octane YAMAHA YZF-R6 2001 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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CAUTION:@ Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
es or plastic parts. @
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NOTE:@ If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use
gasoline of a different brand or with a
higher octane grade. @
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Fuel tank breather hose Before operating the motorcycle:l
Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.
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Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if damaged.
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Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather hose is not blocked,
and clean it if necessary. Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
17 L
Reserve amount:
3.5 L
1. Fuel tank breather hoseLeft side
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