Yamaha R6 2008 User Manual

SPECIAL TOOLS
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SPECIAL TOOLS
The following special tools are necessary for complete and accurate tune-up and assembly. Use
only the appropriate special tools as this will help prevent damage caused by the use of inappropri-
ate tools or improvised techniques. Special tools, part numbers or both may differ depending on the
country.
When placing an order, refer to the list provided below to avoid any mistakes.
NOTE:
• For U.S.A. and Canada, use part number starting with “YM-”, “YU-”, or “ACC-”.
• For others, use part number starting with “90890-”.
Tool name/Tool No. Illustration
Reference
pages
Pocket tester
90890-03112
Analog pocket tester
YU-03112-C
1-14, 5-34, 8-
83, 8-84, 8-85,
8-89, 8-90, 8-
91, 8-92, 8-93,
8-94, 8-95, 8-
96, 8-97, 8-98,
8-99, 8-100, 8-
101
Valve lapper
90890-04101
Valve lapping tool
YM-A8998
3-5
Vacuum gauge
90890-03094
Carburetor synchronizer
YU-44456
3-7
Compression gauge
90890-03081
Engine compression tester
YU-33223
3-10
YU-44456

Yamaha R6 2008 Specifications

General

Compression Ratio	13.1:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
Final Drive	Chain
Front Brakes	Dual 310mm floating discs; radial-mount 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	220mm disc; single-piston caliper
Front Tire	120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55-ZR17
Seat Height	33.5 in
Wet Weight	417 lb
Bore x Stroke	67.0 mm x 42.5 mm
Ignition	TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
Transmission	6-speed
Front Suspension	41mm inverted telescopic fork; 4.7-in travel
Rear Suspension	4.7-in travel
Wheelbase	54.3 in
Fuel Capacity	4.6 gal
Engine Type	599cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 16-valve, inline four-cylinder