Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. 1450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Company: YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. Address: 1450-6, Mori, Mori-Machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-Ken, 437-0292 Japan Hereby declare that the product: Kind of equipment: IMMOBILIZER...
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YAMAHA MOTER CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, 438-8501, Japan DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Product: COMMUN CONT. UNIT COMP. Model: 2KS-85800-00 Supplied by Technical Construction File held by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V. 2500 Shingai, Iwata-shi, Shizuoka-ken, Koolhovenlaan 101, 1119 NC,...
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EAU10103 Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the YZF-R1/YZF-R1M, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10134 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
EXUP system ........ 4-45 Checking the engine idling SPECIAL FEATURES ......3-1 Sidestand ........4-45 speed.......... 7-17 YRC (Yamaha Ride Control) ... 3-1 Ignition circuit cut-off system..4-46 Checking the throttle grip free Glossary .......... 3-3 Auxiliary DC connector....4-48 play..........
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ....7-29 Checking and lubricating the sidestand........7-29 Lubricating the swingarm pivots ..7-30 Checking the front fork ....7-30 Checking the steering....7-31 Checking the wheel bearings ..7-31 Battery ...........
SAFETY INFORMATION EAU1028B Take a training course. Beginners • Use extra caution when you are should receive training from a cer- approaching passing tified instructor. Contact an autho- through intersections, since in- Be a Responsible Owner rized motorcycle dealer to find out tersections are the most likely As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- about the training courses nearest...
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SAFETY INFORMATION tice riding your motorcycle with both hands and keep both control levers, footrests, or wheels where there is no traffic until you feet on the passenger footrests. and cause injury or an accident. have become thoroughly famil- Never carry a passenger unless Always wear protective clothing iar with the motorcycle and all of...
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- to minimize imbalance or instabili- of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid able only from a Yamaha dealer, have the possibility of an accident, use ex- been designed, tested, and approved ...
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Yamaha, even if sold and limit suspension travel, steering not recommended. installed by a Yamaha dealer.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Check that the fuel cock (if equipped) is in the “OFF” position and that there are no fuel leaks. Point the front wheel straight ahead on the trailer or in the truck bed, and choke it in a rail to pre- vent movement.
YRC (Yamaha Ride Control) when entering turns, when acceler- Yamaha Ride Control is a system that ating hard at a sharp lean angle, or incorporates numerous sensors and while braking, and it cannot prevent controls to support an improved riding front wheel slipping or lift (“wheel-...
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SPECIAL FEATURES cally adjusts according to the vehicle’s EWA15432 ECA16801 WARNING NOTICE lean angle. To maximize acceleration, when the vehicle is upright a less The traction control system is not a Use only the specified tires. (See amount of traction control is applied. substitute for riding appropriately page 7-18.) Using different sized When cornering, a greater amount of...
UBS - Unified Brake System ing forces. There are two modes, YRC - Yamaha Ride Control automatic and manual. Automatic mode is an active suspension control...
a Yamaha dealer to have them re-reg- Do not place any key close to istered. Do not use the key with the red magnets (this includes, but not bow for driving.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ference. EAU10474 cense plate light and auxiliary lights Main switch/steering lock come on, and the engine can be start- ed. The key cannot be removed. The headlights come on automatically when the engine is started and stay on until the key is turned to “OFF”, even if the engine stalls.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To lock the steering To unlock the steering EAU66050 Handlebar switches Left 1. Push. 1. Push. 2. Turn. 2. Turn. 1. Pass/LAP switch “ /LAP” 1. Turn the handlebars all the way to Push the key in, and then turn it to 2.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU66091 6-1 for starting instructions prior to Pass/LAP switch “ /LAP” starting the engine. Press this switch to flash the headlights Set this switch to “ ” to stop the engine and to mark the start of each lap when in case of an emergency, such as when using the lap timer.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS gine not running, otherwise the bat- button, then push and hold the up scroll up/left or increase a setting value. tery may discharge. button until TCS OFF is displayed. Rotate down - rotate the wheel down- To turn the traction control system ward to scroll down/right or decrease a back on, use the down button.
ABS and UBS may not work correctly. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle as EAU66890 soon as possible. (See “Brake system” Fuel level warning light “ ”...
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“ON”, EAU65980 Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir- Stability control indicator light “SC” have a Yamaha dealer check the elec- cuit. (See page 4-23 for a detailed ex- This indicator light comes on when the trical circuit.
The fol- have a Yamaha dealer check the for a small number of pixels to be inac- lowing items can be found on the dis- vehicle.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS STREET MODE TRACK MODE Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed, as measured by the rotational 12 : 00 12 : 00 LCS QS LIF LC LCS velocity of the crankshaft, in revolutions 1000 r/min 1000 r/min ×...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS display items can be set into four ly reset. Acceleration indicator groups via the MENU screen. This shows the vehicle’s forward accel- The information display items are: To reset information display items eration and deceleration forces. A.TEMP: air temperature 1.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ing. To turn off the traction control sys- MODE-B is a softer track-riding tem select TCS with the center setting. button, then push and hold the up MODE-C is suitable for street rid- button until TCS OFF is displayed.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS MENU screen. is being recorded via the logging func- To use the lap timer tion. 1. Short push the wheel switch. The information display item will flash ERS indicator “ ” (YZF-R1M) Lap timer for five seconds. This icon shows the current ERS mode.
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SCU error code engine has been started. will be shown. Note the number and 1 2 3 ECA21210 have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi- NOTICE cle. If the warning light comes on when E r r Engine trouble warning “...
Turn the shift indicator on/ Shift Indicator off and adjust tachometer key and both standard keys to a settings. Yamaha dealer and have the stan- Set the multi-function Display Setting dard keys re-registered. display window items. ECA11591 Brightness Adjust screen brightness.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS item. Select the triangle mark to exit four modes MODE-A, that screen and move back one screen MODE-B, MODE-C, MODE-D by ad- (or long push the wheel switch to exit justing the setting levels (or on/off sta- MENU entirely).
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS amount of system intervention, and set- ting level 3 provides the greatest TCS can only be turned on or off amount of system intervention. via the main screen using the mode switch. When TCS has been turned off, TCS, SCS, LCS, and LIF will be set to OFF and cannot be adjust- ed.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS available. When the launch control sys- turns LIF off and LCS will be disabled 2. The “YRC Setting” screen is dis- tem has been activated (made ready for the selected YRC mode. played, and the YRC mode box for use via the mode switch), the LCS “YRC”...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS mark to fine tune the ERS mode To adjust the ERS mode settings settings. YRC Setting 12 : 00 km/h 12 : 00 YRC Setting km/h A - 1 ERS (YZF-R1M) A - 1 A - 2 There are three automatic setting A - 2 A - 3...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS For A-1 and A-2, a number indicat- ed in ( ) means how many levels YRC Setting 12:00 km/h YRC Setting 12:00 km/h are changed from its factory preset level. When a suspension setting item in A-1 or A-2 is offset, the same sus- pension item will be similarly offset SETTING...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS “Reset” allows you to delete the lap To reset the lap time record data time record data. 1. When “Lap Time” is selected, both 12 : 00 Lap Time GP GPS km/h “Display” and “Reset” are dis- Reset ? played.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 2. Select the item you want to reset. “Maintenance” If a CCU is not installed or the CCU is This function allows you to record dis- not properly connected, then the “Log- tance traveled between engine oil ging”...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS km/h 12 : 00 Maintenance km/h 000000 km INTERVAL 1 123456 km INTERVAL 2 123456 km 2. “km or mile” and “km/L or L/ 4. Select the units you want to use. 100km” are displayed. Maintenance item names cannot be changed.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS the instrument panel detects lighting repeat from step 2 or select the tri- conditions will automatically angle symbol to exit this module. change the display between its day and night settings. The photo sensor also controls a subtle automatic brightness adjustment function within both day and night modes to suit ambient light conditions.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To make setting changes 1. Select “Shift IND Setting”. 4. Select “IND Start”. 6. Select “IND Stop” then rotate the wheel switch to adjust the r/min at 2. Select “IND Mode”. which the shift timing indicator will go off.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS black or white (depending on wallpaper settings). When turned on, the mid and mid-to-high r/min zones can be set to come on in green and then orange col- ors. Select “Shift IND Brightness”, then use 3. Select ON to turn the tachometer the wheel switch to adjust the setting.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS value (or the 14000 r/min red the wheel switch. All r/min above “Peak Rev IND Setting” zone), will be displayed in green. this figure until the 14000 r/min red This module allows you to turn the rev- zone, will be displayed in orange.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS “Display Setting” To set the display groups This module allows you to set how the 1. Select “Display Setting”. information display items (like TRIP-1, ODO, C. TEMP, etc.) are grouped on the main screen. There are four display groups.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS TRIP-2: tripmeter 2 To set the brightness To set the clock ODO: odometer 1. Select “Brightness”. 1. From the MENU screen, select FUEL CON: the amount of fuel con- “Clock”. sumed FUEL AVG: average fuel consumption CRNT FUEL: current fuel consumption 6.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12821 Clutch lever 4. The minutes figure will become 6. Short push the wheel switch again highlighted. to exit and go back to the MENU screen. 1. Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left “All Reset”...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU67010 EAU67033 Shift pedal Brake lever See Brake system for more informa- tion on how the UBS and ABS systems work. The brake lever is equipped with a brake lever position adjusting dial. To adjust the distance between the brake lever and the throttle grip, turn the ad- justing dial while holding the lever pushed away from the throttle grip.
WARNING rear brake, press down on the brake required, so please consult your Always keep a sufficient distance pedal. Yamaha dealer. from the vehicle ahead to match the riding speed even with ABS. ECA20100 The ABS performs best with NOTICE long braking distances.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS amount of rear wheel braking force to When the vehicle starts moving, be applied by the UBS is based on ve- the UBS is re-enabled. hicle attitude and lean angle. However, operating only the brake pedal will not generate any brake pressure at the front brake.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13075 EAU13222 Fuel tank cap Fuel The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un- Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in less the key is in the lock. In addition, the tank. the key cannot be removed if the cap is EWA10882 not properly closed and locked.
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Gasoline is poisonous and can as well as to the exhaust system. cause injury or death. Handle gaso- Your Yamaha engine has been de- line with care. Never siphon gaso- signed to use premium unleaded gaso- line by mouth. If you should swallow...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU58081 EAU13434 pairable damage to the catalytic Fuel tank breather hose and Catalytic converter converter. overflow hose This model is equipped with a catalytic converter in the exhaust system. EWA10863 WARNING The exhaust system is hot after op- eration.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU66570 Seats Passenger seat To remove the passenger seat 1. Insert the key into the seat lock, and then turn it clockwise. 1. Projection 1. Bolt 2. Seat holder 2. Remove the key. Rider seat To remove the rider seat 1.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU67153 CCU (for equipped models) The CCU (communication control unit) connects to the vehicle’s CAN (control- ler area network) and has a GPS re- ceiver to enable the recording of vehicle and riding data (see “Logging” on page 4-20).
EAU66920 direct sunlight. Document storage puter. 4. Connect to the wireless network “Yamaha Motor Network” by input- ting the CCU serial number as the password. 5. Install the seat cover and GPS re- ceiver to the original position, and then install the screws.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU47261 EAU66473 the adjusting nut on each fork in direc- Rear view mirrors Adjusting the front fork tion (a). To decrease the spring preload The rear view mirrors of this vehicle can ECA22471 and thereby soften the suspension, NOTICE be folded forward for parking in narrow turn the adjusting nut on each fork in di-...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ing, turn the adjusting bolt on each fork force and thereby harden the compres- leg in direction (a). To decrease the re- sion damping, turn the adjusting bolt on Although the total number of clicks of a bound damping force and thereby soft- each fork leg in direction (a).
nal position. Do not dispose of a damaged or rection (b). worn-out shock absorber as- sembly yourself. Take the shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha dealer for any service. 4-41...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ECA10102 preload. Spring preload: NOTICE Use the special wrench includ- Minimum (soft): ed in the owner’s tool kit to To avoid damaging the mechanism, Distance A = 77.5 mm (3.05 in) Standard: make the adjustment. do not attempt to turn beyond the Distance A = 79.0 mm (3.11 in) maximum or minimum settings.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS by soften the compression damping, the compression damping force and turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b). thereby soften the compression damp- ing, turn the adjusting screw in direction (b). 1. Rebound damping force adjusting screw Rebound damping setting: 1.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS adjusting mechanism. This adjustment thereby harden the suspension, range may not exactly match the spec- turn the adjusting ring in direction ifications listed due to small differences (a). To decrease the spring pre- in production. load and thereby soften the sus- pension, turn the adjusting ring in direction (b).
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU67050 EAU15306 Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not EXUP system Sidestand function properly. This model is equipped with Yamaha’s The sidestand is located on the left side EXUP (EXhaust Ultimate Power valve) of the frame. Raise the sidestand or system.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU44893 Ignition circuit cut-off system The ignition circuit cut-off system (com- prising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the fol- lowing functions. It prevents starting when the trans- mission is in gear and the sides- tand is up, but the clutch lever is not pulled.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS WARNING With the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”. dealer check the system before riding.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU59950 This vehicle is equipped with an auxilia- Auxiliary DC connector ry DC connector. A 12–V accessory EWA12532 connected to the auxiliary DC connec- WARNING tor can be used when the key is in the To prevent electrical shock or “ON”...
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 7-14 • Check cooling system for leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Front brake • Replace if necessary.
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 7-18, 7-28 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 7-27 •...
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• Remove any foreign objects from the screen if necessary. Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation. — and switches • Correct if necessary. • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. Sidestand switch 4-45 • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
an inertial measurement unit (IMU) understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. The transmission is in the neutral that will stop the engine in case of position. EWA10272 a turnover.
The neutral indicator amount of engine power available for light should come on. If not, ask a starting off, accelerating, climbing hills, Yamaha dealer to check the elec- etc. trical circuit. The gear positions are shown in the il- 3.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS the neutral position, do not shown in the following table, close is almost completely stopped. The coast for long periods of time the throttle, and at the same time, neutral indicator light should come with the engine off, and do not quickly pull the clutch lever in.
Turn the engine off instead of let- period, immediately have a During this period, prolonged full-throt- ting it idle for an extended length of Yamaha dealer check the vehi- tle operation or any condition that might time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic cle.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU17214 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10312 WARNING Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned.
– possibly leading to pending on the weather, terrain, geo- that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha death. See page 1-2 for more in- graphical location, and individual use, dealers are trained and equipped to...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU67090 ence required for a particular job, have Owner’s tool kit a Yamaha dealer perform it for you. The owner’s tool kit should be stored separately from the vehicle. However, there are two hexagon wrenches stored under the passenger seat. (See page 4-36.)
From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi). Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. EAU46911 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU1770M General maintenance and lubrication chart ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) 1 * Air filter element •...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check chain slack, alignment and condition. Every 800 km (500 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or Drive chain •...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) Rear suspension relay arm and ...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18681 Air filter • This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it. • The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. ...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18713 Removing and installing cowlings and panels The cowlings and panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a cowling or panel needs to be re- moved and installed.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT and then install the quick fasteners and Cowlings A and B (for YZF-R1M) the quick fastener screws. To remove a cowling Cowling C (for YZF-R1) Remove the screw, collar, quick fasten- er screws and the quick fasteners, and To remove a cowling then take the cowling off.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT and then pull the panel off. To install the panel Place the panel in the original position, and then install the quick fastener and screw. Panels B and D To remove a panel 1. Remove cowling A or B. (See page 7-8.) 1.
Do not attempt to diagnose wipe off any grime from the spark plug such problems yourself. Instead, have threads. a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. If a spark plug shows signs of electrode Tightening torque: Spark plug (new): erosion and excessive carbon or other 18 Nm (1.8 m·kgf, 13 ft·lbf)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU66532 4. Remove the engine oil filler cap, Engine oil and oil filter the engine oil drain bolt and its cartridge gasket to drain the oil from the The engine oil level should be checked crankcase. before each ride.
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An oil filter wrench is available at a Engine oil drain bolt: 23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf) Yamaha dealer. 6. Apply a thin coat of clean engine 9. Refill with the specified amount of oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter the recommended engine oil, and cartridge.
In order to prevent clutch slip- varies with engine temperature. off and have a Yamaha dealer check page (since the engine oil also Make sure that the vehicle is posi- the vehicle.
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If water has been 2. Remove cowling B and panel D. added to the coolant, have a (See page 7-8.) Yamaha dealer check the anti- 3. Place a container under the engine freeze content of the coolant as to collect the used coolant.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Antifreeze/water mixture ratio: Recommended antifreeze: High-quality ethylene glycol anti- freeze containing corrosion inhibitors for aluminum engines Coolant quantity: Radiator (including all routes): 2.25 L (2.38 US qt, 1.98 Imp.qt) Coolant reservoir (up to the maxi- mum level mark): 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt) 1.
Check the engine idling speed and, if 10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf) maintenance and lubrication chart. necessary, have it corrected by a Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air Yamaha dealer. 15. Pour the specified coolant into the filter element.
Therefore, it must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer is essential to maintain the tires in good at the intervals specified in the periodic condition at all times and replace them maintenance and lubrication chart.
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“broken glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is Rear: in” for it to develop its optimal cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re- 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm , 42 psi) characteristics. place the tire immediately.
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ING STREET RS10R G ed below have been approved for this 3. Tire air valve cap with seal YZF-R1 PIRELLI/DIABLO SU- model by Yamaha. PERCORSA SP This model is equipped with tubeless FRONT and REAR: tires and tire air valves.
If any 100 km (60 mi) after installing a damage is found, have a Yamaha new tire. dealer replace the wheel. Do not The tires must be warmed up attempt even the smallest repair to before a high-speed run.
The clutch lever free play should mea- brake lever end. If there is free play, sure 10.0–15.0 mm (0.39–0.59 in) as have a Yamaha dealer inspect the shown. Periodically check the clutch le- brake system. ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it...
The front and rear brake pads must be come on just before braking takes ef- checked for wear at the intervals spec- fect. If necessary, have a Yamaha deal- ified in the periodic maintenance and er adjust the brake light switches.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha EAU22582 Rear brake Checking the brake fluid level dealer replace the brake pads as a set. Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark.
EAU22733 EAU22762 Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack age. Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be Refill with the same type of brake fluid at the intervals specified in checked before each ride and adjusted brake fluid.
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4. If the drive chain slack is incorrect, adjust it as follows. EAU34318 To adjust the drive chain slack Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- justing the drive chain slack. 1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock- nut on each side of the swingarm.
If a cable is damaged wet areas. Service the drive chain as or does not move smoothly, have a follows. Yamaha dealer check or replace it. WARNING! Damage to the outer ECA10584 NOTICE housing of cables may result in in-...
In addi- pedals should be checked before each tion, the cable should be lubricated by a ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu- Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci- bricated if necessary. fied in the periodic maintenance chart. Brake pedal The throttle cable is equipped with a rubber cover.
EWA10732 WARNING If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. Otherwise, the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, re- sulting in a possible loss of control.
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- fork does not operate smoothly, face and hold it in an upright posi- ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals have a Yamaha dealer check or re- tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, specified in the periodic maintenance pair it.
If any free smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check play can be felt, have a Yamaha the wheel bearings. dealer check or repair the steering. 1. Positive battery lead (red) 2.
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To charge the battery Electrolyte is poisonous and than two months, check it at least Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- dangerous since it contains sul- once a month and fully charge it if tery as soon as possible if it seems to furic acid, which causes severe necessary.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT connecting negative EAU66591 Replacing the fuses lead. [ECA16841] The main fuse and ABS motor fuse are 4. After installation, make sure that located under the rider seat. the battery leads are properly con- nected to the battery terminals. ECA16531 NOTICE Always keep the battery charged.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Specified fuses: Main fuse: 50.0 A Terminal fuse 1: 2.0 A Headlight fuse: 7.5 A Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A Ignition fuse: 15.0 A Radiator fan motor fuse: 1. Hazard fuse 1. Ignition fuse 10.0 A 1, 15.0 A x 1 2.
LED. There are no user re- placeable bulbs. If a light does not come on, check the fuses and then have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. ECA16581 NOTICE Do not affix any type of tinted film or stickers to the headlight lens.
However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and know-how to service the motorcycle properly.
Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the compression. 4. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression.
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Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a The coolant level Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system. is OK. If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.
Rust and corrosion can develop matte colored finished parts. Be Cleaning even if high-quality components are sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for ECA22530 NOTICE used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- advice on what products to use be- noticed on a car, however, it detracts fore cleaning the vehicle.
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For rust removers or inhibitors, Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads additional cleaning, use Yamaha Wind- brake fluid, antifreeze or electro- during winter are extremely corrosive in shield Cleaner or other quality cleaner.
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EWA11132 WARNING removed with a mild detergent. Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- Note that the thermally induced vice on what products to use. Contaminants on the brakes or tires Washing, rainy weather or humid discoloring of the portion of the ex- can cause loss of control.
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE EAU26183 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel spark plug caps. Storage stabilizer (if available) to prevent 4. Lubricate all control cables and the the fuel tank from rusting and the pivoting points of all levers and Short-term fuel from deteriorating.
These identification numbers are needed when registering the vehicle with the authorities in your area and when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 1. Vehicle identification number 1. Engine serial number NUMBER:...
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The model label is affixed to the frame under the passenger seat. (See page 4-36.) Record the information on this label in the space provided. This in- formation will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. 10-2...
INDEX Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ..7-4 Maintenance, emission control system ..7-3 ABS warning light ........4-6 Engine break-in ......... 6-4 Matte color, caution ........8-1 Air filter element........7-17 Engine idling speed, checking....7-17 Model label ..........10-2 Auxiliary DC connector ......4-48 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ....7-12 Engine serial number ......