Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. 1450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Company: YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. Address: 1450-6, Mori, Mori-Machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-Ken, 437-0292 Japan Hereby declare that the product: Kind of equipment: IMMOBILIZER...
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Yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your YZF-R6. The Owner’s Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10134 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ....1-1 EXUP system ........3-27 Checking the throttle grip free Sidestand ........3-28 play..........6-20 DESCRIPTION ........2-1 Ignition circuit cut-off system ..3-28 Valve clearance......6-20 Left view ......... 2-1 Tires ..........6-20 Right view........2-2 FOR YOUR SAFETY –...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Checking the wheel bearings ..6-34 Battery ...........6-34 Replacing the fuses.......6-35 Replacing a headlight bulb....6-36 Tail/brake light.......6-38 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ..........6-38 Replacing the license plate light bulb ..........6-39 Auxiliary light .........6-39 Supporting the motorcycle....6-40 Front wheel........6-40 Rear wheel........6-42 Troubleshooting ......6-44 Troubleshooting charts ....6-46...
SAFETY INFORMATION Never operate a motorcycle with- pears to be very effective in reduc- EAU1028B out proper training or instruction. ing the chance of this type of Take a training course. Beginners accident. Be a Responsible Owner should receive training from a cer- Therefore: As the vehicle’s owner, you are re- tified instructor.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Many accidents involve inexperi- • Always signal before turning or Protective Apparel enced operators. In fact, many op- changing lanes. Make sure that The majority of fatalities from motorcy- erators who have been involved in other motorists can see you. cle accidents are the result of head in- ...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Do not run engine outdoors where Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning When loading within this weight limit, All engine exhaust contains carbon engine exhaust can be drawn into keep the following in mind: Cargo and accessory weight monoxide, a deadly gas.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- performed to your vehicle that change lightweight as possible and able only from a Yamaha dealer, have any of the vehicle’s design or operation should be kept to a minimum. been designed, tested, and approved characteristics can put you and others •...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Check that the fuel cock (if operator and may limit control ability, therefore, such accesso- equipped) is in the “OFF” position ries are not recommended. and that there are no fuel leaks. Use caution when adding electri- ...
Do not expose any key to exces- cess, take the vehicle along with all three keys to a Yamaha dealer to have sively high temperatures. Do not place any key close to them re-registered. Do not use the key with the red bow for driving.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Keep other immobilizer system EAU10473 EAU38531 Main switch/steering lock keys away from the main switch All electrical circuits are supplied with as they may cause signal inter- power; the meter lighting, taillight, li- ference. cense plate light and auxiliary light come on, and the engine can be start- ed.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To unlock the steering EAU10685 ECA11021 LOCK NOTICE The steering is locked, and all electrical Do not use the parking position for systems are off. The key can be re- an extended length of time, other- moved.
2.5 seconds. If this occurs, 4. Right turn signal indicator light “ ” to “ON”. The warning light should have a Yamaha dealer check the 5. Fuel level warning light “ ” come on for a few seconds, and then vehicle.
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“ON”, light can be checked by turning the key or if the warning light remains on, have to “ON”. The warning light should a Yamaha dealer check the electrical come on for a few seconds, and then circuit. go off.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Display Conditions What to do TRIP A Under 40 °C ˚C Message “Lo” is displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding. (Under 104 °F) 40–116 °C TRIP A Coolant temperature is dis- ˚C OK. Go ahead with riding. (104–242 °F) played.
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If this occurs, go off. problems in the immobilizer system have a Yamaha dealer check the self- If the indicator light does not come on circuits. (See page 3-11 for an expla- diagnosis system. (See page 3-11 for initially when the key is turned to “ON”,...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS For the U.K. only: To switch the multi-function meter unit EAU39049 Multi-function meter unit equipped with the following: speedometer and odometer/trip- a speedometer meter displays between kilome- a tachometer ters miles, press an odometer “SELECT”...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 5. Push the “RESET” button to set serve tripmeter mode “F-TRIP” and ECA10032 NOTICE the minutes. start counting the distance traveled Do not operate the engine in the ta- 6. Push the “SELECT” button and from that point. In that case, push the chometer red zone.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Standard measurement Coolant temperature display Air intake temperature display 1. Push the “RESET” button to start the stopwatch. 2. Push the “SELECT” button to stop the stopwatch. TRIP A TRIP A ˚C ˚C 3. Push the “SELECT” button again to reset the stopwatch.
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“A” is dis- codes, note the code number, and try starting the engine with the played for one second, and then then have a Yamaha dealer check the standard keys. “A” and the air intake temperature vehicle.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Shift timing indicator light activity: Display brightness and shift timing To adjust the brightness of the multi- indicator light control mode This function allows you to choose function meter displays and tachome- whether or not the indicator light should be activated and whether it 1.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS The indicator light will flash 1. Push the “RESET” button to select 1. Push the “RESET” button to select when activated. (This setting the desired engine speed for acti- the desired engine speed for de- is selected when the indicator vating the indicator light.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Right ter position. To cancel the turn signal EAU1234F Handlebar switches lights, push the switch in after it has re- turned to the center position. Left EAU12501 Horn switch “ ” Press this switch to sound the horn. EAU12661 Engine stop switch “...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12734 EAU12821 EAU12872 Hazard switch “ ” Clutch lever Shift pedal With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi- tion, use this switch to turn on the haz- ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all turn signal lights).
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS be sure to set it by aligning a groove on EAU33854 EAU12942 Brake lever Brake pedal the adjusting knob with the “ ” mark on the brake lever. 1. Brake lever 1. Brake pedal 2. Distance between brake lever and throttle The brake pedal is on the right side of grip the motorcycle.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13075 EAU13222 Fuel tank cap Fuel The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un- Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in less the key is in the lock. In addition, the tank. the key cannot be removed if the cap is EWA10882 WARNING not properly closed and locked.
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WARNING as well as to the exhaust system. Gasoline is poisonous and can Your Yamaha engine has been de- cause injury or death. Handle gaso- signed to use premium unleaded gas- line with care. Never siphon gasoline oline with a research octane number of by mouth.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU58081 EAU13446 ECA10702 Fuel tank breather hose and Catalytic converters NOTICE overflow hose This vehicle is equipped with catalytic Use only unleaded gasoline. The use converters in the exhaust system. of leaded gasoline will cause unre- EWA10863 pairable damage to the catalytic WARNING...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 2. While holding the key in that posi- EAU39034 Seats tion, lift the front of the passenger seat and pull it forward. Rider seat To install the passenger seat To remove the rider seat 1. Insert the projections on the pas- Pull back the rear of the rider seat as senger seat into the seat holders shown, remove the bolts, and then pull...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 3. Pass one of the other snap hooks EAU39074 Helmet holding cable of the cable through the helmet strap buckle, and then clip the snap hook onto the cable holder as shown. 1. Helmet holding cable 2.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU39672 EAU38946 Rear view mirrors Adjusting the front fork The rear view mirrors of this vehicle EWA10181 WARNING can be folded forward or backward for parking in narrow spaces. Fold the mir- Always adjust both fork legs equally, rors back to their original position be- otherwise poor handling and loss of fore riding.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Spring preload setting: Rebound damping setting: Minimum (soft): Minimum (soft): 25 click(s) in direction (b)* Standard: Standard: 20 click(s) in direction (b)* Maximum (hard): Maximum (hard): 1 click(s) in direction (b)* * With the adjusting screw fully turned in direction (a) Rebound damping force To increase the rebound damping...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS force and thereby soften the compres- above specifications due to small dif- EAU42947 Adjusting the shock absorber sion damping, turn the adjusting bolt ferences in production, the actual assembly on each fork leg in direction (b). number of clicks or turns always repre- This shock absorber assembly is sents the entire adjusting range.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Use the special wrench and the Rebound damping force Compression damping force extension bar included in the own- To increase the rebound damping er’s tool kit to make the adjust- force and thereby harden the rebound Compression damping force (for fast ment.
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To obtain a precise adjustment, it is worn-out shock absorber as- advisable to check the actual total sembly yourself. Take the shock number of clicks or turns of each absorber assembly to a Yamaha damping force adjusting mechanism. dealer for any service. 3-26...
EAU41942 Luggage strap holders EXUP system passenger seat. (See page 3-20.) Un- This model is equipped with Yamaha’s hook the straps from the hooks, and EXUP (EXhaust Ultimate Power valve) then install the seat with the straps system. This system boosts engine...
EAU15306 EAU44893 Sidestand Ignition circuit cut-off system Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not The sidestand is located on the left The ignition circuit cut-off system function properly. side of the frame. Raise the sidestand...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS WARNING With the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”. dealer check the system before riding.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-16 Coolant • Check cooling system for leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Front brake • Replace if necessary. 6-25, 6-26 •...
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. 6-20, 6-30 Throttle grip • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca- ble and grip housing. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 6-30 •...
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• Tighten if necessary. Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation. — and switches • Correct if necessary. • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. Sidestand switch 3-28 • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
a lean angle sensor to stop the en- The transmission is in the neutral understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. gine in case of a turnover. In this EWA10272 position.
The neutral indi- quate lubrication may damage cator light should come on. If not, the transmission. 1. Shift pedal ask a Yamaha dealer to check the Always use the clutch while 2. Neutral position electrical circuit. changing gears to avoid dam- Shifting gears lets you control the 3.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU17214 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10312 WARNING Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned.
To avoid possible burns, let tivities incorrectly may increase brake components cool before your risk of injury or death during touching them. service or while using the vehicle. If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform service.
From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi). Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and tech- nical skills.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU1770G General maintenance and lubrication chart ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) √ 1 * Air filter element •...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check operation and for exces- √ √...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check operation and for oil leak- √...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18681 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. ...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18713 EAU55910 Removing and installing cowl- ings and panels Cowlings A and B The cowlings and panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the To remove a cowling maintenance jobs described in this 1.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 1. Quick fastener 1. Cowling B 1. Quick fastener 2. Bolt 2. Quick fastener screw 3. Quick fastener 2. Remove the projection on cowling A from the hole in cowling B as shown. 1. Quick fastener 2.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 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. Cowling B 1.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT To install the cowling 1. Fit the slot in cowling C over the projection on the front cowling. 1. Cowling A 1. Plastic fastener 2. Cowling B 2. Projection 3. Wire harness 4. Install the bolts, quick fasteners, 1.
Before installing a spark plug, the checked periodically, preferably by a spark plug gap should be measured Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- with a wire thickness gauge and, if its will cause any spark plug to slowly necessary, adjusted to specification.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU3899D Engine oil and oil filter car- If a torque wrench is not available tridge when installing a spark plug, a good The engine oil level should be checked estimate of the correct torque is 1/4– before each ride.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 6. Insert and tighten the engine oil dipstick, and then install and tight- en the oil filler cap. To change the engine oil (with or without oil filter cartridge replace- ment) 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face.
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An oil filter wrench is available at a or down. [ECA15343] Yamaha dealer. 9. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge. 1. Torque wrench...
A slight tilt to the page (since the engine oil also off and have a Yamaha dealer check side can result in a false reading. the vehicle. lubricates the clutch), do not 2.
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If water has been page 6-8.) added to the coolant, have a 3. Place a container under the en- Yamaha dealer check the anti- gine to collect the used coolant. freeze content of the coolant as 4. Remove radiator cap.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 6. Move the hose clamp in the direc- 13. Pour the recommended coolant tion shown, and then disconnect into the reservoir to the maximum the radiator hose to drain the radi- level mark, and then install the ator.
Check the engine idling speed and, if dealer check the cooling system. maintenance and lubrication chart. necessary, have it corrected by a 18. Install the cowlings. Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air Yamaha dealer. filter element. Engine idling speed: 1250–1350 r/min...
Therefore, it must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer is essential to maintain the tires in good at the intervals specified in the periodic condition at all times and replace them maintenance and lubrication chart.
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250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi) or glass fragments in it, or if the side- surface must first be “broken Rear: wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer in” for it to develop its optimal 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi) replace the tire immediately.
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WARNING ed below have been approved for this Tires age, even if they have not been model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. This motorcycle is fitted with super- used or have only been used occasion- high-speed tires. Note the following ally.
If any damage is found, have conditions. a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel. Do not attempt even the smallest repair to the wheel. A de- 1. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt formed or cracked wheel must be 2.
There should be no free play at the play, turn the adjusting nut in di- brake lever end. If there is free play, rection (b). have a Yamaha dealer inspect the brake system. EWA14212 WARNING A soft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system.
EAU22274 EAU22393 Brake light switches Checking the front and rear Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads brake pads as a set. The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals spec-...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Use only the specified brake flu- Rear brake EAU22582 Checking the brake fluid level id; otherwise, the rubber seals Before riding, check that the brake fluid may deteriorate, causing leak- is above the minimum level mark. age.
EAU22733 EAU22762 Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack Yamaha dealer check the cause before Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be further riding. brake fluid at the intervals specified in...
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5. Drive chain puller EAU39057 To adjust the drive chain slack 2. To tighten the drive chain, turn the Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- drive chain slack adjusting bolt on justing the drive chain slack. each side of the swingarm in di- 1.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 4. Tighten the adjusting bolts in di- may contain substances that EAU23026 Cleaning and lubricating the rection (a) to their specified could damage O-rings. drive chain torque. [ECA11112] The drive chain must be cleaned and lubricated at the intervals specified in Tightening torque: Drive chain slack adjusting bolt: the periodic maintenance and lubrica-...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU23144 Recommended lubricant: Recommended lubricants: Checking and lubricating the Lithium-soap-based grease Brake lever: brake and clutch levers Silicone grease The operation of the brake and clutch Clutch lever: Lithium-soap-based grease levers should be checked before each ride, and the lever pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary.
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- face and hold it in an upright posi- be checked before each ride, and the ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal specified in the periodic maintenance...
If any damage is found or the front the vehicle so there is no danger fork does not operate smoothly, of it falling over. have a Yamaha dealer check or re- [EWA10752] 2. Hold the lower ends of the front pair it.
EWA10761 WARNING To charge the battery Electrolyte is poisonous and Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- dangerous since it contains sul- tery as soon as possible if it seems to furic acid, which causes severe have discharged. Keep in mind that the...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT battery tends to discharge more quick- is turned to “OFF”, then connect EAU23707 Replacing the fuses ly if the vehicle is equipped with op- the positive lead before con- The main fuse, the fuel injection sys- tional electrical accessories.
4. If the fuse immediately blows Do not use a headlight bulb of a amperage. WARNING! Do not again, have a Yamaha dealer wattage higher than specified. use a fuse of a higher amperage check the electrical system.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 6. Install the headlight bulb cover by turning it clockwise. 7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary. 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb. 1. Headlight coupler 1. Remove the headlight bulb cover 3.
1. Remove the turn signal light lens If the tail/brake light does not come on, by removing the screw. have a Yamaha dealer check it. 1. Turn signal light bulb 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in, and then turn it clock- wise until it stops.
If the auxiliary light does not come on, 5. Install the socket (together with 2. License plate light unit have a Yamaha dealer check it. the bulb) by pushing it in. 2. Remove the license plate light 6. Install the license plate light unit by bulb socket (together with the installing the screws.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT a jack either under each side of the EAU24351 EAU24361 Supporting the motorcycle Front wheel frame in front of the rear wheel or under Since this model is not equipped with a each side of the swingarm. centerstand, follow these precautions EAU56350 when removing the front and rear...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 2. Lift the front wheel off the ground have been removed, otherwise according to the procedure in the the brake pads will be forced Make sure that there is enough space previous section “Supporting the shut. [ECA11052] between the brake pads before install- motorcycle”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8. Tighten wheel axle pinch bolt B, 12. Retighten pinch bolt D to the EAU25081 Rear wheel then pinch bolt A to the specified specified torque. torque. EAU56721 Tightening torque: Wheel axle pinch bolt: 21 Nm (2.1 m·kgf, 15 ft·lbf) To remove the rear wheel EWA10822 13.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 3. Remove the axle nut. 4. Fully loosen the locknut on each side of the swingarm. 5. Turn the drive chain slack adjust- ing bolts in direction (a) to loosen the drive chain enough so it can be removed from the rear sprock- et, and then push the wheel for- ward.
Tightening torque: self. However, should your motorcycle 2. Install the drive chain onto the rear Drive chain slack adjusting bolt: require any repair, take it to a Yamaha sprocket. 2.0 Nm (0.20 m·kgf, 1.4 ft·lbf) dealer, whose skilled technicians have 3.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex- plode, causing severe injury or prop- erty damage. 6-45...
Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the compression. 4. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression.
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Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a The coolant level Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system. is OK. If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool- ant as soon as possible.
Some models are equipped with matte colored finished parts. Be ble. Rust and corrosion can develop Cleaning sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for even if high-quality components are ECA11143 NOTICE used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un-...
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For during winter are extremely corrosive For motorcycles equipped with additional cleaning, use Yamaha Wind- in combination with water, carry out shield Cleaner or other quality cleaner. a windshield: Do not use strong...
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE Note that the thermally induced windshield. Before using them, make a EWA11132 WARNING test by polishing an area which does discoloring of the portion of the not affect your visibility. exhaust pipe leading into the tita- Contaminants on the brakes or tires nium muffler is normal and cannot can cause loss of control.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel EAU26183 Storage stabilizer (if available) to prevent Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- the fuel tank from rusting and the vice on what products to use. Short-term fuel from deteriorating.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE e. Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs, and then Make any necessary repairs before install the spark plugs and the storing the motorcycle. spark plug caps. 4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the side- stand/centerstand.
SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Engine oil: Fuel: Overall length: Recommended brand: Recommended fuel: 2040 mm (80.3 in) YAMALUBE Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol (E10) Overall width: Type: acceptable) 705 mm (27.8 in) SAE 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, 20W-40 or Fuel tank capacity: Overall height: 20W-50 17.3 L (4.57 US gal, 3.81 Imp.gal) 1095 mm (43.1 in)
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SPECIFICATIONS 2nd: Manufacturer/model: Rim size: 2.000 (32/16) DUNLOP/Qualifier PT M 17M/C x MT5.50 3rd: Loading: Front brake: 1.667 (30/18) Maximum load: Type: 4th: 186 kg (410 lb) Dual disc brake 1.444 (26/18) (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo Operation: 5th: and accessories) Right hand operation 1.286 (27/21)
Record the vehicle identification num- ber and model label information in the spaces provided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1. Vehicle identification number 1.
INDEX Engine trouble warning light....3-7 Matte color, caution ........7-1 EXUP system........3-27 Model label ..........9-1 Air filter element ........6-19 Multi-function meter unit......3-8 Auxiliary light.........6-39 Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-25 Front fork, adjusting ......3-22 Neutral indicator light......3-4 Battery ..........6-34 Front fork, checking ......
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INDEX Throttle grip free play, checking... 6-20 Tires ............6-20 Tool kit............ 6-2 Troubleshooting........6-44 Troubleshooting charts......6-46 Turn signal indicator lights ..... 3-4 Turn signal light bulb, replacing ... 6-38 Turn signal switch......... 3-14 Valve clearance ........6-20 Vehicle identification number ....9-1 Wheel bearings, checking ....
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