Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE 2022 Maintenance Schedule
The 2022 Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for oil, general maintenance, air filter, brake fluid, tires, drive chain maintenance, coolant, spark plugs and valve clearance. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
599ccEngine size
44Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Yamaha R6 Race Owner's Manual (BN6-28199-EB): manuals.co.uk
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil change | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Change engine oil (warm engine before draining); check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. |
| Diagnostic system check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Perform dynamic inspection using Yamaha diagnostic tool; check error codes. |
| Air filter element replacement | Every 40,000 km · Replace every 40,000 km | Easy | Replace air filter element (disposable oil-coated paper element — not cleanable with compressed air). |
| Clutch check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check clutch operation; adjust if necessary. |
| Front brake check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage; replace brake pads if necessary. |
| Rear brake check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage; replace brake pads if necessary. |
| Brake hose inspection | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check brake hoses for cracks or damage. |
| Brake hose replacement | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 km | Moderate | Replace brake hoses. |
| Brake fluid change | Every 24 months | Moderate | Change front and rear brake fluid. |
| Wheel inspection | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check wheel runout and for damage; replace if necessary. |
| Tire inspection | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tread depth and for damage, replace if necessary; check air pressure, correct if necessary. |
| Wheel bearing check | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check wheel bearings for looseness or damage. |
| Swingarm pivot bearing check | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check swingarm pivot bearing operation and for excessive play. |
| Swingarm pivot bearing lubrication | Every 50,000 km · Replace every 50,000 km | Moderate | Lubricate swingarm pivot bearings with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Drive chain check, adjustment, and lubrication | Every 800 km (first at 800 km) | Easy | Check chain slack, alignment, and condition; adjust and lubricate with a special O-ring chain lubricant thoroughly. |
| Steering bearing check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check bearing assemblies for looseness. |
| Steering bearing lubrication | Every 30,000 km · Every 12 months · Replace every 30,000 km · Replace every 12 months | Moderate | Moderately repack steering bearings with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Chassis fastener torque check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Make sure that all chassis nuts, bolts, and screws are properly tightened. |
| Brake lever pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Lubricate brake lever pivot shaft with silicone grease. |
| Brake pedal pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate brake pedal pivot shaft with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Clutch lever pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate clutch lever pivot shaft with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Shift pedal pivot shaft lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate shift pedal pivot shaft with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Sidestand check and lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check sidestand operation; lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Sidestand switch check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check sidestand (ignition cut-off) switch operation; replace if necessary. |
| Front fork check | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check front fork operation and for oil leakage; replace if necessary. |
| Rear shock absorber check | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check rear shock absorber operation and for oil leakage; replace shock absorber assembly if necessary. |
| Rear suspension linkage check | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting-point operation. |
| Cooling system check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage. |
| Coolant change | Every 36 months · Replace every 36 months | Moderate | Change coolant. |
| EXUP system check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check EXUP (exhaust valve) system operation, cable free play, and pulley position; adjust if necessary. |
| Front and rear brake switch check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check front and rear brake light switch operation. |
| Moving parts and cable lubrication | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate moving parts and control cables. |
| Throttle grip service | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy–Moderate | Check throttle grip operation and free play, adjust cable free play if necessary; lubricate throttle grip housing and cable. |
| Lights, signals, and switches check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check operation of lights, signals, and switches; adjust headlight beam. |
| Fuel line inspection | Every 10,000 km | Easy–Moderate | Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage; replace if necessary. |
| Spark plug check and clean | Every 20,000 km | Easy | Check spark plug condition; adjust gap and clean. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 10,000 km · Replace every 10,000 km | Easy | Replace spark plugs. |
| Valve clearance check | Every 40,000 km | Advanced | Check and adjust valve clearance. |
| Fuel injection idle speed check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check engine idle speed. |
| Fuel injection synchronization check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check and adjust throttle-body synchronization. |
| Exhaust system check | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check exhaust system for leakage; tighten fasteners if necessary; replace gaskets if necessary. |
| Evaporative emission control system check | Every 30,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check evaporative emission control system for damage; replace if necessary. |
| Air induction system check | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose for damage; replace any damaged parts if necessary. |
| Engine oil filter replacement | Every 10,000 km | Easy | Replace engine oil filter cartridge. |
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