2017 YAMAHA YZF-R6 oil type

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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7
EAU80312
En gine oil an d oil filter car-
tri dg e
The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car-
tridge replaced at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
To check the en gine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set- tles.
4. Remove the engine oil dipstick and wipe it clean, insert it back
into the hole (without screwing it
in), and then remove it again to
check the oil level.
TIP
The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
5. Check the dipstick O-ring fordamage, and replace it if neces-
sary.
6. If the engine oil is at or below the minimum level mark, remove the
engine oil filler cap, and then add
sufficient oil of the recommended
type to raise it to the correct level.
7. Check the filler cap O-ring for damage, and replace it if neces-
sary.
8. Insert and tighten the engine oil dipstick, and then install and tight-
en the oil filler cap.
To chan ge the en gine oil (with or
without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment) 1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce.
2. Remove cowlings A and B. (See page 7-7.)
3. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
4. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil.
1. Engine oil dipstick
2. O-ring
3. Maximum level mark
4. Minimum level mark
1
2
3
4
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. O-ring
1
2
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7

Clean the filler cap before re-
moving . Use only DOT 4 brake
flui d from a seale d container.
 Use only the specified b rake flu-
i d ; otherwise, the ru bber seals
may deteriorate, causin g leak-
a g e.
 Refill with the same type of
brake flui d. A ddin g a brake fluid
other than DOT 4 may result in a
harmful chemical reaction.
 Be careful that water or dust
d oes not enter the brake flui d
reservoir when refillin g. Water
will si gnificantly lower the boil-
in g point of the flui d an d may re-
sult in vapor lock, an d d irt may
clo g the ABS hy draulic unit
valves.NOTICE
ECA17641
Brake flui d may damag e painte d
surfaces or plastic parts. Always
clean up spille d flui d imme diately.
As the brake pads wear, it is normal for
the brake fluid level to gradually go
down. A low brake fluid level may indi-
cate worn brake pads and/or brake
system leakage; therefore, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and the
brake system for leakage. If the brake
fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause before further riding.
EAU22733
Chan gin g the brake flui d
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. In addition, have the oil seals
of the master cylinders and calipers as
well as the brake hoses replaced at the
intervals listed below or whenever they
are damaged or leaking.
 Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
 Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
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Specifications
9-1
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Dimensions:
Overall length:2040 mm (80.3 in)
Overall width:
695 mm (27.4 in)
Overall height: 1150 mm (45.3 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:
190 kg (419 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, 20W-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 element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity:
17 L (4.5 US gal, 3.7 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 3.4 L (0.90 US gal, 0.75 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:
Throttle body:
ID mark:BN64 20
Spark 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-disc
Drivetrain:
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)
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Specifications
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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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