Psi YAMAHA YZF-R6 2014 Owners Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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6. Move the hose clamp in the direc-
tion shown, and then disconnect
the radiator hose to drain the radi-
ator.
7. Remove the coolant reservoir by removing the bolts.
8. Remove the coolant reservoir cap, and then turn the coolant reservoir
upside down to empty it. 9. After the coolant is completely
drained, thoroughly flush the cool-
ing system with clean tap water.
10. Install the coolant reservoir by in- stalling the bolts.
11. Connect the radiator hose, and then move the hose clamp back to
its original position.
12. Install the coolant drain bolt and its new gasket, and then tighten
the bolt to the specified torque. 13. Pour the recommended coolant
into the reservoir to the maximum
level mark, and then install 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. Remove the radiator cap to check the coolant level in the radiator. If
necessary, add sufficient coolant
until it reaches the top of the radi-
ator, and then install the radiator
cap.
1. Coolant drain bolt
2. Gasket
3. Radiator hose
4. Hose clamp
1
2
4
3
1. Coolant reservoir cap
2. Coolant reservoir
3. Bolt
Tightenin g torque:
Coolant drain bolt:
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
2
1
3
Antifreeze/water mixture ratio: 1:1
Recommen ded antifreeze:
High-quality ethylene glycol anti-
freeze containing corrosion inhibi-
tors for aluminum engines
Coolant quantity:
Radiator capacity (including all
routes): 2.30 L (2.43 US qt, 2.02 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to
the maximum level mark): 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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ght of ri der, passen ger, car-
g o, an d accessories approve d
for this mo del.
WARNING
EWA10512
Never overloa d your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloa ded vehicle coul d
cause an acci dent.
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 side-
wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the tire immediately.TIPThe tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always com-
ply with the local regulations.
WARNING
EWA10472
 Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besi des
b ein g ille gal, operatin g the vehi-
cle with excessively worn tires
d ecreases rid ing sta bility an d
can lead to loss of control.
 The replacement of all wheel
and b rake-relate d parts, inclu d-
in g the tires, shoul d b e left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
e dge an d experience to do so.
 Ride at mo derate speed s after
chan gin g a tire since the tire
surface must first be “ broken
in” for it to develop its optimal
characteristics.
Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires): Up to 90 k g (198 l b) loa d:
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
90 k g (198 l b) to maximum load :
Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Hi gh-spee d ri din g:
Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Maximum loa d*:
186 kg (410 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car- go and accessories
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire tread depthMinimum tire trea d d epth (front an d
rear): 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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2nd:2.000 (32/16)
3rd: 1.667 (30/18)
4th:
1.444 (26/18)
5th: 1.286 (27/21)
6th: 1.150 (23/20)
Chassis:Frame type:Diamond
Caster angle: 24.00 °
Trail:
97 mm (3.8 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BT016F F
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/Qualifier PT MRear tire:Type: Tubeless
Size: 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BT016R F Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/Qualifier PT M
Loa din g:Maximum load:
186 kg (410 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Loading condition: 90–186 kg (198–410 lb)
Front:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
High-speed riding: Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel Rim size:
17M/C x MT5.50
Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 115.0 mm (4.53 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 120.0 mm (4.72 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
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