Yamaha FZ6RA Owner's Manual

DIC18336P-28199-12FZ6RA(C)OWNER’S MANUALRead this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.LIT-11626-24-54

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-317 California only8 California onlyU36P12E0.book Page 3 Monday, October 25, 2010 5:21 PM

SPECIFICATIONS9-292nd:1.947 (37/19)3rd:1.556 (28/18)4th:1.333 (32/24)5th:1.190 (25/21)6th:1.083 (26/24)Chassis:Frame type:DiamondCaster angle:26.00 °T

SPECIFICATIONS9-39Electrical system:Ignition system:TCICharging system:AC magnetoBattery:Model:GT12B-4Voltage, capacity:12 V, 10.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb ty

CONSUMER INFORMATION10-110EAU26353Identification 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 page4-14.) 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

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

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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, ch

INDEXTires... 7-21Tool kit... 7-2Troubleshooting..

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PRINTED IN JAPAN2010.11-0.6×1 CR(E)PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.DIC183

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-511 California onlyU36P12E0.book Page 5 Monday, October 25, 2010 5:21 PM

2-12SAFETY INFORMATIONEAU10287Be a Responsible OwnerAs the vehicle’s owner, you are respon-sible for the safe and proper operationof your motorcycle.M

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

SAFETY INFORMATION2-52● Check that the fuel cock (ifequipped) is in the “OFF” positionand that there are no fuel leaks.● Point the front wheel straigh

DESCRIPTION3-13EAU10410Left view1 2 3,4 567891. Air filter element (page 7-19)2. Passenger seat lock (page 4-14)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 7-27)4. Engine oil

EAU10042Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.U36P12E0.book Page 1 Monda

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.EAU49391Indicator lights an

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-34circuit, the following cycle will berepeated until the malfunction iscorrected: The oil level warninglight will fl

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-44Display Conditions What to doUnder 39 °C (Under 103 °F)Message “Lo” is displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding.40–116

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 toswi

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 FUNCTIONS4-94EAU12711Start switch “” Push this switch to crank the enginewith the starter. See page 6-1 for start-ing instructi

INTRODUCTIONEAU10083Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha FZ6RA(C). This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in theproduction of

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-104EAU26823Brake lever The brake lever is located at the righthandlebar grip. To apply the frontbrake, pull the leve

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-114TIPThe fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-less the key is in the lock. In addition,the key cannot be removed if th

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-124ately. If gasoline spills on your skin,wash with soap and water. If gaso-line spills on your clothing, changeyour

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-134● Make sure that the end of the fueltank breather/overflow hose is po-sitioned inside of the clamp.EAU13433Cataly

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-144EAU47361Seats Passenger seatTo remove the passenger seat1. Insert the key into the passengerseat lock, and then t

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-1542. Install the passenger seat.TIP● Make sure that the seats are prop-erly secured before riding.● The rider seat

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-1644. Insert the projection on the front ofthe rider seat into seat holder B asshown.5. Align the lower bolt holes i

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-1745. Align the upper bolt holes in therider seat with the bolt holes in theseat brackets, and then install thebolts

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-184EAU14463Storage compartment The storage compartment is locatedunder the passenger seat. (See page4-14.)When stori

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-194EAU47260Rear view mirrors The rear view mirrors of this vehicle canbe folded forward for parking in narrowspaces.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONEAU10132Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:This is the safety a

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-204● Do not tamper with or attempt toopen the cylinder assembly.● Do not subject the shock ab-sorber assembly to an

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-214EAU44892Ignition circuit cut-off system The ignition circuit cut-off system (com-prising the sidestand switch, cl

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-224With 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

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. The neutral indicatorlight should come on. If not, ask

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

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONEAU10193FZ6RA(C)OWNER’S MANUAL©2010 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.1st edition, October 2010All rights reserved.Any re

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-17EAU17243Periodic 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 4-14.)The service i

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-37EAU48490TIP● From 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8000 mi (130

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-477 *Evaporative emis-sion control system (for California only)• Check control system for dam-age.• Replace if ne

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-57EAU32186General maintenance and lubrication chart No. ITEM ROUTINEINITIAL ODOMETER READINGS600 mi (1000 km) or

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-679 *Swingarm pivot bearings• Check operation and for exces-sive play.√√√√√• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based gr

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-7717 Sidestand pivot• Check operation.• Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly.√√√√√18 * Sidestand switch• Check

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-87EAU17650TIP● Air filter• This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which

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

TABLE OF CONTENTSLOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS ...1-1SAFETY INFORMATION ...2-1DESCRIPTION ..

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 ADJUSTMENT7-1475. If the engine oil is at or below theminimum level mark, remove theoil filler cap, and then add sufficientoi

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 ADJUSTMENT7-16710. Start the engine, and then let it idlefor several minutes while checkingit for oil leakage. If oil is leak

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-1777. Add coolant to the maximum levelmark, and then install the coolantreservoir cap. WARNING! Re-move only the

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-1876. Remove the coolant reservoir cov-er and coolant reservoir by remov-ing the bolts.7. Drain the coolant from

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-197until it reaches the top of the radia-tor, and then install the radiatorcap.17. Check the coolant level in the

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-2076. Insert a new air filter element intothe air filter case. NOTICE: Makesure that the air filter element ispro

TABLE OF CONTENTSChecking the front fork ...7-33Checking the steering ...7-33Checking the wheel bearings ...7-34Ba

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-217EAU21384Checking the throttle grip free play The throttle grip free play should mea-sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-227WARNINGEWA10511Never overload your vehicle. Opera-tion of an overloaded vehicle couldcause an accident.Tire in

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-237Tire informationThis motorcycle is equipped with tube-less tires, tire air valves and castwheels.WARNINGEWA104

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-247EAU21962Cast wheels To maximize the performance, durabil-ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,note the foll

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-2575. Tighten the locknut.6. Install the cowlings.EAU37913Checking the brake lever free play There should be no f

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-267EAU22273Brake light switches The brake light, which is activated bythe brake pedal and brake lever, shouldcome

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-277EAU39371Checking the brake fluid level Front brakeRear brakeInsufficient brake fluid may allow air toenter the

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-287EAU22731Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change thebrake fluid at the intervals specified inthe T

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-297chain slack will overload the en-gine as well as other vital partsof the motorcycle and can leadto chain slipp

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-307may contain substances thatcould damage the O-rings.[ECA11111]EAU23095Checking and lubricating the cables The

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-11EAU10384Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-317EAU44272Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals Brake pedalShift pedalThe operation of the brake a

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-327EAU23202Checking and lubricating the sidestand The operation of the sidestand shouldbe checked before each rid

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-337EAU23272Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the frontfork must be checked as follows at the

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-347EAU23291Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings mustbe checked at the intervals specifie

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-357battery tends to discharge more quicklyif the vehicle is equipped with optionalelectrical accessories.NOTICEEC

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-367If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn offthe electrical circuit in quest

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-3771. Remove cowlings A and C. (Seepage 7-9.)2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,and then remove the headlightbul

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-3875. Insert a new bulb into the socket.6. Install the socket (together with thebulb) by turning it clockwise.7.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-397EAU24313Replacing the license plate light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unitby removing the screws.2.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-407a jack either under each side of theframe in front of the rear wheel or undereach side of the swingarm.EAU2436

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-21456123Cleaning with alkaline oracid cleaner, gasoline orsolvent will damagewindshield.Use neutral detergent.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-417EAU43101To install the front wheel1. Lift the wheel up between the forklegs.2. Insert the wheel axle.3. Instal

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-4273. Lift the rear wheel off the groundaccording to the procedure onpage 7-39.4. Remove the axle nut.5. Push the

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-4374. Lower the rear wheel so that it ison the ground, and then put thesidestand down.5. Adjust the drive chain s

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-447EAU42502Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performanceCheck the fuel level inthe fuel tan

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-457Engine overheatingWARNINGEWAT1040● Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scaldi

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 STORAGE8-482. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuelstabilizer (if available) to preventthe fuel tank from rusting and thefuel from de

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