2016 YAMAHA YZF-R6 air filter

Table of contentsSafety information ............................ 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Instrument an d control functions ... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-4
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-8
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-14
Clutch lever .................................. 3-15
Shift pedal .................................... 3-15
Brake lever.................................... 3-16
Brake pedal .................................. 3-16
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-17
Fuel ............................................... 3-17
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ............................ 3-19
Catalytic converters ..................... 3-19
Seats ............................................ 3-20
Helmet holding cable.................... 3-21
Rear view mirrors.......................... 3-22
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-22
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ................................... 3-24
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-27
EXUP system ................................ 3-27 Sidestand ...................................... 3-28
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-28
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 4-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Shifting ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-3
Engine break-in ............................... 5-3
Parking ............................................ 5-4
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels ................................... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-12
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-13
Coolant.......................................... 6-16
Air filter element ............................ 6-19
Checking the engine idling speed ......................................... 6-19 Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-20
Valve clearance............................. 6-20
Tires .............................................. 6-20
Cast wheels .................................. 6-23
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 6-23
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-24
Brake light switches ..................... 6-24
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-25
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-25
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-27
Drive chain slack........................... 6-27
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-29
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-30
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-30
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-31
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-31
Lubricating the swingarm pivots......................................... 6-32
Checking the front fork ................. 6-32
Checking the steering................... 6-33U2CXE2E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 9, 2015 5:04 PM

Description
2-2
2
EAU10421
Right view
1
2
3,4,5,6
710
9
8
11
12
13
14
15
1. Luggage strap holder (page 3-27)
2. Helmet cable holder (page 3-21)
3. Fuse box 1 (page 6-35)
4. Main fuse (page 6-35)
5. Fuel injection system fuse (page 6-35)
6. Battery (page 6-33)
7. Air filter element (page 6-19)
8. Coolant reservoir (page 6-16) 9. Radiator cap (page 6-16)
10.Engine oil filler cap (page 6-13)
11.Coolant drain bolt (page 6-17)
12.Engine oil dipstick (page 6-13)
13.Brake pedal (page 3-16)
14.Rear brake light switch (page 6-24)
15.Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-25)U2CXE2E0.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 9, 2015 5:04 PM

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-4
6
EAU1770M
General maintenance an d lu brication chartNO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
1 *Air filter element •Replace. √
2Clutch • Check operation.
•Adjust.
√√√√√
3 *Front brake • Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage. √√√√√√
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
4 *Rear brake • Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage. √√√√√√
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
5 *Brake hoses • Check for cracks or damage.
• Check for correct routing and
clamping. √√√√√
• Replace. Every 4 years
6 *Brake fluid • Change. Every 2 years
7 *Wheels • Check runout and for damage. √√√√
8 *Tires • Check tread depth and for dam-
age.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. √√√√√
9 *Wheel bearin gs • Check bearings for looseness or
damage. √√√√
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-7
6
EAU18681
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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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-19
6 17. Start the engine, and then check
the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cooling system.
18. Install the cowlings.
EAU36765
Air filter elementThe air filter element must be replaced
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air
filter element.
EAU44735
Checkin g the en gine i dlin g
spee dCheck the engine idling speed and, if
necessary, have it corrected by a
Yamaha dealer.En gine i dlin g spee d:
1250–1350 r/min
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Specifications
8-1
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Dimensions:Overall length:2040 mm (80.3 in)
Overall width:
705 mm (27.8 in)
Overall height: 1095 mm (43.1 in)
Seat height: 850 mm (33.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1375 mm (54.1 in)
Ground clearance: 130 mm (5.12 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3.6 m (11.81 ft)Wei ght:Curb weight:
189 kg (417 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Valve train: DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Inline
Number of cylinders: 4-cylinder
Displacement: 599 cm³
Bore × stroke:
67.0 × 42.5 mm (2.64 × 1.67 in) Compression ratio:
13.1 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades:
10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity: Oil change:
2.40 L (2.54 US qt, 2.11 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 2.60 L (2.75 US qt, 2.29 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes):
2.30 L (2.43 US qt, 2.02 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity: 17 L (4.5 US gal, 3.7 Imp.gal) Fuel reserve amount:
3.5 L (0.92 US gal, 0.77 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:13S1 00Spark plu g(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR10EK
Spark plug gap: 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, multiple-discDrivetrain:Primary reduction ratio:
2.073 (85/41)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: 2.813 (45/16)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Gear ratio: 1st:
2.583 (31/12)
2nd: 2.000 (32/16)
3rd: 1.667 (30/18)
4th:
1.444 (26/18)
5th: 1.286 (27/21)
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IndexAAir filter element .................................... 6-19
Auxiliary light......................................... 6-37BBattery .................................................. 6-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-31
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-30
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-27
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-25
Brake lever ............................................ 3-16
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-24
Brake light switches.............................. 6-24
Brake pedal........................................... 3-16
Brake/tail light ....................................... 6-37CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-29
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters .............................. 3-19
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-15
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-23
Coolant ................................................. 6-16
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-5
Cowlings and panels, removing and installing................................................ 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-14
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-29
Drive chain slack................................... 6-27EEngine break-in....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-19
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-13 Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-14
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7
EXUP system........................................ 3-27
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-25
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-22
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-32
Fuel ....................................................... 3-17
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-4
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow
hose ................................................... 3-19
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-17
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-35HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-14
Hazard switch....................................... 3-15
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-36
Helmet holding cable ........................... 3-21
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-14IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-28
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 3-7
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing........ 6-38
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-27MMain switch/steering lock....................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-4 Maintenance, emission control
system ..................................................6-3
Matte color, caution ................................7-1
Model label .............................................9-1
Multi-function meter unit .........................3-8
NNeutral indicator light ..............................3-4OOil level warning light ..............................3-4PParking ....................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Pass switch ...........................................3-14RRear view mirrors ..................................3-22SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seats .....................................................3-20
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal .............................................3-15
Shift timing indicator light .......................3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-24
Sidestand ..............................................3-28
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....6-31
Spark plugs, checking ..........................6-12
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Start switch ...........................................3-14
Steering, checking ................................6-33
Storage ...................................................7-4
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-39
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-32
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