Yamaha 1999 YZF-R6 Service Manual

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ADJUSTING THE SHIFT PEDAL/
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK
CHK
ADJ
NOTE:
b
c
NOTE:
CAUTION:
WARNING
NOTE:
EB304081
ADJUSTING THE SHIFT PEDAL
The shift pedal position is determined by the
installed.
1. Measure:
 incorrect  Adjust.
The top of sift pedal should be
aligned with the lower part of the
bracket. (from the horizontal view)
2. Adjust:
 installed shift rod length
a. Loosen both locknuts
1
.
b. Turn the shift rod
2
in direction
b
or
c
to
obtain the correct shift pedal position.
Direction
Installed shift rod length
increases.
Direction
Installed shift rod length
decreases.
c. Tighten both locknuts.
d. Make sure that the installed shift rod length is
within specification.
EB304092
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK
The drive chain slack must be checked at the
tightest point on the chain.
A drive chain that is too tight will overload
the engine and other vital parts, and one that
is too loose can skip and damage the swin-
garm or cause an accident. Therefore, keep
the drive chain slack within the specified
limits.
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand so that
the rear wheel is elevated.

Yamaha 1999 YZF-R6 Specifications

General

Bore x Stroke	65.5 mm x 44.5 mm
Compression Ratio	12.4:1
Ignition	Digital TCI
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Front Brakes	Dual 298 mm discs
Front Tire	120/60-ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55-ZR17
Wheelbase	1, 380 mm (54.3 in)
Seat Height	820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine Type	liquid-cooled, DOHC, inline 4-cylinder
Rear Suspension	Single shock
Rear Brakes	220mm disc
Fuel Capacity	17 l (4.5 US gal)
Dry Weight	169 kg