Yamaha YZFR6Z(C), Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...DIC183 13S 28199 12 YZFR6Z C OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle LIT 11626 23 68...

Page 2: ...EAU10042 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U13S12E0 book Page 1 Tuesday September 15 2009 1 52 PM...

Page 3: ...in these high standards it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual Yamaha cont...

Page 4: ...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 serious injury A NOTICE indicates...

Page 5: ...Corporation U S A 1st edition September 2009 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in...

Page 6: ...maintenance chart for the emission control system 7 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 7 5 Removing and installing cowlings and panels 7 9 Checking the spark plugs 7 13 Canister for Californ...

Page 7: ...Rear wheel 7 42 Troubleshooting 7 44 Troubleshooting charts 7 45 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 4 SPECIFICATIONS 9 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 10 1 Identificati...

Page 8: ...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 ava...

Page 9: ...tectibe clothing PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY 91 Min Pump Octane R M 2 TIRE INFORMATION Cold tire normal pressure should be set as follows Up to 90 kg 198 lbs load FRONT REAR 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36...

Page 10: ...LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 3 1 1 2 3 U13S12E0 book Page 3 Tuesday September 15 2009 1 52 PM...

Page 11: ...1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 2 1 3 1 4 1 1 1 FUEL DELIVERY FUEL PUMP FUEL FILTER PRESS REGULATOR 13S 2178A 10 FUEL TANK 13S 21684 10 13S 21686 10 CHARCOAL CANISTER 2 California only 1 California only 3 California...

Page 12: ...enger The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traf fic is the predominating cause of automobile motorcycle accidents Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver who...

Page 13: ...ontribute 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 loo...

Page 14: ...the motorcycle to minimize imbalance or instabili ty Shifting weights can create a sud den imbalance Make sure that ac cessories and cargo are securely attached to the motorcycle before riding Check...

Page 15: ...t distribution or aerody namic changes If accessories are added to the handlebar or front fork area they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories m...

Page 16: ...hock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt for slow compression damping page 4 21 7 Owner s tool kit page 7 2 8 Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw page...

Page 17: ...jection system fuse page 7 36 6 Battery page 7 34 7 Air filter element page 7 20 8 Coolant reservoir page 7 17 9 Radiator cap page 7 17 10 Engine oil filler cap page 7 14 11 Coolant drain bolt page 7...

Page 18: ...2 Left handlebar switches page 4 11 3 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 4 Multi function meter unit page 4 5 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 27 6 Right handlebar switches page 4 11 7 Brake leve...

Page 19: ...ine is started and stays on until the key is turned to OFF even if the engine stalls EAU10661 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10061 Never turn the key to OFF or LO...

Page 20: ...circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON The warning light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the warning light does not come on initially when the key is...

Page 21: ...is device for the fuel level de tection circuit If a problem is detected in the fuel level detection circuit the fol lowing cycle will be repeated until the malfunction is corrected The fuel level war...

Page 22: ...ding 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 e...

Page 23: ...to the next higher gear The electrical circuit of the indicator light can be checked by turning the key to ON The indicator light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the indicator lig...

Page 24: ...edometer 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 the engine speed a...

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: ...arning light comes on if the engine overheats When the key is turned to ON the coolant temperature is auto matically displayed even if the air intake temperature was displayed prior to turning the key...

Page 27: ...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 preferenc...

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 functi...

Page 29: ...itch 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 wh...

Page 30: ...on 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 To a...

Page 31: ...pen 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 fu...

Page 32: ...on such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dryers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank When refueling be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler hole Stop filling when the fu...

Page 33: ...anol and that contain ing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if the ethanol con tent does not exceed 10 E10 Gas ohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it can cause...

Page 34: ...t sys tem has cooled down before do ing any maintenance work Do not allow the engine to idle more than a few minutes Long idling can cause a build up of heat NOTICE ECA10701 Use only unleaded gasoline...

Page 35: ...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 36: ...nd then clip the snap hook onto the cable holder as shown 4 Install the passenger seat WARNING Never ride with a helmet attached to a helmet holding cable since the helmet may hit objects causing loss...

Page 37: ...sting screws compres sion damping force adjusting bolts for fast compression damping and com pression damping force adjusting bolts for slow compression damping NOTICE ECA10101 To avoid damaging the m...

Page 38: ...ompres sion damping turn the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in direction a To de crease the compression damping force and thereby soften the compression damping turn the adjusting bolt on each fork l...

Page 39: ...ry EAU42944 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust ing ring a rebound damping force ad justing screw a compression damping force ad...

Page 40: ...force and thereby soften the rebound damping turn the adjusting screw in di rection b Compression damping force Compression damping force for fast compression damping To increase the compression damp...

Page 41: ...e shock absorber assembly Do not tamper with or attempt to open the cylinder assembly Do not subject the shock ab sorber assembly to an open flame or other high heat source This may cause the unit to...

Page 42: ...el is equipped with Yamaha s EXUP EXhaust Ultimate Power valve system This system boosts engine power by means of a valve that regu lates the inner diameter of the exhaust pipe The EXUP system valve i...

Page 43: ...esigned to assist the operator in fulfilling the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be fore starting off Therefore check this system regularly as described below and have a Yamaha dealer re pair...

Page 44: ...ve 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 The neutral switch may not be working correctly The mot...

Page 45: ...ts ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage Check the fuel tank breather overflow hose for obstructions cracks or damage and check the hose c...

Page 46: ...free play and lubricate cable and grip housing 7 21 7 31 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 7 30 Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Check chain con...

Page 47: ...htened 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 co...

Page 48: ...t idling for 20 minutes In this case the multi function display indicates error code 70 but this is not a mal function Push the start switch to clear the error code and to restart the engine EAU16256...

Page 49: ...c The gear positions are shown in the il lustration TIP To shift the transmission into the neu tral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then sligh...

Page 50: ...ommended shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below EAU16841 Engine break in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period betwe...

Page 51: ...may cause discoloration of the exhaust pipe but this is normal EAU17213 Parking When parking stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10311 Since the engine and exhaust...

Page 52: ...ing 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 ser vicing can lead to eye injury burns fire or carbon...

Page 53: ...he owner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs How ever additional tools such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform certain main...

Page 54: ...000 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 necessary 2 Spark plugs Ch...

Page 55: ...n sys tem 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 1...

Page 56: ...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 Replac...

Page 57: ...ack with 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 1...

Page 58: ...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 ethylene glycol anti freeze coolant ever...

Page 59: ...uired 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 27 Thrott...

Page 60: ...n 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 quic...

Page 61: ...e 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 2 Quick fastener screw 1 Cowling B...

Page 62: ...own 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 7 9 2 Unfasten the wire harness by pressing on the pro...

Page 63: ...orig inal position and then close the plastic fastener 4 Install the cowling and the panel EAU39061 Panels A and B To remove one of the panels Remove the bolts and then pull the panel off as shown To...

Page 64: ...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 65: ...nance 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 A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading 2 Start th...

Page 66: ...e 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 the shift arm by...

Page 67: ...shift arm with the match mark on the shift shaft and installing the bolt then tighten ing it to the specified torque NOTICE Be sure to align the match marks to ensure proper shifting If the match mar...

Page 68: ...lickers or remains on even if the oil level is correct immediately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 16 Turn the engine off and then check the oil level and correct it if...

Page 69: ...ainst frost and corrosion If water has been added to the coolant have a Yamaha dealer check the anti freeze content of the coolant as soon as possible otherwise the effectiveness of the coolant will b...

Page 70: ...l the coolant reservoir cap 14 Pour the recommended coolant into the radiator until it is full 15 Install the radiator cap start the engine let it idle for several min utes and then turn it off 16 Rem...

Page 71: ...64 Air filter element The air filter element must be replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air filter element EAU44734...

Page 72: ...EAU21752 Tires To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motorcy cle note the following points regarding the specified tires Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be...

Page 73: ...cement of all wheel and brake related parts includ ing the tires should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary professional knowl edge and experience Tire information Tire air pressure measu...

Page 74: ...super high speed tires Note the following points in order to make the most ef ficient use of these tires Use only the specified replace ment tires Other tires may run the danger of bursting at super...

Page 75: ...justing the clutch lever free play The clutch lever free play should mea sure 10 0 15 0 mm 0 39 0 59 in as shown Periodically check the clutch le ver free play and if necessary adjust it as follows To...

Page 76: ...ARNING EWA14211 A soft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system If there is air in the hydraulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system be fo...

Page 77: ...36890 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 the brake To check the brake pad wear check the...

Page 78: ...ecommended quality brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage and poor braking perfor mance Refill with the same type of brake fluid Mixing fluids may result in a harmful c...

Page 79: ...checked before each ride and adjusted if necessary EAU22773 To check the drive chain slack 1 Place the motorcycle on the side stand TIP When checking and adjusting the drive chain slack there should b...

Page 80: ...TIP Using the alignment marks on each drive chain puller make sure that both chain pullers are in the same position for proper wheel alignment Use the end of the swingarm as the reference point for th...

Page 81: ...the drive chain dry 3 Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O ring chain lubricant NOTICE Do not use engine oil or any other lubri cants for the drive chain as they may contain substanc...

Page 82: ...icated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance chart EAU44272 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals Brake pedal Shift pedal The operation of the brake...

Page 83: ...hould be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10731 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly hav...

Page 84: ...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 WARNING To avoid injury securely supp...

Page 85: ...ing EAU23291 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 If there is play in the wheel h...

Page 86: ...harge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery a special con stant voltage battery charger is re quired Using a conventional battery charger will damage the battery If you do not have access to a con...

Page 87: ...EWA15131 3 Turn the key to ON and turn on the electrical circuit in question to check if the device operates 4 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system 1 M...

Page 88: ...n gerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner Headlight lens Do not affix any type of tinted film or stickers to the headlight lens Do not use a headlight bulb of...

Page 89: ...ke 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 EAU24204 Replacing a turn signal light bulb 1 Remove the turn s...

Page 90: ...1 Remove the license plate light unit by removing the screws 2 Remove the license plate light bulb socket together with the bulb by pulling it out 3 Remove the burnt out bulb by pull ing it out 4 Ins...

Page 91: ...acing a jack un der the frame in front of the rear wheel 2 Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand To service the rear wheel Raise the rear wheel off the ground by using a mot...

Page 92: ...own 4 Install the brake calipers by install ing the bolts and then tightening them to the specified torque TIP Make sure that there is enough space between the brake pads before install ing the brake...

Page 93: ...44951 To remove the rear wheel WARNING EWA10821 To avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over 1 Loosen the axle nut 2 Lift the rear wheel off the ground accordi...

Page 94: ...ke after the wheel has been re moved together with the brake disc otherwise the brake pads will be forced shut ECA11071 EAU39172 To install the rear wheel 1 Install the wheel and the brake cal iper br...

Page 95: ...y 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 p...

Page 96: ...aha 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...

Page 97: ...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 recommende...

Page 98: ...let 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 caps are tightly in stalled 3 Re...

Page 99: ...ld 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 will come off more easily if the area...

Page 100: ...remaining dirt 6 Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones etc 7 Wax all painted surfaces 8 Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it WARNING EWA11131 Contaminants on the bra...

Page 101: ...e 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 WARNING To prevent dam age or...

Page 102: ...ridge 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...

Page 103: ...kg 198 410 lb Front 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Rear 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm 42 psi High speed riding Front 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Rear 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm 42 psi Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim...

Page 104: ...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 Engine trouble...

Page 105: ...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 106: ...ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer EAU48270 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label is affixed at the location in the illustration This label...

Page 107: ...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 108: ...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 109: ...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 110: ...TION 10 6 10 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 U13S12E0 book Page 6 Tuesday September...

Page 111: ...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 112: ...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 113: ...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 114: ...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 115: ...4 11 Headlight bulb replacing 7 37 Helmet holding cable 4 18 High beam indicator light 4 2 Horn switch 4 11 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 25 Indicator and warning lig...

Page 116: ...t bulb replacing 7 38 Turn signal switch 4 11 V Valve clearance 7 21 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 10 2 Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Warranty extended 10 9 Warranty limited 10 7 W...

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