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Yamaha YZF-R1 Owner's Manual
Summary of YZF-R1
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5pw-28199-e0 yzf-r1 owner’s manual printed on recycled paper yamaha motor co., ltd. Printed in japan 2001 . 12 - 2.0 × 2 cr (e).
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Page 3: Introduction
Eau03338 introduction welcome to the yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of a yzf-r1, 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 take the ...
Page 4: Important Manual Information
Eau00005 important manual information particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: the safety alert symbol means attention! Become alert! Your safety is involved! Warning failure to follow warning instructions could result in severe injury or death t...
Page 5: Important Manual Information
Important manual information ew000002 warning _ please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle. _ u5pwe0.Book page 2 friday, december 7, 2001 5:14 pm.
Page 6: Important Manual Information
Important manual information eau04229 yzf-r1 owner’s manual ©2001 by yamaha motor co., ltd. 1st edition, november 2001 all rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of yamaha motor co., ltd. Is expressly prohibited. Printed in japan. U5pwe0.Book page 3 friday...
Page 7: Table of Contents
Table of contents 1 give safety the right of way 1 2 description 2 3 instrument and control functions 3 4 pre-operation checks 4 5 operation and important riding points 5 6 periodic maintenance and minor repair 6 7 motorcycle care and storage 7 8 specifications 8 9 consumer information 9 index eau00...
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Page 9: Give Safety The Right of Way
Give safety the right of way 1 give safety the right of way ................................................ 1-1 u5pwe0.Book page 1 friday, december 7, 2001 5:14 pm.
Page 10: Give Safety The Right of Way
1 1-1 eau00021 1- give safety the right of way motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and freedom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle does not ignore the laws of physics. Regular care and mainten...
Page 11: Description
Description 2 left view ............................................................................................. 2-1 right view........................................................................................... 2-2 controls and instruments ..................................................
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2-1 2 eau00026 2- description left view 1. Fuse box (page 6-35) 2. Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-20) 3. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-20) 4. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-19) 5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-26) 6. Th...
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Description 2-2 2 right view 13. Luggage strap holders (page 3-23) 14. Helmet holders (page 3-18) 15. Main fuse (page 6-35) 16. Electronic fuel injection fuse (page 6-35) 17. Battery (page 6-33) 18. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-26) 19. Air filter element (page 6-16) 20. Radiator cap (page 6-13...
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Description 2-3 2 controls and instruments 1. Clutch lever (page 3-13) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-11) 3. Multi-function display (page 3-6) 4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1) 5. Tachometer (page 3-11) 6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-12) 7. Throttle grip (page 6-19) 8. Brake lever (pa...
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3 instrument and control functions main switch/steering lock .....................................3-1 indicator and warning lights ................................3-2 multi-function display ...........................................3-6 tachometer .......................................................
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3-1 3 eau00027 3- instrument and control functions eau00029 main switch/steering lock the main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering. The various positions are described below. Eau00036 on all electrical systems are supplied with power, and...
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Instrument and control functions 3-2 3 eau04492 (parking) the steering is locked, and the taillight, license plate light and auxiliary lights are on, but all other electrical systems are off. The key can be removed. The steering must be locked before the key can be turned to “ ”. Eca00043 caution: _...
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Instrument and control functions 3-3 3 eau04301 oil level warning light “ ” this warning light comes on when the engine oil level is low. The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked according to the fol- lowing procedure. 1. Turn the key to “on”. 2. If the warning light does not come ...
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Instrument and control functions 3-4 3 eau04559 engine speed indicator light the electrical circuit of the indicator light can be checked according to the following procedure. 1. Turn the key to “on”. 2. If the indicator light does not come on for a few seconds, then go off, have a yamaha dealer che...
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Instrument and control functions 3-5 3 cb-25e coolant temperature display conditions what to do 0–39 °c message “lo” is displayed. Ok. Go ahead with riding. 40–116 °c temperature is displayed. Ok. Go ahead with riding. 117–139 °c temperature flashes. Warning light comes on. Stop the motorcycle and a...
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Instrument and control functions 3-6 3 eau04554 multi-function display the multi-function display is equipped with the following: ● a speedometer (which shows the riding speed) ● an odometer (which shows the to- tal distance traveled) ● two tripmeters (which show the distance traveled since they wer...
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Instrument and control functions 3-7 3 to reset a tripmeter, select it by push- ing the “select” button, and then push the “reset” button for at least one second. If you do not reset the fuel reserve tripmeter manually, it will reset itself automatically and the display will return to the prior mode...
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Instrument and control functions 3-8 3 display brightness and engine speed indicator light control mode this mode cycles through five control functions, allowing you to make the fol- lowing settings in the order listed be- low. 1. Display brightness: this function allows you to adjust the brightness...
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Instrument and control functions 3-9 3 to adjust the display brightness 1. Turn the key to “off”. 2. Push and hold the “select” but- ton. 3. Turn the key to “on”, and then, af- ter five seconds, release the “select” button. 4. Push the “reset” button to select the desired display brightness lev- el....
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Instrument and control functions 3-10 3 to set the engine speed indicator light deactivation function note: _ ● the indicator light deactivation function can be set between 7,000 and 12,000 r/min in increments of 500 r/min. ● be sure to set the deactivation function to a higher engine speed than for...
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Instrument and control functions 3-11 3 eau00101 tachometer the electric tachometer allows the rider to monitor the engine speed and keep it within the ideal power range. Ec000003 caution: _ do not operate the engine in the ta- chometer red zone. Red zone: 11,750 r/min and above _ eau00109 anti-thef...
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Instrument and control functions 3-12 3 eau03889 turn signal switch “ / ” to signal a right-hand turn, push this switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand turn, push this switch to “ ”. When released, the switch returns to the cen- ter position. To cancel the turn signal lights, push the switch in after ...
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Instrument and control functions 3-13 3 eau00152 clutch lever the clutch lever is located at the left handlebar grip. To disengage the clutch, pull the lever toward the handle- bar grip. To engage the clutch, release the lever. The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth clutch...
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Instrument and control functions 3-14 3 eau00162 brake pedal the brake pedal is on the right side of the motorcycle. To apply the rear brake, press down on the brake pedal. Eau04068 fuel tank cap to open the fuel tank cap open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in- sert the key into the lock, and then tu...
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Instrument and control functions 3-15 3 eau03753 fuel make sure that there is sufficient fuel in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler tube as shown. Ew000130 warning _ ● do not overfill the fuel tank, oth- erwise it may overflow when the fuel warms up and expands. ● avoid spillin...
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Instrument and control functions 3-16 3 eau02955 fuel tank breather hose before operating the motorcycle: ● check the fuel tank breather hose connection. ● check the fuel tank breather hose for cracks or damage, and replace it if damaged. ● make sure that the end of the fuel tank breather hose is no...
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Instrument and control functions 3-17 3 eau04493 seats rider seat to remove the rider seat pull up the rear corners of the rider seat as shown, remove the bolts, and then pull the seat off. To install the rider seat insert the projection on the front of the rider seat into the seat holder as shown, ...
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Instrument and control functions 3-18 3 to install the passenger seat 1. Insert the projections on the rear of the passenger seat into the seat holder as shown, and then push the front of the seat down to lock it in place. 2. Remove the key. Note: _ make sure that the seats are properly secured befo...
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Instrument and control functions 3-19 3 eau01242 storage compartment the storage compartment is located under the passenger seat. (see page 3-17 for passenger seat removal and installation procedures.) ewa00005 warning _ ● do not exceed the load limit of 3 kg for the storage compart- ment. ● do not ...
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Instrument and control functions 3-20 3 note: _ align the appropriate groove on the ad- justing mechanism with the top of the front fork cap bolt. _ ci-10e rebound damping force to increase the rebound damping force and thereby harden the rebound damping, turn the adjusting screw on each fork leg in...
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Instrument and control functions 3-21 3 ec000015 caution: _ never attempt to turn an adjusting mechanism beyond the maximum or minimum settings. _ note: _ although the total number of clicks of a damping force adjusting mechanism may not exactly match the above spec- ifications due to small differen...
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Instrument and control functions 3-22 3 ci-10e rebound damping force to increase the rebound damping force and thereby harden the rebound damping, turn the adjusting screw in di- rection a. To decrease the rebound damping force and thereby soften the rebound damping, turn the adjusting screw in dire...
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Instrument and control functions 3-23 3 note: _ although the total number of clicks of a damping force adjusting mechanism may not exactly match the above spec- ifications due to small differences in production, the actual number of clicks always represents the entire adjusting range. To obtain a pr...
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Instrument and control functions 3-24 3 eau01571 exup system this motorcycle is equipped with yamaha’s exup (exhaust ultimate power valve) system. This system boosts engine power by means of a valve that regulates the diameter of the exhaust pipe. The exup system valve is constantly adjusted in acco...
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Instrument and control functions 3-25 3 eau03720 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 3-26 3 cd-01e with the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”. 3. Turn the key to “on”. 4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 5. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? The neutral sw...
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Page 43: Pre-Operation Checks
Pre-operation checks 4 pre-operation check list ..................................................................... 4-1 u5pwe0.Book page 1 friday, december 7, 2001 5:14 pm.
Page 44: Pre-Operation Checks
4-1 4 eau01114 4- pre-operation checks 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 ai...
Page 45: Pre-Operation Checks
Pre-operation checks 4-2 4 note: _ pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved. _ ewa00033 warning _ if any item in the pre-operation check list...
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Operation and important riding points 5 starting a cold engine ....................................................................... 5-1 shifting .............................................................................................. 5-2 recommended shift points (for switzerland only) ........
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5-1 5 eau00372 5- operation and important riding points eau00373 warning _ ● 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...
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Operation and important riding points 5-2 5 note: _ if the engine fails to start, release the start switch, wait a few seconds, and then try again. Each starting attempt should be as short as possible to pre- serve the battery. Do not crank the en- gine more than 10 seconds on any one attempt. _ eca...
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Operation and important riding points 5-3 5 eau02937 recommended shift points (for switzerland only) the recommended shift points during acceleration are shown in the table be- low. Cf-02e note: _ when shifting down two gears at a time, reduce the speed accordingly (e.G., down to 35 km/h when shifti...
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Operation and important riding points 5-4 5 eau03172* 0–1,000 km avoid prolonged operation above 6,000 r/min. 1,000–1,600 km avoid prolonged operation above 7,000 r/min. Ec000052* caution: _ after 1,000 km of operation, the en- gine oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced. _ 1,600 ...
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6 periodic maintenance and minor repair owner’s tool kit ....................................................6-1 periodic maintenance and lubrication chart .........6-2 removing and installing cowlings and panels .....6-5 checking the spark plugs ....................................6-8 engine oil an...
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6-1 6 eau00462 6- periodic maintenance and minor repair eau00464 safety is an obligation of the owner. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lu- brication will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition pos- sible. The most important points of in- spection, adjustment, and lubricatio...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-2 6 eau03685 periodic maintenance and lubrication chart note: _ ● the annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed instead. ● from 50,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10,000 km. ● items ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-3 6 10 * tires • check tread depth and for damage. • replace if necessary. • check air pressure. • correct if necessary. √ √ √ √ √ 11 * wheel bearings • check bearing for looseness or damage. √ √ √ √ 12 * swingarm • check operation and for excessive play. √ √ ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-4 6 eau04522 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 ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-5 6 eau01139 removing and installing cowlings and panels the cowlings and panels shown above 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 inst...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-6 6 2. Remove the bolts and screw, and then loosen the quick fastener screws 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 3. Slide the cowling backward at the area shown. 4. Disconnect the turn signal light lead coupler. 5. Remove the screws, and then take the cowling off. To i...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-7 6 eau04555 cowling b to remove the cowling remove the bolts, loosen the quick fas- tener screws 1/4 turn counterclock- wise, and then take the cowling off. To install the cowling place the cowling in the original posi- tion, and then tighten the quick fasten...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-8 6 eau01880 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 clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface, and then wipe off any grime from the spark plug threads. Note: _ if a torque wrench is not available when installing a spark plug, a good estimate of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn past...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-10 6 to change the engine oil (with or without oil filter cartridge replace- ment) 1. Remove cowling b. (see page 6-7 for cowling removal and installa- tion procedures.) 2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. 3. Place an oil...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-11 6 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, and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench. 8. Insta...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-12 6 10. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, immediately turn the engine off and check for the cause. Note: _ after the engine is started, the engine oil level warning light should go...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-13 6 ec000080 caution: _ ● if coolant is not available, use distilled water or soft tap water instead. Do not use hard water or salt water since it is harmful to the engine. ● if water has been used instead of coolant, replace it with cool- ant as soon as poss...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-14 6 5. Remove the clutch cable holder from the coolant reservoir as shown. 6. Remove the coolant reservoir by removing the bolts, and then turn the coolant reservoir upside down to empty it. 7. Install the coolant reservoir by in- stalling the bolts, and then...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-15 6 13. Pour the specified amount of rec- ommended coolant into the radia- tor and reservoir. Ec000080 caution: _ ● if coolant is not available, use distilled water or soft tap water instead. Do not use hard water or salt water since it is harmful to the engi...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-16 6 eau04572* replacing the air filter element the air filter element should be re- placed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Replace the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in un- usually wet or dus...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-17 6 6. Pull the air filter element out. 7. Insert a new air filter element into the air filter case. Ec000082* caution: _ ● make sure that the air filter ele- ment is properly seated in the air filter case. ● the engine should never be op- erated without the ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-18 6 ewa00067 warning _ ● before installing the fuel tank, make sure that the fuel hoses are not damaged. If any fuel hose is damaged, do not start the engine but have a yamaha dealer replace the hose, other- wise fuel may leak. ● make sure that the fuel hoses...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-19 6 eau00635 adjusting the throttle cable free play the throttle cable free play should measure 3–5 mm at the throttle grip. Periodically check the throttle cable free play and, if necessary, have a yamaha dealer adjust it. Eau00637 adjusting the valve cleara...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-20 6 ce-01e ce-07e ewa00012 warning _ 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...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-21 6 ew000079 warning _ ● have a yamaha dealer replace excessively worn tires. Besides being illegal, operating the motorcycle with excessively worn tires decreases riding sta- bility and can lead to loss of control. ● the replacement of all wheel and brake re...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-22 6 ce-10e ce-14e eau00684 warning _ this motorcycle is fitted with super- high-speed tires. Note the following points in order to make the most ef- ficient use of these tires. ● use only the specified replace- ment tires. Other tires may run the danger of bu...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-23 6 eau01356 adjusting the clutch lever free play the clutch lever free play should mea- sure 10–15 mm as shown. Periodically check the clutch lever free play and, if necessary, adjust it as follows. To increase the clutch lever free play, turn the adjusting ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-24 6 eau01357 adjusting the brake pedal position the top of the brake pedal should be positioned approximately 38–42 mm below the bottom of the footrest brack- et as shown. Periodically check the brake pedal position and, if necessary, have a yamaha dealer adj...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-25 6 eau00721 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. Eau00725 front brake pads each front brake pad is provided with a wear i...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-26 6 2. Install the brake caliper bolt, and then tighten it to the specified torque. Eau03294 checking the brake fluid level insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the brake system, possibly caus- ing it to become ineffective. Before riding, check tha...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-27 6 ● be careful that water does not en- ter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock. ● brake fluid may deteriorate paint- ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al- ways clea...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-28 6 2. Shift the transmission into the neu- tral position. 3. Move the rear wheel by pushing the motorcycle to locate the tight- est portion of the drive chain, and then measure the drive chain slack as shown. 4. If the drive chain slack is incorrect, adjust ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-29 6 eau03006 lubricating the drive chain the drive chain must be cleaned and lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear out, especially when riding in dusty or wet areas. Service t...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-30 6 eau04034 checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable the operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride. In addi- tion, the cable should be lubricated or replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart. Ea...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-31 6 eau03163 lubricating the brake pedal the operation of the brake pedal should be checked before each ride, and the pedal pivot should be lubricat- ed if necessary. Eau03165 checking and lubricating the sidestand the operation of the sidestand should be che...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-32 6 to check the operation 1. Place the motorcycle on a level surface and hold it in an upright position. 2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle- bars several times to check if the front fork compresses and re- bounds smoothly. Ec0000...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-33 6 eau01144 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 6-34 6 ● keep this and all batter- ies out of the reach of children. _ to store the battery 1. If the motorcycle will not be used for more than one month, remove the battery, fully charge it, and then place it in a cool, dry place. 2. If the battery will be stor...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-35 6 eau04548 replacing the fuses the main fuse and the electronic fuel injection fuse are located under the rid- er seat. (see page 3-17 for rider seat removal and installation procedures.) the fuse box, which contains the fuses for the individual circuits, i...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-36 6 eau04503 replacing a headlight bulb this motorcycle is equipped with quartz bulb headlights. If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows. 1. Disconnect the headlight coupler, and then remove the bulb cover. 2. Unhook the headlight bulb holder, an...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-37 6 ec000104 caution: _ take care not to damage the follow- ing parts: ● headlight bulb do not touch the glass part of the headlight bulb to keep it free from oil, otherwise the transpar- ency of the glass, the luminosi- ty of the bulb, and the bulb life will...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-38 6 eca00065 caution: _ do not overtighten the screw, other- wise the lens may break. _ eau04517 replacing the license plate light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light as- sembly by removing the screws. 2. Remove the socket (together with the bulb) by pulli...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-39 6 eau01579 supporting the motorcycle since this model is not equipped with a centerstand, follow these precautions when removing the front and rear wheel or performing other mainte- nance requiring the motorcycle to stand upright. Check that the motor- cycl...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-40 6 2. Lift the front wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 6-39. 3. Remove the brake hose holder on each side by removing the bolt and nut. 4. Remove the brake caliper on each side by removing the bolts. 5. Remove the axle bolt, pull the wh...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-41 6 eau04661 to install the front wheel 1. Lift the wheel up between the fork legs. 2. Insert the wheel axle. 3. Lower the front wheel so that it is on the ground. 4. Install the brake calipers by install- ing the bolts, and then tightening them to the specif...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-42 6 eau04533 rear wheel to remove the rear wheel ew000122 warning _ ● it is advisable to have a yamaha dealer service the wheel. ● securely support the motor- cycle so that there is no danger of it falling over. _ 1. Loosen the axle nut and the brake caliper ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-43 6 7. While supporting the brake caliper bracket, pull the wheel axle out. 8. Remove the wheel. Eca00119 caution: _ do not apply the brake after the wheel has been removed together with the brake disc, otherwise the brake caliper pistons will be forced out. ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-44 6 eau03087 troubleshooting although yamaha motorcycles receive a thorough inspection before shipment from the factory, trouble may occur dur- ing operation. Any problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition systems, for example, can cause poor starting and ...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-45 6 eau02990 troubleshooting charts starting problems or poor engine performance ew000125 warning _ keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system. _ ct-1ae check the fuel level in the fuel tank. 1. Fuel there is enough fu...
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Periodic maintenance and minor repair 6-46 6 engine overheating ew000070 warning _ ● 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. ● aft...
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Page 101: Motorcycle Care and Storage
Motorcycle care and storage 7 care .................................................................................................. 7-1 storage .............................................................................................. 7-4 u5pwe0.Book page 1 friday, december 7, 2001 5:14 pm.
Page 102: Motorcycle Care and Storage
7-1 7 eau04525 7- motorcycle care and storage care while the open design of a motorcycle reveals the attractiveness of the tech- nology, it also makes it more vulnera- ble. Rust and corrosion can develop even if high-quality components are used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- noticed on a car, howe...
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Motorcycle care and storage 7-2 7 ● do not use any harsh chemical products on plastic parts or the muffler. Be sure to avoid using cloths or sponges which have been in contact with strong or abrasive cleaning products, sol- vent or thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust removers or inhibitors, brake fluid, ...
Page 104: Motorcycle Care and Storage
Motorcycle care and storage 7-3 7 cleaning the titanium muffler this model is equipped with a titanium muffler, which requires the following special care. ● use only a soft, clean cloth or sponge with mild detergent and water to clean the titanium muffler. However, if the muffler cannot be thoroughl...
Page 105: Motorcycle Care and Storage
Motorcycle care and storage 7-4 7 eca00013 caution: _ ● apply spray oil and wax spar- ingly and make sure to wipe off any excess. ● never apply oil or wax to any rubber and plastic parts, but treat them with a suitable care product. ● avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away t...
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Motorcycle care and storage 7-5 7 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 place the spark plugs on the cylinder head so that the electrodes are ground- ed. (this will l...
Page 107: Specifications
Specifications 8 specifications .................................................................................... 8-1 conversion table ............................................................................... 8-5 u5pwe0.Book page 1 friday, december 7, 2001 5:14 pm.
Page 108: Specifications
8-1 8 eau01038 8- specifications specifications cs-01e model yzf-r1 dimensions overall length 2,040 mm overall width 705 mm overall height 1,105 mm seat height 820 mm wheelbase 1,395 mm ground clearance 140 mm minimum turning radius 3,900 mm basic weight (with oil and full fuel tank) 193 kg engine e...
Page 109: Specifications
Specifications 8-2 8 cooling system capacity (total amount) 2.45 l air filter oil-coated paper element fuel type premium unleaded gasoline only fuel tank capacity 17 l amount remaining when the fuel level warning light comes on 3.3 l electronic fuel injection model inp-731/4 manufacturer nippon inje...
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Specifications 8-3 8 maximum load* 202 kg tire air pressure (measured on cold tires) up to 90 kg* front 250 kpa (2.50 kgf/cm 2 , 2.50 bar) rear 250 kpa (2.50 kgf/cm 2 , 2.50 bar) 90 kg–maximum* front 250 kpa (2.50 kgf/cm 2 , 2.50 bar) rear 290 kpa (2.90 kgf/cm 2 , 2.90 bar) high-speed riding front 2...
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Specifications 8-4 8 battery model gt12b-4 voltage, capacity 12 v, 10 ah headlight type quartz bulb (halogen) bulb voltage, wattage × quantity headlight 12 v, 60/55 w × 2 tail/brake light l.E.D. Turn signal light 12 v, 10 w × 4 auxiliary light 12 v, 5 w × 2 license plate light 12 v, 5 w × 1 meter li...
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Specifications 8-5 8 eau04513 conversion table cs-04e all specification data in this manual are listed in si and metric units. Use this table to convert metric unit values to imperial unit values. Example: metric value conversion factor imperial value 2 mm × 0.03937 = 0.08 in conversion table metric...
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Consumer information 9 identification numbers ....................................................................... 9-1 key identification number .................................................................. 9-1 vehicle identification number ......................................................
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9-1 9 eau01039 9- consumer information eau02944 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...
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Consumer information 9-2 9 eau04490 model label the model label is affixed to the frame under the passenger seat. (see page 3-17 for passenger seat removal and installation procedures.) record the in- formation on this label in the space pro- vided. This information will be needed when ordering spar...
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Index a air filter element, replacing.....................6-16 anti-theft alarm ......................................3-11 b battery ...................................................6-33 brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ......................6-30 brake fluid, changing ...............
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Index s safety information.................................... 1-1 seats ..................................................... 3-17 passenger seat ................................ 3-17 rider seat ........................................ 3-17 shifting ....................................................
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5pw-28199-e0 yzf-r1 owner’s manual printed on recycled paper yamaha motor co., ltd. Printed in japan 2001 . 12 - 2.0 × 2 cr (e).