2017

SERVICE MANUAL

YZF-R6

YZFR6H

YZFR6HC

LIT-11616-30-60

BN6-28197-10

EAS20003

IMPORTANT

This manual was produced by the Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. primarily for use by Yamaha dealers

and their qualified mechanics. It is not possible to include all the knowledge of a mechanic in one man-

ual. Therefore, anyone who uses this book to perform maintenance and repairs on Yamaha vehicles

should have a basic understanding of mechanics and the techniques to repair these types of vehicles.

Please refer to “BASIC INFORMATION” (separate volume, Y0A-28197-10*) for basic instructions that

must be observed during servicing. Repair and maintenance work attempted by anyone without this

knowledge is likely to render the vehicle unsafe and unfit for use.

This model has been designed and manufactured to perform within certain specifications in regard to

performance and emissions. Proper service with the correct tools is necessary to ensure that the vehi-

cle will operate as designed. If there is any question about a service procedure, it is imperative that you

contact a Yamaha dealer for any service information changes that apply to this model. This policy is

intended to provide the customer with the most satisfaction from his vehicle and to conform to federal

environmental quality objectives.

Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. is continually striving to improve all of its models. Modifications and sig-

nificant changes in specifications or procedures will be forwarded to all authorized Yamaha dealers and

will appear in future editions of this manual where applicable.

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• * If the contents of the manual are revised, the last digit of the manual number will be increased by

one.

• This Service Manual contains information regarding periodic maintenance to the emission control sys-

tem. Please read this material carefully.

• Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal inju-

ry hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible

injury or death.

A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result

in death or serious injury.

A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to

the vehicle or other property.

A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

WARNING

NOTICE

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YZFR6H/YZFR6HC

SERVICE MANUAL

©2017 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

First edition, March 2017

All rights reserved.

Any reproduction or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in U.S.A.

P/N LIT-11616-30-60

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

This manual is intended as a handy, easy-to-read reference book for the mechanic. Comprehensive

explanations of all installation, removal, disassembly, assembly, repair and check procedures are laid

out with the individual steps in sequential order.

• The manual is divided into chapters and each chapter is divided into sections. The current section title

“1” is shown at the top of each page.

• Sub-section titles “2” appear in smaller print than the section title.

• To help identify parts and clarify procedure steps, there are exploded diagrams “3” at the start of each

removal and disassembly section.

• Numbers “4” are given in the order of the jobs in the exploded diagram. A number indicates a disas-

sembly step.

• Symbols “5” indicate parts to be lubricated or replaced.

Refer to “SYMBOLS”.

• A job instruction chart “6” accompanies the exploded diagram, providing the order of jobs, names of

parts, notes in jobs, etc.

• Jobs “7” requiring more information (such as special tools and technical data) are described sequen-

tially.

1

7

3

5

4

6

2

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SYMBOLS

The following symbols are used in this manual for easier understanding.

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The following symbols are not relevant to every vehicle.

SYMBOL

DEFINITION

SYMBOL

DEFINITION

Serviceable with engine mounted

Gear oil

Filling fluid

Molybdenum disulfide oil

Lubricant

Brake fluid

Special tool

Wheel bearing grease

Tightening torque

Lithium-soap-based grease

Wear limit, clearance

Molybdenum disulfide grease

Engine speed

Silicone grease

Electrical data

Apply locking agent (LOCTITE®).

Engine oil

Replace the part with a new one.

Silicone fluid

G

M

BF

B

T R

.

.

LS

M

S

LT

E

New

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EAS10003 TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION

1

SPECIFICATIONS

2

PERIODIC CHECKS AND

ADJUSTMENTS

3

CHASSIS

4

ENGINE

5

COOLING SYSTEM

6

FUEL SYSTEM

7

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

8

TROUBLESHOOTING

9

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GENERAL INFORMATION

IDENTIFICATION ............................................................................................1-1

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER.....................................................1-1

MODEL LABEL..........................................................................................1-1

FEATURES......................................................................................................1-2

INSTRUMENT FUNCTIONS.....................................................................1-2

SPECIAL TOOLS ............................................................................................1-8

IDENTIFICATION

1-1

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IDENTIFICATION

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The vehicle identification number “1” is stamped

on the right side of the steering head pipe.

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MODEL LABEL

The model label “1” is affixed to the frame under

the passenger seat. This information will be

needed to order spare parts.

1

1

FEATURES

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FEATURES

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INSTRUMENT FUNCTIONS

Multi-function meter unit

WARNING

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Be sure to stop the vehicle before making

any setting changes to the multi-function

meter unit. Changing settings while riding

can distract the operator and increase the

risk of an accident.

The multi-function meter unit is equipped with

the following:

• speedometer

• tachometer

• clock

• lap timer

• coolant temperature display

• air intake temperature display

• transmission gear display

• drive mode display

• TCS display

• multi-function display

• display brightness and shift light control mode

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• To switch the multi-function meter unit be-

tween miles and kilometers, push the “SE-

LECT” button for one second.

• The “

”, “GPS”, and “QS” icons require ac-

cessory parts to function.

Speedometer

The speedometer shows the vehicle’s traveling

speed.

Tachometer

The electric tachometer shows the engine

speed, as measured by the rotational velocity of

the crankshaft, in revolutions per minute (r/min).

When the vehicle is first powered on, the ta-

chometer needle will sweep once across the r/

min range and then return to zero.

NOTICE

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Do not operate the engine in the tachometer

red zone.

Clock and lap timer

The clock uses a 12-hour time system.

1. Tachometer

2. Shift light

3. TCS display

4. Coolant/air intake temperature display

5. Drive mode display

6. Speedometer

7. Multi-function display

8. Clock/lap timer

9. Transmission gear display

10.“RESET” button

11.“SELECT” button

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6

7

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2

3 4

9

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11

1

1. Tachometer

2. Tachometer red zone

Red zone

16500 r/min and above

1. Clock

2

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[To set the clock:]

1. Turn the key to “ON”.

2. Push the “SELECT” button and the “RESET”

button for two seconds. The hour digits will

start flashing.

3. Push the “RESET” button to set the hours.

4. Push the “SELECT” button, and the minute

digits will start flashing.

5. Push the “RESET” button to set the minutes.

6. Push the “SELECT” button to confirm the set-

tings and start the clock.

[To switch between the clock and lap timer]

Push and release the “SELECT” button and the

“RESET” button at the same time.

The lap timer records and stores up to 20 lap

times. The lap time history records are divided

into two groups, “L” for lap order and “F” for fast-

est order. For lap order, the most recent lap is

designated L1 (and L19 will become L20). In the

case of fast lap history, any new fast lap within

the top 20 will be inserted and the previous F20

will be pushed out of the history.

[To use the lap timer]

1. Push the “RESET” button for one second to

set the lap timer to the counting-ready state

(the colon “:” and period “.” will flash).

2. Push the pass switch “

” to start the lap tim-

er.

3. Push the pass switch “

” to mark the start of

each new lap.

4. Push the “SELECT” button to stop the lap

timer.

5. Push the “SELECT” button again to reset the

lap timer (or push the “RESET” button for one

second to reset the lap timer and set it to the

counting-ready state).

[To view the lap time history]

1. Push the “SELECT” button for one second.

Lap order history is selected (indicated by “L-

20” in the lower part of the display), or push

the “SELECT” button again to select fast lap

history (indicated by “F-20”).

• “L-20” = lap order (most recent is L1)

• “F-20” = fastest order (fastest lap time is F1)

2. Push the “RESET” button and the 1st lap time

of that history group (indicated by “L1” or

“F1”) is shown.

1. Lap timer

1

1. History type (L-20 or F-20)

1. Lap number/Fastest rank

2. Lap time

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3. Use the “SELECT” button to scroll the history

in ascending order, or use the “RESET” but-

ton to scroll the history in descending order.

4. When you have finished viewing the lap re-

cords you can:

• push the “RESET” button for one second to

delete that group of lap records.

• push the “SELECT” button for one second to

exit and return to the lap timer.

Coolant temperature display

This display indicates the temperature of the

coolant from 105 °F to 255 °F in 1 °F increments.

If the coolant temperature is between 242 and

255 °F, the coolant temperature display flashes

and the coolant temperature warning light

comes on. If this occurs, reduce the load on the

engine by riding at a moderate pace, at low rpm,

until the coolant temperature goes down. If the

temperature does not go down, or if the mes-

sage “HI” flashes, stop the engine and let it cool.

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• When the vehicle is turned on, the coolant tem-

perature display is automatically selected.

• When the coolant temperature is below 105 °F,

“Lo” will be displayed.

Air intake temperature display

This display indicates the temperature of the air

drawn into the air intake duct.

Push the “RESET” button to switch the display

between the coolant temperature and the air in-

take temperature.

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• When the coolant temperature display is se-

lected, “C” is displayed for one second, and

then the coolant temperature is displayed.

• When the air intake temperature display is se-

lected, “A” is displayed for one second, and

then the air intake temperature is displayed.

• When the air temperature is below 16 °F, “16

°F” will be displayed.

Transmission gear display

This display shows the selected gear. The neu-

tral position is indicated by “ ” and by the neutral

indicator light.

Drive mode display

This display indicates which drive mode has

been selected: “STD”, “A” or “B”.

1. Coolant temperature display

1. Air intake temperature display

1

1

1. Neutral indicator light “

”

2. Transmission gear display

1. Drive mode display

2

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TCS display

This display indicates which traction control sys-

tem setting has been selected: “1” through “6” or

“OFF”.

Multi-function display

The multi-function display is equipped with the

following:

• odometer

• two tripmeters

• fuel reserve tripmeter

• instantaneous fuel consumption

• average fuel consumption

• total fuel used

Navigating the multi-function display

Push the “SELECT” button to change between

the odometer “ODO”, tripmeters “TRIP 1” and

“TRIP 2”, instantaneous fuel consumption “km/

L”, “L/100 km” or “MPG”, average fuel consump-

tion “AVE _ _ _._ km/L”, “AVE _ _ _._ L/100 km”

or “AVE _ _ _._ MPG”, and total fuel used “_ _._”

in the following order:

ODO → TRIP 1 → TRIP 2 → km/L, L/100 km or

MPG → AVE _ _ _._ km/L, AVE _ _ _._ L/100

km or AVE _ _ _._ MPG → _ _._ → ODO

Odometer and tripmeters

The odometer shows the total distance traveled

by the vehicle.

The tripmeters show the distance traveled since

they were last reset. To reset a tripmeter, push

the “RESET” button for one second.

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• The odometer will lock at 999999.

• The tripmeters will reset and continue counting

after 9999.9 is reached.

Fuel reserve tripmeter

If the fuel level warning light comes on, the dis-

play will automatically change to the fuel reserve

tripmeter “TRIP F” and start counting the dis-

tance traveled from that point. In this case, push

the “SELECT” button to switch the display in the

following order:

TRIP F → km/L, L/100 km or MPG → AVE _ _

_._ km/L, AVE _ _ _._ L/100 km or AVE _ _ _._

MPG → _ _._ → ODO → TRIP 1 → TRIP 2 →

TRIP F

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If you do not reset the fuel reserve tripmeter

manually, after refueling and traveling 5 km (3

mi), it will reset automatically and disappear from

the display.

Instantaneous fuel consumption

This function calculates the fuel consumption

under current riding conditions.

The instantaneous fuel consumption display is

set to “MPG”, or when using kilometers to “km/L”

or “L/100 km”. To switch between “km/L” and “L/

100 km”, push the “SELECT” button for one sec-

ond.

1. TCS display

1. Multi-function display

1

1

1. Instantaneous fuel consumption display

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• “km/L”: The distance that can be traveled on

1.0 L of fuel under the current riding conditions

is shown.

• “L/100 km”: The amount of fuel necessary to

travel 100 km under the current riding condi-

tions is shown.

• “MPG”: The distance that can be traveled on

1.0 US gal of fuel under the current riding con-

ditions is shown.

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If traveling at speeds under 20 km/h (12 mi/h), “_

_ _._” is displayed.

Average fuel consumption

This function calculates the average fuel con-

sumption since it was last reset.

The average fuel consumption display is set to

“AVE _ _ _._ MPG”, or when using kilometers to

“AVE _ _ _._ km/L” or “AVE _ _ _._ L/100 km”.

When using kilometers, push the “SELECT” but-

ton for one second to switch between “AVE _ _

_._ km/L” and “AVE _ _ _._ L/100 km”.

• “AVE _ _ _._ km/L”: The average distance that

can be traveled on 1.0 L of fuel is shown.

• “AVE _ _ _._ L/100 km”: The average amount

of fuel necessary to travel 100 km is shown.

• “AVE _ _ _._ MPG”: The average distance that

can be traveled on 1.0 US gal of fuel is shown.

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• To reset the average fuel consumption display,

push the “RESET” button for one second.

• After resetting the average fuel consumption

display, “_ _ _._” will be shown until the vehicle

has traveled 1 km (0.6 mi).

Total fuel used

This display shows the total amount of fuel that

has been used since it was last reset.

When using miles, this figure is shown in gal-

lons. When using kilometers, this figure is shown

in liters.

To reset the total fuel used display, push the

“RESET” button for one second.

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After the total fuel used display is reset, “_ _. _”

will be shown until the vehicle has traveled a suf-

ficient distance.

Display brightness and shift light control

mode

This mode cycles through five control functions,

allowing you to make the following settings in the

order listed below.

• Display brightness – adjust the brightness of

the displays and tachometer.

• Shift light activity function – set the shift light to

on, flash, or off.

• Shift light activation – set the engine speed at

which the shift light will be come on.

• Shift light deactivation – set the engine speed

at which the shift light will be go off.

1. Average fuel consumption display

1

1. Total fuel used display

1. Shift light

2. Shift light activation range

3. Brightness level display

1

1

2

3