specifications YAMAHA YZF-R6 2003 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
1
2 DESCRIPTION
2
3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4
5 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5
6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6
7 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7
8 SPECIFICATIONS
8
9 CONSUMER INFORMATION
9
INDEX
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-24
3
Rebound damping force
To increase the rebound damping
force and thereby harden the rebound
damping, turn the adjusting screw on
each fork leg in direction
a. To de-
crease the rebound damping force and
thereby soften the rebound damping,
turn the adjusting screw on each fork
leg in direction
b.
CI-02E
Compression damping force
To increase the compression damping
force and thereby harden the compres-
sion damping, turn the adjusting screw
on each fork leg in direction
a. To de-
crease the compression damping force
and thereby soften the compression
damping, turn the adjusting screw on
each fork leg in direction
b.CI-02EEC000015
CAUTION:_ Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum
or minimum settings. _NOTE:_ Although the total number of clicks of a
damping force adjusting mechanism
may not exactly match the above spec-
ifications due to small differences in
production, the actual number of clicks
always represents the entire adjusting
range. To obtain a precise adjustment,
it would be advisable to check the num-
ber of clicks of each damping force ad-
justing mechanism and to modify the
specifications as necessary. _
1. Rebound damping force adjusting screwMinimum (soft) 10 clicks in direction
b*
Standard 9 clicks in direction
b*
Maximum (hard) 1 click in direction
b*
* With the adjusting screw fully turned in direction
a
1. Compression damping force adjusting screwMinimum (soft) 9 clicks in direction
b*
Standard 7 clicks in direction
b*
Maximum (hard) 1 click in direction
b*
* With the adjusting screw fully turned in direction
a
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-26
3
Rebound damping force
To increase the rebound damping
force and thereby harden the rebound
damping, turn the adjusting screw in di-
rection
a. To decrease the rebound
damping force and thereby soften the
rebound damping, turn the adjusting
screw in direction
b.
CI-14E
Compression damping force
To increase the compression damping
force and thereby harden the compres-
sion damping, turn the adjusting screw
in direction
a. To decrease the com-
pression damping force and thereby
soften the compression damping, turn
the adjusting screw in direction
b.CI-14E
NOTE:_ Although the total number of clicks of a
damping force adjusting mechanism
may not exactly match the above spec-
ifications due to small differences in
production, the actual number of clicks
always represents the entire adjusting
range. To obtain a precise adjustment,
it would be advisable to check the num-
ber of clicks of each damping force ad-
justing mechanism and to modify the
specifications as necessary. _
1. Rebound damping force adjusting screwMinimum (soft) 20 clicks in direction
b*
Standard 10 clicks in direction
b*
Maximum (hard) 5 clicks in direction
b*
* With the adjusting screw fully turned in direction
a
1. Compression damping force adjusting screwMinimum (soft) 20 clicks in direction
b*
Standard 10 clicks in direction
b*
Maximum (hard) 1 click in direction
b*
* With the adjusting screw fully turned in direction
a
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SPECIFICATIONS
8
Specifications .................................................................................... 8-1
Conversion table ............................................................................... 8-5
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8-1
8
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8-SPECIFICATIONSSpecifications CS-01E
Model YZF-R6
Dimensions
Overall length 2,025 mm
Overall width 690 mm
Overall height 1,090 mm
Seat height 820 mm
Wheelbase 1,380 mm
Ground clearance 135 mm
Minimum turning radius 3,400 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)
182 kg
Engine
Engine type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined parallel
4-cylinder
Displacement 600 cm
3
Bore × stroke 65.5 × 44.5 mm
Compression ratio 12.4:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Wet sumpEngine oil
Ty p e
Recommended engine oil
classification API Service SE, SF, SG or
higher
Quantity
Without oil filter cartridge
replacement 2.4 L
With oil filter car tridge
replacement 2.6 L
Total amount (dry engine) 3.4 L
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40
CAUTION:In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel specification of “CD” or oils of a
higher quality than specified. In addition, do not use oils la-
beled “ENERGY CONSERVING II” or higher.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)
2.15 L
Air filterWet element
Fuel
Type PREMIUM UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity 17 L
Amount remaining when the
fuel level warning light comes
on 3.5 L
Electric fuel injection
ModelINP-250/4
Manufacturer NIPPON INJECTOR
Spark plug
Manufacturer/type NGK / CR9EK, 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 86 mm
Tires
Front
Type Tubeless tire
Size 120/60 ZR17 M/C (55 W)
Manufacturer/model Michelin / Pilot SPORT N
Dunlop / D208F L
Rear
Type Tubeless tire
Size 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73 W)
Manufacturer/model Michelin / Pilot SPORT B
Dunlop / D208 L
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Maximum load* 193 kg
Tire air pressure (measured on
cold tires)
Up to 90 kg*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 2.50 bar)
90 kg–maximum*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 2.90 bar)
High-speed riding*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 2.50 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Front
Type Cast wheel
Size 17 M/C × MT 3.50
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 17 M/C × MT 5.50Brakes
Fr o n t
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Front Telescopic fork
Rear Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber
Front Coil spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 120 mm
Rear 120 mm
Electrical system
Ignition system DC-C.D.I.
Charging system
Model A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 300 W@ 5,000 r/min
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Battery
Model GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 8 Ah
Headlight typeHalogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity
Headlight 12 V, 55 W × 2
Tail/brake light LED
Turn signal light 12 V, 10 W × 4
Auxiliary light 12 V, 5 W × 2
License plate light 12 V, 5 W × 1
Meter lighting LED
Neutral indicator light LED
High beam indicator light LED
Turn signal indicator light LED
Fuel level warning light LED
Oil level warning light LED
Coolant temperature warning
light LED
Engine trouble warning light LED
Shift timing indicator light LED
Immobilizer system
indicator light LEDFuses
Main fuse 40 A
Headlight fuse 20 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Radiator fan fuse 15 A
Ignition fuse 15 A
Electronic fuel injection fuse 15 A
Turn signal light, taillight,
license plate light, auxiliary
light and hazard fuse 10 A
Odometer, clock and
immobilizer system fuse
(backup fuse) 10 A
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-5
8
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Conversion table CS-04EAll specification data in this manual are listed in SI and
METRIC UNITS.
Use this table to convert METRIC unit values to IMPERIAL
unit values.
Example:METRIC VALUE CONVERSION
FACTORIMPERIAL VALUE
2 mm× 0.03937 = 0.08 in
Conversion table
METRIC SYSTEM TO IMPERIAL SYSTEM
Metric unit Conversion factor Imperial unit
Torquem·kgf
m·kgf
cm·kgf
cm·kgf
× 7.233× 86.794× 0.0723× 0.8679ft·lbf
in·lbf
ft·lbf
in·lbf
Weightkg
g× 2.205× 0.03527lb
oz
Speed km/h× 0.6214 mi/h
Distancekm
m
m
cm
mm× 0.6214× 3.281× 1.094× 0.3937× 0.03937mi
ft
yd
in
in
Volume,
Capacitycc (cm
3)
cc (cm3)
L (liter)
L (liter)
× 0.03527× 0.06102× 0.8799× 0.2199oz (IMP liq.)
cu·in
qt (IMP liq.)
gal (IMP liq.)
Miscellaneouskg/mm
kgf/cm
2
°
C
× 55.997× 14.2234× 1.8 + 32 lb/in
psi (lbf/in
2)
°
F
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INDEX
SSafety information.................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-19
Passenger seat ................................ 3-20
Rider seat ........................................ 3-19
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-15
Shift points (for Switzerland only)............. 5-3
Shift timing indicator light ......................... 3-6
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ..... 3-25
Sidestand .............................................. 3-27
Sidestand, checking and lubricating....... 6-36
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................ 3-15
Steering, checking ................................. 6-37
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-21
Supporting the motorcycle ..................... 6-45TTachometer ........................................... 3-13
Tail/brake light ....................................... 6-44
Throttle cable free play, adjusting .......... 6-23
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating............................................ 6-34
Tires ...................................................... 6-24
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting..................................... 6-51
Troubleshooting charts .......................... 6-52
Turn signal indicator lights ....................... 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............. 6-44
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-14VValve clearance, adjusting .................... 6-24
Vehicle identification number................... 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-38
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-46
Installing .......................................... 6-47
Removing ........................................ 6-46
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-49
Installing .......................................... 6-50
Removing ........................................ 6-49
Wheels .................................................. 6-27
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