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Yamaha FZ1-N Owner's Manual

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    2d1-28199-e2 fz1-n fz1-na owner’s manual.

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    Eau26944 declaration of conformity yamaha motor electronics co., ltd. 1450-6, mori, mori-machi, shuchi-gun, shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 japan general manager of quality assurance div. 1 version up the norm of en60950 to en60950-1 to change company name 27 feb. 2006 1 mar. 2007 2 3 revision record no. Con...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction eau10100 welcome to the yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the fz1-n/fz1-na, 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. Please t...

  • Page 4: Important Manual Information

    Important manual information eau10151 particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: note: ● this manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold. ● yamaha continuall...

  • Page 5: Important Manual Information

    Important manual information eau10200 fz1-n/fz1-na owner’s manual ©2007 by yamaha motor co., ltd. 1st edition, august 2007 all rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of yamaha motor co., ltd. Is expressly prohibited. Printed in japan. U2d1e2e0.Book page 2 ...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents safety information ..................1-1 description ..................................2-1 left view ..........................................2-1 right view ........................................2-2 controls and instruments.................2-3 instrument and control functions .....

  • Page 7: Table of Contents

    Table of contents replacing the headlight bulb ........6-33 replacing the tail/brake light bulb ...........................................6-34 replacing a turn signal light bulb ...........................................6-34 replacing the license plate light bulb .....................................

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    1-1 1 safety information eau10281 motorcycles are single track vehicles. Their safe use and operation are dependent upon the use of proper riding techniques as well as the ex- pertise of the operator. Ev- ery operator should know the following requirements before riding this motor- cycle. He or she ...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    Safety information 1-2 1 due to excessive speed or un- dercornering (insufficient lean an- gle for the speed). • always obey the speed limit and never travel faster than warrant- ed by road and traffic conditions. • always signal before turning or changing lanes. Make sure that other motorists can s...

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    Safety information 1-3 1 loading the total weight of the operator, pas- senger, accessories and cargo must not exceed the maximum load limit. When loading within this weight limit, keep the following in mind: ● cargo and accessory weight should be kept as low and close to the motorcycle as possible....

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    Safety information 1-4 1 tor and may limit control ability, therefore, such accessories are not recommended. ● use caution when adding electri- cal accessories. If electrical acces- sories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle’s electrical system, an electric failure could result, which could cause ...

  • Page 12: Description

    Description 2-1 2 eau10410 left view 1. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-20) 2. Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-20) 3. Air filter element (page 6-13) 4. Main fuse (page 6-30) 5. Fuel injection system fuse (page 6-30) 6. Storage compartment (page 3-20) 7. ...

  • Page 13: Description

    Description 2-2 2 eau10420 right view 1. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1) 2. Luggage strap holder (page 3-24) 3. Rider seat lock lever (page 3-18) 4. Fuse box (page 6-30) 5. Battery (page 6-29) 6. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-21) 7. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-9) 8. Front brake fluid reservoir (p...

  • Page 14: Description

    Description 2-3 2 eau10430 controls and instruments 1. Clutch lever (page 3-14) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-13) 3. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2) 4. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-8) 5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-13) 6. Throttle grip (page 6-16) 7. Brake lever (page 3-15) u2d1e...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-1 3 eau10974 immobilizer system this vehicle is equipped with an immo- bilizer system to help prevent theft by re-registering codes in the standard keys. This system consists of the fol- lowing. ● a code re-registering key (with a red bow) ● two standard keys (with...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-2 3 ● keep other immobilizer system keys away from the main switch as they may cause signal inter- ference. Eau10471 main switch/steering lock the main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering. Note: be sure ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-3 3 to lock the steering 1. Turn the handlebars all the way to the left. 2. Push the key in from the “off” po- sition, and then turn it to “lock” while still pushing it. 3. Remove the key. To unlock the steering push the key in, and then turn it to “off” while stil...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-4 3 eau11003 indicator and warning lights eau11030 turn signal indicator lights “ ” and “ ” the corresponding indicator light flash- es when the turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right. Eau11060 neutral indicator light “ ” this indicator light comes on wh...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-5 3 caution: eca10020 do not operate the engine if it is overheated. U2d1e2e0.Book page 5 wednesday, august 22, 2007 3:36 pm.

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    Instrument and control functions 3-6 3 coolant temperature display conditions what to do under 39 °c (under 103 °f) message “lo” is displayed. Ok. Go ahead with riding. 40–116 °c (104–242 °f) temperature is displayed. Ok. Go ahead with riding. 117–139 °c (243–283 °f) temperature display flashes. War...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-7 3 eau11530 engine trouble warning light “ ” this warning light comes on or flashes when an electrical circuit monitoring the engine is defective. When this occurs, have a yamaha dealer check the self- diagnosis system. (see page 3-11 for an explanation of the sel...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-8 3 eau39426 multi-function meter unit warning ewa12421 be sure to stop the vehicle before making any setting changes to the multi-function meter unit. The multi-function meter unit is equipped with the following: ● a speedometer (which shows the riding speed) ● a ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-9 3 clock the clock displays when the key is turned to “on”. In addition, the clock can be displayed for 10 seconds by pushing the “select” button when the main switch is in the “off”, “lock” or “ ” position. To set the clock 1. Turn the key to “on”. 2. Push the “s...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-10 3 fuel meter the fuel meter indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. The display seg- ments of the fuel meter disappear to- wards “e” (empty) as the fuel level decreases. When the last segment on the left starts flashing, refuel as soon as possible. Note: ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-11 3 ● when the key is turned to “on”, the coolant temperature is auto- matically displayed, even if the air intake temperature was displayed prior to turning the key to “off”. ● when the air intake temperature display is selected, “a” is displayed for one second, ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-12 3 lcd and tachometer brightness control mode this function allows you to adjust the brightness of the lcd and the tachom- eter panel and needle to suit the out- side lighting conditions. To set the brightness 1. Turn the key to “off”. 2. Push and hold the “selec...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-13 3 eau12347 handlebar switches left right eau12350 pass switch “ ” press this switch to flash the headlight. Eau12400 dimmer switch “ / ” set this switch to “ ” for the high beam and to “ ” for the low beam. Eau12460 turn signal switch “ / ” to signal a right-han...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-14 3 eau44710 the engine trouble warning light and abs warning light (abs model only) will come on when the key is turned to “on” and the start switch is pushed, but this does not indicate a malfunction. Eau12733 hazard switch “ ” with the key in the “on” or “ ” po...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-15 3 eau26822 brake lever the brake lever is located at the right handlebar grip. To apply the front brake, pull the lever toward the handle- bar grip. The brake lever is equipped with a po- sition adjusting dial. To adjust the dis- tance between the brake lever an...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-16 3 ● this abs has a test mode which allows the owner to experience the pulsating at the brake lever or brake pedal when the abs is oper- ating. However, special tools are required, so please consult your yamaha dealer when performing this test. Eau13072 fuel tank...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-17 3 eau13220 fuel make sure that there is sufficient fuel in the tank. When refueling, be sure to in- sert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler hole and to fill the tank to the bot- tom of the filler tube as shown. Warning ewa10880 ● do not overfill the fuel ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-18 3 eau39450 fuel tank breather/overflow hose before operating the motorcycle: ● check the fuel tank breather/over- flow hose connection. ● check the fuel tank breather/over- flow hose for cracks or damage, and replace it if damaged. ● make sure that the end of th...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-19 3 2. Remove the key. Rider seat to remove the rider seat 1. Remove the passenger seat. 2. Push the rider seat lock lever, lo- cated under the back of the rider seat, to the right as shown, and then pull the seat off. To install the rider seat 1. Insert the proje...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-20 3 eau14412 storage compartment (fz1-n) this storage compartment is designed to hold an optional genuine yamaha cyclelok. (other locks may not fit.) when placing a cyclelok in the stor- age compartment, securely fasten it with the straps. When the cyclelok is not...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-21 3 to increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in di- rection (a). To decrease the spring pre- load and thereby soften the suspension, turn the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in direction (b). Note: ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-22 3 force and thereby harden the compres- sion damping, turn the adjusting screw in direction (a). To decrease the com- pression damping force and thereby soften the compression damping, turn the adjusting screw in direction (b). Note: be sure to perform this adju...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-23 3 to increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjusting ring in direction (a). To de- crease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension, turn the adjust- ing ring in direction (b). Note: ● align the appropriate notch in t...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-24 3 ● do not subject the shock ab- sorber to an open flame or other high heat sources, otherwise it may explode due to excessive gas pressure. ● do not deform or damage the gas cylinder in any way, as this will result in poor damping per- formance. ● always have a...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-25 3 eau41940 exup system this model is equipped with yamaha’s exup (exhaust ultimate power valve) system. This system boosts engine power by means of a valve that regu- lates the diameter of the exhaust pipe. The exup system valve is constantly adjusted in accorda...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-26 3 eau44890 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 side- stand is u...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-27 3 with the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is turned on. 3. Turn the key on. 4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 5. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? With the engine still runni...

  • Page 42: Pre-Operation Checks

    Pre-operation checks 4-1 4 eau15593 the condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss of tire air p...

  • Page 43: Pre-Operation Checks

    Pre-operation checks 4-2 4 eau15605 pre-operation check list item checks page fuel • check fuel level in fuel tank. • refuel if necessary. • check fuel line for leakage. 3-17 engine oil • check oil level in engine. • if necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. • check vehicle for oil leaka...

  • Page 44: Pre-Operation Checks

    Pre-operation checks 4-3 4 throttle grip • make sure that operation is smooth. • check cable free play. • if necessary, have yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. 6-16, 6-25 control cables • make sure that operation is smooth. • lubricate if necessary. 6-25 drive...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-1 5 eau15950 warning ewa10270 ● become thoroughly familiar with all operating controls and their functions before riding. Consult a yamaha dealer re- garding any control or function that you do not thoroughly un- derstand. ● never start the engine or oper- ate...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-2 5 serve the battery. Do not crank the en- gine more than 10 seconds on any one attempt. Caution: eca16041 ● if the oil level warning light flick- ers or remains on after starting, immediately stop the engine, and then check the engine oil level and the vehic...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-3 5 caution: eca10260 ● even with the transmission in the neutral position, do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off, and do not tow the motorcycle for long dis- tances. The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is running. ...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-4 5 caution: eca10301 after 1000 km (600 mi) of operation, the engine oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge or element re- placed. 1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond the vehicle can now be operated nor- mally. Caution: eca10310 ● keep the engine speed out...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-1 6 eau17240 safety is an obligation of the owner. Pe- riodic inspection, adjustment and lubri- cation will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition pos- sible. The most important points of in- spection, adjustment, and lubrication are expl...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-2 6 eau1770a periodic maintenance and lubrication chart note: ● the annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the uk, a mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead. ● from 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the ma...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-3 6 8 * brake hoses • check for cracks or damage. √ √ √ √ √ • replace. Every 4 years 9 * wheels • check runout and for damage. √ √ √ √ 10 * tires • check tread depth and for dam- age. • replace if necessary. • check air pressure. • correct if necessary. √ √ √ ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-4 6 18 clutch lever pivot shaft • lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √ √ √ √ √ 19 shift pedal pivot shaft • lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √ √ √ √ √ 20 sidestand • check operation. • lubricate. √ √ √ √ √ 21 * sidestand switch • check operatio...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-5 6 eau18680 note: ● 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...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-6 6 • replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged. U2d1e2e0.Book page 6 wednesday, august 22, 2007 3:36 pm.

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-7 6 eau18751 removing and installing the panel the panel shown needs to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time the panel needs to be removed and installed. Eau19281 panel a to remove the pa...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-8 6 eau19652 checking the spark plugs the spark plugs are important engine components, which should be checked periodically, preferably by a yamaha dealer. Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode, they should be removed and checked in...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-9 6 eau19904 engine oil and oil filter car- tridge the engine oil level should be checked 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 lubrication ch...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-10 6 note: an oil filter wrench is available at a yamaha dealer. 6. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the o-ring of the new oil filter car- tridge. Note: make sure that the o-ring is properly seated. 7. Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-11 6 note: be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any parts after the engine and exhaust sys- tem have cooled down. Caution: eca11620 ● in order to prevent clutch slip- page (since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not mix any chemical additives. Do n...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-12 6 3. If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark, remove pan- el a. (see page 6-7.) 4. Remove the reservoir cap, add coolant to the maximum level mark, and then install the reservoir cap. Caution: eca10471 ● if coolant is not available, use distill...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-13 6 the coolant must be changed at the in- tervals specified in the periodic mainte- nance and lubrication chart. Have a yamaha dealer change the coolant. Eau39362 replacing the air filter element the air filter element should be re- placed at the intervals s...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-14 6 ● do not tilt or pull the fuel tank too much, otherwise the fuel hoses may come loose, which could cause fuel leakage. 5. Remove the air filter case cover by removing the screws. Caution: eca12880 when removing the air filter case cover, be careful not to...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-15 6 10. Place the cowling in the original position, and then install the bolts. 11. Install the rider seat. Eau34301 adjusting the engine idling speed the engine idling speed must be checked and, if necessary, adjusted as follows at the intervals specified in...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-16 6 eau21382 checking the throttle cable free play the throttle cable free play should mea- sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the throttle grip. Periodically check the throttle cable free play and, if neces- sary, have a yamaha dealer adjust it. Eau21401 valv...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-17 6 warning ewa11020 because loading has an enormous impact on the handling, braking, performance and safety characteris- tics of your motorcycle, you should keep the following precautions in mind. ● never overload the motorcycle! Operation of an overloaded m...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-18 6 warning ewa10470 ● have a yamaha dealer replace excessively worn tires. Besides being illegal, operating the vehi- cle with excessively worn tires decreases riding stability and can lead to loss of control. ● the replacement of all wheel and brake related...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-19 6 “broken in”. Therefore, it is ad- visable before doing any high- speed riding to ride conserva- tively for approximately 100 km (60 mi) after installing a new tire. ● the tires must be warmed up before a high-speed run. ● always adjust the tire air pres- ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-20 6 note: if the specified free play cannot be ob- tained as described above or if the clutch does not operate correctly, have a yamaha dealer check the internal clutch mechanism. Eau22270 adjusting the rear brake light switch (fz1-n) the rear brake light swi...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-21 6 eau22390 checking the front and rear brake pads the front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals spec- ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Eau36890 front brake pads each front brake pad is provided with wear ind...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-22 6 rear brake (fz1-na) insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the brake system, possibly caus- ing it to become ineffective. Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark and replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid leve...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-23 6 eau22730 changing the brake fluid have a yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at the intervals specified in the note after the periodic mainte- nance and lubrication chart. In addition, have the oil seals of the master cylin- ders and calipers as well as ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-24 6 note: using the alignment marks on each side of the swingarm, make sure that both chain pullers are in the same posi- tion for proper wheel alignment. Caution: eca10570 improper drive chain slack will over- load the engine as well as other vital parts of ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-25 6 caution: eca11110 do not use engine oil or any other lu- bricants for the drive chain, as they may contain substances that could damage the o-rings. Eau23100 checking and lubricating the cables the operation of all control cables and the condition of the ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-26 6 eau44271 checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals the operation of the brake and shift pedals should be checked before each ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary. Eau23142 checking and lubricating the brake and clutch l...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-27 6 eau23201 checking and lubricating the sidestand the operation of the sidestand should be checked before each ride, and the sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary. Warning ewa10730 if the sidestand does not mo...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-28 6 caution: eca10590 if any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly, have a yamaha dealer check or re- pair it. Eau23280 checking the steering worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger. Therefore, the operation of the steering must...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-29 6 eau23290 checking the wheel bearings the front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart. If there is play in the wheel hub or if the wheel does not turn smoothly, have a yamaha ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-30 6 battery tends to discharge more quickly if the vehicle is equipped with optional electrical accessories. To store the battery 1. If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month, remove the battery, fully charge it, and then place it in a cool, dry...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-31 6 fz1-na fz1-n fz1-na if a fuse is blown, replace it as follows. Note: include steps 2 and 6 only for the fuel injection system fuse. 1. Turn the key to “off” and turn off the electrical circuit in question. 1. Main fuse 2. Fuse box 3. Fuel injection system...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-32 6 2. Unhook the battery band, and then remove the battery cover. 3. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage. Caution: eca10640 do not use a fuse of a higher amper- age rating than recommended to avoid causing extensive d...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-33 6 eau34380 replacing the headlight bulb this model is equipped with a quartz bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows. 1. Remove the headlight unit by re- moving the bolts on each side. 2. Disconnect the headlight coupler, and ...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-34 6 5. Install the headlight bulb cover, and then connect the coupler. 6. Install the headlight unit by install- ing the bolts. 7. Have a yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary. Eau24112 replacing the tail/brake light bulb 1. Remove the passenge...

  • Page 83

    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-35 6 eau24310 replacing the license plate light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit by removing the screws. 2. Remove the socket (together with the bulb) by pulling it out. 3. Remove the defective bulb by pull- ing it out. 4. Insert a new bulb into the...

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    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-36 6 3. Remove the socket (together with the bulb) by pulling it out. 4. Remove the defective bulb by pull- ing it out. 5. Insert a new bulb into the socket. 6. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in. 7. Install the auxiliary light couple...

  • Page 85

    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-37 6 a jack either under each side of the frame in front of the rear wheel or under each side of the swingarm. Eau44790 front wheel (fz1-n) warning ewa14840 for the abs model, have a yamaha dealer remove and install the wheel. Eau39391 to remove the front whee...

  • Page 86

    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-38 6 caution: eca11050 do not apply the brake after the brake calipers have been removed, otherwise the brake pads will be forced shut. 5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then remove the wheel. Eau39400 to install the front wheel 1. Lift the wheel up between the ...

  • Page 87

    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-39 6 2. Lift the rear wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 6-36. 3. Remove the axle nut. 4. Loosen the locknut on each side of the swingarm. 5. Turn the drive chain slack adjust- ing bolts fully in direction (a) and push the wheel forward. 6...

  • Page 88

    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-40 6 2. Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket. 3. Install the axle nut, and then lower the rear wheel so that it is on the ground. 4. Adjust the drive chain slack. (see page 6-23.) 5. Tighten the axle nut to the speci- fied torque. Eau25870 troublesho...

  • Page 89

    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-41 6 eau42500 troubleshooting charts starting problems or poor engine performance warning ewa10840 keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system. Check the fuel level in the fuel tank. 1. Fuel there is enough fuel. There i...

  • Page 90

    Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-42 6 engine overheating warning ewat1040 ● do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled. ● place...

  • Page 91: Motorcycle Care and Storage

    Motorcycle care and storage 7-1 7 eau37833 matte color caution caution: eca15192 some models are equipped with matte colored finished parts. Be sure to consult a yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use be- fore cleaning the vehicle. Using a brush, harsh chemical products or cleaning compoun...

  • Page 92: Motorcycle Care And Storage

    Motorcycle care and storage 7-2 7 contact with strong or abrasive cleaning products, solvent or thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re- movers or inhibitors, brake flu- id, antifreeze or electrolyte. ● do not use high-pressure wash- ers or steam-jet cleaners since they cause water seepage and deteriorati...

  • Page 93: Motorcycle Care and Storage

    Motorcycle care and storage 7-3 7 4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro- tection spray on all metal, including chrome- and nickel-plat- ed, surfaces. 5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt. 6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stone...

  • Page 94: Motorcycle Care And Storage

    Motorcycle care and storage 7-4 7 3. Perform the following steps to pro- tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc. From corrosion. A. Remove the spark plug caps and spark plugs. B. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into each spark plug bore. C. Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs, and then ...

  • Page 95: Specifications

    Specifications 8-1 8 dimensions: overall length: 2140 mm (84.3 in) overall width: 770 mm (30.3 in) overall height: 1060 mm (41.7 in) seat height: 815 mm (32.1 in) wheelbase: 1460 mm (57.5 in) ground clearance: 135 mm (5.31 in) minimum turning radius: 3000 mm (118.1 in) weight: with oil and fuel: fz1...

  • Page 96: Specifications

    Specifications 8-2 8 gear ratio: 1st: 38/15 (2.533) 2nd: 33/16 (2.063) 3rd: 37/21 (1.762) 4th: 35/23 (1.522) 5th: 27/20 (1.350) 6th: 29/24 (1.208) chassis: frame type: diamond caster angle: 25.00 ° trail: 109.0 mm (4.29 in) front tire: type: tubeless size: 120/70 zr17m/c (58w) manufacturer/model: mi...

  • Page 97: Specifications

    Specifications 8-3 8 wheel travel: 130.0 mm (5.12 in) electrical system: ignition system: transistorized coil ignition (digital) charging system: ac magneto battery: model: ytz14s voltage, capacity: 12 v, 11.2 ah headlight: bulb type: halogen bulb bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: headlight: 12 v, 6...

  • Page 98: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 9-1 9 eau26351 identification numbers record the key identification number, vehicle identification number and mod- el label information in the spaces pro- vided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehi- cle is stolen. ...

  • Page 99: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 9-2 9 eau26470 model label the model label is affixed to the frame under the rider seat. (see page 3-18.) record the information on this label in the space provided. This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a yamaha dealer. 1. Model label u2d1e2e0.Book page...

  • Page 100: Index

    Index a abs (for abs models) .......................... 3-15 abs warning light (for abs models) ....... 3-7 air filter element, replacing ................... 6-13 anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-12 auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-35 b battery......................

  • Page 101: Index

    Index throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-25 tires...................................................... 6-16 tool kit .................................................... 6-1 troubleshooting .................................... 6-40 troubl...

  • Page 102

    A5-yoko_blank.Fm page 1 tuesday, april 8, 2003 11:43 am.

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    A5-yoko_blank.Fm page 1 tuesday, april 8, 2003 11:43 am.

  • Page 104

    Printed on recycled paper yamaha motor co., ltd. Printed in japan 2007.09-0.3 ×1 cr (e).