PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6
EAU00473
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
CP-01ENO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL
(1,000 km)EVERY
6,000 km
or
6 months
(whichever
comes first)12,000 km
or
12 months
(whichever
comes first)
1
*Fuel line• Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
• Replace if necessary.ÖÖ
2*Fuel filter• Check condition.
• Replace if necessary.Ö
3 Spark plugs• Check condition.
• Clean, regap or replace if necessary.ÖÖÖ
4*Valves• Check valve clearance.
• Adjust if necessary.Every 42,000 km or 42 months
(whichever comes first)
5 Air filter• Replace if necessary.ÖÖ
6Clutch• Check operation.
• Adjust or replace cable.ÖÖÖ
7*Front brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-5.)
• Correct accordingly.
• Replace brake pads if necessary.ÖÖÖ
8*Rear brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-5.)
• Correct accordingly.
• Replace brake pads if necessary.ÖÖÖ
9*Wheels• Check balance, runout and for damage.
• Rebalance or replace if necessary.ÖÖ
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU01821*
Air filterThe air filter element’s condition should
be checked at the specified intervals. It
should be checked more frequently if
you are riding in unusually wet or dusty
areas.
1. Remove the rider seat. (See page
3-15 for seat removal and installa-
tion procedures.)
2. Remove the bolts holding the fuel
tank.
3. Lift the fuel tank upward.4. Set the fuel cock to “OFF”.
5. Disconnect the fuel sender lead
coupler.
6. Disconnect the hoses.
NOTE:@ Before removing the hoses, mark them
to ensure that they will be reinstalled in
their correct positions. @
7. Tilt the front of the fuel tank back
away from the air filter case. Be
sure to support it as shown.
1. Bolt (´ 2)
1. Fuel cock
2. Hose (´ 2)
3. Fuel sender lead coupler
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6
EC000082*
CAUTION:@ l
Make sure the air filter element
is properly seated in the air filter
case.
l
The engine should never be run
without the air filter installed.
Excessive piston and/or cylin-
der wear may result.
@11. Reverse the removal procedure
for installation.
EW000131
WARNING
@ Make sure that the fuel hoses and
vacuum hose are properly connect-
ed, in place and not pinched. If a
hose is damaged, be sure to replace
it. @
EAU01335
Air intake ductCheck that the screen of the intake
duct is not blocked. Clean the screen if
necessary.1. Air intake duct
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8
EAU01038
8-SPECIFICATIONSSpecifications01E
Model YZF-R6
Dimensions
Overall length 2,025 mm (except for N, S, SF)
2,075 mm (for N, S, SF)
Overall width 690 mm
Overall height 1,105 mm
Seat height 820 mm
Wheelbase 1,380 mm
Ground clearance 135 mm
Minimum turning radius 3,400 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)
188 kg
Engine
Engine type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined parallel
4-cylinder
Displacement 600 cm
3
Bore ´ Stroke 65.5 ´ 44.5 mm
Compression ratio 12.4:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Wet sumpEngine oil
Ty p e
Recommended engine oil
classification API Service SE, SF, SG type or
higher
Quantity
Periodic oil change 2.5 L
With oil filter replacement 2.7 L
Total amount 3.5 L
-20˚ -10˚ 0˚
10˚20˚ 30˚
40˚50˚C
SAE 10W/30
SAE 15W/40SAE 20W/40SAE 20W/50
SAE 10W/40
CAUTION:Be sure to use motor oils that do not contain anti-fric-
tion modifiers. Passenger car motor oils (often labeled
“Energy Conserving”) contain anti-friction additives
which will cause clutch and/or starter clutch slippage,
resulting in reduced component life and poor engine
performance.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)
2.15 L
Air filterWet type element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 17 L
Fuel reserve amount 3.5 L
Carburetor
Type ´ quantity CVRD37 ´ 4
Manufacturer KEIHIN
Spark plug
Manufacturer/Type NGK / CR10EK
Gap 0.6 ~ 0.7 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.955
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 3.000
Transmission type Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation Left foot operationGear ratio
1st 2.846
2nd 1.947
3rd 1.556
4th 1.333
5th 1.190
6th 1.083
Chassis
Frame type Diamond
Caster angle 24°
Trail 81 mm
Tire
Front
Type Tubeless
Size 120/60 ZR17 (55 W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT56FE
Dunlop / D207FJ
Rear
Type Tubeless
Size 180/55 ZR17 (73 W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT56RE
Dunlop / D207N
Maximum load* 187 kg
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10-INDEXAAir filter .................................................. 6-17
Air intake duct ........................................ 6-19
Antitheft alarm (optional) ........................ 3-12BBattery ................................................... 6-33
Brake and clutch lever lubrication........... 6-31
Brake fluid replacement ......................... 6-28
Brake light switch adjustment ................. 6-25
Brake pedal lubrication........................... 6-30CCable inspection and lubrication ............ 6-30
Carburetor adjustment ........................... 6-20
Care.........................................................7-1
Changing the coolant ............................. 6-14
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .................................................... 6-26
Clutch lever ............................................ 3-11
Clutch lever free play adjustment ........... 6-25
Controls/Instruments ................................2-3
Cooling system ...................................... 6-13
Cowling and panel removal and
installation .............................................6-6
Cowlings A and B ....................................6-6DDiagnosis device......................................3-9
Digital speedometer .................................3-7
Dimmer switch .........................................3-9
Drive chain lubrication ............................ 6-29
Drive chain slack adjustment.................. 6-29
Drive chain slack check.......................... 6-28
EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-5
Engine oil .............................................. 6-10
Engine stop switch................................. 3-10FFront brake lever ................................... 3-11
Front fork adjustment............................. 3-17
Front fork inspection .............................. 6-32
Front wheel installation .......................... 6-38
Front wheel removal .............................. 6-37
Fuel ....................................................... 3-13
Fuel indicator light ................................... 3-2
Fuel indicator light circuit check ............... 3-6
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-14
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-13
Fuse replacement.................................. 6-34GGive safety the right of way ..................... 1-1HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-9
Dimmer switch ................................... 3-9
Engine stop switch ........................... 3-10
Horn switch ...................................... 3-10
Light switch ...................................... 3-10
Pass switch ........................................ 3-9
Start switch ...................................... 3-10
Turn signal switch ............................ 3-10
Headlight bulb replacement ................... 6-35
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-17
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ........................................... 3-10
IIdentification number records ...................9-1
Idle speed adjustment ............................6-20
Indicator lights ..........................................3-2
Fuel indicator light...............................3-2
High beam indicator light ....................3-2
Neutral indicator light ..........................3-2
Oil level/coolant temperature
indicator light....................................3-3
Turn indicator light ..............................3-2
Inspecting the brake fluid level ...............6-27KKey identification number .........................9-1LLeft view...................................................2-1
Light switch ............................................3-10
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-23MMain switch/Steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level/coolant temperature indicator
light ........................................................3-3
Oil level / coolant temperature indicator
light circuit check ...................................3-5PPanel C ....................................................6-8
Parking.....................................................5-5
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