Yamaha YZFR6X(C) Owner'S Manual Download

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

6-40

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 a Yamaha dealer check it.

EAU24202

Replacing a turn signal light
bulb

1. Remove the turn signal light lens

by removing the screw.

2. Remove the defective bulb by

pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.

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.

CAUTION:

ECA11190

Do not overtighten the screw, other-
wise the lens may break.

1. Screw

1. Turn signal light bulb

U13S10E0.book Page 40 Friday, September 7, 2007 5:10 PM

Summary of Contents for YZFR6X(C)

Page 1: ...13S 28199 10 YZFR6X C OWNER S MANUAL LIT 11626 21 61...

Page 2: ...EAU10041 U13S10E0 book Page 1 Friday September 7 2007 5 10 PM...

Page 3: ...cle If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle please consult a Yamaha dealer The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emiss...

Page 4: ...nsult your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10010 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE RIDING TIPS BOOKLET CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERAT...

Page 5: ...CHNIQUES REGULAR INSPECTIONS AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MOTORCYCLE Product and specifications...

Page 6: ...ion U S A 1st edition August 2007 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan P N L...

Page 7: ...nance and lubrication chart 6 4 Removing and installing cowlings and panels 6 9 Checking the spark plugs 6 13 Canister for California only 6 14 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 6 14 Coolant 6 18 Ai...

Page 8: ...ooting charts 6 47 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Matte color caution 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 4 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 Reporting safety defects 9 3 Moto...

Page 9: ...s have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the motorcycle Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the chance of this type of accident Therefore Wear a brig...

Page 10: ...ld or goggles Wind in your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of vision that could delay seeing a hazard The use of a jacket heavy boots trousers gloves etc is effective in preventing...

Page 11: ...ion when selecting and installing any ac cessories Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided under Load ing when mounting accessories Never install accessories or carry cargo tha...

Page 12: ...quate ventilation Always turn the engine off before leaving the motorcycle unattended and remove the key from the main switch When parking the motor cycle note the following The engine and exhaust sys...

Page 13: ...NFORMATION 1 5 1 EAU10381 Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 U13S10E0 book Page 5 Friday September 7 2007...

Page 14: ...olvent will damage windshield Use neutral detergent 5JW 00 California only California only California only HOWTO LAYOUT FUEL HOSES 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 2 1 3 1 4 1 1 1 FUEL DELIVERY FUEL PUMP FUEL FILTER P...

Page 15: ...A1 3 kg 7 lbs 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm2 42psi 5VY 21668 00 WARNING 4C8 2118K 00 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ THE OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET eye protecti...

Page 16: ...Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt for slow compression damping page 3 20 7 Owner s tool kit page 6 1 8 Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw page...

Page 17: ...page 6 36 7 Air filter element page 6 21 8 Front brake fluid reservoir page 6 28 9 Radiator cap page 6 18 10 Coolant reservoir page 6 18 11 Engine oil filler cap page 6 14 12 Coolant drain bolt page 6...

Page 18: ...ver page 3 12 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 11 3 Main switch steering lock page 3 1 4 Multi function meter unit page 3 5 5 Right handlebar switches page 3 11 6 Brake lever page 3 12 7 Throttle grip...

Page 19: ...U10660 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed EAU10680 LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are off The key can be re moved To lock the steering 1 Turn the handleb...

Page 20: ...alfunction This model is also equipped with a self diagnosis device for the oil level detection circuit If the oil lev el detection circuit is defective the following cycle will be repeated un til the...

Page 21: ...If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU11423 Coolant temperature warning light This warning light comes on when the engine overheats When this occurs stop the engine immediately and...

Page 22: ...iding 117 134 C 243 274 F Temperature display flashes Warning light comes on Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until the coolant temperature goes down If the temperature does not go down stop the...

Page 23: ...n it is time to shift to the next higher gear The electrical circuit of the indicator light can be checked by turning the key to ON If the indicator light does not come on for a few seconds then go of...

Page 24: ...To switch the speedometer and odometer tripmeter displays be tween kilometers and miles press the SELECT button for at least one second Tachometer The electric tachometer allows the rider to monitor...

Page 25: ...will reset itself automatically and the display will return to the prior mode after refueling and traveling 5 km 3 mi Stopwatch mode To change the display to the stopwatch mode select it by pushing th...

Page 26: ...et to be displayed the coolant temperature warning light comes on when the engine overheats When the key is turned to ON the coolant temperature is auto matically displayed even if the air intake temp...

Page 27: ...the engine speed at which the indi cator light will be deactivated Shift timing indicator light bright ness This function allows you to adjust the brightness of the indicator light to suit your prefer...

Page 28: ...the SELECT button to con firm the selected engine speed The control mode changes to the shift timing indicator light deactiva tion function To set the shift timing indicator light de activation funct...

Page 29: ...sound the horn EAU12660 Engine stop switch Set this switch to before starting the engine Set this switch to to stop the engine in case of an emergen cy such as when the vehicle overturns or when the...

Page 30: ...ination 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 lever is located at the right handlebar grip...

Page 31: ...o open the fuel tank cap Open the fuel tank cap lock cover in sert the key into the lock and then turn it 1 4 turn clockwise The lock will be re leased and the fuel tank cap can be opened To close the...

Page 32: ...Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en gine CAUTION ECA10070 Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a clean dry soft cloth since fuel may deteriorate painted surfac es or plastic parts EAU13380 CAUTION ECA...

Page 33: ...xhaust system is hot after op eration Make sure that the exhaust system has cooled down before do ing any maintenance work CAUTION ECA10700 The following precautions must be observed to prevent a fire...

Page 34: ...ssenger 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 lock it in pla...

Page 35: ...ap buckle and then clip the snap hook onto the cable holder as shown 4 Install the passenger seat WARNING EWA14330 Never ride with a helmet attached to a helmet holding cable since the helmet may hit...

Page 36: ...in di rection a To decrease the spring pre load and thereby soften the suspension turn the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in direction b NOTE Align the appropriate groove on the ad justing mechanism...

Page 37: ...chanism beyond the maximum or minimum settings NOTE Although the total number of clicks of a damping force adjusting mechanism may not exactly match the above spec ifications due to small differences...

Page 38: ...sion damping and a compression damping force adjusting bolt for slow compression damping CAUTION ECA10100 Never attempt to turn an adjusting mechanism beyond the maximum or minimum settings Spring pre...

Page 39: ...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...

Page 40: ...ty damage or personal injury that may result from improper handling Do not tamper with or attempt to open the gas cylinder Do not subject the shock ab sorber to an open flame or other high heat source...

Page 41: ...r mance of or damage to the engine EAU15301 Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side of the frame Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright NOTE The b...

Page 42: ...gear and the side stand is up but the clutch lever is not pulled It prevents starting when the trans mission is in gear and the clutch le ver is pulled but the sidestand is still down It cuts the run...

Page 43: ...nd down Does the engine stall After the engine has stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Keep the clutch lever pulled 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can b...

Page 44: ...ences Therefore it is very important in addition to a thorough visual inspec tion to check the following points before each ride NOTE Pre operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used...

Page 45: ...t 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...

Page 46: ...sary 6 22 6 25 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 6 32 Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pi...

Page 47: ...Before starting the engine check the function of the igni tion circuit cut off system ac cording to the procedure described on page 3 24 Never ride with the sidestand down 1 Turn the key to ON and mak...

Page 48: ...sion in the neutral position do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off and do not tow the motorcycle for long dis tances The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is...

Page 49: ...n EAU16740 Recommended shift points The recommended shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below EAU16841 Engine break in There is never a more important period in th...

Page 50: ...the vehi cle NOTE During and after the engine break in period the exhaust heat may cause discoloration of the exhaust pipe but this is normal EAU17212 Parking When parking stop the engine and then re...

Page 51: ...TO EMISSIONS CONTROL THESE CONTROLS NOT ONLY FUNCTION TO ENSURE CLEANER AIR BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER EN GINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IN THE FOLLOW ING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS THE SE...

Page 52: ...NING EWA10340 Modifications not approved by Yamaha may cause loss of perfor mance excessive emissions and render the vehicle unsafe for use Consult a Yamaha dealer before at tempting any changes U13S1...

Page 53: ...ssary 2 Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace every 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months Replace Replace 3 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold Every 26600...

Page 54: ...ck operation Adjust or replace cable 3 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 4 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Repl...

Page 55: ...lithium soap based grease Every 12000 mi 19000 km 12 Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fas teners Correct if necessary 13 Brake lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 14 Brake...

Page 56: ...tion Correct if necessary 22 Engine oil Change warm engine before draining 23 Engine oil filter car tridge Replace 24 Cooling system Check hoses for cracks or dam age Replace if necessary Change with...

Page 57: ...e service After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers always change the fluid Regularly check the brake fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required 26 Control cables Apply Yamaha...

Page 58: ...6 Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U13S10E0 boo...

Page 59: ...in this chapter Refer to this section each time a cowling or panel needs to be re moved and installed EAU44931 Cowlings A and B To remove one of the cowlings 1 Remove the bolts quick fasteners and qu...

Page 60: ...the slot slide the cowling forward and then remove the re maining projections from the slots as shown 4 Disconnect the turn signal light lead coupler 1 Quick fastener screw 2 Quick fastener 1 Cowling...

Page 61: ...shown 4 Install the bolts quick fasteners and quick fastener screw EAU39092 Cowling C To remove the cowling 1 Remove cowling B and panel B See page 6 9 2 Unfasten the wire harness by pressing on the p...

Page 62: ...he orig inal position and then close the plastic fastener 4 Install the cowling and the panel EAU39060 Panels A and B To remove one of the panels Remove the bolts and then pull the panel off as shown...

Page 63: ...essive carbon or other deposits it should be replaced Before installing a spark plug the spark plug gap should be measured with a wire thickness gauge and if necessary adjusted to specification Clean...

Page 64: ...check the engine oil level 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion NOTE Make sure that the vehicle is positioned straight up when checking the oil level A slight t...

Page 65: ...l 5 Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase NOTE Skip steps 6 12 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 6 Remove the shift arm by removing the bo...

Page 66: ...ch mark on the shift arm with the match mark on the shift shaft and installing the bolt then tighten ing it to the specified torque CAUTION ECA15341 Be sure to align the match marks to ensure proper s...

Page 67: ...t idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking im mediately turn the engine off and check for the cause NOTE After the engine is started the engine oil level warning li...

Page 68: ...nt reservoir NOTE The coolant should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 3 If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark remove pan el B See page 6 9 4 Remove the coolant reservoir c...

Page 69: ...oolant 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and let the engine cool if nec essary 2 Remove cowlings B and C See page 6 9 3 Place a container under the engine to collect the used coolant 4 Remove th...

Page 70: ...on 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 antifreeze content of the coolant a...

Page 71: ...maintenance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air filter element EAU44730 Checking the engine idling speed The engine idling speed must be checked as follows and if necessary adj...

Page 72: ...cified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU21750 Tires To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motor cycle note the following points regarding the specified...

Page 73: ...se tire damage an accident or even injury Tire inspection Always check the tires before operating the motorcycle If a tire tread shows crosswise lines minimum tread depth if the tire has a nail or gla...

Page 74: ...ys make sure that the valve caps are securely installed to prevent air pressure leakage Use only the tire valves and valve cores listed below to avoid tire deflation during a high speed ride WARNING E...

Page 75: ...an dling characteristics and a short ened tire life Ride at moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire sur face must first be broken in for it to develop its optimal characteris tics EAU2201...

Page 76: ...ease the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction b NOTE If the specified clutch lever free play cannot be obtained as described above proceed as follows 1 Fully turn the adjusting...

Page 77: ...a To make the brake light come on later turn the adjusting nut in direction b EAU22390 Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals sp...

Page 78: ...brake fluid is above the minimum level mark and replenish if necessary A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage If the brake fluid level is low be sure to chec...

Page 79: ...ubrication chart In addition have the oil seals of the master cylin ders and calipers as well as the brake hoses replaced at the intervals listed below or whenever they are damaged or leaking Oil seal...

Page 80: ...heel alignment Use the end of the swingarm as the reference point for the alignment marks CAUTION ECA10570 Improper drive chain slack will over load the engine as well as other vital parts of the moto...

Page 81: ...the motorcycle and riding in the rain 1 Clean the drive chain with kero sene and a small soft brush CAUTION ECA11120 To prevent damaging the O rings do not clean the drive chain with steam cleaners hi...

Page 82: ...e with cable movement Replace damaged ca bles as soon as possible to prevent unsafe conditions EAU23111 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should b...

Page 83: ...r The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommended lu...

Page 84: ...the front fork The condition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance and lubrication chart To check the condition WARNING EW...

Page 85: ...ust be checked as fol lows at the intervals specified in the pe riodic maintenance and lubrication chart 1 Place a stand under the engine to raise the front wheel off the ground WARNING EWA10750 Secur...

Page 86: ...contains sul furic acid which causes severe burns Avoid any contact with skin eyes or clothing and al ways shield your eyes when working near batteries In case of contact administer the fol lowing FIR...

Page 87: ...the battery If you do not have access to a sealed type MF battery charg er have a Yamaha dealer charge your battery EAU23704 Replacing the fuses The main fuse the fuel injection system fuse and fuse...

Page 88: ...a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system EAU39010 Replacing a headlight bulb This model is equipped with quartz bulb headlights If a headlight bulb burns out replace it as follows 1 Remove the hea...

Page 89: ...bulb to keep it free from oil otherwise the transpar ency of the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely affected Thor oughly clean off any dirt and fin gerprints on the h...

Page 90: ...bulb 1 Remove the turn signal light lens by removing the screw 2 Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 3 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and then tu...

Page 91: ...or performing other maintenance requiring the motorcycle to stand up right Check that the motorcycle is in a stable and level position before starting any maintenance A strong wooden box can be placed...

Page 92: ...ront wheel axle pinch bolts the axle bolt and then the brake caliper bolts 2 Lift the front wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 6 41 3 Remove the brake hose holder and reflector on...

Page 93: ...xle bolt to the speci fied torque NOTE 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 bolt B then pinch bolt A to the...

Page 94: ...nut 2 Lift the rear wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 6 41 3 Remove the axle nut 4 Loosen the locknut on each side of the swingarm 5 Turn the drive chain slack adjust ing bolts i...

Page 95: ...l 1 Install the wheel and the brake cal iper bracket by inserting the wheel axle from the left hand side NOTE Be sure to insert the retainer on the brake caliper bracket into the slot in the swingarm...

Page 96: ...d easy procedures for checking these vital systems your self However should your motorcycle require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience...

Page 97: ...here is no compression Check the ignition Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gaps or...

Page 98: ...d press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap NOTE If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recommen...

Page 99: ...cleaning 1 Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and covers as well as all electrical couplers and connectors including the spark plug...

Page 100: ...use Remove dirt with warm water a mild detergent and a soft clean sponge and then rinse thoroughly with clean water Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush for hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects wi...

Page 101: ...com mended to apply a corrosion pro tection spray on all metal including chrome and nickel plat ed surfaces 5 Use spray oil as a universal clean er to remove any remaining dirt 6 Touch up minor paint...

Page 102: ...he electrodes are grounded This will limit spark ing during the next step d Turn the engine over several times with the starter This will coat the cylinder walls with oil e Remove the spark plug caps...

Page 103: ...replacement 2 60 L 2 75 US qt 2 29 Imp qt Cooling system Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maximum level mark 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt Radiator capacity including all routes 2 30 L 2 43 US qt...

Page 104: ...0 190 kg 198 419 lb YZFR6XC 90 189 kg 198 417 lb Front 250 kPa 36 psi 2 50 kgf cm Rear 290 kPa 42 psi 2 90 kgf cm High speed riding Front 250 kPa 36 psi 2 50 kgf cm Rear 290 kPa 42 psi 2 90 kgf cm Fro...

Page 105: ...er lighting LED Neutral indicator light LED High beam indicator light LED Oil level warning light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Fuel level warning light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED...

Page 106: ...ification number The key identification number is stamped into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU26400 Vehicle identification num...

Page 107: ...affixed to the frame under the passenger seat See page 3 15 Record the information on this la bel in the space provided This informa tion will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer...

Page 108: ...d if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Yamaha...

Page 109: ...e for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or...

Page 110: ...er that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 400...

Page 111: ...MATION 9 6 9 36000 mi 55000 km or 54 months 40000 mi 61000 km or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks U13S10E0 book Page 6 Friday September...

Page 112: ...arranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer In order for this warranty to remain in effect this inspection and registration must take place within ten 10 days after transfer An inspection and re...

Page 113: ...ater date Each Yamaha motorcycle dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Is the warranty transferable to second owners Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can...

Page 114: ...repairs There s no deductible to pay and repairs aren t pro rated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is includ...

Page 115: ...protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number your frame number We ll be happy to help...

Page 116: ...elmet holding cable 3 17 High beam indicator light 3 2 Horn switch 3 11 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 3 24 Indicator and warning lights 3 2 K Key identification number 9...

Page 117: ...6 47 Turn signal indicator lights 3 2 Turn signal light bulb replacing 6 40 Turn signal switch 3 11 V Valve clearance 6 22 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Warranty extended 9 9 Warranty limited 9...

Page 118: ...A5 yoko_Blank fm Page 1 Tuesday April 8 2003 11 43 AM...

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Page 120: ...PRINTED IN JAPAN 2007 10 4 6 1 CR E PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD...

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