Yamaha YZF-R6 Service Manual

Also see for 1999 YZF-R6: Service manual

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3-47LUBRICATING THE DRIVE CHAIN/CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE STEERING HEAD CHKADJWARNINGNOTE:EB304100LUBRICATING THE DRIVE CHAINThe drive chain consists of many interactingparts. If the drive chain is not maintained prop-erly, it will wear out rapidly. Therefore, the drivechain should be serviced, especially when themotorcycle is used in dusty areas. This motor-cycle has a drive chain with small rubber O-rings between each side plate. Steam cleaning,high-pressure washing, certain solvents, andthe use of a coarse brush can damage these O-rings. Therefore, use only kerosine to clean thedrive chain. Wipe the drive chain dry and thor-oughly lubricate it with engine oil or chain lubri-cant that is suitable for O-ring chains. Do notuse any other lubricants on the drive chain sincethey may contain solvents that could damagethe O-rings.Recommended lubricantEngine oil or chain lubricantsuitable for O-ring chainsEB304130CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE STEER-ING HEAD1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.Securely support the motorcycle so thatthere is no danger of it falling over.Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand so thatthe front wheel is elevated.2. Check: steering headGrasp the bottom of the front fork legs andgently rock the front fork.Looseness/binding Adjust the steeringhead.