Yamaha YZF-R6 99 User Manual

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REPLACING THE HEADLIGHT BULBS
CHK
ADJ
WARNING
CAUTION:
EB305051
REPLACING THE HEADLIGHT BULBS
The following procedure applies to both of the
headlight bulbs.
1. Disconnect:
 headlight coupler
1
 headlight bulb holder cover
2
2. Detach:
 headlight bulb holder
1
3. Remove:
 headlight bulb
2
Since the headlight bulb gets extremely hot,
keep flammable products and your hands
away from the bulb until it has cooled down.
4. Install:
 headlight bulb
New
Secure the new headlight bulb with the head-
light bulb holder.
Avoid touching the glass part of the head-
light bulb to keep it free from oil, otherwise
the transparency of the glass, the life of the
bulb and the luminous flux will be adversely
affected. If the headlight bulb gets soiled,
thoroughly clean it with a cloth moistened
with alcohol or lacquer thinner.
5. Attach:
 headlight bulb holder
6. Install:
 headlight bulb holder cover
7. Connect:
 headlight coupler

Yamaha YZF-R6 99 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 Tire	120/60-ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55-ZR17
Seat Height	820 mm
Engine Type	liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 16-valve, inline-4
Rear Suspension	Swingarm
Front Brakes	Dual disc
Rear Brakes	Single disc
Wheelbase	1, 380 mm
Fuel Capacity	17 liters
Dry Weight	169 kg
Length	2, 040 mm
Height	1, 090 mm