacity (filter replacement): 1.4 L (1.23 Imp qt)
Yamaha Manual Features & Content Preview
Technical Scope for the Yamaha XT350 (1985–2000)
- Covers 1985–2000 Yamaha XT350 and XT350S/L/LC/C/E variants equipped with the 4-valve DOHC engine and Y.D.I.S. carburetor configuration
- Original OEM publication, Yamaha Motor Corp. U.S.A., Second Edition (January 1985)
- Contains 24 technical illustrations, component diagrams, and full system wiring schematics
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- High-resolution layout ready for standard letter or A4 workshop printing
- Fully searchable OCR text layer lets you find a specific torque spec in seconds
Document Structure and Workshop Utility
Yamaha XT350 Mechanical Documentation
The 1985–2000 Yamaha XT350 service guide provides the exact factory specifications needed to maintain the engine and unique intake system. Forget guessing values on the bench. This 28-page OEM manual delivers straight, searchable data for the cylinder head, camshaft assembly, and valve train geometry. You get precise clearance specs for shim-under-bucket adjustments, alongside complete breakdowns of the lubrication system, crankcase ventilation, and transmission shifter.
Before beginning any hands-on shop work, always secure your motorcycle on a stable stand and refer directly to these factory parameters to ensure personal safety and prevent component damage. Since this manual is an instant download, you can pull up the PDF on a tablet right at your toolbox and start diagnosing immediately.
Component Reference Values
Electrical troubleshooting is streamlined through detailed pinouts for the C.D.I. magneto assembly, pickup coil resistance values, and ignition timing charts (set at 12° B.T.D.C. at 1,400 r/min). Chassis setups include factory air pressure baselines, rear shock damping adjustments, and hydraulic brake layouts.
The reference tables list crucial fluid capacities, such as the exact 319 cm³ fork oil requirement per cylinder leg, plus intake valve clearances (0.08–0.12 mm). Every vital torque value for engine and chassis fasteners is included. For an overview of what an OEM service publication covers regarding these technical baselines, this indexed document serves as the definitive resource.
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