2000 YAMAHA YZF-R6 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU00152
Clutch leverThe clutch lever is located on the left
handlebar, and the ignition circuit cut-
off system is incorporated in the clutch
lever holder. Pull the clutch lever to the
handlebar to disengage the clutch, and
release the lever to engage the clutch.
The lever should be pulled rapidly and
released slowly for smooth clutch oper-
ation. (Refer to the engine starting pro-
cedures for a description of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)
EAU00157
Shift pedalThis motorcycle is equipped with a con-
stant-mesh 6-speed transmission.
The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch when shifting.
EAU00161
Front brake leverThe front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar and is equipped with a
brake lever adjusting dial. To activate
the front brake, pull the lever toward
the handlebar.
1. Shift pedal
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To adjust the front brake lever position,
turn the brake lever adjusting dial while
pulling the lever forward. Make sure the
setting on the brake lever adjusting dial
is aligned with the arrow mark.
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Rear brake pedalThe rear brake pedal is on the right
side of the motorcycle. Press down on
the brake pedal to apply the rear brake.
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Antitheft alarm (optional)An antitheft alarm can be equipped to
this motorcycle. Consult your Yamaha
dealer to obtain and install the alarm.
1. Lever position adjusting dial
2. Arrow mark
a. Lever distance
1. Rear brake pedal
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EAU02935
Fuel tank capTo open
Open the lock cover. Insert the key and
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will
be released and the cap can be
opened.
To close
Push the tank cap into position with the
key inserted. To remove the key, turn it
counterclockwise to the original posi-
tion. Then, close the lock cover.
NOTE:@ This tank cap cannot be closed unless
the key is in the lock. The key cannot
be removed if the cap is not locked
properly. @
EW000023
WARNING
@ Be sure the cap is properly installed
and locked in place before riding the
motorcycle. @
EAU01183
FuelMake sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of
the filler tube as shown in the illustra-
tion.
EW000130
WARNING
@ Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid
spilling fuel on the hot engine. Do
not fill the fuel tank above the bot-
tom of the filler tube or it may over-
flow when the fuel heats up later and
expands. @
1. Lock cover
2. Open
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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CAUTION:@ Always wipe off spilled fuel immedi-
ately with a dry and clean soft cloth.
Fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
es or plastic parts. @
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NOTE:@ If knocking or pinging occurs, use a dif-
ferent brand of gasoline or higher oc-
tane grade. @
EAU02955*
Fuel tank breather hoseThis model is equipped with a fuel tank
breather hose.
Before using this motorcycle:l
Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.
l
Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage and replace
it if damaged.
l
Make sure the end of the fuel tank
breather hose is not blocked and
clean it if necessary. Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
17 L
Reserve:
3.5 L
1. Fuel tank breather hose
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EAU02973
Starter (choke) “ ”Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture. A separate starter cir-
cuit supplies this mixture.
Move in direction
a to turn on the
starter (choke).
Move in direction
b to turn off the
starter (choke).
ECA00038
CAUTION:@ Do not use the starter (choke) for
more than 3 minutes as the exhaust
pipe may discolor from excessive
heat. Also, longer use of the starter
(choke) will cause afterburning. If af-
terburning occurs, turn off the
starter (choke). @
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SeatsRider seat
To removeLift up the rear corners of the seat as
shown and remove the bolts.
1. Starter (choke) “ ”
1. Bolt (´ 2)
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To install
Insert the projection on the front of the
seat into the seat holder and install the
bolts.Passenger seat
To remove
Insert the key into the seat lock and
turn it counterclockwise. While holding
the key in that position, lift up the front
of the seat and pull it forward.To install
Insert the projection on the rear of the
seat into the seat holder and push
down on the front of the seat.NOTE:@ Make sure that the seats are securely
fitted. @
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Passenger seat lock
2. Open
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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EAU00265
Helmet holderRemove the passenger seat and hook
the helmet into the helmet holder. Then
install the passenger seat.
EW000030
WARNING
@ Never ride with a helmet in the hel-
met holder. The helmet may hit ob-
jects, causing loss of control and
possibly an accident. @
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Storage compartmentThe storage compartment is located
under the passenger seat. (Refer to
page 3-15 for details on how to open
the seat.)
EW000033
WARNING
@ Do not exceed maximum load. Maxi-
mum load: 3 kg@
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Front fork adjustmentThis front fork is equipped with spring
preload and damping force adjusters.
EW000037
WARNING
@ Each fork leg must be set to the
same pressure. Uneven setting can
cause poor handling and loss of sta-
bility. @
1. Helmet holder
1. Storage compartment
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Adjusting spring preload
Turn the adjusting bolt in direction
a to in-
crease spring preload and in direction
b
to decrease spring preload. Align the
preferred setting with the top of the
front fork cap bolt.
EC000013
CAUTION:@ The grooves are provided to show
the adjustment level. Always keep
the adjustment level equal on both
fork legs. @
Adjusting rebound damping force
Turn adjusting screw in direction
a to
increase rebound damping force and in
direction
b to decrease rebound
damping force.CI-33E
1. Spring preload adjusting bolt
1. Setting position
2. Front fork cap boltCI-18E
Hard Soft
Adjusting
position
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Standard
1. Rebound damping force adjusting screwMinimum (soft) 9 clicks out*
Standard 6 clicks out*
Maximum (hard) 1 click out*
* From the fully turned-in position
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