Checking And Charging The Battery; Checking The Tire Pressure - Yamaha YZF-R1P Assembly Manual

A. CHECKING AND CHARGING THE
BATTERY
NOTE:
The battery used in this motorcycles is a new version
maintenance free "Valve Regulated Lead Acid
Battery", it has been pre-filled with electrolyte at the
factory so there is no need for you to add any fluid at
any time.
1. Check:
Using a digital voltmeter, the state of a discharged
MF battery can be checked by measuring open-
circuit voltage (the voltage measured with the
positive and negative terminals being
disconnected).
Open-circuit
Charging time
voltage
12.8 V or
Charging is not necessary
higher
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B. CHECKING THE TIRE PRESSURE
1. Measure:
•
tire pressure
Out of specification → Adjust.
WARNING
• • • • •
Tire inflation pressure should be checked and
adjusted when the temperature of the tire equals
the ambient air temperature. Tire inflation
pressure must be adjusted according to total
weight of cargo, rider, and accessories (fairing,
saddlebags, etc. if approved for this model), and
vehicle speed.
• • • • •
Proper loading of your motorcycle is important
for the handling, braking and other performance
and safety characteristics of your motorcycle.
Do not carry loosely packed items that can shift.
Securely pack your heaviest items close to the
center of the motorcycle, and distribute the
weight evenly from side to side. Properly adjust
the suspension for your load, and check the
condition and pressure of your tires.
NEVER OVERLOAD YOUR MOTORCYCLE.
Make sure the total weight of the cargo, rider, and
accessories (fairing, saddlebags, etc. if approved
for this model) does not exceed the maximum load
of the motorcycle. Operation of an overload
motorcycle could cause tire damage, an accident,
or even injury.
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WARNING
• • • • •
Do not attempt boost charging under any
circumstances.
• • • • •
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous,
causing severe burns, etc. Contains sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Antidote: Eternal-Flush with water. Internal-
Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow
with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable
oil. Call physician immediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention. Batteries produce
explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes,
etc., away. Ventilate when charging or using in
enclosed space. Always shield eyes when
working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
CAUTION:
• • • • •
If the voltage is lower than 12.8 V the battery
must be charged. If this is not done, the life of the
battery will be shortened drastically. Since the
procedure for charging the battery is not
explained in the assembly manual, refer to the
service manual for more details.
• • • • •
Never remove the strip of caps, nor add any
water or electrolyte.
for USA
Basic weight
193 kg (426 lb)
with oil and a
for California
full fuel tank
194 kg (428 lb)
for USA
202 kg (445 lb)
Maximum load
for California
201 kg (443 lb)
Cold tire pressure
Front
250 kPa
Up to 90 kg
2
(2.5 kgf/cm , 36 psi)
(198 lb) load*
250 kPa
90 kg (198 lb)
(2.5 kgf/cm 2 , 36 psi)
maximum load*
250 kPa
High
2
(2.5 kgf/cm , 36 psi)
speed riding
*: total of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories
Rear
250 k Pa
2
(2.5 kgf/cm , 36 psi)
290 kPa
(2.9 kgf/cm 2 , 42 psi)
250 kPa
2
(2.5 kgf/cm , 36 psi)