Yamaha Fazer FZ6-S User Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU21380
Adjusting the throttle cable
free play
The throttle cable free play should mea-
sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the
throttle grip. Periodically check the
throttle cable free play and, if neces-
sary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
EAU21400
Adjusting the valve clearance
The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU21771
Tires
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
WARNING
EWA10500
● The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
● The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.
1. Throttle cable free play
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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