Yamaha 2007 R6 Service

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PERIODIC CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE............................................................................ 3-1
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................... 3-1
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART FOR THE EMISSION CONTROL 
SYSTEM................................................................................................... 3-1
GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION CHART ....................... 3-1...

LUBRICATING THE PEDALS ................................................................. 3-34
LUBRICATING THE SIDESTAND .......................................................... 3-34
LUBRICATING THE REAR SUSPENSION ............................................ 3-34
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM................................................................................ 3-35
CHECKING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY....................................... 3-35
CHECKING THE FUSES...

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INTRODUCTION
This chapter includes all information necessary to perform recommended checks and adjustments. If 
followed, these preventive maintenance procedures will ensure more reliable vehicle operation, a long-
er service life and reduce the need for costly overhaul work. This information applies to vehicles already 
in service as well as to new vehicles that are being prepared for sale. All service technicians should be 
familiar with...

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5*Brake hosesCheck for cracks or damage.√√√√√
Replace. Every 4 years
6*WheelsCheck runout and for dam-
age.
Replace if necessary.√√√√√
7*TiresCheck tread depth and for 
damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.√√√√√
8*Wheel bearingsCheck bearings for smooth 
operation.
Replace if necessary.√√√√√
9*Swingarm pivot 
bearingsCheck bearing assemblies for 
looseness.
Moderately repack with lithi-
um-soap-based grease.√Repack.
10 Drive...

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* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the 
service.
NOTE:
From 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8000 mi 
(13000 km) or 12 months.
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NOTE:
Air filter
This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be 
cleaned with compressed air to avoid damaging it.
The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when...

ENGINE
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ENGINE
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ADJUSTING THE VALVE CLEARANCE
The following procedure applies to all of the 
valves.
NOTE:
Valve clearance adjustment should be made 
on a cold engine, at room temperature.
When the valve clearance is to be measured or 
adjusted, the piston must be at top dead center 
(TDC) on the compression stroke.
1. Remove:
Rider seat
Side cowlings
Bottom cowlings
Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Fuel tank
Refer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
Air filter case
Refer to...

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Measure the valve clearance in the following 
sequence.
d. To measure the valve clearances of the other 
cylinders, starting with cylinder #1 at TDC, 
turn the crankshaft clockwise as specified in 
the following table.
         
5. Remove:
Camshafts
NOTE:
Refer to “CAMSHAFTS” on page 5-7.
When removing the timing chain and cam-
shafts, fasten the timing chain with a wire to re-
trieve it if it falls into the crankcase.
6. Adjust:
Valve clearance



 
 
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c. Check the thickness of the current valve pad.
NOTE:
The thickness “a” of each valve pad is marked in 
hundredths of millimeters on the side that touch-
es the valve lifter.
Example:
If the valve pad is marked “155”, the pad 
thickness is 1.55 mm (0.061 in).
d. Calculate the sum of the values obtained in 
steps (b) and (c) to determine the required 
valve pad thickness and the valve pad num-
ber.
Example:
1.55 mm (0.061 in) + 0.03 mm (0.001 in) = 
1.58 mm (0.062 in)
The valve pad number is...

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1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
NOTE:
Place the vehicle on a suitable stand.
2. Remove:
Rider seat
Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Fuel tank
Refer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
3. Remove:
Caps “1”
4. Install:
Vacuum gauge “1”
Digital tachometer
5. Install:
Fuel tank
Refer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
6. Adjust:
Throttle body synchronization



 
 
 








 
 



 
 



 
 







Basic procedure
a. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then let it run...