Yamaha Fazer FZ6-S User Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-15
3
● Do not exceed the maximum
load of 190 kg (419 lb) for the ve-
hicle.
EAU14830
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly
This shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring.
CAUTION:
ECA10100
Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum or
minimum settings.
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring in direction (a). To de-
crease the spring preload and thereby
soften the suspension, turn the adjust-
ing ring in direction (b).
NOTE:
Align the appropriate notch in the ad-
justing ring with the position indicator
on the shock absorber.
WARNING
EWA10220
This shock absorber contains highly
pressurized nitrogen gas. For prop-
er handling, read and understand
the following information before
handling the shock absorber. The
manufacturer cannot be held re-
sponsible for property damage or
personal injury that may result from
improper handling.
● Do not tamper with or attempt to
open the gas cylinder.
1. Spring preload adjusting ring
2. Special wrench
3. Position indicator
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
1
Standard:
3
Maximum (hard):
7
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Yamaha Fazer FZ6-S Specifications

General

Bore x Stroke	65.5 mm x 44.5 mm
Compression Ratio	12.2:1
Fuel System	Fuel Injection
Ignition	Digital TCI
Transmission	6-speed
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Brakes	Single disc
Front Tire	120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55-ZR17
Seat Height	795 mm
Cooling	Liquid-cooled
Final Drive	Chain
Front Brakes Type	Hydraulic dual disc
Rear Brakes Type	Hydraulic single disc
Length	2, 095 mm
Width	750 mm
Wheelbase	1, 440 mm
Front Brakes	Dual disc
Fuel Capacity	19.4 L
Power	98 hp @ 12, 000 rpm
Torque	63.1 Nm @ 10, 000 rpm
Height	1, 215 mm
Engine Type	600cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 16-valve, inline-4