Yamaha FZ6-N Owner's Manual

Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1Left view ..........................................2-1Right view ........................................2-2Controls and instruments.................2-3INSTRUMENT AND CONTROLFUNCTIONS .......................................3-1Immobilizer system .........................3-1Main switch/steering lock ................3-2Indicator and warning lights ............3-3LCD tachometer .............................3-5Multi-function display ......................3-5Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...............3-9Handlebar switches ......................3-10Clutch lever ...................................3-11Shift pedal .....................................3-11Brake lever ...................................3-12Brake pedal ..................................3-12Fuel tank cap ................................3-12Fuel ...............................................3-13Fuel tank breather hose ................3-14Catalytic converter ........................3-14Seat ..............................................3-15Helmet holder ...............................3-15Storage compartment ...................3-16Adjusting the shock absorberassembly ...................................3-16Sidestand ......................................3-17Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-18PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1Pre-operation check list .................. 4-2OPERATION AND IMPORTANTRIDING POINTS................................. 5-1Starting the engine ......................... 5-1Shifting ........................................... 5-2Tips for reducing fuelconsumption ............................... 5-3Engine break-in .............................. 5-3Parking ........................................... 5-4PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ANDMINOR REPAIR ................................. 6-1Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1Periodic maintenance andlubrication chart .......................... 6-2Removing and installing thepanel ........................................... 6-6Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-6Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-7Coolant ......................................... 6-10Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-13Adjusting the engine idlingspeed ........................................ 6-15Checking the throttle cable freeplay ........................................... 6-15Valve clearance ............................ 6-16Tires ............................................. 6-16Cast wheels .................................. 6-19Adjusting the clutch lever freeplay ........................................... 6-19Rear brake light switch ................ 6-20Checking the front and rear brakepads .......................................... 6-20Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-21Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-22Drive chain slack .......................... 6-22Cleaning and lubricating the drivechain ......................................... 6-23Checking and lubricating thecables ....................................... 6-24Checking and lubricating thethrottle grip and cable ............... 6-24Checking and lubricating thebrake and shift pedals .............. 6-25Checking and lubricating thebrake and clutch levers ............ 6-25Checking and lubricating thesidestand .................................. 6-26Lubricating the swingarmpivots ........................................ 6-26Checking the front fork ................. 6-27Checking the steering .................. 6-27Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-28Battery ......................................... 6-28Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-30Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-31Replacing the tail/brake lightbulb ........................................... 6-32