tire type YAMAHA YZF600 2001 Owners Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-18
6 7. Apply oil of the recommended type
to the entire surface of the sponge
material, and then squeeze the ex-
cess oil out.
NOTE:_ The air filter element should be wet but
not dripping. _8. Insert the air filter element into the
air filter case.
EC000082
CAUTION:_ l
Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.
l
The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may
become excessively worn.
_9. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
10. Place the fuel tank in the original
position, and then install 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 seat.
EAU00626
Checking the air vent hose Periodically check the air vent hose for
dust or water that may be deposited in
the hose. If dust or water is found, re-
move the air vent hose, thoroughly
clean it, and then install it.
EC000093
CAUTION:_ Do not operate the motorcycle with
the air vent hose removed. _
Recommended oil:
Engine oil
1. Air vent hose
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)
1.95 L
Air filterWet type element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 19 L
Reserve amount 3.1 L
Carburetor
Manufacturer KEIHIN
Model ´ quantity CVKD36 ´ 4
Spark plug
Manufacturer/model NGK / CR9E or
DENSO / U27ESR-N
Gap 0.7–0.8 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.708
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 3.133
Number of drive chain
sprocket teeth (front/rear) 15/47
Transmission type Constant-mesh 6-speed
Operation Left footGear ratio
1st 2.846
2nd 1.947
3rd 1.545
4th 1.333
5th 1.190
6th 1.074
Chassis
Frame type Diamond
Caster angle 25°
Trail 97 mm
Tires
Front
Type Tubeless tire
Size 120/60 ZR17 (55W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT57F
Dunlop / D204F
Metzeler / MEZ1
Michelin / MACADAM 90X
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Rear
Type Tubeless tire
Size 160/60 ZR17 (69W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT57
Dunlop / D204
Metzeler / MEZ1
Michelin / MACADAM 90X
Maximum load* 180 kg (except for A, CH, S)
178 kg (for A, CH, S)
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Up to 90 kg*
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm
2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
90 kg–maximum*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
High-speed riding
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessoriesWheels
Fr o n t
Type Cast wheel
Size 17 ´ MT 3.50
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 17 ´ MT 5.00
Brakes
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 suspention)
Spring/shock absorber
Front Coil spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / gas-oil damper
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