Yamaha YZF-R6 99, Service Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION INTERVALS
CHK
ADJ
NOTE:
EVERY
No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBS
INITIAL
(1,000 km)
6,000 km or
6 months
(whichever
comes first)
12,000 km
or
12 months
(whichever
comes first)
15 * Chassis fasteners
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.
Tighten if necessary.
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16 Sidestand
Check operation.
Lubricate and repair if necessary.
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17 * Sidestand switch
Check operation.
Replace if necessary.
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18 * Front fork
Check operation and for oil leakage.
Correct accordingly.
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19 *
Rear shock absorber
assembly Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.
Replace shock absorber assembly if necessary.
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20 *
Rear suspension relay
arm and connecting
arm pivoting points Check operation.
Lubricate with lithium soap base grease every 24,000
km or 24 months (whichever comes first).
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21 * Carburetors
Check engine idling speed, synchronization and
starter operation.
Adjust if necessary.
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22 Engine oil
Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
Correct if necessary.
Change. (Warm engine before draining.)
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23
Engine oil filter car-
tridge
Replace.
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24 * Cooling system
Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.
Correct if necessary.
Change coolant every 24,000 km or 24 months (which-
ever comes first).
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* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, they should be serviced by a
Yamaha dealer.
The air filter element needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake system.
– Replace the brake fluid after disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder.
– Check the brake fluid level and add fluid as required.
– Replace the master cylinder and caliper cylinder oil seals every two years.
– Replace the brake hoses every four years, or if cracked or damaged.