DIC18336P-28199-10FZ6RY(C)OWNER’S MANUALRead this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.LIT-11626-22-77
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-31California only8California only 9 California only7U36P10E0.book Page 3 Thursday, November 13, 2008 4:45 PM
CONSUMER INFORMATION10-410EAU26560Motorcycle noise regulation TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED:Federal law prohibits the following acts
CONSUMER INFORMATION10-510EAU26632Maintenance record Copies of work orders and/or receipts for parts purchased and installed on your vehicle will be r
CONSUMER INFORMATION10-61036000 mi(55000 km) or54 months40000 mi(61000 km) or60 monthsMaintenanceintervalDate ofserviceMileageServicing dealername and
CONSUMER INFORMATION10-710EAU26663YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. STREET AND ENDURO MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY a)b)c)d)e)f)1.2.Yamaha Motor Corporat
CONSUMER INFORMATION10-810WARRANTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERSWhat costs are my responsibility during the warranty period?The customer’s responsibility incl
CONSUMER INFORMATION10-910EAU26750YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) Keep your Yamaha protected even after your warranty expires with genuine Yamaha Ext
CONSUMER INFORMATION10-1010We urge you to act now. You’ll get the excellent benefits of TRIP coverage right away, and you’ll rest easy knowing you’ll
INDEXAAir filter element, replacing ... 7-19BBattery ... 7-34Brake and clutch levers, c
INDEXTroubleshooting ...7-42Troubleshooting charts ... 7-43Turn signal indicator light ...
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2-12SAFETY INFORMATIONEAU10283Be a Responsible OwnerAs the vehicle’s owner, you are respon-sible for the safe and proper operationof your motorcycle.M
PRINTED IN JAPAN2008.11-4.2×1 CR(E)PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.DIC183
SAFETY INFORMATION2-22due to excessive speed or under-cornering (insufficient lean anglefor the speed).• Always obey the speed limit andnever travel f
SAFETY INFORMATION2-32● Do not run engine in poorly venti-lated or partially enclosed areassuch as barns, garages, or car-ports.● Do not run engine ou
SAFETY INFORMATION2-42modifications not specifically recom-mended by Yamaha, even if sold andinstalled by a Yamaha dealer.Aftermarket Parts, Accessori
DESCRIPTION3-13EAU10410Left view1 2 3,4 567891. Air filter element (page 7-19)2. Passenger seat lock (page 4-13)3. Main fuse (page 7-35)4. Fuse box (p
DESCRIPTION3-23EAU10420Right view6789105123 41. Helmet holder (page 4-17)2. Battery (page 7-34)3. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 7-26)4. Engine oil
DESCRIPTION3-33EAU10430Controls and instruments12 3 567841. Clutch lever (page 4-9)2. Left handlebar switches (page 4-8)3. Main switch/steering lock (
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-14EAU10460Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controlsthe ignition and lighting systems, and isu
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-24To unlock the steeringPush the key in, and then turn it to“OFF” while still pushing it.EAU11004Indicator and warni
EAU10042Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.U36P10E0.book Page 1 Thurs
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-34circuit, the following cycle will berepeated until the malfunction iscorrected: The oil level warninglight will fl
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-44Coolant temperatureDisplay Conditions What to doUnder 39 °C (Under 103 °F)Message “Lo” is displayed. OK. Go ahead
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-54EAU11534Engine trouble warning light “” This warning light comes on or flashesif a problem is detected in the elec
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-64TachometerThe electric tachometer allows the riderto monitor the engine speed and keep itwithin the ideal power ra
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-74mode “F-TRIP” and start counting thedistance traveled from that point. In thatcase, push the “SELECT” button tosw
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-84Self-diagnosis deviceThis model is equipped with a self-diag-nosis device for various electrical cir-cuits.If a pr
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-94EAU12400Dimmer switch “ / ” Set this switch to “” for the highbeam and to “” for the low beam.EAU12460Turn signal
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-104EAU12870Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the leftside of the engine and is used in com-bination with the
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-114EAU13074Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank capOpen the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-sert the key into the lock,
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-1243. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-ately. NOTICE: Immediately wipeoff spilled fuel with a clean, dry,soft cloth,
INTRODUCTIONEAU10083Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha FZ6RY(C). This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in theproduction of
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-134EAU13433Catalytic converter This model is equipped with a catalyticconverter in the exhaust system.WARNINGEWA1086
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-144To install the passenger seat1. Insert the projection on the rear ofthe passenger seat into the seatholder as sho
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-154EAU47450Adjusting the rider seat height The rider seat height can be adjusted toone of two positions to suit the
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-1646. Install the passenger seat.To change the rider seat height tothe low position1. Remove the passenger and rider
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-174EAU47350Helmet holder The helmet holder is located under thepassenger seat. A helmet holding cableis provided in
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-184When washing the vehicle, be carefulnot to let any water enter the storagecompartment.EAU46830Handlebar position
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-194EAU47000Adjusting the shock absorber assembly This shock absorber assembly isequipped with a spring preload adjus
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-204EAU15301Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left sideof the frame. Raise the sidestand orlower it with your
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-214With the engine turned off:1. Move the sidestand down.2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “3. Turn
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS5-15EAU15596Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. A
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONEAU10132Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:This is the safety a
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS5-25Rear brake• Check operation.• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.• Check brake pad
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS5-35Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.• Tighten if necessary.—
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS6-16EAU15951Read the Owner’s Manual carefully tobecome familiar with all controls. Ifthere is a control or functi
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS6-262. Shift the transmission into the neu-tral position. (See page 6-2.) Theneutral indicator light should comeo
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS6-364. At the recommended shift pointsshown in the following table, closethe throttle, and at the same time,quick
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS6-461600 km (1000 mi) and beyondThe vehicle can now be operated nor-mally.NOTICEECA10310● Keep the engine speed o
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-17EAU17232Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lu-brication will keep your vehicle in thesafest and most efficien
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-27EAU17542Owner’s tool kit The owner’s tool kit is located under thepassenger seat. (See page 4-13.)The service i
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-37EAU17600Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system * Since these items require special tools, d
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-47EAU32185General maintenance and lubrication chart No. ITEM ROUTINEINITIAL ODOMETER READINGS600 mi (1000 km) or
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONEAU10193FZ6RY(C)OWNER’S MANUAL©2008 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.1st edition, October 2008All rights reserved.Any re
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-579 *Swingarm pivot bearings• Check operation and for exces-sive play.√√√√√• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based gr
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-6717 Sidestand pivot• Check operation.• Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly.√√√√√18 * Sidestand switch• Check
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-77* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-87• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.U36P10E0.book Page 8 Thursday, November
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-97EAU18712Removing and installing cowl-ings and panels The cowlings and panels shown needto be removed to perform
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-1072. Remove the quick fastener andthe bolts, and then take the cowl-ing off.3. Remove the turn signal light lead
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-117To install the panelPlace the panel in the original position,and then install the bolt and the quickfastener.E
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-1272. Install the bolt and the quick fas-tener.EAU19642Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important eng
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-137TIPIf a torque wrench is not available wheninstalling a spark plug, a good estimateof the correct torque is 1/
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-147TIPThe engine oil should be between theminimum and maximum level marks.5. If the engine oil is at or below the
TABLE OF CONTENTSLOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS ...1-1SAFETY INFORMATION ...2-1DESCRIPTION ..
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-157TIPAn oil filter wrench is available at aYamaha dealer.6. Apply a thin coat of clean engineoil to the O-ring o
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-167addition, do not use oils labeled“ENERGY CONSERVING II” orhigher.● Make sure that no foreign mate-rial enters
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-177TIPThe coolant should be between theminimum and maximum level marks.4. If the coolant is at or below theminimu
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-187EAU47320To change the coolant1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-face and let the engine cool if nec-essary.2.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-19711. Install the coolant reservoir and itsreservoir cover by placing them inthe original position, and then in-
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-207case cover, be careful not to al-low foreign objects to drop intothe air intake manifold. [ECA12881]5. Pull th
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-217EAU44734Checking the engine idling speed Check the engine idling speed and, ifnecessary, have it corrected by
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-227EAU21752Tires To maximize the performance, durabil-ity, and safe operation of your motor-cycle, note the follo
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-237WARNINGEWA10580● It is dangerous to ride with aworn-out tire. When a tire treadbegins to show crosswise lines,
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-247“broken in”. Therefore, it is ad-visable before doing any high-speed riding to ride conserva-tively for approx
TABLE OF CONTENTSReplacing the headlight bulb ...7-36Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ...7-37Replacin
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-257TIPIf the specified clutch lever free playcannot be obtained as describedabove, proceed as follows.1. Fully tu
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-267EAU22390Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must bechecked for wear at the in
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-277Before riding, check that the brake fluidis above the minimum level mark andreplenish if necessary. A low brak
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-287EAU22760Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should bechecked before each ride and adjustedif necessary.EAU
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-2973. Tighten the axle nut, and thentighten the locknuts to the speci-fied torque.EAU23023Cleaning and lubricatin
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-307EAU23093Checking and lubricating the cables The operation of all control cables andthe condition of the cables
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-317EAU23142Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers Brake leverClutch leverThe operation of the brake
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-327EAU23202Checking and lubricating the sidestand The operation of the sidestand shouldbe checked before each rid
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-337NOTICEECA10590If any damage is found or the frontfork does not operate smoothly,have a Yamaha dealer check or
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-347EAU33654Battery This model is equipped with a VRLA(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.There is no need to chec
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-11EAU10383Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-3572. If the battery will be stored for morethan two months, check it at leastonce a month and fully charge it if
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-3673. Turn the key to “ON” and turn onthe electrical circuit in question tocheck if the device operates.4. If the
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-3773. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,and then remove the burnt-outbulb.4. Place a new headlight bulb into po-si
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-387EAU24204Replacing a turn signal light bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lensby removing the screw.2. Remove
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-397EAU24350Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with acenterstand, follow these precautions
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-4073. Remove the brake caliper (togeth-er with the reflector) on each sideby removing the bolts. NOTICE:Do not ap
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-4173. Lift the rear wheel off the groundaccording to the procedure onpage 7-39.4. Remove the axle nut.5. Push the
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-4274. Lower the rear wheel so that it ison the ground, and then put thesidestand down.5. Adjust the drive chain s
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-437EAU42501Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performanceCheck the fuel level inthe fuel tan
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-447Engine overheatingWARNINGEWAT1040● Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scaldi
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-21456123Cleaning with alkaline oracid cleaner, gasoline orsolvent will damagewindshield.Use neutral detergent.
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE8-18EAU37833Matte color caution NOTICEECA15192Some models are equipped withmatte colored finished parts. Besure to consult
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE8-28off any detergent residue usingplenty of water, as it is harmfulto plastic parts.● Do not use any harsh chemicalproduct
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE8-384. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-mended to apply a corrosion pro-tection spray on all metal,including chrome- and n
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE8-483. Perform the following steps to pro-tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug cap
SPECIFICATIONS9-19Dimensions:Overall length:2120 mm (83.5 in)Overall width:770 mm (30.3 in)Overall height:1185 mm (46.7 in)Seat height:785 mm (30.9 in
SPECIFICATIONS9-29Gear ratio:1st:37/13 (2.846)2nd:37/19 (1.947)3rd:28/18 (1.556)4th:32/24 (1.333)5th:25/21 (1.190)6th:26/24 (1.083)Chassis:Frame type:
SPECIFICATIONS9-39Wheel travel:130.0 mm (5.12 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI (digital)Charging system:AC magnetoBattery:Model:GT12B-4Voltage
CONSUMER INFORMATION10-110EAU26351Identification numbers Record the key identification number,vehicle identification number and mod-el label informati
CONSUMER INFORMATION10-210EAU26520Model label The model label is affixed to the frameunder the passenger seat. (See page4-13.) Record the information
CONSUMER INFORMATION10-310EAU26551Reporting safety defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause inju
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