2017 YAMAHA YZF-R6 Fork

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-34
7
EAU23273
Checkin g the front fork
The condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the con dition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoi d injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no d anger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
NOTICE
ECA10591
If any damag e is foun d or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23285
Checkin g the steerin g
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Raise the front wheel off the ground. (See page 7-39.)
WARNING! To avoid injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no d anger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
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Motorcycle care and stora ge
8-2
8
fected
area any lon ger than in-
structed . Also, thorou ghly rinse
the area off with water, immed i-
ately dry it, an d then apply a cor-
rosion protection spray.
 Improper cleanin g can damag e
plastic parts (such as cowlin gs,
panels, win dshield s, head light
lenses, meter lenses, etc.) an d
the mufflers. Use only a soft,
clean cloth or spon ge with wa-
ter to clean plastic. However, if
the plastic parts cannot be thor-
ou ghly cleaned with water, di-
lute d mil d d eter gent with water
may be used . Be sure to rinse
off any d etergent resi due usin g
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.
 Do not use any harsh chemical
prod ucts on plastic parts or the
muffler. Be sure to avoi d usin g
cloths or spon ges which have
b een in contact with stron g or
a b rasive cleanin g prod ucts, sol-
vent or thinner, fuel ( gasoli n

e),
rust removers or inhi bitors,
b rake flui d, antifreeze or elec-
trolyte.
 Do not use hi gh-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepag e and
d eterioration in the followin g ar-
eas: seals (of wheel an d swin g-
arm bearin gs, fork an d b rakes),
stora ge compartments, electric
components (couplers, connec-
tors, instruments, switches an d
lig hts), breather hoses an d
vents. 
For motorcycles equippe d with
a win dshiel d: Do not use stron g
cleaners or har d spon ges as
they will cause dullin g or
scratchin g. Some cleanin g
compoun ds for plastic may
leave scratches on the wind -
shiel d. Test the prod uct on a
small hidden part of the win d-
shiel d to make sure that it does
not leave any marks. If the win d-
shiel d is scratche d
, use a quality
plast i

c polishin g compoun d af-
ter washin g.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive
in combination with water, carry out
the following steps after each ride in
the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads.
TIP
Salt sprayed on roads in the winter
may remain well into spring.
1. Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
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Specifications
9-2
9
5th:1.286 (27/21)
6th: 1.150 (23/20)
Chassis:
Frame type:Diamond
Caster angle: 24.0 °
Trail:
97 mm (3.8 in)
Front tire:
Type:Tubeless
Size: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/SPORTMAX D214F
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX S21F
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size: 180/55ZR17M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/SPORTMAX D214
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX S21R
Loa din g:
Maximum load:
185 kg (408 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT3.50
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT5.50
Front brake:
Type:
Hydraulic dual disc brake
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Hydraulic single disc brake
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:Telescopic fork
Spring:
Coil spring
Shock absorber:
Hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 120 mm (4.7 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber: Gas-hydraulic damper
Wheel travel:
120 mm (4.7 in)
Electrical system:
System voltage:12 V
Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system: AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
YTZ7S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 6.0 Ah (10 HR)
Bul b watta ge:
Headlight:
LED
Brake/tail light: LED
Front turn signal light: LED
Rear turn signal light:
LED
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Index
A
ABS ...................................................... 4-19
ABS warning light ................................... 4-7
Air filter element ................................... 7-19
Auxiliary DC connector ........................ 4-30
B
Battery .................................................. 7-35
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating .......................................... 7-32
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating .......................................... 7-32
Brake fluid, changing ........................... 7-28
Brake fluid level, checking ................... 7-27
Brake lever ........................................... 4-18
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 7-25
Brake light switches ............................. 7-26
Brake pedal .......................................... 4-18
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-31
Canister ................................................ 7-12
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converters ............................. 4-22
Clutch lever .......................................... 4-17
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 7-24
Coolant ................................................. 7-17
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 4-6
Cowlings and panels, removing and installing ............................................... 7-7
D
Data recording, vehicle ........................ 10-3
Diagnostic connector ........................... 10-2
Dimmer switch ....................................... 4-4
D-mode (drive mode) ............................. 3-1
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 7-30
Drive chain slack .................................. 7-29
Drive mode switch.................................. 4-5
E
Engine break-in ...................................... 6-4
Engine idling speed, checking ............. 7-20
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 7-13
Engine serial number............................ 10-1
Engine trouble warning light................... 4-6
EXUP system........................................ 4-29
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 7-26
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 4-25
Front fork, checking ............................. 7-34
Fuel....................................................... 4-20
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 6-4
Fuel level warning light ........................... 4-6 Fuel tank cap ........................................ 4-20
Fuel tank overflow hose ........................ 4-22
Fuses, replacing.................................... 7-37
H
Handlebar switches ................................ 4-4
Hazard switch ......................................... 4-5
High beam indicator light........................ 4-5
Horn switch............................................. 4-4
I
Identification numbers .......................... 10-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 4-31
Immobilizer system ................................. 4-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 4-7
Indicator lights and warning lights .......... 4-5
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........ 7-39
M
Main switch/steering lock ....................... 4-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 7-4
Maintenance, emission control
system .................................................. 7-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 8-1
Model label ........................................... 10-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 4-8
N
Neutral indicator light.............................. 4-5
O
Oil level warning light .............................. 4-5
P
Parking .................................................... 6-5
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch............................................. 4-4
Q
Quick shift system .................................. 3-4
R
Rear view mirrors .................................. 4-24
S
Safety information................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 4-23
Shifting .................................................... 6-3
Shift light ................................................. 4-7
Shift pedal............................................. 4-17
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 4-27
Sidestand .............................................. 4-30
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 7-33
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 7-11
Special features ...................................... 3-1
Specifications ......................................... 9-1
Starting the engine.................................. 6-2
Steering, checking ................................ 7-34
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