transmission oil YAMAHA YZF-R6 2017 Owners Manual

Instrument and control functions
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4
EAU66010Hazar d switch “ ”
With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of an
emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.
NOTICE
ECA10062
Do not use the hazar d lig hts for an
exten ded len gth of time with the en-
g ine not runnin g, otherwise the bat-
tery may dischar ge.
EAU73931Drive mo de switch “MODE”
See page 3-1 for an explanation of the
drive mode.
EAU4939C
In dicator li ghts an d warnin g
lig hts
EAU11022Turn si gnal in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light flashes when a turn
signal light is flashing.
EAU11061Neutral in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11081Hi gh beam in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU11257Oil level warnin g lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil level is low.
1. Shift light
2. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
3. Oil level warning light “ ”
4. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
5. Traction control system indicator light “ ”
6. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
7. High beam indicator light “ ”
8. Neutral indicator light “ ”
9. Fuel level warning light “ ”
10.ABS warning light “ ”
11.Immobilizer system indicator light
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ABS
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Operation and important rid ing points
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6
EAU80211
Startin g the en gine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system (page 4-31) to enable starting,
one of the following conditions must be
met:
 The transmission is in the neutral
position.
 The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
To start the engine
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “ ”.
2. Confirm that the following lights perform a circuit check (come on
for a few seconds and then go off). Engine trouble warning light
 ABS warning light*
 Oil level warning light
 Fuel level warning light*
 Coolant temperature warning
light
 Traction control system indi-
cator light
 Shift timing indicator light
 Immobilizer system indicator
light
TIP
 The ABS warning light should
come on and stay on until the ve-
hicle reaches a traveling speed of
10 km/h (6 mi/h).
 The fuel level warning light will
stay on if you are low on fuel.
NOTICE
ECA24110
If a warnin g or in dicator li ght does
not work as descri bed a bove, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
3. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position (or hold the clutch
lever pulled with the sidestand up).
4. Push the start switch “ ” to crank the engine with the starter.
Release the start switch when the
engine starts, or after 5 seconds.
Wait 10 seconds before pressing
the switch again to allow battery
voltage to restore.
NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum eng ine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!
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Specifications
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Dimensions:
Overall length:2040 mm (80.3 in)
Overall width:
695 mm (27.4 in)
Overall height: 1150 mm (45.3 in)
Seat height: 850 mm (33.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1375 mm (54.1 in)
Ground clearance: 130 mm (5.12 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3.6 m (11.81 ft)
Wei ght:
Curb weight:
190 kg (419 lb)
Engine:
Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system:
Liquid cooled
Valve train: DOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Inline
Number of cylinders:
4-cylinder
Displacement: 599 cm³
Bore × stroke:
67.0 × 42.5 mm (2.64 × 1.67 in)
Compression ratio:
13.1 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Engine oil:
Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades: 10W-40, 20W-40
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Oil change: 2.40 L (2.54 US qt, 2.11 Imp.qt) With oil filter removal:
2.60 L (2.75 US qt, 2.29 Imp.qt)
Coolant quantity:
Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark): 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes):
2.30 L (2.43 US qt, 2.02 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity:
17 L (4.5 US gal, 3.7 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 3.4 L (0.90 US gal, 0.75 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:
Throttle body:
ID mark:BN64 20
Spark plu g(s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR10EK
Spark plug gap: 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:Wet, multiple-disc
Drivetrain:
Primary reduction ratio:
2.073 (85/41)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: 2.813 (45/16)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Gear ratio: 1st:
2.583 (31/12)
2nd: 2.000 (32/16)
3rd: 1.667 (30/18)
4th:
1.444 (26/18)
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