2001 YAMAHA YZF600 tires

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-5
76. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand/
centerstand.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C or more than 30 °C. For
more information on storing the
battery, see page 6-35.
NOTE:_ Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle. _
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)
1.95 L
Air filterWet type element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 19 L
Reserve amount 3.1 L
Carburetor
Manufacturer KEIHIN
Model ´ quantity CVKD36 ´ 4
Spark plug
Manufacturer/model NGK / CR9E or
DENSO / U27ESR-N
Gap 0.7–0.8 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.708
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 3.133
Number of drive chain
sprocket teeth (front/rear) 15/47
Transmission type Constant-mesh 6-speed
Operation Left footGear ratio
1st 2.846
2nd 1.947
3rd 1.545
4th 1.333
5th 1.190
6th 1.074
Chassis
Frame type Diamond
Caster angle 25°
Trail 97 mm
Tires
Front
Type Tubeless tire
Size 120/60 ZR17 (55W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT57F
Dunlop / D204F
Metzeler / MEZ1
Michelin / MACADAM 90X
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Rear
Type Tubeless tire
Size 160/60 ZR17 (69W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT57
Dunlop / D204
Metzeler / MEZ1
Michelin / MACADAM 90X
Maximum load* 180 kg (except for A, CH, S)
178 kg (for A, CH, S)
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Up to 90 kg*
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm
2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
90 kg–maximum*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
High-speed riding
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessoriesWheels
Fr o n t
Type Cast wheel
Size 17 ´ MT 3.50
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 17 ´ MT 5.00
Brakes
Fr o n t
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Front Telescopic fork
Rear Swingarm (link suspention)
Spring/shock absorber
Front Coil spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / gas-oil damper
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INDEX
SSafety information.................................... 1-1
Seat....................................................... 3-11
Self-diagnosis device............................... 3-4
Shifting .................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-7
Shift points (for Switzerland only)............. 5-4
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ..... 3-14
Sidestand .............................................. 3-18
Sidestand, checking and lubricating....... 6-32
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit .................................... 3-3
Starter (choke) lever .............................. 3-10
Starting a cold engine ............................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine ............................ 5-3
Start switch .............................................. 3-6
Steering, checking ................................. 6-34
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-12
Supporting the motorcycle ..................... 6-39
Suspension (rear), lubricating ................ 6-33TTachometer ............................................. 3-4
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ............... 6-38
Throttle cable free play, adjusting .......... 6-20
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating............................................ 6-31
Tires...................................................... 6-21
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-43
Troubleshooting charts .......................... 6-44
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-3
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............. 6-39
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-6VValve clearance, adjusting .................... 6-20
Vehicle identification number................... 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-34
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-40
Installing .......................................... 6-41
Removing ........................................ 6-40
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-41
Installing .......................................... 6-43
Removing ........................................ 6-41
Wheels .................................................. 6-24
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