Performance Uprades YZF-R6- Removing the Entire Front End

[@TheFireblade1000RR]

One of the best how to vidz ive seen on KZbin. No rambling on about things that are not important. Straight to the point. Well done

[@OnTheThrottleTV]

@baljci we are glad to read that the video gave you the confidence to take this on! Well done! Dave Moss Host

[@Theonlypayne]

Your right! the nut on top of the head was loose enough to unscrew by hand. We got it fixed. Thanks for the feedback.

[@OnTheThrottleTV]

@ChrisMag100 different brands have different methodologies for steering head bearings based on bearing and race type, therefore different torque values. In the case of the R6 and the VFR 400 race bike, the lower castle nut goes on hand tight to start, then you look for side to side movement and adjust accordingly. I generally use a C Spanner to set it snug then come back very small amounts until I get the movement I am looking for. The the upper lock ring is installed and set appropriately.

[@DarkNinja1776]

@ChrisMag100 I recently replaced the steering stem on an '09 ZX6R. The lower castle nut was only slightly more than hand-tight. On the other hand, my SV650's castle nut was tightened to something like 45 ft lbs (61 Nm).

[@philthejet]

Thank you sir for the great video. I was not sure if the exaust was actually strong enough to support the motor.

[@Konstantinos340]

best clips on youtube, respect

[@OnTheThrottleTV]

@irontruck but in the end, you know the bike is perfect, so riding it with confidence is a little easier. Given that the salvage bike market is going gangbusters and used bike sales are way up, we hope that this helps riders realize the value of getting the bike measured and then apart to check it thoroughly! Dave Moss Host

[@Anthony-pk8lb]

Back when KZbin didn't have the reply button. LOL Awesome video anyways. Thank you!

[@OnTheThrottleTV]

okay - you need to remove the forks from the bike. When you put them back in, one will go easily but if the other one is a struggle, the lower triple clamp is bent. Make sure both bars are even too as the crash will have moved one.

[@raimonddemandt7760]

I learned so much, thanks a lot! Greetings from europe 🙋‍♂️

[@OnTheThrottleTV]

might have loose steering head bearings. Put your hand on top of the triple clamps and while holding the brake on, push down on the bars. Does it "clunk" or knock? If so, that's the most likely cause

[@OnTheThrottleTV]

@vaiosoft You need to get the front end up in the air and loosen the lower then upper triple clamps. Go to the onthethrottle web site and look for 2 clicks out 16. That shows you what to do step by step. Mirror what I do to Kristi's bike. Dave Moss Host

[@eatmykwad]

excellent video cheers for the upload

[@Doubledge]

another great vid!! keep them coming!

[@OnTheThrottleTV]

@TreeK7 GP Frame and Wheel- Google them!

[@pjman50]

Awesome Video!!

[@r6liam657]

At 5:33 what do you mean by loose track of them bolts? So you definitely should replace them straight away even if they ain’t damaged?

[@jstchillin365]

How did he lift up the front end at 1:40 so easily???

[@chrisgarza3162]

great video! very helpful! thanks guys

[@ChrisMag100]

Question: Your lower castle nut was hand-tight on the R6. I've seen fairly high torque values on steering head castle nuts on other bikes. The Aprilia specification for the lower lock ring on the RSV4 is 70 Nm, for example. Is the R6 unusual in this respect?

[@bmuDLuck]

Do you have to take off the front wheel to replace the fender? I have an 09 R6s

[@Theonlypayne]

was checking out my friend new 11 R6. when i push down on the front forks, i hear a light knock at the top of the forks... Is this normal? When i test ride it down a normal street in my neighborhood it almost feels like its topping out or bottoming out on the smallest bumps. Not sure if this is normal being a more race ready bike than most other 600s and having a stiffer suspension?

[@Almedz]

wow you are a real pro!

[@rocketpunch12210]

Another great show Dave! Never knew you can support the bike like that. d(^_^)

[@diegoospina5678]

the front end r6r 2017 will it for the R6s 2005, I need to know if changing only the bearings will it fit in the chassis? Thanks

[@vaiosoft]

I lowsided my R1 recently, I feel like there is a notch when I go over bumps. What are some things I should look for after a 30mph low side?

[@Matt-nq4du]

9 years too late but probably your headset (bearings that support the forks)

[@KaspenOne]

I recently had a guy bring me his bike and ask me to work on it. It had been involved in lowside and the front end plastics and lights broken, I place it on my stand and noticed when I made the wheel straight that the handle bars are very slightly if barely noticeable to the left, forks are not leaking and the don't look bent, he's trying to spend less amount to get it on the road. What would you suggest? I have lil knowledge in structure damage but , like I said it's not really noticeable

[@Uplandhunt]

Very helpful

[@notkirill6991]

Does the 07 handlebars stay on after removing fork legs

[@monster8890]

hey I'm looking into buying an 04 r6 it was put down but not to hard the fairings are messed up but im not to concerned with looks right away. Im new in the bike world. im mechanically inclined and i can figure things out pretty by myself. Just wanted some advice what i should look over before i make any decisions i may regret. And whats a decent price to pay for it. 17k miles and it was dropped at the begging of last season and ridden all season like that. full yosh. thank you

[@TheNoobComment]

my 07 r6 is in locked position and I lost my keys...will I be able to remove the triple tree now? got nut off and handle bar bolts. still hard to come off. please help

[@justtwoeasy8415]

I have a 06 R6. Will the handle bars stay bolted to the triple clamp like the 09?

[@AyumiBushido]

I own a 02 R1, My upper triple clamp is scuffed up can I just remove the upper triple clamp and repaint it with out removing a bunch of stuff to get it off?

[@ylism]

Does anyone know the length of the forks on this bike, I am considering them for a swap to a SV650, that is if they will work for sure ? From the axle center, to the top cap of the forks. Thanks..

[@TroubleMakerVlogs]

I wish and pray that u move to NY,,

[@TreeK7]

where did u send them ?

[@sergggii]

what do u mean “the fork position is at line #2” ?

[@issakpadilla999]

Which tool did you use to remove the top lock nut off

[@christoandries7117]

issak padilla hammer n driver

[@Mr_gray]

where do you send these to get checked?? i need to do the same thing after my lowside. thanks

[@jayster412]

what size socket for the middle nut on top of triple clamp?? please and thanks

[@Foodmeow]

nut suze 36?

[@kylebohnstedt]

yes it's 36 mm

[@irontruck]

oh boy this one looks like a royal pain in the ass :) cool to watch but I'd be pulling my hair if I found out the front was bent! haha

[@jamisonraymond8398]

I need the diagram of the bearings n spacers that go in side the frame this video is helpfull but not all the way can anyonebhelp me out

[@demik1553]

Will this work on R6s 2009

[@OnTheThrottleTV]

@pwhittak1 36mm! Dave Moss Host

[@marscobras8281]

the audio is awful what the heck is that noise???

[@firingace]

5***** mate

[@marscobras8281]

its horrible clicking!