Yamaha 2001 YZF-R6 - Carburetor and Engine Oil Maintenance; Cooling System and Electrical Component Checks; Hydraulic Brake Service Guidelines

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INTRODUCTION/PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
LUBRICATION INTERVALS
CHK
ADJ
NOTE:
NO
ITEM
CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING ( 1,000 km)
ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
1 10 20 30 40
ANNUAL
CHECK
17 Sidestand
S Check operation.
S Lubricate.
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18 * Sidestand switch S Check operation. √ √ √ √ √ √
19 * Front fork S Check operation and for oil leakage. √ √ √ √
20 *
Rear shock absorber
assembly
S Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage. √ √ √ √
21
*
Rear suspension
relay arm and
S Check operation. √ √ √ √
21 *
relay
arm
and
connecting arm
pivoting points
S Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √ √
22 * Carburetors
S Check starter (choke) operation.
S Adjust engine idling speed and synchronization.
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23 Engine oil S Change. √ √ √ √ √ √
24
Engine oil filter
cartridge
S Replace. √ √ √
25
*
Cooling system
S Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage. √ √ √ √ √
25 * Cooling system
S Change. Every 3 years
26
Moving parts and
cables
S Lubricate. √ √ √ √ √
27 *
Lights, signals and
switches
S Check operation.
S Adjust headlight beam.
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D The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
D Hydraulic brake service
S Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
S Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and caliper, and
change the brake fluid.
S Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.