Yamaha YZF-R1 Series Service Manual page 3

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IMPORTANT
This manual was produced by the Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. primarily for use by Yamaha dealers
and their qualified mechanics. It is not possible to include all the knowledge of a mechanic in one man-
ual. Therefore, anyone who uses this book to perform maintenance and repairs on Yamaha vehicles
should have a basic understanding of mechanics and the techniques to repair these types of vehicles.
Please refer to "BASIC INFORMATION" (separate volume, Y0A-28197-10*) for basic instructions that
must be observed during servicing. Repair and maintenance work attempted by anyone without this
knowledge is likely to render the vehicle unsafe and unfit for use.
This model has been designed and manufactured to perform within certain specifications in regard to
performance and emissions. Proper service with the correct tools is necessary to ensure that the vehi-
cle will operate as designed. If there is any question about a service procedure, it is imperative that you
contact a Yamaha dealer for any service information changes that apply to this model. This policy is
intended to provide the customer with the most satisfaction from their vehicle and to conform to federal
environmental quality objectives.
Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. is continually striving to improve all of its models. Modifications and sig-
nificant changes in specifications or procedures will be forwarded to all authorized Yamaha dealers and
will appear in future editions of this manual where applicable.
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• * If the contents of the manual are revised, the last digit of the manual number will be increased by
one.
• This Service Manual contains information regarding periodic maintenance to the emission control sys-
tem. Please read this material carefully.
• Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations.
WARNING
NOTICE
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This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal inju-
ry hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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SERVICE MANUAL
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First edition, October 2019
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