Yamaha FZ6-NAHG, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...5S5 28199 E1 FZ6 NHG FZ6 NAHG OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...d integrate type designation 9 Jun 2005 Date of issue 1 Aug 2002 Place of issue Shizuoka Japan R TTE Directive 1999 5 EC EN300 330 2 v1 1 1 2001 6 EN60950 1 2001 Two or Three Wheel Motor Vehicles Directive 97 24 EC Chapter 8 EMC is in compliance with following norm s or documents Kind of equipment IMMOBILIZER Type designation 5SL 00 Hereby declare that the product Company YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS ...

Page 3: ...s to enjoy all advantages of your FZ6 NHG FZ6 NAHG The owner s manual does not only instruct you in how to operate inspect and maintain your motorcycle but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury In addition the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition If you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact your ...

Page 4: ...l If you have any questions concerning this manual please consult your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10030 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE Product and specifications are subject to change without notice The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or dea...

Page 5: ...ER S MANUAL 2007 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition June 2007 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan U5S5E1E0 book Page 2 Friday June 22 2007 1 03 PM ...

Page 6: ...c maintenance and lubrication chart 6 2 Removing and installing the panel 6 6 Checking the spark plugs 6 6 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 6 7 Coolant 6 10 Replacing the air filter element 6 13 Adjusting the engine idling speed 6 15 Checking the throttle cable free play 6 16 Valve clearance 6 16 Tires 6 16 Cast wheels 6 19 Adjusting the clutch lever free play 6 19 Rear brake light switch 6 20 ...

Page 7: ...ulb 6 35 Supporting the motorcycle 6 35 Front wheel FZ6 NHG 6 36 Rear wheel FZ6 NHG 6 37 Troubleshooting 6 39 Troubleshooting charts 6 40 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Matte color caution 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 3 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 U5S5E1E0 book Page 2 Friday June 22 2007 1 03 PM ...

Page 8: ...ents 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 brightly colored jacket Use extra caution when you are approaching and passing through intersections since in tersections are the most likely places for motorcycle accidents to occur Ride where other m...

Page 9: ...hield 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 or reducing abrasions or lacerations Never wear loose fitting clothes otherwise they could catch on the control levers footrests or wheels and cause injury or an accident Never touch the engine or ...

Page 10: ...ution 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 that would impair the perfor mance of your motorcycle Care fully inspect the accessory before using it to make sure that it does not in any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearance limit susp...

Page 11: ...d equate 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 system may be hot therefore park the motorcycle in a place where pe destrians or children are not like ly to touch these hot areas Do not park the motorcycle on a slope or soft ground otherwise it may...

Page 12: ... 6 13 5 Idle adjusting screw page 6 15 6 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 20 7 Owner s tool kit page 6 1 8 Storage compartment page 3 19 9 Helmet holder page 3 19 10 Shift pedal page 3 14 11 Engine oil drain bolt page 6 7 12 Engine oil filter cartridge page 6 7 U5S5E1E0 book Page 1 Friday June 22 2007 1 03 PM ...

Page 13: ...luid reservoir page 6 21 3 Engine oil filler cap page 6 7 4 Front brake fluid reservoir page 6 21 5 Radiator cap page 6 10 6 Coolant reservoir page 6 10 7 Coolant drain bolt page 6 11 8 Dipstick page 6 7 9 Brake pedal page 3 15 U5S5E1E0 book Page 2 Friday June 22 2007 1 03 PM ...

Page 14: ... lever page 3 14 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 13 3 Main switch steering lock page 3 2 4 Multi function meter unit page 3 8 5 Right handlebar switches page 3 13 6 Throttle grip page 6 16 7 Brake lever page 3 15 U5S5E1E0 book Page 3 Friday June 22 2007 1 03 PM ...

Page 15: ...OUR DEALER IMMEDIATELY IF IT IS LOST If the code re reg istering key is lost registering new codes in the standard keys is impossible The standard keys can still be used to start the vehicle however if code re registering is required i e if a new standard key is made or all keys are lost the entire immobi lizer system must be replaced Therefore it is highly recom mended to use either standard key ...

Page 16: ... red bow keep it in a safe place and only use it for code re registering EAU38530 ON All electrical circuits are supplied with power the meter lighting taillight li cense plate light and auxiliary light come on and the engine can be start ed The key cannot be removed NOTE The headlight comes on automatically when the engine is started and stays on until the key is turned to OFF even if the engine ...

Page 17: ...witched off which may result in loss of control or an accident Make sure that the vehicle is stopped be fore turning the key to OFF or LOCK EAU34341 Parking The steering is locked and the taillight license plate light and auxiliary light are on The hazard lights and turn signal lights can be turned on but all other electrical systems are off The key can be removed The steering must be locked befor...

Page 18: ...t a malfunction 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 malfunction is corrected The oil level warning light will flash ten times then go off for 2 5 seconds If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU11423 Coolant temperature warning l...

Page 19: ...INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 3 5 3 CAUTION ECA10020 Do not operate the engine if it is overheated U5S5E1E0 book Page 5 Friday June 22 2007 1 03 PM ...

Page 20: ... OK Go ahead with riding 117 139 C 243 283 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 engine See page 6 40 Above 140 C Above 284 F Message HI flashes Warning light comes on Stop the engine and allow it to cool See page 6 40 U5S5E1E0 book Page 6 Friday June 22 2007 1 ...

Page 21: ...not to cause the wheels to lock during emergen cy braking If the warning light comes on or flashes while riding have a Yamaha dealer check the brake system as soon as possible The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON If the warning light does not come on or remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit EAU38620 Immobilizer system indicator ...

Page 22: ... bright ness control mode NOTE Be sure to turn the key to ON be fore using the SELECT and RE SET buttons For the U K only To switch the speedometer and odometer trip meter displays between kilometers and miles press the SELECT button for at least one second Tachometer The electric tachometer allows the rider to monitor the engine speed and keep it within the ideal power range When the key is turne...

Page 23: ...TRIP A and TRIP B in the following order TRIP A TRIP B ODO TRIP A When the fuel amount in the fuel tank decreases to 3 6 L 0 95 US gal 0 79 Imp gal the left segment of the fuel meter will start flashing and the odom eter display will automatically change to the fuel reserve tripmeter mode F TRIP and start counting the distance traveled from that point In that case push the SELECT button to switch ...

Page 24: ...mperature display indi cates the temperature of the coolant Push the RESET button to switch the coolant temperature display to the air intake temperature display NOTE When the coolant temperature display is selected C is displayed for one second and then the coolant tempera ture is displayed CAUTION ECA10020 Do not operate the engine if it is overheated Air intake temperature mode The air intake t...

Page 25: ...e NOTE If the display indicates error code 52 this could be caused by transponder in terference If this error code appears try the following 1 Use the code re registering key to start the engine NOTE Make sure there are no other immobi lizer keys close to the main switch and do not keep more than one immobilizer key on the same key ring Immobilizer system keys may cause signal interfer ence which ...

Page 26: ...ON and then re lease the SELECT button after five seconds 4 Push the RESET button to select the desired brightness level 5 Push the SELECT button to con firm the selected brightness level The display will return to the odom eter or tripmeter mode EAU12331 Anti theft alarm optional This model can be equipped with an optional anti theft alarm by a Yamaha dealer Contact a Yamaha dealer for more infor...

Page 27: ...switch in after it has re turned to the center position EAU12500 Horn switch Press this switch to 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 throttle cable is stuck EAU12710 Start switch Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter CAU...

Page 28: ...an extended length of time with the en gine not running otherwise the bat tery may discharge EAU12820 Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left handlebar grip To disengage the clutch pull the lever toward the handle bar grip To engage the clutch release the lever The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth clutch operation The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch...

Page 29: ...s The Yamaha ABS Anti lock Brake System features a dual electronic con trol system which acts on the front and rear brakes independently The ABS is monitored by an ECU Electronic Con trol Unit which will have recourse to manual braking if a malfunction occurs WARNING EWA10090 The ABS performs best on long braking distances On certain rough or gravel roads the braking distance may be longer with th...

Page 30: ...it 1 4 turn clockwise The lock will be re leased and the fuel tank cap can be opened To close the fuel tank cap 1 Push the fuel tank cap into position with the key inserted in the lock 2 Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position remove it and then close the lock cover NOTE The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un less the key is in the lock In addition the key cannot be removed if the ca...

Page 31: ...ic parts EAU13320 CAUTION ECA11400 Use only unleaded gasoline The use of leaded gasoline will cause severe damage to internal engine parts such as the valves and piston rings as well as to the exhaust system Your Yamaha engine has been de signed to use regular unleaded gaso line with a research octane number of 91 or higher If knocking or pinging oc curs use a gasoline of a different brand or prem...

Page 32: ...CA10700 The following precautions must be observed to prevent a fire hazard or other damages Use only unleaded gasoline The use of leaded gasoline will cause unrepairable damage to the catalytic converter Never park the vehicle near pos sible fire hazards such as grass or other materials that easily burn Do not allow the engine to idle too long EAU32980 Seat To remove the seat 1 Insert the key int...

Page 33: ...ince the helmet may hit objects causing loss of con trol and possibly an accident EAU42910 Storage compartment This storage compartment is designed to hold a genuine Yamaha CYCLELOK Other locks may not fit When placing a CYCLELOK in the stor age compartment securely fasten it with the strap When the CYCLELOK is not in the storage compartment be sure to secure the strap to prevent los ing it WARNIN...

Page 34: ...y harden the suspension turn the adjusting ring in direction a To decrease the spring pre load and thereby soften the sus pension turn the adjusting ring in direction b NOTE Align the appropriate notch in the adjusting ring with the position in dicator on the shock absorber Use the special wrench included in the owner s tool kit to make the ad justment 3 Install the seat WARNING EWA10220 This shoc...

Page 35: ...nd or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright NOTE The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situations See further down for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut off system WARNING EWA10240 The vehicle must not be ridden with the sidestand down or if the side stand cannot be properly moved up or does not ...

Page 36: ...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 running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sid estand is moved down Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut off system according to the following procedure WARNING EWA10250 If a malfunction is noted have ...

Page 37: ...ter 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 be ridden This check is most reliable if performed with a warmed up engine The neutral switch may be defective The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The sidestand switch may be defective The motorcycle ...

Page 38: ...equences 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 Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very short time and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved WARNING EWA11150 If any item in the Pre operation check list is not ...

Page 39: ...soft 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 hydraulic system for leakage 6 20 6 21 Rear brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid level in reser...

Page 40: ...cessary 6 16 6 19 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 6 25 Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 6 26 Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivot if necessary 6 26 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened Tigh...

Page 41: ...d the sid estand up WARNING EWA10290 Before starting the engine check the function of the igni tion circuit cut off system ac cording to the procedure described on page 3 22 Never ride with the sidestand down 1 Turn the key to ON and make sure that the engine stop switch is set to CAUTION ECA16050 The following warning lights and in dicator light should come on for a few seconds then go off Oil le...

Page 42: ...t flashes or remains on after starting the ABS may be defective and the brake system reverts to conven tional braking If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the system as soon as possible The immobilizer system indica tor light should come on when the key is turned to ON and then go off after a few seconds If the indicator light does not come on or does not go off or if it flashes and the displ...

Page 43: ...rev the engine while shifting down and avoid high engine speeds with no load on the engine Turn the engine off instead of let ting it idle for an extended length of time e g in traffic jams at traffic lights or at railroad crossings EAU16841 Engine break in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period between 0 and 1600 km 1000 mi For this reason you should rea...

Page 44: ...ng the engine break in period immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi cle EAU17212 Parking When parking stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10310 Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn CA...

Page 45: ...liar with mainte nance work have a Yamaha dealer do it for you EAU17520 Owner s tool kit The owner s tool kit is located inside the storage compartment under the seat See page 3 18 The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs How ever additional tools such as ...

Page 46: ...ls NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING ANNUAL CHECK 1000 km 600 mi 10000 km 6000 mi 20000 km 12000 mi 30000 km 18000 mi 40000 km 24000 mi 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage 2 Spark plugs Check condition Clean and regap Replace 3 Valves Check valve clearance Adjust Every 40000 km 24000 mi 4 Air filter element Replace 5 Clutch Check operation Adjust 6 Front brake Check o...

Page 47: ...ack alignment and condition Adjust and lubricate chain with a special O ring chain lubricant thoroughly Every 800 km 500 mi and after washing the motorcycle or riding in the rain 14 Steering bearings Check bearing play and steering for roughness Lubricate with lithium soap based grease Every 20000 km 12000 mi 15 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened 16 B...

Page 48: ...ock absorber as sembly Check operation and shock ab sorber for oil leakage 24 Fuel injection Adjust engine idling speed and synchronization 25 Engine oil Change Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage 26 Engine oil filter car tridge Replace 27 Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage Change Every 3 years 28 Front and rear brake switches Check operation NO ITEM CHECK O...

Page 49: ...lace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged 29 Moving parts and cables Lubricate 30 Throttle grip hous ing and cable Check operation and free play Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable 31 Air induction sys tem Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Replace the entire air induction system if necessary 3...

Page 50: ...its will cause any spark plug to slowly erode they should be removed and checked in accordance with the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart In addition the condition of the spark plugs can re veal the condition of the engine The porcelain insulator around the cen ter electrode of each spark plug should be a medium to light tan the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally and all spa...

Page 51: ... oil filter car tridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter car tridge replaced at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To 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...

Page 52: ...l dipstick and then install and tight en the oil filler cap To change the engine oil with or without oil filter cartridge replace ment 1 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 2 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 3 Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase NOTE Skip steps 4 6 if the oil filter cartridge ...

Page 53: ... off spilled oil on any parts after the engine and exhaust sys tem have cooled down CAUTION ECA11620 In order to prevent clutch slip page since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch do not mix any chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel speci fication of CD or oils of a high er quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no ...

Page 54: ... ride In addition the cool ant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU20091 To check the coolant level 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion NOTE The coolant level must be checked on a cold engine since the level varies with engine temperature Make sure that the vehicle is posi tioned straight up when ch...

Page 55: ...the engine is hot NOTE The radiator fan is automatically switched on or off according to the coolant temperature in the radia tor If the engine overheats see page 6 40 for further instructions EAU42610 To change the coolant 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and let the engine cool if nec essary 2 Place a container under the engine to collect the used coolant 3 Remove the radiator cap retaini...

Page 56: ...ailable use distilled water or soft tap water instead Do not use hard water or salt water since it is harmful to the engine If water has been used instead of coolant replace it with cool ant as soon 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 1 Coolant reservo...

Page 57: ...oir If necessary remove the coolant reservoir cap add coolant to the maximum level mark and then install the cap 17 Start the engine and then check the vehicle for coolant leakage If coolant is leaking have a Yamaha dealer check the cooling system EAU34424 Replacing the air filter element The air filter element should be re placed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubricat...

Page 58: ...s and or cylinder s may become excessively worn 6 Install the air filter case cover by in stalling the screws 7 Place the fuel tank in the original position and install the bolts WARNING EWA12462 Before placing the fuel tank in the original position make sure that all hoses i e fuel hose fuel tank breather hose fuel tank overflow hose are not damaged that they are properly connected and routed and...

Page 59: ...ngine should be warm before making this adjustment Check the engine idling speed and if necessary adjust it to specification by turning the idle adjusting screw To in crease the engine idling speed turn the screw in direction a To decrease the engine idling speed turn the screw in direction b NOTE If the specified idling speed cannot be obtained as described above have a Yamaha dealer make the adj...

Page 60: ...specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU21771 Tires To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motor cycle note the following points regarding the specified tires Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be checked and if necessary adjusted before each ride WARNING EWA10500 The tire air pressure must be checked and adjusted on cold tires i e whe...

Page 61: ...ition and air pressure before each ride Tire inspection The tires must be checked before each ride If the center tread depth reaches the specified limit if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it or if the sidewall is cracked have a Yamaha dealer re place the tire immediately NOTE The tire tread depth limits may differ from country to country Always comply with the local regulations Tire air ...

Page 62: ...r this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd Always 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 EWA10600 This motorcycle is fitted with super high speed tires Note the following points in order to make the most ef ficient use of these tires Use only the spe...

Page 63: ...eel A deformed or cracked wheel must be replaced The wheel should be balanced whenever either the tire or wheel has been changed or replaced An unbalanced wheel can result in poor performance adverse han 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 EAU220...

Page 64: ...ecessary have a Yamaha dealer ad just the brake light switch EAU22390 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 EAU36890 Front brake pads Each front brake pad is provided with wear indicators which allows you to check the brake pad wear without hav ing to disassemble th...

Page 65: ...ry 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 check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage Observe these precautions When checking the fluid level make sure that the top of the brake fluid reservoir is level Use only the recommended quality brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causi...

Page 66: ...l 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 seals Replace every two years Brake hoses Replace every four years EAU22760 Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be checked before each ride and adjusted if necessary EAU22773 To check the drive chain slack 1 Place the motorcycle on t...

Page 67: ...t marks on each side of the swingarm make sure that both chain pullers are in the same posi tion for proper wheel alignment CAUTION ECA10570 Improper drive chain slack will over load the engine as well as other vital parts of the motorcycle and can lead to chain slippage or breakage To prevent this from occurring keep the drive chain slack within the specified limits 3 Tighten the locknuts then th...

Page 68: ...olvents 2 Wipe the drive chain dry 3 Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O ring chain lubricant CAUTION ECA11110 Do not use engine oil or any other lu bricants for the drive chain as they may contain substances that could damage the O rings EAU23100 Checking and lubricating the cables The operation of all control cables and the condition of the cables should be checked before each ...

Page 69: ...le should be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart EAU44270 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift pedals should be checked before each ride and the pedal pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all pur pose grease U5S5E1E0 book Page 25 Friday June 22 2007 1 03 PM ...

Page 70: ... sidestand The operation of the sidestand should be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10730 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it Recommended lubricants Brake lever Silicone grease Clutch lever Lithium soap based grease all purpose grease Recommended...

Page 71: ...ING EWA10750 Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion 2 While applying the front brake push down hard on the handlebars several times to check if the front fork compresses and rebounds smoothly CAUT...

Page 72: ...ly support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for ward and backward If any free play can be felt have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the steering EAU23290 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart...

Page 73: ...ntact administer the fol lowing FIRST AID EXTERNAL Flush with plenty of water INTERNAL Drink large quan tities of water or milk and im mediately call a physician EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and seek prompt medical attention Batteries produce explosive hy drogen gas Therefore keep sparks flames cigarettes etc away from the battery and pro vide sufficient ventilation when charging it in an ...

Page 74: ...red Using a conventional battery charger will damage the battery If you do not have access to a sealed type MF battery charg er have a Yamaha dealer charge your battery EAU44700 Replacing the fuses The main fuse and fuse box 2 ABS model only are located under the fuel tank See page 6 13 FZ6 NHG FZ6 NAHG Fuse box 1 is located behind panel A See page 6 6 1 Main fuse 2 Spare fuse 1 Fuse box 2 2 ABS c...

Page 75: ...t in question to check if the device operates 4 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system 1 Headlight fuse 2 Signaling system fuse 3 Ignition fuse 4 Radiator fan fuse 5 Backup fuse for odometer clock and immo bilizer system 6 Fuel injection system fuse 7 Spare fuse 8 Taillight fuse Specified fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Taillight fuse 10 0...

Page 76: ...p flammable products away from a lit headlight bulb and do not touch the bulb until it has cooled down 4 Place a new headlight bulb into po sition and then secure it with the bulb holder CAUTION ECA10660 Do not touch the glass part of the headlight bulb to keep it free from oil otherwise the transparency of the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely af fected Thorough...

Page 77: ...ith the bulb by turning it counter clockwise WARNING EWA12301 Do not touch the muffler bracket un til the exhaust system has cooled 3 Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and then turn it clock wise until it stops 5 Install the socket together with the bulb by turning it clockwise 6 Install the seat 1 Do not touc...

Page 78: ...the screw other wise the lens may break EAU24310 Replacing the license plate light bulb 1 Remove the license plate light unit by removing the screws 2 Remove the socket together with the bulb by pulling it out 3 Remove the defective bulb by pull ing it out 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket 5 Install the socket together with the bulb by pushing it in 6 Install the license plate light unit by inst...

Page 79: ...aintenance 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 under the engine for added stability To service the front wheel 1 Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle by using a motorcycle stand or if an additional motorcycle stand is not available by placing a jack un der the frame ...

Page 80: ...ing the bolts CAUTION ECA11050 Do not apply the brake after the brake calipers have been removed otherwise the brake pads will be forced shut 4 Pull the wheel axle out and then remove the wheel EAU43370 To install the front wheel 1 Lift the wheel up between the fork legs 2 Insert the wheel axle 3 Install the brake calipers by install ing the bolts NOTE Make sure that there is enough space between ...

Page 81: ...there is no danger of it falling over 1 Loosen the axle nut 2 Lift the rear wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 6 35 3 Remove the axle nut 4 Loosen the locknut and drive chain adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm 5 While supporting the brake caliper and slightly lifting the wheel pull the wheel axle out Tightening torques Wheel axle 72 Nm 7 2 m kgf 52 ft lbf Front wheel ...

Page 82: ...1 Install the wheel and the brake cal iper bracket by inserting the wheel axle from the right hand side NOTE Make sure that the slot in the brake caliper bracket is fit over the retain er on the swingarm Make sure that there is enough space between the brake pads be fore installing the wheel 2 Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket and then adjust the drive chain slack See page 6 22 3 Inst...

Page 83: ...resent quick and 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 and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment parts Imitation parts may look like Yamaha parts but they are often inferi or have a shorter service...

Page 84: ...n There 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 replace the spark plugs Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric sta...

Page 85: ...e hissing sound has stopped 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 recommended coolant as soon as possible Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the reservoir and radiator The coolant level is OK The coolant level is low Check ...

Page 86: ...muffler outlets with plas tic bags 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 caps are tightly in stalled 3 Remove extremely stubborn dirt like oil burnt onto the crankcase with a degreasing agent and a brush but never apply such prod ucts onto seals gaskets sprock ets the drive chain and wheel ax...

Page 87: ...or hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects will come off more easily if the area is covered with a wet cloth for a few minutes before cleaning After riding in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads during winter are extremely corrosive in combination with water carry out the following steps after each ride in the rain near the sea or on salt sp...

Page 88: ... any excess Never apply oil or wax to any rubber and plastic parts but treat them with a suitable care product Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint NOTE Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use EAU26201 Storage Short term Always store your motorcycle in a cool dry place and if necessary protect it against dust with a porous cover CAUTION ECA10...

Page 89: ...o ground the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over 4 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the side stand centerstand 5 Check and if necessary correct the tire air pressure and then lift the motorcycle so that both of its wheels are off the ground Alterna tively turn the wheels a little every month in order to prevent the tires fr...

Page 90: ...t With oil filter cartridge replacement 2 80 L 2 96 US qt 2 46 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 00 L 2 11 US qt 1 76 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Oil coated paper element Fuel Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 19 4 L 5 13 US gal 4 27 Imp gal F...

Page 91: ...nt 225 kPa 33 psi 2 25 kgf cm Rear 250 kPa 36 psi 2 50 kgf cm Loading condition FZ6 NAHG 90 191 kg 198 421 lb FZ6 NHG 90 196 kg 198 432 lb Front 250 kPa 36 psi 2 50 kgf cm Rear 290 kPa 42 psi 2 90 kgf cm High speed riding Front 225 kPa 33 psi 2 25 kgf cm Rear 250 kPa 36 psi 2 50 kgf cm Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 17M C x MT3 50 Rear wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 17M C x MT5 5...

Page 92: ...0 W 1 License plate light 12 V 5 0 W 1 Meter lighting LED Neutral indicator light LED High beam indicator light LED Oil level warning light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED ABS warning light FZ6 NAHG LED Immobilizer system indicator light LED Fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Taillight fuse 10 0 A Signaling system...

Page 93: ...entification 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 number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record this number in the space pro vided NOTE The vehicle identification number is used to identify your motorcycle and may be used to register your ...

Page 94: ...label is affixed to the frame under the seat See page 3 18 Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer 1 Model label U5S5E1E0 book Page 2 Friday June 22 2007 1 03 PM ...

Page 95: ...replacing 6 32 Helmet holder 3 19 High beam indicator light 3 4 Horn switch 3 13 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 3 22 Immobilizer system 3 1 Immobilizer system indicator light 3 7 Indicator and warning lights 3 4 K Key identification number 9 1 L License plate light bulb replacing 6 34 M Main switch steering lock 3 2 Matte color caution 7 1 Model label 9 2 Multi functi...

Page 96: ...tor lights 3 4 Turn signal light bulb replacing 6 34 Turn signal switch 3 13 V Valve clearance 6 16 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Wheel bearings checking 6 28 Wheel front FZ6 NHG 6 36 Wheel rear FZ6 NHG 6 37 Wheels 6 19 U5S5E1E0 book Page 2 Friday June 22 2007 1 03 PM ...

Page 97: ...U5S5E1E0 book Page 3 Friday June 22 2007 1 03 PM ...

Page 98: ...PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD PRINTED IN JAPAN 2007 07 0 3 1 CR E ...