Canister (For California); Engine Oil And Oil Filter Cartridge - Yamaha YZF R1 2021 Owner's Manual

Periodic maintenance and adjustment

Canister (for California)

1. Canister
2. Canister breather
This model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere. Before operating
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this vehicle, make sure to check the
following:
 Check each hose connection.
 Check each hose and canister for
cracks or damage. Replace if
damaged.
 Make sure that the canister
breather is not blocked, and if
necessary, clean it.
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Engine oil and oil filter car-
tridge
The engine oil level should be checked
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before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car-
tridge replaced at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
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lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes for the oil level
to settle for an accurate reading,
and then check the oil level
through the check window locat-
ed at the bottom-left side of the
crankcase.
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The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
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1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
4. If the engine oil is at or below the
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Check the oil filler cap O-ring for dam-
age, and replace it if necessary.
To change the engine oil
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
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minimum level mark, add suffi-
cient oil of the recommended type
to raise it to the correct level.
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
to collect the used oil.
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