Yamaha R6 2023 Owner'S Manual Download

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DIC183

BN6-28199-1C

YZFR6WP

OWNER’S MANUAL

Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.

LIT-11626-36-59

This owner’s manual is for the street legal version and is for reference only.
See a Yamaha dealer for more details.

Summary of Contents for R6 2023

Page 1: ...9 1C YZFR6WP OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle LIT 11626 36 59 This owner s manual is for the street legal version and is for reference only See a Yamaha dealer f...

Page 2: ...reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently...

Page 3: ...of the motorcycle To maintain these high standards it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained wit...

Page 4: ...ial personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or s...

Page 5: ...r Corporation U S A 1st edition September 2022 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed i...

Page 6: ...hifting 7 3 Parking 7 4 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 8 1 Tool kit 8 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 8 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 8 5 Removing and i...

Page 7: ...ng the motorcycle 8 37 Troubleshooting 8 37 Troubleshooting chart 8 39 Motorcycle care and storage 9 1 Matte color caution 9 1 Care 9 1 Storage 9 4 Specifications 10 1 Consumer information 11 1 Identi...

Page 8: ...le They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is a...

Page 9: ...road recreational riding 3FB 2415E 03 Premium unleaded gasoline only WARNING BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ THE OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS NEVER CARRY A PASSENGER You increase your risk of lo...

Page 10: ...st you Safe Riding Perform the pre operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi cle properly increases the poss...

Page 11: ...s intended for closed circuit use only It is not suitable for use on public roads Protective Apparel The majority of fatalities from motorcy cle accidents are the result of head in juries The use of a...

Page 12: ...ration of an overloaded vehicle could cause an accident When loading within this weight limit keep the following in mind Cargo and accessory weight should be kept as low and close to the motorcycle as...

Page 13: ...educe ground clearance or cornering clearance limit suspension travel steering travel or control opera tion or obscure lights or reflec tors Accessories fitted to the han dlebar or the front fork area...

Page 14: ...for models with a manual trans mission Secure the motorcycle with tie downs or suitable straps that are attached to solid parts of the mo torcycle such as the frame or up per front fork triple clamp...

Page 15: ...tank cap page 5 18 3 Spring preload adjuster page 5 23 4 Fast compression damping force adjuster page 5 23 5 Slow compression damping force adjuster page 5 23 6 Rebound damping force adjuster page 5 2...

Page 16: ...motor fuse page 8 35 4 Battery page 8 34 5 Spring preload adjuster page 5 21 6 Rebound damping force adjuster page 5 21 7 Compression damping force adjuster page 5 21 8 Coolant reservoir page 8 18 9...

Page 17: ...4 3 5 6 7 8 1 Clutch lever page 5 15 2 Left handlebar switches page 5 3 3 Main switch steering lock page 5 2 4 Multi function meter unit page 5 7 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 8 26 6 Right handle...

Page 18: ...rrent drive mode is shown in the drive mode display page 5 11 The current drive mode is saved when the vehicle is turned off Mode STD Mode STD is suitable for various rid ing conditions This mode allo...

Page 19: ...p pery surfaces The indicator light flashes when traction control has engaged You may notice slight changes in engine and ex haust sounds when the system has en gaged When the traction control system...

Page 20: ...ease traction control 1 2 3 4 5 6 TIP The traction control system settings can also be changed when moving in straight line if the throttle grip is held in a fixed position for two seconds while in 4t...

Page 21: ...en the shift switch detects motion in the shift pedal engine power and drive torque are momentarily adjusted to allow the upshift to occur TIP The quick shifter operates when travel ing at least 20 km...

Page 22: ...s in each standard key Store the code re registering key in a safe place Use a standard key for daily operation When key replacement or re register ing is necessary bring the vehicle and the code re r...

Page 23: ...safe place and only use it for code re registering EAU85050 ON All electrical circuits are supplied with power and the vehicle lights are turned on The engine can be started The key cannot be removed...

Page 24: ...ey in and turn it to LOCK 3 Remove the key TIP If the steering will not lock try turning the handlebars back to the right slight ly To unlock the steering From the LOCK position push the key in and tu...

Page 25: ...o stop the en gine in case of an emergency such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck EAU73931 Drive mode switch MODE See page 4 1 for an explanation of the drive mode EAU4...

Page 26: ...ops below approximately 3 4 L 0 90 US gal 0 75 Imp gal When this occurs refuel as soon as possible If a malfunction is detected the fuel level warning light will flash repeatedly Have a Yamaha dealer...

Page 27: ...light will come on TIP When the vehicle is turned on the light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the light does not come on or if the light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the...

Page 28: ...king 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 meter unit is equipped with t...

Page 29: ...tton and the RESET button for two sec onds The hour digits will start flashing 3 Push the RESET button to set the hours 4 Push the SELECT button and the minute digits will start flashing 5 Push the RE...

Page 30: ...the SELECT button for one second Lap order history is se lected indicated by L 20 in the lower part of the display or push the SELECT button again to se lect fast lap history indicated by F 20 L 20 la...

Page 31: ...coolant temperature is below 105 F Lo will be dis played Air temperature display This display indicates the temperature of the air drawn into the air intake duct Push the RESET button to switch the di...

Page 32: ...rol system display This display indicates which traction control system setting has been se lected 1 through 6 or OFF For more details on the traction control system settings and on how to select them...

Page 33: ...TIP The odometer will lock at 999999 The tripmeters will reset and con tinue counting after 9999 9 is reached Fuel reserve tripmeter If the fuel level warning light comes on the display will automatic...

Page 34: ..._ _ _ km L The average distance that can be traveled on 1 0 L of fuel is shown AVE _ _ _ _ L 100 km The aver age amount of fuel necessary to travel 100 km is shown AVE _ _ _ _ MPG The average distance...

Page 35: ...Push the SELECT button to con firm the setting The control mode changes to the shift light activity function To set the shift light activity function 1 Push the RESET button to select one of the foll...

Page 36: ...me on 1 Push the RESET button to set the deactivation point engine speed 2 Push the SELECT button to con firm the setting The control mode changes to the shift light bright ness function To adjust the...

Page 37: ...ever is equipped with a brake lever position adjusting dial To adjust the distance between the brake lever and the throttle grip push the brake lever away from the throttle grip and rotate the adjusti...

Page 38: ...h will revert the system to conven tional braking if a malfunction occurs TIP The ABS performs a self diagnos tic test each time the vehicle first starts off after the key is turned to ON and the vehi...

Page 39: ...222 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank WARNING EWA10882 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when re...

Page 40: ...is 91 or higher or the research octane number RON is 95 or higher If engine knocking or pinging occurs use a gasoline of a different brand or higher octane rating Gasohol There are two types of gasoho...

Page 41: ...nformation EAU13435 Catalytic converter The exhaust system contains catalytic converter s to reduce harmful exhaust emissions WARNING EWA10863 The exhaust system is hot after op eration To prevent a f...

Page 42: ...ped with adjustable suspension The spring preload re bound damping force and compres sion damping force of each leg can be adjusted WARNING EWA10181 Always adjust both fork legs equally otherwise poor...

Page 43: ...ound damping for ce To set the rebound damping force turn the adjuster in direction a until it stops and then count the clicks in di rection b TIP When turning the damping force adjuster in direction...

Page 44: ...EAU79933 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly This model is equipped with adjustable suspension The spring preload re bound damping force fast compres sion damping force and slow compression damping...

Page 45: ...count the clicks in di rection b TIP When turning the damping force adjuster in direction a the 0 click position and the 1 click position may be the same When turning the damping force adjuster in di...

Page 46: ...increase the compression damping force Turn the adjusting bolt in direction b to decrease the compression damping force To set the compression damping for ce turn the adjuster in direction a until it...

Page 47: ...ock absorber assembly to a Yamaha dealer for any service EAU15283 EXUP system This model is equipped with Yamaha s EXUP EXhaust Ultimate Power valve system This system boosts engine power by means of...

Page 48: ...ct the operator resulting in a possible loss of control Yamaha s ignition circuit cut off system has been designed to assist the operator in fulfilling the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be...

Page 49: ...s stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Pull the clutch lever 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden YES NO YES NO YES NO The neutral switch may not...

Page 50: ...nts ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage Check fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose for obstructions cracks or damage and check hose...

Page 51: ...e grip free play and lubricate ca ble and grip housing 8 20 8 30 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 8 30 Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Check c...

Page 52: ...ghtened Tighten if necessary Instruments lights signals and switches Check operation Correct if necessary Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut off system If system is not working c...

Page 53: ...themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided EAU17085 0 1000 km 0 600 m...

Page 54: ...light does not work as described above have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 3 Shift the transmission into the neutral position 4 Start the engine by pushing the start switch 5 Release the start swit...

Page 55: ...t designed to withstand the shock of forced shifting EAU16682 To start out and accelerate 1 Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch 2 Shift the transmission into first gear The neutral indicator...

Page 56: ...er rev This could cause loss of control an accident and injury It could also cause engine or drive train dam age EAU64150 Recommended shift points The recommended shift points during acceleration and...

Page 57: ...rforming maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine while...

Page 58: ...rovided are intended to assist you in the performance of pre ventive maintenance and minor re pairs However a torque wrench and other tools are necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly...

Page 59: ...0 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 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace if...

Page 60: ...Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Replace any damaged parts No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4000 mi 7000 km or 6 months 8000 mi 13000 km o...

Page 61: ...element Replace Every 24000 mi 37000 km 3 Clutch Check operation Adjust or replace cable 4 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 5 Rear brake Ch...

Page 62: ...ng bearings Check bearing assemblies for looseness Moderately repack with lithium soap based grease Every 16000 mi 25000 km 14 Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fas teners Correct if nec...

Page 63: ...place if necessary 23 Rear suspension link pivots Check operation Correct if necessary 24 Engine oil Change warm engine before draining 25 Engine oil filter car tridge Replace 26 Cooling system Check...

Page 64: ...e front brake master cylinder the brake calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years or sooner if cracked or damaged 28 Control cables Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or o...

Page 65: ...ribed in this chapter Refer to this section each time a cowl ing needs to be removed and installed EAU94601 Cowling A To remove the cowling 1 Remove the bolts quick fasten ers and quick fastener screw...

Page 66: ...into the slots 2 Slide the cowling as shown 3 Install the bolts quick fasteners and quick fastener screw TIP Install the bolts loosely then install the quick fasteners and quick fastener screw and the...

Page 67: ...wling C To remove the cowling 1 Remove the bolts quick fastener and quick fastener screw 2 Slide the cowling as shown 3 Remove the cowling by removing the upper projections from the slots 1 Cowling B...

Page 68: ...loosely then install the quick fastener and quick fastener screw and then tighten the bolts Cowling D To remove the cowling 1 Remove cowling C 2 Remove cowling D by removing the bolts To install the...

Page 69: ...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 70: ...icle on a level surfa ce and hold it in an upright posi tion A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading 2 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 3 Wait a few...

Page 71: ...sed oil 5 Remove the engine oil filler cap the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crankcase TIP Skip steps 6 12 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 6 Remove t...

Page 72: ...h the mark on the shift shaft and installing the shift arm bolt then tightening it to the specified torque NOTICE Be sure to align the slot and mark to ensure proper shifting If the slot and mark are...

Page 73: ...if the oil level is correct immediately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 18 Turn the engine off and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary 19 Check the dips...

Page 74: ...he coolant reservoir cap Never at tempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA15162 5 Add coolant to the maximum level mark NOTICE If coolant is not available use distilled water or sof...

Page 75: ...pt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA10382 EAU36765 Air filter element The air filter element must be replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication...

Page 76: ...is cold EAU94620 Tires Tires are the only contact between the vehicle and the road Safety in all con ditions of riding depends on a relatively small area of road contact Therefore it is essential to m...

Page 77: ...swise lines have a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately The replacement of all wheel and brake related parts includ ing the tires should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary professi...

Page 78: ...air pressure leakage Use only the tire valves and valve cores listed below to avoid tire deflation during a high speed ride After extensive tests only the tires list ed below have been approved for th...

Page 79: ...ve a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel Do not attempt even the smallest repair to the wheel A de formed or cracked wheel must be replaced The wheel should be balanced whenever either the tire or wheel h...

Page 80: ...the adjusting nut in di rection b 5 Tighten the locknut 6 Install the cowling EAU37914 Checking the brake lever free play There should be no free play at the brake lever end If there is free play hav...

Page 81: ...Yamaha dealer EAU22393 Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals spec ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU3...

Page 82: ...0262 Checking the brake fluid level Before riding check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark Check the brake fluid level with the top of the reservoir level Replenish the brake fluid i...

Page 83: ...ys clean up spilled fluid immediately As the brake pads wear it is normal for the brake fluid level to gradually go down A low brake fluid level may indi cate worn brake pads and or brake system leaka...

Page 84: ...cle and can lead to chain slip page or breakage To prevent this from occurring keep the drive chain slack within the specified limits ECA10572 EAU74260 To adjust the drive chain slack Consult a Yamaha...

Page 85: ...l quickly wear out especially when riding in dusty or wet areas Service the drive chain as follows NOTICE ECA10584 The drive chain must be lubricated after washing the motorcycle riding in the rain or...

Page 86: ...possible to prevent unsafe condi tions EWA10712 EAU23115 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride In addition the cabl...

Page 87: ...al pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Brake pedal Shift pedal EAU23144 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before...

Page 88: ...or repair it Otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator re sulting in a possible loss of control EAUM1653 Lubricating the swingarm piv ots The swingarm pivots must be l...

Page 89: ...times to check if the front fork compresses and re bounds smoothly NOTICE ECA10591 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU23285...

Page 90: ...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 FIRST AID EX...

Page 91: ...l be stored for more than two months check it at least once a month and fully char ge it if necessary 3 Fully charge the battery before installation NOTICE When in stalling the battery be sure to turn...

Page 92: ...njection system fuse 3 ABS ECU fuse 4 Terminal fuse 1 for optional equipment 5 Electronic throttle valve fuse 6 Backup fuse for clock and immobilizer sys tem 7 ABS solenoid fuse 8 Spare fuse 2 1 3 4 5...

Page 93: ...the fuel compression or ignition systems for example can cause poor starting and loss of power The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital system...

Page 94: ...dic maintenance and adjustment 8 38 8 heaters or furnaces Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex plode causing severe injury or prop erty damage UBN61CE0 book Page 38 Monday October 31 2022 11 5...

Page 95: ...a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug s Have a Yamaha dealer ch...

Page 96: ...pped press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap TIP If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recomm...

Page 97: ...fall areas may be sprayed with salt as a de icing method This salt can stay on the roads well into spring so be sure to wash the underside and chassis parts after riding in such areas Genuine Yamaha c...

Page 98: ...Use an old tooth brush or plastic bristle brush for hard to reach places NOTICE Use cold water if the vehicle has been exposed to salt Warm wa ter will increase salt s corrosive properties ECA26301 3...

Page 99: ...rasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint Apply sprays and wax sparingly Wipe off excess afterwards WARNING EWA20660 Contaminants left on the brakes or tires can cause loss of contro...

Page 100: ...he fuel cock lever to the off position 5 For vehicles with a carburetor To prevent fuel deposits from build ing up drain the fuel in the carbu retor float chamber into a clean container Retighten the...

Page 101: ...moisture from entering it 10 Remove the battery and fully char ge it or attach a maintenance charger to keep the battery opti mally charged NOTICE Confirm that the battery and its charger are compatib...

Page 102: ...il grade API service SG type or higher JASO standard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 2 40 L 2 54 US qt 2 11 Imp qt With oil filter removal 2 60 L 2 75 US qt 2 29 Imp qt Coolant quantity Coolant rese...

Page 103: ...4 Manufacturer model BRIDGESTONE BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S21R Loading Maximum load 190 kg 419 lb Total weight of rider cargo and accessories Front brake Type Hydraulic dual disc brake Rear brake Type Hydra...

Page 104: ...NUMBER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER EAU26401 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record thi...

Page 105: ...ts from a Yamaha dealer EAU26382 Key identification 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 n...

Page 106: ...are performed Vehicle data uploaded will be handled appropriately according to the follow ing Privacy Policy Privacy Policy Yamaha will not disclose this data to a third party except in the following...

Page 107: ...der 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 40...

Page 108: ...ation 11 5 11 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 UBN61CE0 book Page 5 Monday October 3...

Page 109: ...is sold AS IS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED REGARDLESS OF THE IN TENDED USE THE PURCHASER OF THIS MACHI NE which is intended for competition purposes IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL COSTS SERVIC...

Page 110: ...rk adjusting 5 21 Front fork checking 8 33 Fuel 5 18 Fuel level warning light 5 5 Fuel tank cap 5 18 Fuel tank overflow hose 5 20 Fuses replacing 8 35 H Handlebar switches 5 3 High beam indicator ligh...

Page 111: ...t 8 2 Traction control system 4 2 Traction control system indicator light 5 6 Traction control system switch 5 4 Troubleshooting 8 37 Troubleshooting chart 8 39 Turn signal indicator light 5 4 V Valve...

Page 112: ...UBN61CE0 book Page 3 Monday October 31 2022 11 50 AM...

Page 113: ...right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha enginee...

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