Yamaha YZF-R6 User manual

5EB-28199-E2
YZF-R6
OWNER’S MANUAL

EAU00001 INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of a YZF-R6, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience in and
newest technology for the design and the manufacture of high-quality products,
which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all your YZF-R6’s
advantages. 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 oth-
ers from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help to keep your motorcycle in
the best possible condition. If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to con-
tact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put
safety first!
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS IN-
VOLVED!
WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
motorcycle.
NOTE: A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTE:
@ ●This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
●Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing,
there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If there is any
question concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
@
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EW000002
WARNING
@
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING
THIS MOTORCYCLE.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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YZF-R6
OWNER’S MANUAL
© 1999 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, November 1999
All rights reserved. Any reprinting or
unauthorized use without the written
permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY 1
2 DESCRIPTION 2
3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 3
4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 4
5 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 5
6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6
7 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7
8 SPECIFICATIONS 8
9 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9
INDEX
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1
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY.................................................1-1
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY EAU00021
Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and
freedom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle
does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving your motorcycle’s value and operating
condition. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance
depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of
course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders - more than car drivers - must always be at their mental
and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take
dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and
passengers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant
synthetic materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet.
Optimum protective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Though full-coverage
helmets and suits, in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will
always be vulnerable. Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to
take chances. This is even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely,
predictably and defensively - avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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2
DESCRIPTION
Left view.............................................................................................2-1
Right view...........................................................................................2-2
Controls/Instruments..........................................................................2-3
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DESCRIPTION
Left view
1.Front fork compression damping force
adjusting screw (page 3-19)
2.Front fork rebound damping force
adjusting screw (page 3-18)
3.Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-18)
4.Air filter (page 6-17)
5.Rear shock absorber compression
damping force adjusting screw (page 3-20)
6.Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-20)
7.Rear shock absorber rebound damping
force adjusting knob (page 3-20)
8.Shift pedal (page 3-11)
9.Coolant reservoir tank (page 6-13)
10.Engine oil filter (page 6-11)
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view
11.Luggage strap holders (page 3-23)
12.Tool kit (page 6-1)
13.Fuses (page 6-34)
14.Rear brake fluid reservoir
15.Radiator cap (page 6-14)
16.Front brake fluid reservoir
17.Rear brake pedal (page 3-12)
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DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
Controls/Instruments
1.Clutch lever (page 3-11)
2.Left handlebar switches (page 3-9)
3.Starter (choke) “ ” (page 3-15)
4.Digital speedometer (page 3-7)
5.Main switch (page 3-1)
6.Tachometer (page 3-8)
7.Right handlebar switches (page 3-10)
8.Throttle grip (page 6-21)
9.Front brake lever (page 3-11)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/Steering lock.....................................3-1
Indicator lights ......................................................3-2
Oil level / coolant temperature indicator light
circuit check........................................................3-5
Fuel indicator light circuit check............................3-6
Digital speedometer..............................................3-7
Tachometer...........................................................3-8
Diagnosis device...................................................3-9
Handlebar switches ..............................................3-9
Clutch lever.........................................................3-11
Shift pedal...........................................................3-11
Front brake lever.................................................3-11
Rear brake pedal................................................3-12
Antitheft alarm (optional) ....................................3-12
Fuel tank cap ..................................................... 3-13
Fuel.................................................................... 3-13
Fuel tank breather hose..................................... 3-14
Starter (choke) “ ”.......................................... 3-15
Seats.................................................................. 3-15
Helmet holder..................................................... 3-17
Storage compartment ........................................ 3-17
Front fork adjustment ......................................... 3-17
Rear shock absorber adjustment....................... 3-19
Recommended combinations of the front fork
and the rear shock absorber settings............... 3-22
Luggage strap holders ....................................... 3-23
Sidestand........................................................... 3-23
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-24
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/Steering lock
The main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on. The
engine can be started. The key cannot
be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off. The key can be removed in this po-
sition. To lock the steering, turn the
handlebars all the way to the left. While
pushing the key into the main switch,
turn it from “OFF” to “LOCK” and re-
move it. To release the lock, turn the
key to “OFF” while pushing.
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WARNING
@
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Be
sure the motorcycle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”.
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1. Push
2. Turn
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillights and auxiliary lights
come on, but all other circuits are off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “ ”.
Do not use this position for an extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
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Indicator lights EAU00061
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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Turn indicator light “ ”
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
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Fuel indicator light “ ”
When the fuel level drops below ap-
proximately 3.5 L, this light will come
on. When this light comes on, fill the
tank at the first opportunity. This light
circuit can be checked by the proce-
dure on page 3-6.
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Turn indicator light “ ”
4. Fuel indicator light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-3
3
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Oil level/coolant temperature indica-
tor light “ ”
This indicator light has two functions.
●The light will come on and symbol
“ ” will flash if the engine oil lev-
el is low. If this symbol flashes,
stop the engine immediately and
fill it with oil to the specified level.
●The light will come on and symbol
“ ” will flash if the coolant tem-
perature is too high. The following
chart shows the conditions of the
indicator light, symbol and tem-
perature display in accordance to
coolant temperature.
The light circuit can be checked by the
procedure on page 3-5. EC000118
CAUTION:
@ ●Do not run the motorcycle until
you know it has sufficient en-
gine oil.
●Do not run the motorcycle if the
engine is overheated.
@
NOTE:
@
Even if the oil is fislled to the specified
level, the indicator light may flicker
when riding on a slope or during sud-
den acceleration or deceleration, but
this is normal.
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1. Oil level symbol “ ”
2. Oil level/coolant temperature
indicator light “ ”
3. Coolant temperature symbol “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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CB-77E Coolant
temperature Display Conditions What to do
0°C~40°C Symbol and “LO” are dis-
played. OK. Go ahead with riding.
41 °C ~ 117 °C Symbol and temperature
are displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding
118 °C ~ 140 °C Symbol and temperature flash.
Indicator light comes on.
Stop the motorcycle and allow it
to idle until coolant temperature
goes down.
If the temperature does not go
down, stop the engine. See
“Engine overheating” in the trou-
bleshooting chart on page 6-42
for instructions.
141 °C ~ Symbol and “HI” flash.
Indicator light comes on.
Stop the engine and allow it to
cool. See “Engine overheating”
in the troubleshooting chart on
page 6-42 for instructions.
˚C
˚C
˚C
˚C
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Oil level / coolant temperature indicator light circuit check
CB-75E
Indicator comes on. After a few seconds: Indicator does not come on.
Have a Yamaha
dealerinspectthe
electrical circuit.
Turn the main switch to “ON”.
Have a Yamaha dealer inspect
the electrical circuit.
Ifsymbol “ ”is displayed,check the
engine temperature. (See page 3-4.)
Indicator goes off.
No symbol is on.
Symbol “ ” or
“”isdisplayed.
OK. Go ahead
with riding.
Indicator does not go off.
If symbol “ ” is
displayed,inspect
the oil level.
Oil level is OK. Oil level is low.
HaveaYamahadealer
inspect the electrical
circuit.
Supply
recommended
engine oil.
If the engine is hot,
allow it to cool and see
“Engine overheating”
in the troubleshooting
chart on page 6-42 for
instructions.
If the engine
temperature is
normal, have a
Yamaha dealer
inspect the
electrical circuit.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel indicator light circuit check
CB-69E
Turn the main switch to “ON”.
Indicatordoesnotcome
on.
Have a Yamaha dealer
inspect the electric
circuit.
Indicator goes off. Indicatordoesnotgooff.
Inspect the fuel level.
Indicator comes on.
After a few seconds:
OK. Go ahead with
riding. Fuel level is OK.
Have a Yamaha
dealer inspect the
electric circuit.
Fuel level is low.
Supplyrecommended
fuel.
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