air filter YAMAHA YZF-R6 2002 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-18
6 4. Tilt the front of the fuel tank back to
position the tank away from the air
filter case, and then support the
tank as shown.5. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.6. Pull the air filter element out.
7. Check the condition of the air filter
element and replace it if it is dam-
aged or excessively dusty.
1. Screw (× 6)
2. Air filter case cover
1. Air filter element
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-19
68. Insert the element into the air filter
case.
EC000082*
CAUTION:_

Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.


The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
pistons and/or cylinders may
become excessively worn.
_9. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
10. Connect the fuel sender coupler
and the hoses, turn the fuel cock
lever to “ON”, place the fuel tank in
the original position, and then in-
stall the bolts.
EW000131
WARNING
_ Make sure that the fuel hoses and
vacuum hose are properly connect-
ed and routed, and not pinched. Re-
place any damaged hoses. _11. Install the rider seat.
EAU01335
Air intake duct Check that the screen of the intake
duct is not blocked. Clean the screen if
necessary.1. Air intake duct
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)
2.15 L
Air filterWet element
Fuel
Type REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity 17 L
Fuel reserve amount 3.5 L
Carburetor
Manufacturer KEIHIN
Model × quantity CVRD37 × 4
Spark plug
Manufacturer/type NGK / CR10EK
Gap 0.6–0.7 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.955
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 3.000
Number of drive chain
sprocket teeth (front/rear) 16/48
Transmission type Constant-mesh 6-speed
Operation Left footGear ratio
1st 2.846
2nd 1.947
3rd 1.556
4th 1.333
5th 1.190
6th 1.083
Chassis
Frame type Diamond
Caster angle 24°
Trail 81 mm
Tires
Front
Type Tubeless tire
Size 120/60 ZR17 (55 W)
120/60 ZR17 M/C (55 W)
Manufacturer/model Michelin / Pilot SPORT B
Dunlop / D207FJ
Rear
Type Tubeless tire
Size 180/55 ZR17 (73 W)
180/55 ZR17 M/C (73 W)
Manufacturer/model Michelin / Pilot SPORT B
Dunlop / D207N
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10-INDEXAAir filter element, checking ..................... 6-17
Air intake duct ........................................ 6-19
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-7BBattery ................................................... 6-35
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-32
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-29
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-28
Brake lever............................................. 3-10
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-26
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-27
Brake pedal............................................ 3-10
Brake pedal, lubricating.......................... 6-32
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-26CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-31
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-20
Care.........................................................7-1
Clutch lever ..............................................3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-25
Conversion table ......................................8-5
Coolant .................................................. 6-13
Changing .......................................... 6-14
Checking .......................................... 6-13
Cowlings and panel, removing and
installing ................................................6-6DDimmer switch .........................................3-8
Drive chain, lubricating ........................... 6-31
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-29
Adjusting .......................................... 6-30
Checking .......................................... 6-29EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............... 6-9
Engine stop switch................................... 3-8FFront and rear suspension settings ........ 3-22
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 3-17
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-33
Fuel ....................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-2
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-12
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-37HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-38
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-15
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-8IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Idling speed, adjusting ........................... 6-20
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................. 3-24
Indicator and warning lights ..................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1
LLight switch ..............................................3-8
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-23MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level/coolant temperature warning
light ........................................................3-3PParking.....................................................5-5
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-8
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seats ....................................................... 3-13
Passenger seat .................................. 3-14
Rider seat........................................... 3-13
Self-diagnosis device ...............................3-7
Shifting .....................................................5-3
Shift pedal ................................................3-9
Shift points (for Switzerland only) .............5-3
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ......3-19
Sidestand ...............................................3-23
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .......6-33
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