Yamaha YZF-R6P, Owner'S Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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9 *
Rear suspension
link pivots
• Check operation.
• Apply grease lightly every 16,000 mi
(25,000 km) or 24 months.
• Lithium-soap-based grease
• Correct if necessary.
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10 *
Shock absorber
assembly • Check operation and for oil leakage.
• Replace if necessary.
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11 * Front fork
• Check operation and oil leakage.
• Replace if necessary.
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12 * Steering bearings
• Check bearing assembly for
looseness.
• Moderately repack every 16,000 mi
(25,000 km) or 24 months.
• Lithium-soap-based grease
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√
Repack.
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13
Brake and clutch
lever pivot shafts
• Apply chain lube lightly.
• Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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14
Brake and shift
pedal pivot shafts
• Apply chain lube lightly.
• Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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15 * Drive chain
• Check chain slack/alignment
condition.
• Adjust and lubricate chain thoroughly.
• Special O-ring chain lubricant.
Every 600 mi (1,000 km) or after washing the motorcycle
or riding in the rain.
16 * Wheel bearings • Check bearings for smooth operation.
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No. ITEM ROUTINE
INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS
600 mi
(1,000 km)
or
1 month
4,000mi
(7,000 km)
or
6 months
8,000 mi
(13,000 km)
or
12 months
12,000 mi
(19,000 km)
or
18 months
16,000 mi
(25,000 km)
or
24 months
20,000 mi
(31,000 km)
or
30 months
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.
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