Yamaha FZ6RC, Service Manual, Page: 103 / 420

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.
TIP
From 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8000 mi
(13000 km) or 12 months.
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Air filter
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This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be
cleaned with compressed air to avoid damaging it.
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The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty
areas.
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Hydraulic brake service
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After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always change the fluid. Regularly
check the brake fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required.
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Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and
change the brake fluid.
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Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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Sidestand pivot
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Check operation.
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Apply lithium-soap-based
grease lightly.
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18 * Sidestand switch
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Check operation and replace
if necessary.
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19 * Front fork
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Check operation and for oil
leakage.
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Replace if necessary.
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20 *
Shock absorber
assembly
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Check operation and for oil
leakage.
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Replace if necessary.
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21 Engine oil
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Change (warm engine
before draining).
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22 *
Engine oil filter
cartridge
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Replace.
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23 * Cooling system
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Check hoses for cracks or
damage.
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Replace if necessary.
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Change with ethylene glycol
anti-freeze coolant every 24
months.
Change.
24 *
Front and rear
brake switches
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Check operation.
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25 * Control cables
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Apply Yamaha chain and
cable lube or engine oil thor-
oughly.
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26 *
Throttle grip
housing and
cable
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Check operation and free
play.
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Adjust the throttle cable free
play if necessary.
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Lubricate the throttle grip
housing and cable.
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27 *
Lights, signals
and switches ●
Check operation.
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Adjust headlight beam.
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No. ITEM ROUTINE
INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS
600 mi
(1000 km)
or
1 month
4000 mi
(7000 km)
or
6 months
8000 mi
(13000
km)
or
12 months
12000 mi
(19000
km)
or
18 months
16000 mi
(25000
km)
or
24 months
20000 mi
(31000
km)
or
30 months