2005 YAMAHA YZF-R6 bulb

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-33
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 6-34
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-35
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-36
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-36
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ... 6-37
Supporting the motorcycle ............ 6-37
Front wheel ................................... 6-38
Rear wheel ................................... 6-40
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-42
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-43
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE.......................................... 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ...........................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION............. 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
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6 4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAU23940
Replacing a headlight bulb This model is equipped with quartz bulb
headlights. If a headlight bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove panel B (if replacing the
left headlight bulb) or panel A (if re-
placing the right headlight bulb).
(See page 6-6.)
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover
by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the headlight coupler.4. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the defective
bulb.1. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight coupler
1. Headlight bulb holder
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6
WARNING
EWA10790
Headlight bulbs get very hot. There-
fore, keep flammable products away
from a lit headlight bulb, and do not
touch the bulb until it has cooleddown.
5. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.CAUTION:
ECA10650
Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:

Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.


Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of awattage higher than specified.
6. Connect the headlight coupler.
7. Install the headlight bulb cover by
turning it clockwise.
8. Install the panel.
9. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
EAU24180
Tail/brake light This model is equipped with an LED
type of tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
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EAU24201
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw.CAUTION:
ECA11190
Do not overtighten the screw, other-wise the lens may break.
EAU24310
Replacing the license plate
light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by pulling it out.3. Remove the defective bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit by
installing the screws.
1. Screw
1. Screw
1. License plate light bulb
2. License plate light unit
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6
EAU24342
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb This model is equipped with two auxil-
iary lights. If an auxiliary light bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the auxiliary light bulb
cover by removing the quick fas-
tener.NOTE:
Remove the quick fastener by pushing
the center pin in with a screwdriver,then pulling the fastener out.
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by pulling it out.3. Remove the defective bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the auxiliary light bulb cover
by installing the quick fastener.
EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
1. Auxiliary light bulb cover
2. Quick fastener
1. Auxiliary light bulb
2. Auxiliary light bulb socket
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC. CDI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 2
Licence plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light:
LEDTurn signal indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Shift timing indicator light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
40.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
15.0 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A × 2
Electronic fuel injection fuse:
15.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A
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INDEX
AAir filter element, checking ................... 6-16
Air intake duct ....................................... 6-17
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-12
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-37BBattery .................................................. 6-32
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-29
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-28
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-25
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-24
Brake lever ........................................... 3-14
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-15CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-17
Clutch lever........................................... 3-14
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-22
Coolant ................................................. 6-12
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-5
Cowlings and panels,
removing and installing......................... 6-6DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-13
Drive chain, lubricating ......................... 6-27
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-25EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-9
Engine stop switch................................ 3-13Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-7
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-23
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-20
Front fork, checking...............................6-30
Fuel ....................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light............................ 3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......... 3-17
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-15
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-33HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-12
Hazard switch........................................ 3-13
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-34
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-19
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-13IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-25
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-7
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-3KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-36
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-24MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Model label .............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display...............................3-8
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-13
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-23SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 3-18
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-14
Shift timing indicator light ........................ 3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-22
Sidestand .............................................. 3-24
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-29
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-8
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-13
Steering, checking ................................ 6-31
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment ........................... 3-19
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-37
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-30TTachometer............................................. 3-8
Tail/brake light ...................................... 6-35
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INDEXThrottle cable free play, checking ......... 6-18
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-28
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-42
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-43
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-36
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-13VValve clearance .................................... 6-19
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-31
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-38
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-40
Wheels .................................................. 6-22
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