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Yamaha 2010 YZF-R6Z Owner's Manual

Summary of 2010 YZF-R6Z

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    Dic183 yzf-r6 owner’s manual read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. 13s-28199-e2.

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    Eau26945 read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. Declaration of conformity yamaha motor electronics co., ltd. 1450-6, mori, mori-machi, shuchi-gun, shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 japan general manager of quality assurance div. 1 vers...

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    Introduction eau10102 welcome to the yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the yzf-r6, you are benefiting from yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take th...

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    Important manual information eau10132 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 injur...

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    Important manual information eau10200 yzf-r6 owner’s manual ©2009 by yamaha motor co., ltd. 1st edition, july 2009 all rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of yamaha motor co., ltd. Is expressly prohibited. Printed in japan. U13se2e0.Book page 2 tuesday,...

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    Table of contents safety information ..................1-1 description ..................................2-1 left view ..........................................2-1 right view ........................................2-2 controls and instruments.................2-3 instrument and control functions .....

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    Table of contents replacing the fuses ......................6-33 replacing a headlight bulb ...........6-34 tail/brake light ..............................6-35 replacing a turn signal light bulb ...........................................6-35 replacing the license plate light bulb .....................

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    1-1 1 safety information eau10283 be a responsible owner as the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- sible for the safe and proper operation of your motorcycle. Motorcycles are single-track vehicles. Their safe use and operation are de- pendent upon the use of proper riding techniques as well as the exp...

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    Safety information 1-2 1 due to excessive speed or under- cornering (insufficient lean angle for the speed). • always obey the speed limit and never travel faster than warrant- ed by road and traffic conditions. • always signal before turning or changing lanes. Make sure that other motorists can see...

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    Safety information 1-3 1 ● do not run engine in poorly venti- lated or partially enclosed areas such as barns, garages, or car- ports. ● do not run engine outdoors where engine exhaust can be drawn into a building through openings such as windows and doors. Loading adding accessories or cargo to you...

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    Safety information 1-4 1 aftermarket parts, accessories, and modifications while you may find aftermarket prod- ucts similar in design and quality to genuine yamaha accessories, recog- nize that some aftermarket accessories or modifications are not suitable be- cause of potential safety hazards to y...

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    Description 2-1 2 eau10410 left view 1. Fuse box 2 (page 6-33) 2. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-23) 3. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-23) 4. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-25) 5. Shock absorber assembly compression damping f...

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    Description 2-2 2 eau10420 right view 1 2 3,4,5,6 7 10 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 6-33) 4. Main fuse (page 6-33) 5. Fuel injection system fuse (page 6-33) 6. Battery (page 6-31) 7. Air filter element (page 6-18) 8. Co...

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    Description 2-3 2 eau10430 controls and instruments 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. Clutch lever (page 3-15) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-14) 3. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2) 4. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-8) 5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-24) 6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-14) 7....

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    Instrument and control functions 3-1 3 eau10976 immobilizer system this vehicle is equipped with an immo- bilizer system to help prevent theft by re-registering codes in the standard keys. This system consists of the fol- lowing: ● a code re-registering key (with a red bow) ● two standard keys (with...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-2 3 ● keep other immobilizer system keys away from the main switch as they may cause signal inter- ference. Eau10472 main switch/steering lock the main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering. The various po...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-3 3 eau10683 lock the steering is locked, and all electrical systems are off. The key can be re- moved. To lock the steering 1. Turn the handlebars all the way to the left. 2. Push the key in from the “off” po- sition, and then turn it to “lock” while still pushing...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-4 3 eau11004 indicator and warning lights eau11030 turn signal indicator lights “ ” and “ ” the corresponding indicator light flash- es when the turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right. Eau11060 neutral indicator light “ ” this indicator light comes on wh...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-5 3 tip this model is also equipped with a self- diagnosis device for the fuel level de- tection circuit. If a problem is detected in the fuel level detection circuit, the fol- lowing cycle will be repeated until the malfunction is corrected: the fuel level warning...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-6 3 coolant temperature display conditions what to do under 39 °c (under 103 °f) message “lo” is displayed. Ok. Go ahead with riding. 40–116 °c (104–242 °f) temperature is displayed. Ok. Go ahead with riding. 117–134 °c (243–274 °f) temperature display flashes. War...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-7 3 eau42774 engine trouble warning light “ ” this warning light comes on if a prob- lem is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the engine. If this occurs, have a yamaha dealer check the self- diagnosis system. (see page 3-11 for an explanation of the sel...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-8 3 eau39046 multi-function meter unit warning ewa12422 be sure to stop the vehicle before making any setting changes to the multi-function meter unit. Changing settings while riding can distract the operator and increase the risk of an accident. The multi-function...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-9 3 notice eca10031 do not operate the engine in the ta- chometer red zone. Red zone: 16500 r/min and above clock to set the clock 1. Turn the key to “on”. 2. Push the “select” button and “reset” button together for at least two seconds. 3. When the hour digits sta...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-10 3 standard measurement 1. Push the “reset” button to start the stopwatch. 2. Push the “select” button to stop the stopwatch. 3. Push the “select” button again to reset the stopwatch. Split-time measurement 1. Push the “reset” button to start the stopwatch. 2. Pu...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-11 3 ● when the air intake temperature display is selected, “a” is displayed before the temperature. Self-diagnosis device this model is equipped with a self-diag- nosis device for various electrical cir- cuits. If a problem is detected in any of those circuits, th...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-12 3 display brightness and shift timing indicator light control mode this mode cycles through five control functions, allowing you to make the fol- lowing settings in the order listed be- low. ● display brightness: this function allows you to adjust the brightness...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-13 3 ● the indicator light will flash when activated. (this setting is selected when the indicator light flashes four times per second.) ● the indicator light is deacti- vated; in other words, it will not come on or flash. (this setting is selected when the indicat...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-14 3 eau12331 anti-theft alarm (optional) this model can be equipped with an optional anti-theft alarm by a yamaha dealer. Contact a yamaha dealer for more information. Eau12348 handlebar switches left right eau12350 pass switch “ ” press this switch to flash the h...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-15 3 position. To cancel the turn signal lights, push the switch in after it has re- turned to the center position. Eau12500 horn switch “ ” press this switch to sound the horn. Eau12660 engine stop switch “ / ” set this switch to “ ” before starting the engine. Se...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-16 3 eau12870 shift pedal the shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and is used in com- bination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 6-speed con- stant-mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle. Eau33851 brake lever the brake le...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-17 3 eau12941 brake pedal the brake pedal is on the right side of the motorcycle. To apply the rear brake, press down on the brake pedal. Eau13074 fuel tank cap to open the fuel tank cap open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in- sert the key into the lock, and then tu...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-18 3 eau13221 fuel make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank. Warning ewa10881 gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, follow these instructions. 1. Before refueli...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-19 3 brand. Use of unleaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs. Eau39451 fuel tank breather/overflow hose before operating the motorcycle: ● check the fuel tank breather/over- flow hose connection. ● check the fuel tank breather/over- flo...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-20 3 notice eca10701 use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded gasoline will cause unre- pairable damage to the catalytic converter. Eau39032 seats rider seat to remove the rider seat pull back the rear of the rider seat as shown, remove the bolts, and then pul...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-21 3 2. While holding the key in that posi- tion, lift the front of the passenger seat and pull it forward. To install the passenger seat 1. Insert the projections on the pas- senger seat into the seat holders as shown, and then push the front of the seat down to l...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-22 3 3. Pass one of the other snap hooks of the cable through the helmet strap buckle, and then clip the snap hook onto the cable holder as shown. 4. Install the passenger seat. Warning! Never ride with a helmet attached to a helmet holding cable, since the helmet ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-23 3 eau38943 adjusting the front fork warning ewa10180 always adjust both fork legs equal- ly, otherwise poor handling and loss of stability may result. This front fork is equipped with spring preload adjusting bolts, rebound damp- ing force adjusting screws, comp...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-24 3 rebound damping force to increase the rebound damping force and thereby harden the rebound damp- ing, turn the adjusting screw on each fork leg in direction (a). To decrease the rebound damping force and thereby soften the rebound damping, turn the adjusting s...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-25 3 and thereby soften the compression damping, turn the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in direction (b). Tip although the total number of clicks of a damping force adjusting mechanism may not exactly match the above spec- ifications due to small differences in p...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-26 3 rebound damping force to increase the rebound damping force and thereby harden the rebound damp- ing, turn the adjusting screw in direction (a). To decrease the rebound damping force and thereby soften the rebound damping, turn the adjusting screw in di- recti...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-27 3 to increase the compression damping force and thereby harden the compres- sion damping, turn the adjusting bolt in direction (a). To decrease the compres- sion damping force and thereby soften the compression damping, turn the ad- justing bolt in direction (b)...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-28 3 on the passenger seat, remove the passenger seat, unhook the straps from the hooks, and then install the seat with the straps hanging out from under the passenger seat. (see page 3-20.) eau41941 exup system this model is equipped with yamaha’s exup (exhaust ul...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-29 3 below and have a yamaha dealer re- pair it if it does not function proper- ly. Eau44892 ignition circuit cut-off system the ignition circuit cut-off system (com- prising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the fol- lowing functions. ● i...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-30 3 with the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ 3. Turn the key on. 4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 5. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? With the engine still running...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-1 4 eau15596 inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the owner’s manual. Warning ewa11151 failure to inspect or maint...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-2 4 rear brake • check operation. • if soft or spongy, have yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • check brake pads for wear. • replace if necessary. • check fluid level in reservoir. • if necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level. • check hy...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-3 4 chassis fasteners • make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. • tighten if necessary. — instruments, lights, signals and switches • check operation. • correct if necessary. — sidestand switch • check operation of ignition circuit c...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-1 5 eau15951 read the owner’s manual carefully to become familiar with all controls. If there is a control or function you do not understand, ask your yamaha dealer. Warning ewa10271 failure to familiarize yourself with the controls can lead to loss of con- tr...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-2 5 notice eca11833 if a warning or indicator light does not come on initially when the key is turned to “on”, or if a warning or in- dicator light remains on, see page 3-4 for the corresponding warning and indicator light circuit check. 2. Shift the transmiss...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-3 5 eau16810 tips for reducing fuel con- sumption fuel consumption depends largely on your riding style. Consider the following tips to reduce fuel consumption: ● shift up swiftly, and avoid high en- gine speeds during acceleration. ● do not rev the engine whi...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-4 5 eau17213 parking when parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. Warning ewa10311 ● 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 bu...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-1 6 eau17241 periodic inspection, adjustment, and lu- brication will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition pos- sible. Safety is an obligation of the vehi- cle owner/operator. The most important points of vehicle inspection, adjust- ment, ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-2 6 eau46861 tip ● the annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the uk, a mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead. ● from 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (600...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-3 6 eau1770c general maintenance and lubrication chart no. 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. √ 2 clutch • ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-4 6 10 drive chain • check chain slack, alignment and condition. • adjust and lubricate chain with a special o-ring chain lubricant thoroughly. Every 800 km (500 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or riding in wet areas 11 * steering bearin...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-5 6 21 * rear suspension re- lay arm and con- necting arm pivoting points • check operation. √ √ √ √ 22 engine oil • change. • check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. √ √ √ √ √ √ 23 engine oil filter car- tridge • replace. √ √ √ 24 * cooling system • check ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-6 6 eau18680 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 unu...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-7 6 eau18712 removing and installing cowl- ings and panels the cowlings and panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a cowling or panel needs to be re- moved and installed....

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-8 6 2. Remove the projection on cowling a from the hole in cowling b as shown. 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 li...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-9 6 to install the cowling 1. Connect the turn signal light lead coupler. 2. Fit the projections into the slots, slide the cowling rearward, and then fit the forward-most projection into the slot. 3. Fit the projection on cowling a into the hole in cowling b as ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-10 6 3. Remove the bolts and the quick fastener, and then pull the cowling off as shown. To install the cowling 1. Fit the slot in cowling c over the projection on the front cowling. 2. Install the bolts and the quick fas- tener. 3. Place the wire harness in the...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-11 6 eau19652 checking the spark plugs the spark plugs are important engine components, which should be checked periodically, preferably by a yamaha dealer. Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode, they should be removed and checked in ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-12 6 eau3899a engine oil and oil filter car- tridge 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 cha...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-13 6 tip skip steps 6–12 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced. 6. Remove the shift arm by removing the bolt and pulling it off the shift shaft. 7. Remove the fuel tank breath- er/overflow hoses from the guides. 8. Remove the oil filter cartridge wit...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-14 6 11. Install the fuel tank breather/over- flow hoses into the guides, then place them in their original posi- tion. 12. Install the shift arm by aligning the match mark on the shift arm with the match mark on the shift shaft and installing the bolt, then tig...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-15 6 addition, do not use oils labeled “energy conserving ii” or higher. ● make sure that no foreign mate- rial enters the crankcase. 15. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im- mediate...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-16 6 if water has been used instead of coolant, replace it with cool- ant as soon as possible, other- wise the cooling system will not be protected against frost and corrosion. If water has been added to the coolant, have a yamaha dealer check the anti- freeze c...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-17 6 9. After the coolant is completely drained, thoroughly flush the cool- ing system with clean tap water. 10. Install the coolant reservoir by in- stalling the bolts. 11. Connect the radiator hose, and then move the hose clamp back to its original position. 1...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-18 6 eau36764 air filter element the 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. Eau44734 checking the engine idling speed check the engine...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-19 6 eau21401 valve clearance the valve clearance changes with use, resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic mai...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-20 6 tire inspection the tires must be checked before each ride. If the center tread depth reaches the specified limit, if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is cracked, have a yamaha dealer re- place the tire immediately. Tip the t...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-21 6 warning ewa10600 this motorcycle is fitted with super- high-speed tires. Note the following points in order to make the most ef- ficient use of these tires. ● use only the specified replace- ment tires. Other tires may run the danger of bursting at super hi...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-22 6 eau33891 adjusting the clutch lever free play the clutch lever free play should mea- sure 10.0–15.0 mm (0.39–0.59 in) as shown. Periodically check the clutch le- ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it as follows. To increase the clutch lever free play, ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-23 6 eau22273 brake light switches the brake light, which is activated by the brake pedal and brake lever, should come on just before braking takes ef- fect. If necessary, adjust the rear brake light switch as follows, but the front brake light switch should be ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-24 6 eau22580 checking the brake fluid level front brake rear brake insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the brake system, possibly caus- ing it to become ineffective. Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark and reple...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-25 6 eau22731 changing the brake fluid have a yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at the intervals specified in the tip after the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. In addition, have the oil seals of the master cylinders and calipers as well as the bra...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-26 6 2. To tighten the drive chain, turn the drive chain slack adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in direc- tion (a). To loosen the drive chain, turn the adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in direction (b), and then push the rear wheel for- war...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-27 6 eau23025 cleaning and lubricating the drive chain the drive chain must be cleaned and lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear out, especially when riding in dusty or wet areas...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-28 6 eau23112 checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable the operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride. In addi- tion, the cable should be lubricated by a yamaha dealer at the intervals speci- fied in the periodic maintenance ch...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-29 6 eau23142 checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers brake lever clutch lever the operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride, and the lever pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary. Eau23202 checking and lubricati...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-30 6 eaum1651 lubricating the swingarm piv- ots the swingarm pivots must be lubricat- ed by a yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Eau23272 checking the front fork the condition and operation of the front fo...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-31 6 eau23283 checking the steering 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 pe- riodic maintenance and lubrication chart. 1. Place a stand under the...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-32 6 working near batteries. In case of contact, administer the fol- lowing first aid. • external: flush with plenty of water. • internal: drink large quan- tities of water or milk and im- mediately call a physician. • eyes: flush with water for 15 minutes and s...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-33 6 eau23705 replacing the fuses the main fuse, the fuel injection system fuse, and fuse box 1 are located under the rider seat. (see page 3-20.) fuse box 2 is located under panel a. (see page 6-7.) if a fuse is blown, replace it as follows. 1. Turn the key to ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-34 6 eau39012 replacing a headlight bulb this model is equipped with quartz bulb headlights. If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows. Notice eca10650 take care not to damage the follow- ing parts: ● headlight bulb do not touch the glass part of the ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-35 6 6. Install the headlight bulb cover by turning it clockwise. 7. Have a yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary. Eau24181 tail/brake light this model is equipped with an led- type tail/brake light. If the tail/brake light does not come on, have ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-36 6 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in, and then turn it clock- wise until it stops. 4. Install the lens by installing the screw. Notice: do not over- tighten the screw, otherwise the lens may break. [eca11191] eau24312 replacing the license plate...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-37 6 eau44940 auxiliary light this model is equipped with an led- type auxiliary light. If the auxiliary light does not come on, have a yamaha dealer check it. Eau24350 supporting the motorcycle since this model is not equipped with a centerstand, follow these p...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-38 6 eau24360 front wheel eau33923 to remove the front wheel warning ewa10821 to avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over. 1. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch bolts, the axle bolt, and then the brake caliper bolts. 2. ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-39 6 5. Install the brake hose holders by installing the bolts and nuts. 6. Tighten the axle bolt to the speci- fied torque. Tip while tightening the axle bolt, hold the wheel axle with a 19-mm hexagon wrench to keep it from turning. 7. Tighten wheel axle pinch ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-40 6 eau25080 rear wheel eau44951 to remove the rear wheel warning ewa10821 to avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over. 1. Loosen the axle nut. 2. Lift the rear wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 6...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-41 6 ● make sure that there is enough space between the brake pads be- fore installing the wheel. 2. Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket. 3. Install the axle nut, and then lower the rear wheel so that it is on the ground, and then put the sidestand do...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-42 6 heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex- plode, causing severe injury or property damage. U13se2e0.Book page 42 tuesday, august 4, 2009 4:01 pm.

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-43 6 eau42501 troubleshooting charts starting problems or poor engine performance check the fuel level in the fuel tank. 1. Fuel there is enough fuel. There is no fuel. Check the compression. Supply fuel. The engine does not start. Check the compression. Operate...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-44 6 engine overheating warning ewat1040 ● do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled. ● place a...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-1 7 eau37833 matte color caution notice eca15192 some models are equipped with matte colored finished parts. Be sure to consult a yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use be- fore cleaning the vehicle. Using a brush, harsh chemical products or cleaning compounds...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-2 7 off any detergent residue using plenty of water, as it is harmful to plastic parts. ● do not use any harsh chemical products on plastic parts or the muffler. Be sure to avoid using cloths or sponges which have been in contact with strong or abrasive cleaning product...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-3 7 ● never use compounds or other special treatments to clean the tita- nium muffler, as they will remove the finish on the outer surface of the muffler. ● even the smallest amounts of oil, such as from oily towels or finger- prints, will leave stains on the tita- nium...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-4 7 eau26181 storage short-term always store your motorcycle in a cool, dry place and, if necessary, protect it against dust with a porous cover. Notice eca10810 ● storing the motorcycle in a poorly ventilated room or cover- ing it with a tarp, while it is still wet, wi...

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    Specifications 8-1 8 dimensions: overall length: 2040 mm (80.3 in) overall width: 705 mm (27.8 in) overall height: 1100 mm (43.3 in) seat height: 850 mm (33.5 in) wheelbase: 1380 mm (54.3 in) ground clearance: 130 mm (5.12 in) minimum turning radius: 3600 mm (141.7 in) weight: with oil and fuel: 189...

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    Specifications 8-2 8 gear ratio: 1st: 31/12 (2.583) 2nd: 32/16 (2.000) 3rd: 30/18 (1.667) 4th: 26/18 (1.444) 5th: 27/21 (1.286) 6th: 23/20 (1.150) chassis: frame type: diamond caster angle: 24.00 ° trail: 97.0 mm (3.82 in) front tire: type: tubeless size: 120/70 zr17m/c (58w) manufacturer/model: bri...

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    Specifications 8-3 8 electrical system: ignition system: tci (digital) charging system: ac magneto battery: model: ytz10s voltage, capacity: 12 v, 8.6 ah headlight: bulb type: halogen bulb bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: headlight: 12 v, 55 w × 2 tail/brake light: led front turn signal light: 12 v...

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    Consumer information 9-1 9 eau48610 identification numbers 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: ...

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    Index a air filter element .................................... 6-18 anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-14 auxiliary light......................................... 6-37 b battery................................................... 6-31 brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricatin...

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    Index tool kit .................................................... 6-1 troubleshooting .................................... 6-41 troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-43 turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-4 turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-35 turn sig...

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    A5-yoko_blank.Fm page 1 tuesday, april 8, 2003 11:43 am.

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    Printed on recycled paper yamaha motor co., ltd. Printed in japan 2009.08-0.3 × 1 cr (e) dic183.