Periodic Checks And Adjustments; Periodic Maintenance And Lubrication Intervals; Introduction - Yamaha YZF-R1 2004 Service Information

INTRODUCTION/PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
EAS00036

PERIODIC CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS

INTRODUCTION

This chapter includes all information necessary to perform recommended checks and adjustments. If
followed, these preventive maintenance procedures will ensure more reliable vehicle operation, a
longer service life and reduce the need for costly overhaul work. This information applies to vehicles
already in service as well as to new vehicles that are being prepared for sale. All service technicians
should be familiar with this entire chapter.
EAS00037

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION INTERVALS

NOTE:
S The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is per-
formed instead.
S From 50,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10,000 km.
S Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools,
data and technical skills.
NO. ITEM
Fuel line
1 *
(See page 3-33)
Spark plugs
2 *
(See page 3-23) (See page 3 23)
Valves
3 *
(See page 3-11)
Air filter element
4
(See page 3-32)
Clutch
5
(See page 3-31)
Front brake
6 6 * *
(See page 3-42, 44, 45)
Rear brake
7 7 * *
(See page 3-43, 44, 45)
Brake hoses
8 8 * *
(See page 3-46)
Wheels
9 *
(See page 4-3)
Tires
10 *
(See page 3-58)
Wheel bearings
11 *
(See page 4-3)
Swingarm g
12 12 * *
(See page 4-72)
Drive chain
13
(See page 3-49, 50)
Steering bearings g g
14 14 * *
(See page 3-51)
Chassis fasteners
15 *
(See page 2-23)
LUBRICATION INTERVALS
CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
S Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
S Check condition.
S Clean and regap.
S Replace.
S Check valve clearance.
S Adjust.
S Replace
S Check operation.
S Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
S Replace brake pads.
S Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
S Replace brake pads.
S Check for cracks or damage.
S Replace.
S Check runout and for damage.
S Check tread depth and for damage.
S Replace if necessary.
S Check air pressure.
S Correct if necessary.
S Check bearing for looseness or damage.
S Check operation and for excessive play.
S Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
S Check chain slack.
S Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.
S Clean and lubricate.
S Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
S Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
S Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tight-
ened.
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CHK
ADJ
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
( 1,000 km)
CHECK CHECK
10 20 30 40
Every 40,000 km
Whenever worn to the limit
Whenever worn to the limit
Every 4 years
Every 50,000 km
Every 800 km and after washing
the motorcycle or riding in the rain
Every 20,000 km