2002 YAMAHA YZF-R6 seats

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ..................................... 3-1
Indicator and warning lights ................................ 3-2
Speedometer unit ................................................ 3-5
Tachometer .......................................................... 3-6
Self-diagnosis device ........................................... 3-7
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................................... 3-7
Handlebar switches ............................................. 3-8
Clutch lever .......................................................... 3-9
Shift pedal ............................................................ 3-9
Brake lever ......................................................... 3-10
Brake pedal ........................................................ 3-10
Fuel tank cap ..................................................... 3-11
Fuel .................................................................... 3-11Fuel tank breather hose .................................... 3-12
Starter (choke) lever........................................... 3-13
Seats ................................................................. 3-13
Helmet holders .................................................. 3-15
Storage compartment ....................................... 3-15
Adjusting the front fork ...................................... 3-17
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ............ 3-19
Matching the front and rear suspension
settings ............................................................ 3-22
Luggage strap holders ...................................... 3-23
Sidestand .......................................................... 3-23
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............................. 3-24
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU02973
Starter (choke) lever “”Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction
a to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the lever 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. In addition, extended use of
the starter (choke) will cause after-
burning. If this occurs, turn off the
starter (choke). @
EAU03814
Seats Rider seat
To remove the rider seatPull up the rear corners of the rider seat
as shown, remove the bolts, and then
pull the seat off.
1. Starter (choke) lever “”
1. Bolt (× 2)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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To install the rider seat
Insert the projection on the front of the
rider seat into the seat holder as
shown, place the seat in the original
position, and then install the bolts.Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seat
1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it counterclockwise.
2. While holding the key in that posi-
tion, lift the front of the passenger
seat and pull it forward.To install the passenger seat
1. Insert the projection on the rear of
the passenger seat into the seat
holder as shown, and then push
the front of the seat down to lock it
in place.
2. Remove the key.NOTE:_ Make sure that the seats are properly
secured before riding. _
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Passenger seat lock
2. Unlock.Left side
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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10-INDEXAAir filter element, checking ..................... 6-17
Air intake duct ........................................ 6-19
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-7BBattery ................................................... 6-35
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-32
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-29
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-28
Brake lever............................................. 3-10
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-26
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-27
Brake pedal............................................ 3-10
Brake pedal, lubricating.......................... 6-32
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-26CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-31
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-20
Care.........................................................7-1
Clutch lever ..............................................3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-25
Conversion table ......................................8-5
Coolant .................................................. 6-13
Changing .......................................... 6-14
Checking .......................................... 6-13
Cowlings and panel, removing and
installing ................................................6-6DDimmer switch .........................................3-8
Drive chain, lubricating ........................... 6-31
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-29
Adjusting .......................................... 6-30
Checking .......................................... 6-29EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............... 6-9
Engine stop switch................................... 3-8FFront and rear suspension settings ........ 3-22
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 3-17
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-33
Fuel ....................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-2
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-12
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-37HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-38
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-15
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-8IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Idling speed, adjusting ........................... 6-20
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................. 3-24
Indicator and warning lights ..................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1
LLight switch ..............................................3-8
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-23MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level/coolant temperature warning
light ........................................................3-3PParking.....................................................5-5
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-8
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seats ....................................................... 3-13
Passenger seat .................................. 3-14
Rider seat........................................... 3-13
Self-diagnosis device ...............................3-7
Shifting .....................................................5-3
Shift pedal ................................................3-9
Shift points (for Switzerland only) .............5-3
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ......3-19
Sidestand ...............................................3-23
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .......6-33
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