2011 YAMAHA YZF-R6 Owners Manual

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10 Drive chainCheck chain slack, alignment and
condition.
Adjust and lubricate chain with a
special O-ring chain lubricant
thoroughly. Every 800 km (500 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or
riding in wet areas
11*Steering bearingsCheck bearing play and steering
for roughness.√√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
12*Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened.√√√√√
13Brake lever pivot
shaftLubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
14Brake pedal pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
15Clutch lever pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
16Shift pedal pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
17 SidestandCheck operation.
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
18*Sidestand switchCheck operation.√√√√√√
19*Front forkCheck operation and for oil leak-
age.√√√√
20*Shock absorber as-
semblyCheck operation and shock ab-
sorber for oil leakage.√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
(24000 mi)
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21*Rear suspension re-
lay arm and con-
necting arm
pivoting pointsCheck operation.√√√√
22 Engine oilChange.
Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage.√√√√√√
23Engine oil filter car-
tridgeReplace.√√√
24*Cooling systemCheck coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage.√√√√√
Change. Every 3 years
25*Front and rear brake
switchesCheck operation.√√√√√√
26Moving parts and
cablesLubricate.√√√√√
27*Throttle gripCheck operation.
Check throttle grip free play, and
adjust if necessary.
Lubricate cable and grip housing.√√√√√
28*Lights, signals and
switchesCheck operation.
Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
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TIP

Air filter
This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com-
pressed air to avoid damaging it.
The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.


Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake
fluid.
Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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Removing and installing cowl-
ings and panels The cowlings and panels shown need
to be removed to perform some of the
maintenance jobs described in this
chapter. Refer to this section each time
a cowling or panel needs to be re-
moved and installed.
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Cowlings A and B
To remove a cowling1. Remove the bolts, quick fasteners,
and quick fastener screw.
1. Cowling A
1. Cowling B
2. Cowling C
1. Panel A
2. Panel B
2
1
1. Cowling A
2. Bolt
3. Quick fastener
1. Quick fastener
2
3
12
2
2
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2. Remove the projection on cowling
A from the hole in cowling B as
shown.3. Remove the forward-most projec-
tion from the slot, slide the cowling
forward, and then remove the re-
maining projections from the slots
as shown.
4. Disconnect the turn signal light
lead coupler.
1. Quick fastener
2. Quick fastener screw
1. Cowling B
2. Bolt
3. Quick fastener
1. Quick fastener
1. Quick fastener
2. Quick fastener screw
1. Cowling A
2. Cowling B
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To install a cowling
1. Connect the turn signal light lead
coupler.2. Fit the projections into the slots,
slide the cowling rearward, and
then fit the forward-most projection
into the slot.3. Fit the projection on cowling A into
the hole in cowling B as shown.
4. Install the bolts, quick fasteners,
and quick fastener screw.
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Cowling C
To remove the cowling1. Remove cowling B and panel B.
(See page 6-8.)
2. Unfasten the wire harness by
pressing on the projection to open
the plastic fastener.
1. Cowling A
2. Turn signal light lead coupler
1. Cowling B
2. Turn signal light lead coupler
1. Cowling A
2. Turn signal light lead coupler
1. Cowling B
2. Turn signal light lead coupler
1. Cowling A
2. Cowling B
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6 3. Remove the bolts and the quick
fastener, and then pull the cowling
off as shown.To install the cowling
1. Fit the slot in cowling C over the
projection on the front cowling.
2. Install the bolts and the quick fas-
tener.
3. Place the wire harness in the orig-
inal position, and then close the
plastic fastener.
4. Install the cowling and the panel.
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Panels A and B
To remove one of the panelsRemove the bolts, and then pull the
panel off as shown.To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the bolts.
1. Plastic fastener
2. Projection
3. Wire harness
1. Cowling C
2. Bolt
3. Quick fastener
1. Cowling C
2. Slot
3. Front cowling
4. Projection
1. Panel B
2. Bolt
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Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
they should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
ter electrode of each spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color
when the vehicle is ridden normally),
and all spark plugs installed in the en-
gine should have the same color. If any
spark plug shows a distinctly different
color, the engine could be operating im-
properly. Do not attempt to diagnose
such problems yourself. Instead, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or other
deposits, it should be replaced.Before installing a spark plug, the spark
plug gap should be measured with a
wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and then
wipe off any grime from the spark plug
threads.
TIPIf a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-
fied torque as soon as possible.NOTICE
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Do not use any tools to remove or in-
stall the spark plug cap, otherwise
the ignition coil coupler may get
damaged. The spark plug cap may
be difficult to remove because the
rubber seal on the end of the cap fits
tightly. To remove the spark plug
cap, simply twist it back and forth
while pulling it out; to install it, twist
it back and forth while pushing it in.
Specified spark plug:
NGK/CR10EK
1. Spark plug gapSpark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
13 Nm (1.3 m·kgf, 9.4 ft·lbf)
1
1
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