00 Yamaha R1 Service Book

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OWNER’S MANUAL
YZF-R1
YZF-R1M
2CR-28199-E00
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YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

1450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan
DECLARATION of CONFORMITY
We
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
Type-designation: 5SL-00
is in compliance with following norm(s) or documents:

R&TTE Directive(1999/5/EC)
EN300 330-2 v1.3.1(2006-01), EN300 330-2 v1.5.1(2010-02)
EN60950-1:2006/A11:2009
Two or Three-Wheel Motor Vehicles Directive(97/24/EC: Chapter 8, EMC)
Place of issue: Shizuoka, Japan
Date of issue: 1 Aug. 2002
Revision record
No. Contents Date
1 To change contact person and integrate type-designation. 9 Jun. 2005
2 Version up the norm of EN60950 to EN60950-1 27 Feb. 2006
3 To change company name 1 Mar. 2007
version up of the following norm:
4 • EN300 330-2 v1.1.1 to EN300 330-2 v1.3.1 and EN300 330-2 v1.5.1 8 Jul. 2010
• EN60950-1:2001 to EN60950-1:2006/A11:2009
General manager of quality assurance div.

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YAMAHA MOTER CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, 438-8501, Japan
DECLARATION of CONFORMITY
For
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,
438-8501 Japan Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands
Standard used for comply

R&TTE Directive EN 60950-1: 2006 + Amd.11: 2009 + Amd.1: 2010 +
(Article 3.1(a) Safety) Amd.12: 2011
EN 62311: 2008
EN 62479: 2010
R&TTE Directive EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2: 2011
(Article 3.1(b) EMC) EN 301 489-3 V1.6.1: 2013
EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1: 2012
R&TTE Directive EN 300 328 V1.8.1: 2012
(Article 3.2 Spectrum) EN 300 440-1 V1.6.1: 2010
EN 300 440-2 V1.4.1: 2010
Means of Conformity
We declare under our sole responsibility that the Product(s) is conformity with the
essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the
Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive
(1999/5/EC).
Date of issue: September 22, 2014
Signature of Responsible Person:

Hideki Fujiwara
General Manager
Advanced Development Division
Engine Development Section

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INTRODUCTION
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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.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your YZF-R1/YZF-R1M. The Owner’s
Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard
yourself and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this
manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
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WARNING
Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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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.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
WARNING death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
NOTICE vehicle or other property.
TIP A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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YZF-R1/YZF-R1M
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2014 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, December 2014
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ................... 1-1 CCU (for equipped models) .......... 4-37 Removing and installing cowlings
Document storage......................... 4-38 and panels.................................... 7-8
DESCRIPTION ................................... 2-1 Rear view mirrors .......................... 4-39 Checking the spark plugs .............. 7-11
Left view .......................................... 2-1 Adjusting the front fork .................. 4-39 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge..... 7-12
Right view ........................................ 2-2 Adjusting the shock absorber Coolant .......................................... 7-14
Controls and instruments................. 2-3 assembly.................................... 4-41 Air filter element............................. 7-17
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............................................. 7-18
YRC functions visual guide.............. 3-4 Valve clearance ............................. 7-18
FOR YOUR SAFETY – Tires............................................... 7-18
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 5-1 Cast magnesium wheels................ 7-21
FUNCTIONS ....................................... 4-1 Adjusting the clutch lever free
Immobilizer system.......................... 4-1 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT play............................................. 7-22
Main switch/steering lock................. 4-2 RIDING POINTS................................. 6-1 Checking the brake lever free
Handlebar switches ......................... 4-3 Starting the engine .......................... 6-1 play............................................. 7-22
Indicator lights and warning lights ... 4-6 Shifting ............................................ 6-2 Brake light switches ....................... 7-23
Display............................................. 4-8 Tips for reducing fuel Checking the front and rear brake
MENU screen ................................ 4-14 consumption ................................ 6-4 pads............................................ 7-23
Clutch lever.................................... 4-29 Engine break-in ............................... 6-4 Checking the brake fluid level........ 7-24
Shift pedal...................................... 4-30 Parking ............................................ 6-5 Changing the brake fluid................ 7-25
Brake lever .................................... 4-30 Drive chain slack............................ 7-25
Brake pedal ................................... 4-31 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND Cleaning and lubricating the drive
Brake system................................. 4-31 ADJUSTMENT ................................... 7-1 chain........................................... 7-27
Fuel tank cap ................................. 4-33 Owner’s tool kit................................ 7-2 Checking and lubricating the
Fuel................................................ 4-33 Periodic maintenance chart for the cables ......................................... 7-27
Fuel tank breather hose and emission control system .............. 7-3 Checking and lubricating the
overflow hose ............................. 4-35 General maintenance and throttle grip and cable................. 7-28
Catalytic converter......................... 4-35 lubrication chart ........................... 7-4 Checking and lubricating the
Seats ............................................. 4-36 brake and shift pedals ................ 7-28

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 ........................................... 7-31
Replacing the fuses ....................... 7-33
Vehicle lights ................................. 7-35
Supporting the motorcycle............. 7-36
Troubleshooting............................. 7-36
Troubleshooting charts .................. 7-37
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND

STORAGE .......................................... 8-1
Matte color caution .......................... 8-1
Care................................................. 8-1
Storage............................................ 8-4
SPECIFICATIONS.............................. 9-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION........... 10-1

Identification numbers ................... 10-1
INDEX ............................................... 11-1

SAFETY INFORMATION
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Take a training course. Beginners • Use extra caution when you are
1 should receive training from a cer- approaching and passing
tified instructor. Contact an autho- through intersections, since in-
2 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 places for motorcycle accidents
sible for the safe and proper operation you. to occur.
3
of your motorcycle. • Ride where other motorists can
Motorcycles are single-track vehicles. Safe Riding see you. Avoid riding in another
4 Their safe use and operation are de- Perform the pre-operation checks each motorist’s blind spot.
pendent upon the use of proper riding time you use the vehicle to make sure it • Never maintain a motorcycle
5 techniques as well as the expertise of is in safe operating condition. Failure to without proper knowledge. Con-
the operator. Every operator should inspect or maintain the vehicle properly tact an authorized motorcycle
know the following requirements before increases the possibility of an accident dealer to inform you on basic
6 riding this motorcycle. or equipment damage. See page 5-1 motorcycle maintenance. Cer-
He or she should: for a list of pre-operation checks. tain maintenance can only be
7  Obtain thorough instructions from  This motorcycle is designed to car- carried out by certified staff.
a competent source on all aspects ry the operator and a passenger.  Many accidents involve inexperi-
8 of motorcycle operation.  The failure of motorists to detect enced operators. In fact, many op-
 Observe the warnings and mainte- and recognize motorcycles in traf- erators who have been involved in
nance requirements in this Own- fic is the predominating cause of accidents do not even have a cur-
9 er’s Manual. automobile/motorcycle accidents. rent motorcycle license.
 Obtain qualified training in safe Many accidents have been caused • Make sure that you are qualified
10 and proper riding techniques. by an automobile driver who did and that you only lend your mo-
 Obtain professional technical ser- not see the motorcycle. Making torcycle to other qualified opera-
11 vice as indicated in this Owner’s yourself conspicuous appears to tors.
Manual and/or when made neces- be very effective in reducing the • Know your skills and limits.
sary by mechanical conditions. chance of this type of accident. Staying within your limits may
12  Never operate a motorcycle with- Therefore: help you to avoid an accident.
out proper training or instruction. • Wear a brightly colored jacket. • We recommend that you prac-
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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. 1
have become thoroughly famil- Never carry a passenger unless  Always wear protective clothing
iar with the motorcycle and all of he or she can firmly place both that covers your legs, ankles, and 2
its controls. feet on the passenger footrests. feet. The engine or exhaust sys-
 Many accidents have been caused  Never ride under the influence of tem become very hot during or af- 3
by error of the motorcycle opera- alcohol or other drugs. ter operation and can cause burns.
tor. A typical error made by the op-  This motorcycle is designed for  A passenger should also observe
erator is veering wide on a turn on-road use only. It is not suitable the above precautions. 4
due to excessive speed or under- for off-road use.
cornering (insufficient lean angle Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning 5
for the speed). Protective Apparel All engine exhaust contains carbon
• Always obey the speed limit and The majority of fatalities from motorcy- monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car-
6
never travel faster than warrant- cle accidents are the result of head in- bon monoxide can cause headaches,
ed by road and traffic conditions. juries. The use of a safety helmet is the dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu-
• Always signal before turning or single most critical factor in the preven- sion, and eventually death. 7
changing lanes. Make sure that tion or reduction of head injuries. Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odor-
other motorists can see you.  Always wear an approved helmet. less, tasteless gas which may be pres- 8
 The posture of the operator and  Wear a face shield or goggles. ent even if you do not see or smell any
passenger is important for proper Wind in your unprotected eyes engine exhaust. Deadly levels of car-
9
control. could contribute to an impairment bon monoxide can collect rapidly and
• The operator should keep both of vision that could delay seeing a you can quickly be overcome and un-
hands on the handlebar and hazard. able to save yourself. Also, deadly lev- 10
both feet on the operator foot-  The use of a jacket, heavy boots, els of carbon monoxide can linger for
rests during operation to main- trousers, gloves, etc., is effective in hours or days in enclosed or poorly 11
tain control of the motorcycle. preventing or reducing abrasions ventilated areas. If you experience any
• The passenger should always or lacerations. symptoms of carbon monoxide poison-
hold onto the operator, the seat  Never wear loose-fitting clothes, ing, leave the area immediately, get 12
strap or grab bar, if equipped, otherwise they could catch on the fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREAT-
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SAFETY INFORMATION
MENT. The total weight of the operator, pas- justable models only), and
1  Do not run engine indoors. Even if senger, accessories and cargo must check the condition and pres-
you try to ventilate engine exhaust not exceed the maximum load limit. sure of your tires.
2 with fans or open windows and Operation of an overloaded vehicle • Never attach any large or heavy
doors, carbon monoxide can rap- could cause an accident. items to the handlebar, front
3 idly reach dangerous levels. fork, or front fender. These
 Do not run engine in poorly venti- Maximum load: items, including such cargo as
188 kg (414 lb)
lated or partially enclosed areas sleeping bags, duffel bags, or
4 such as barns, garages, or car- tents, can create unstable han-
When loading within this weight limit,
ports. keep the following in mind: dling or a slow steering re-
5  Do not run engine outdoors where  Cargo and accessory weight sponse.
engine exhaust can be drawn into should be kept as low and close to  This vehicle is not designed to
a building through openings such the motorcycle as possible. Se- pull a trailer or to be attached to
6
as windows and doors. curely pack your heaviest items as a sidecar.
close to the center of the vehicle as
7 Loading Genuine Yamaha Accessories
possible and make sure to distrib-
Adding accessories or cargo to your ute the weight as evenly as possi- Choosing accessories for your vehicle
8 motorcycle can adversely affect stabili- ble on both sides of the motorcycle is an important decision. Genuine
ty and handling if the weight distribution to minimize imbalance or instabili- Yamaha accessories, which are avail-
of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid ty. able only from a Yamaha dealer, have
9
the possibility of an accident, use ex-  Shifting weights can create a sud- been designed, tested, and approved
treme caution when adding cargo or den imbalance. Make sure that ac- by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
10 accessories to your motorcycle. Use Many companies with no connection to
cessories and cargo are securely
extra care when riding a motorcycle attached to the motorcycle before Yamaha manufacture parts and acces-
11 that has added cargo or accessories. riding. Check accessory mounts sories or offer other modifications for
Here, along with the information about and cargo restraints frequently. Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a
accessories below, are some general • Properly adjust the suspension position to test the products that these
12 guidelines to follow if loading cargo to aftermarket companies produce.
for your load (suspension-ad-
your motorcycle: Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
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SAFETY INFORMATION
dorse nor recommend the use of ac- using it to make sure that it does dom of movement of the opera-
cessories not sold by Yamaha or not in any way reduce ground tor and may limit control ability, 1
modifications not specifically recom- clearance or cornering clearance, therefore, such accessories are
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and limit suspension travel, steering not recommended. 2
installed by a Yamaha dealer. travel or control operation, or ob-  Use caution when adding electri-
scure lights or reflectors. cal accessories. If electrical acces- 3
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, • Accessories fitted to the handle- sories exceed the capacity of the
and Modifications bar or the front fork area can motorcycle’s electrical system, an
While you may find aftermarket prod- create instability due to improper electric failure could result, which 4
ucts similar in design and quality to weight distribution or aerody- could cause a dangerous loss of
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog- namic changes. If accessories lights or engine power. 5
nize that some aftermarket accessories are added to the handlebar or
or modifications are not suitable be- front fork area, they must be as Aftermarket Tires and Rims
6
cause of potential safety hazards to you lightweight as possible and The tires and rims that came with your
or others. Installing aftermarket prod- should be kept to a minimum. motorcycle were designed to match the
ucts or having other modifications per- • Bulky or large accessories may performance capabilities and to provide 7
formed to your vehicle that change any seriously affect the stability of the best combination of handling, brak-
of the vehicle’s design or operation the motorcycle due to aerody- ing, and comfort. Other tires, rims, siz- 8
characteristics can put you and others namic effects. Wind may at- es, and combinations may not be
at greater risk of serious injury or death. tempt to lift the motorcycle, or appropriate. Refer to page 7-18 for tire
9
You are responsible for injuries related the motorcycle may become un- specifications and more information on
to changes in the vehicle. stable in cross winds. These ac- replacing your tires.
Keep the following guidelines in mind, cessories may also cause 10
as well as those provided under “Load- instability when passing or being Transporting the Motorcycle
ing” when mounting accessories. passed by large vehicles. Be sure to observe following instruc- 11
 Never install accessories or carry • Certain accessories can dis- tions before transporting the motorcy-
cargo that would impair the perfor- place the operator from his or cle in another vehicle.
mance of your motorcycle. Care- her normal riding position. This  Remove all loose items from the
12
fully inspect the accessory before improper position limits the free- motorcycle.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
 Check that the fuel cock (if
1 equipped) is in the “OFF” position
and that there are no fuel leaks.
2  Point the front wheel straight
ahead on the trailer or in the truck
3 bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
vent movement.
 Shift the transmission in gear (for
4 models with a manual transmis-
sion).
5  Secure the motorcycle with
tie-downs or suitable straps that
are attached to solid parts of the
6
motorcycle, such as the frame or
upper front fork triple clamp (and
7 not, for example, to rubber-mount-
ed handlebars or turn signals, or
8 parts that could break). Choose
the location for the straps carefully
so the straps will not rub against
9
painted surfaces during transport.
 The suspension should be com-
10 pressed somewhat by the
tie-downs, if possible, so that the
11 motorcycle will not bounce exces-
sively during transport.
12
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DESCRIPTION
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Left view 1
1 2 3 4 5,6
2
11 10 9 8 7 9
1. Fuse box (page 7-33) 9. Shift pedal (page 4-30)

2. ERS coupler (YZF-R1M) (page 4-39) 10.Engine oil level check window (page 7-12) 10
3. Spring preload adjusting bolt (YZF-R1M) (page 4-39) 11.Engine oil filter cartridge (page 7-12)
4. Fuel tank cap (page 4-33) 11
5. Battery (page 7-31)
6. Main fuse (page 7-33)
12
7. Drive chain puller (page 7-25)
8. Spring preload adjusting ring (page 4-41)
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DESCRIPTION
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1 Right view
1 2 3
2
9 8,9,10 7 6 5 4
1. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 7-24) 9. Slow compression damping force adjusting screw (page 4-41)
10 2. Document storage space (page 4-38) 10.Rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 4-41)
3. Radiator cap (page 7-14)
11 4. Engine oil filler cap (page 7-12)
5. Coolant drain bolt (page 7-15)
6. Brake pedal (page 4-31)
12
7. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 7-24)
8. Fast compression damping force adjusting bolt (page 4-41)
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments 1
2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7,8,9 10 11 12
3
1. Clutch lever (page 4-29) 9. Compression damping force adjusting bolt (YZF-R1) (page 4-39)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 4-3) 10.Right handlebar switches (page 4-3) 10
3. ERS coupler (YZF-R1M) (page 4-39) 11.Throttle grip (page 7-18)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 4-2) 12.Brake lever (page 4-30) 11
5. Instrument panel (page 4-6, 4-8)
6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 7-24)
12
7. Spring preload adjusting nut (YZF-R1) (page 4-39)
8. Rebound damping force adjusting bolt (YZF-R1) (page 4-39)
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of traction due to excessive speed
1 YRC (Yamaha Ride Control) when entering turns, when acceler- 2
Yamaha Ride Control is a system that ating hard at a sharp lean angle, or 3
1
2 incorporates numerous sensors and while braking, and it cannot prevent 4
controls to support an improved riding front wheel slipping or lift (“wheel- 5
experience. The vehicle senses and ies”). As with any motorcycle, al-
3
can react to forces along the longitudal ways ride within in your limits, be
(front-to-back), lateral (left-to-right), aware of surrounding conditions,
4 and vertical (up-and-down) axes. Lean and ride appropriately for those con-
angle and G-force accelerations are 6
ditions. Become thoroughly familiar
5 also detected. This information is pro- with the way the motorcycle handles 1. PWR 1
cessed multiple times a second and the with various YRC settings before at- 2. PWR 2
related physical systems are automati- tempting more advanced maneu- 3. PWR 3
6 cally adjusted as necessary. The func- 4. PWR 4
vers.
tions listed below represent individual 5. Throttle valve opening
7 YRC items which can be turned on/off 6. Throttle grip operation
or adjusted to suit various riders and PWR
riding conditions. For setting details see The power delivery mode system con- TCS
8 sists of four different control maps
“MENU” on page 4-14. The traction control system helps main-
EWA18220 which regulate throttle valve opening in tain traction when accelerating. If sen-
9 WARNING relation to the degree of throttle grip op- sors detect that the rear wheel is
eration, thus providing you with a selec- starting to slip (uncontrolled spinning),
The Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) sys-
tion of modes to fit your preferences the traction control system assists by
10 tem is not a substitute for the use of
and the riding environment. regulating engine power as needed un-
proper riding techniques or the ex-
pertise of the operator. This system til traction is restored. The traction con-
11
cannot prevent loss of control trol system indicator/warning light
caused by rider errors such as trav- flashes to let the rider know that traction
12 eling faster than warranted by road control has engaged.
and traffic conditions, including loss This traction control system automati-
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cally adjusts according to the vehicle’s EWA15432 ECA16801
lean angle. To maximize acceleration, WARNING NOTICE 1

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 2
When cornering, a greater amount of for the conditions. Traction control tires will prevent the traction control
traction control is applied. cannot prevent loss of traction due system from controlling tire rotation 3
to excessive speed when entering accurately.
turns, when accelerating hard at a
sharp lean angle, or while braking, 4
SCS
and cannot prevent front wheel slip-
The slide control system regulates en-
ping. As with any motorcycle, ap- 5
gine power output when a sideward
TCS proach surfaces that may be
slide is detected in the rear wheel. It ad-
slippery with caution and avoid es- 6
justs power output based on data from
pecially slippery surfaces.
the IMU. This system supports the TCS
When the key is turned to “ON”, the to contribute to a smoother ride. 7
traction control system automatically
TIP
turns on. The traction control system LCS
 The traction control system may 8
can be turned on or off manually only The launch control system helps the
engage when the vehicle travels
when the key is in the “ON” position and rider achieve smooth and swift
over a bump.
the motorcycle is stopped. launches from the starting grid. It 9
 You may notice slight changes in
keeps engine speed from rising above
engine and exhaust sounds when TIP
10,000 r/min even when the throttle 10
the traction control or other YRC Turn the traction control system off to
grip is fully turned. The LCS regulates
systems engage. help free the rear wheel if the motorcy-
engine power output in conjunction
 When TCS is turned off, SCS, cle gets stuck in mud, sand, or other 11
with the TCS and LIF systems for op-
LCS, and LIF are also turned off soft surfaces.
timal traction and reduced wheel lift.
automatically.
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LIF EAU66311
1 NOTICE The lift control system reduces the rate Glossary

Even when using LCS, the clutch le- at which the front wheel will continue to ABS - Anti-lock Brake System
2 ver must be released gradually to rise during extreme acceleration, such ABS ECU - Anti-lock Brake System
avoid clutch damage. as during starts or out-of-corner exits. Electronic Control Unit
When front-wheel lift is detected, en- CCU - Communication Control Unit
3
TIP gine power is regulated to slow ECU - Engine Control Unit
LCS is intended for track use only. front-wheel lift while still providing good ERS - Electronic Racing Suspension
4 acceleration. GPS - Global Positioning System
IMU - Inertial Measurement Unit
QSS LCS - Launch Control System
5 ERS (YZF-R1M)
The quick shift system allows for LIF - Lift Control System
The Electronic Racing Suspension by
full-throttle, clutch lever-less, electroni- PWR - Power delivery mode
Öhlins features electrically-controlled
6 cally-assisted upshifts. When the QSS - Quick Shift System
suspension damping. The system is
switch positioned on the shift lever rod SC - Stability Control
controlled by the SCU which makes in-
7 detects motion in the shift lever, engine SCS - Slide Control System
dependent adjustments of both the
power output is adjusted and drive SCU - Suspension Control Unit
front and rear suspension’s compres-
torque is momentarily cancelled out to TCS - Traction Control System
8 sion stroke and rebound stroke damp-
allow for the gear change to occur. UBS - Unified Brake System
ing forces. There are two modes,
TIP automatic and manual. Automatic YRC - Yamaha Ride Control
9
 QSS operates when traveling at mode is an active suspension control
least 20 km/h with an engine system which actively adjusts suspen-
10 speed of 2000 r/min or higher and sion damping forces based on running
only when accelerating. conditions. Manual mode is a finely-tu-
11  QSS does not operate when the neable traditional suspension set-up.
clutch lever is pulled.
12
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SPECIAL FEATURES
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YRC functions visual guide 1
10
1. Start 6. Straightaway 11
2. Acceleration
3. Braking
4. Apex
12
5. Exit
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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light (See page 4-7.) place.
1 Immobilizer system The key with the red bow is used to reg-  Do not submerse any key in wa-
ister codes in each standard key. Since ter.
2 re-registering is a difficult process, take  Do not expose any key to exces-
the vehicle along with all three keys to sively high temperatures.
3 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. It should only be used limited to, products such as
4 for re-registering the standard keys. Al- speakers, etc.).
ways use a standard key for driving.  Do not place items that transmit
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electrical signals close to any
NOTICE key.
1. Code re-registering key (red bow)
 DO NOT LOSE THE CODE  Do not place heavy items on any
6 2. Standard keys (black bow)
RE-REGISTERING KEY! CON- key.
This vehicle is equipped with an immo- TACT YOUR DEALER IMMEDI-  Do not grind any key or alter its
7 bilizer system to help prevent theft by ATELY IF IT IS LOST! If the code shape.
re-registering codes in the standard re-registering key is lost, regis-  Do not disassemble the plastic
8 keys. This system consists of the fol- tering new codes in the stan- part of any key.
lowing: dard keys is impossible. The  Do not put two keys of any im-
 a code re-registering key (with a standard keys can still be used mobilizer system on the same
9
red bow) to start the vehicle, however if key ring.
 two standard keys (with a black code re-registering is required  Keep the standard keys as well
10 bow) that can be re-registered with (i.e., if a new standard key is as keys of other immobilizer
new codes made or all keys are lost) the en- systems away from this vehi-
11  a transponder (which is installed in tire immobilizer system must be cle’s code re-registering key.
the code re-registering key) replaced. Therefore, it is highly  Keep other immobilizer system
 an immobilizer unit recommended to use either keys away from the main switch
12 as they may cause signal inter-
 an ECU standard key and keep the code
 an immobilizer system indicator re-registering key in a safe
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ference. EAU10474
cense plate light and auxiliary lights
Main switch/steering lock come on, and the engine can be start- 1
ON ed. The key cannot be removed.

OFF 2
TIP
The headlights come on automatically
when the engine is started and stay on 3
until the key is turned to “OFF”, even if
the engine stalls. 4
LOCK
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5
OFF
The main switch/steering lock controls All electrical systems are off. The key
the ignition and lighting systems, and is can be removed. 6
used to lock the steering. The various EWA10062
positions are described below. WARNING 7

TIP Never turn the key to “OFF” or
Be sure to use the standard key (black “LOCK” while the vehicle is moving. 8
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To Otherwise the electrical systems will
minimize the risk of losing the code be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. 9
re-registering key (red bow), keep it in a
safe place and only use it for code
re-registering. EAU10685 10
LOCK
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The steering is locked, and all electrical 11
ON systems are off. The key can be re-
All electrical circuits are supplied with moved.
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power, the meter lighting, taillight, li-
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To lock the steering To unlock the steering EAU66050
1 Handlebar switches
1 2 1 2
Left
2
1 2
5
1. Push. 1. Push.
2. Turn. 2. Turn.
5 4 3
6
1. Pass/LAP switch “ /LAP”
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to Push the key in, and then turn it to
2. Dimmer switch “ / ”
the left. “OFF” while still pushing it.
7 3. Hazard switch “ ”
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
4. Horn switch “ ”
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK” EAU65680
(Parking) 5. Turn signal switch “ / ”

8 while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key. The hazard lights can be turned on, but
all other electrical systems are off. The
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key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
10 key can be turned to “ ”.
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NOTICE
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Using the hazard lights for an ex-
tended length of time may cause the
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battery to discharge.
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6-1 for starting instructions prior to
Pass/LAP switch “ /LAP” starting the engine. 1
2
Press this switch to flash the headlights Set this switch to “ ” to stop the engine
3 and to mark the start of each lap when in case of an emergency, such as when 2
using the lap timer. the vehicle overturns or when the throt-
4 tle cable is stuck.
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1 Dimmer switch “ / ” EAU67360
Set this switch to “ ” for the high 4
beam and to “ ” for the low beam. The engine trouble and system warning
1. Mode switch “MODE” EAU66040
light and ABS warning light may come 5
2. Up button Turn signal switch “ / ” on when the key is turned to “ON” and
3. Center button To signal a right-hand turn, push this the start switch is pushed, but this does
4. Down button not indicate a malfunction. 6
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
Right turn, push this switch to “ ”. When re- EAU66010
leased, the switch returns to the center 7
Hazard switch “ ”
1 position. To cancel the turn signal With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi-
lights, push the switch in after it has re- tion, use this switch to turn on the haz- 8
turned to the center position. ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all
2
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turn signal lights). 9
Horn switch “ ” The hazard lights are used in case of
Press this switch to sound the horn. an emergency or to warn other drivers
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when your vehicle is stopped where it
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Stop/Run/Start switch “ / / ” ECA10062 11
1. Stop/Run/Start switch “ / / ”
To crank the engine with the starter, set NOTICE
2. Wheel switch “ ”
this switch to “ ”, and then push the Do not use the hazard lights for an 12
switch down towards “ ”. See page extended length of time with the en-
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gine not running, otherwise the bat- button, then push and hold the up scroll up/left or increase a setting value.
1 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
2 EAU66111 back on, use the down button. setting value.
Mode switch “MODE”  When TCS has been turned off, Short push - briefly press the switch in-
3 Use the mode switch to change YRC the SCS, LCS, and LIF systems ward to make and confirm selections.
modes or edit the PWR, TCS, and SCS are also turned off for all YRC Long push - press the switch inward
settings from the main screen. This modes. for one second to reset an information
4 switch has three buttons.  See “YRC Setting” on page 4-15 display item or to access and exit the
Up button - push this button to change for more information on how to MENU screen.
5 the selected YRC setting upward. customize YRC modes and adjust
TIP
Center button - push this button to YRC item setting levels.
 See page 4-8 for more information
6 scroll left to right among the MODE,
on the main screen and its func-
PWR, TCS, and SCS items. EAU66100
tions.
Down button - push this button to Wheel switch “ ”
7  See page 4-14 for more informa-
change the selected YRC setting When the main screen is set to tion on the MENU screen and how
downward. STREET MODE, use the wheel switch to make setting changes.
8 to scroll and reset the information dis-
TIP
play items.
 The center button is also used to
9 When the main screen is set to TRACK
activate the launch control system.
MODE, use the wheel switch to scroll
When the LCS icon is grey, push
and reset the information display items
10 and hold the center button. The
and to activate the lap timer.
LCS icon will flash and turn white
When the display has been changed to
when the system has been activat-
11 the MENU screen, use the wheel
ed.
switch to navigate the setting modules
 The traction control system can
12 and make setting changes.
only be turned off from the main
Operate the wheel switch as follows.
screen. Select TCS with the center
Rotate up - rotate the wheel upward to
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Indicator lights and warning Neutral indicator light “ ” ABS warning light “ ” ABS 1
lights This indicator light comes on when the In normal operation, the ABS warning
transmission is in the neutral position. light comes on when the key is turned 2
5 6 to “ON”, and goes off after traveling at a
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speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or higher.
High beam indicator light “ ” If the warning light does not work as de- 3
4
This indicator light comes on when the scribed above, or if the warning light
7 high beam of the headlight is switched comes on while riding, the ABS and 4
3 8 on. UBS may not work correctly. Have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle as 5
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Fuel level warning light “ ” soon as possible. (See “Brake system”

1 10 9
This warning light comes on when the on page 4-31 for an explanation of ABS
1. Neutral indicator light “ ” and UBS.) 6
fuel level drops below approximately EWA16041
2. Immobilizer system indicator light “ ” 3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal). When
3. High beam indicator light “ ” WARNING 7
this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
4. Stability control indicator light “SC” The electrical circuit of the warning light If the ABS warning light does not go
5. Turn signal indicator light “ ” can be checked by turning the key to off after traveling at a speed of 10
8
6. Shift timing indicator light “ON”. The warning light should come km/h (6 mi/h) or higher, or if the
7. Fuel level warning light “ ”
on for a few seconds and then go off. warning light comes on or flashes
8. ABS warning light “ ABS ” while riding, the brake system re- 9
9. Engine trouble and system warning light TIP verts to conventional braking. If ei-
10.Oil pressure and coolant temperature If the warning light does not come on at ther of the above occurs, or if the 10
warning light all, remains on after refueling, or if the warning light does not come on at
warning light flashes repeatedly, have all, use extra caution to avoid possi-
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a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 11
Turn signal indicator light “ ” ble wheel lock during emergency
This indicator light flashes when a turn braking. Have a Yamaha dealer
check the brake system and electri- 12
signal light is flashing.
cal circuits as soon as possible.
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The electrical circuit of the indicator EAU65991
1 Shift timing indicator light light can be checked by turning the key Oil pressure and coolant tempera-
This indicator light can be set to come to ON. The indicator light should come ture warning light
2 on and go off at the desired engine on for a few seconds, and then go off. If This warning light comes on if the en-
speeds and is used to inform the rider the indicator light does not operate as gine oil pressure is low or if the coolant
when it is time to shift to the next higher described above, have a Yamaha deal- temperature is high. If this occurs, stop
3 gear. the engine immediately.
er check the vehicle.
The electrical circuit of the indicator If a problem is detected in the immobi- The electrical circuit of the warning light
4 light can be checked by turning the key lizer system, the immobilizer system in- can be checked by turning the key to
to ON. The indicator light should come dicator light will flash and the display “ON”. The warning light should come
5 on for a few seconds, and then go off. will indicate an error code. (See “Error on again after going off briefly, and then
If the indicator light does not come on mode” on page 4-13.) remain on until the engine is started. If
initially when the key is turned to ON, or the warning light does not come on ini-
6 if the indicator light remains on, have a EAU65980 tially when the key is turned to “ON”,
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir- Stability control indicator light “SC” have a Yamaha dealer check the elec-
7 cuit. (See page 4-23 for a detailed ex- This indicator light comes on when the trical circuit.
planation of the function of this indicator TCS, SCS, or LIF systems have en- ECA22441
light and on how to set it.) gaged. It will also come on if the TCS is NOTICE
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set to “OFF” or if the TCS system be- If the oil pressure and coolant warn-
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comes disabled while riding. ing light does not go off after start-
9 Immobilizer system indicator light The electrical circuit of the light can be ing the engine or if it comes on while
“ ” checked by turning the key to “ON”. the engine is running, stop the vehi-
When the key is turned to “OFF” and 30 The light should come on for a few sec- cle and engine immediately.
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seconds have passed, the indicator onds and then go off. If the light does  If the engine is overheating, the
light will start flashing indicating the im- not come on initially when the key is coolant temperature warning
11 mobilizer system is enabled. After 24 turned to “ON”, or if the light remains icon will come on. Let the en-
hours have passed, the indicator light on, have a Yamaha dealer check the gine cool. Check the coolant
12 will stop flashing, however the immobi- vehicle. level (see page 7-38).
lizer system is still enabled.  If the engine oil pressure is low,
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the oil pressure warning icon EAU66323
TIP
will come on. Check the oil level Display 1
This model uses a thin-film-transistor
(see page 7-12). The display has two different main
liquid-crystal display (TFT LCD) for
 If the warning light remains on screen display modes, STREET 2
good contrast and readability in various
after letting the engine cool and MODE and TRACK MODE. Most of the
lighting conditions. However, due to the
confirming the proper oil level, functions are viewable in either mode,
nature of this technology, it is normal 3
have a Yamaha dealer check the but the layout differs slightly. The fol-
for a small number of pixels to be inac-
vehicle. Do not continue to op- lowing items can be found on the dis-
tive. 4
erate the vehicle! play.
 Speedometer
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 Tachometer 5
Engine trouble and system warning  Information display
light  Transmission gear display
 Front brake pressure indicator
6
If a problem is detected in any of the cir-
cuits monitoring the engine or YRC sys-  Acceleration indicator
tems, this warning light will come on  YRC setting display MODE/PWR/ 7
and the display will switch to error TCS/SCS
mode. (See page 4-13.)  YRC setting display LCS/QS/LIF 8
The electrical circuit of the warning light  ERS indicator (ERS-equipped
can be checked by turning the key to models)
 GPS indicator (CCU-equipped 9
ON. The light should come on briefly
and then go off. If the indicator does not models)
come on or remains on, have a  Clock 10
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.  Revolution peak hold indicator
 Lap timer
11
 Oil pressure warning icon
 Coolant temperature warning icon
 Error mode “Err” 12
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STREET MODE TRACK MODE Tachometer
1 The tachometer shows the engine
1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 34 5 6
speed, as measured by the rotational
LCS QS LIF A-1 GPS 12:00 LCS QS LIF
LC A-1 12:00
2 velocity of the crankshaft, in revolutions
× 1000 r/min
7 × 1000 r/min
8 per minute (r/min). When the vehicle is

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first powered on, the tachometer will
3
12 34 12
4
12
ODO
TRIP-2
MODE-A
12345 km
1234.5 km
PWR 1
N
1 2
TCS 1
km/h
SCS 1
9
10
9
LAP
123
09
MODE-A
km/h
PWR 1
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TCS 1
km
N
SCS 1
7 sweep across the r/min range and then
return to zero.
TIP
11 10 8  In TRACK MODE, the tachometer
5
1. YRC items LCS/QS/LIF 1. YRC items LCS/QS/LIF starts at 8000 r/min.
2. ERS indicator (YZF-R1M) 2. ERS indicator (YZF-R1M)  In STREET MODE, the tachome-
6 3. Speedometer 3. Lap timer ter can be color-adjusted and has
4. GPS indicator (CCU-equipped models) 4. Coolant temperature warning “ ” a revolution peak hold indicator
7 5. Logging indicator (CCU-equipped models) 5. Oil pressure warning “ ” which can be turned on or off.
6. Clock 6. Clock ECA10032
7. Revolution peak hold indicator 7. Transmission gear display NOTICE

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8. Front brake pressure indicator 8. Information display
Do not operate the engine in the ta-
9. Acceleration indicator 9. YRC items MODE/PWR/TCS/SCS
9 chometer red zone.
10.Transmission gear display 10.Speedometer
Red zone: 14000 r/min and above
11.YRC items MODE/PWR/TCS/SCS 11.Tachometer
10 12.Information display
13.Tachometer Speedometer Information display
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s This section of the main screen is used
11 traveling speed. For certain markets, to show additional riding related infor-
the display can be switched between ki- mation such as air and coolant temper-
12 lometers and miles. (See “Unit” on ature readings, tripmeters, and fuel
page 4-22.) consumption statistics. The information
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display items can be set into four ly reset. Acceleration indicator
groups via the MENU screen. This shows the vehicle’s forward accel- 1
The information display items are: To reset information display items eration and deceleration forces.
A.TEMP: air temperature 1. Use the wheel switch to scroll 2
C.TEMP: coolant temperature through the display items until the Revolution peak hold indicator
TRIP-1: tripmeter 1 item you want to reset appears. This small bar momentarily appears 3
TRIP-2: tripmeter 2 2. Short push the wheel switch and within the tachometer to mark the most
F-TRIP: fuel tripmeter the item will flash for five seconds. recent peak r/min speed of the engine.
ODO: odometer (For STREET MODE, if both items 4
FUEL CON: the amount of fuel con- are resettable items, the top item YRC items MODE/PWR/TCS/SCS
sumed will flash first. Scroll down to select The current MODE (YRC mode) and its 5
FUEL AVG: average fuel consumption the bottom item.) related PWR, TCS and SCS settings
CRNT FUEL: current fuel consumption 3. While the item is flashing, press are shown here.
6
and hold the wheel switch for one The individual settings for YRC items
TIP
second. PWR, TCS, SCS, LCS, QSS and LIF
 F-TRIP appears automatically 7
can be organized into four groups and
when the fuel tank reserve level
Transmission gear display set independently for each group.
has been reached and begins re-
This shows which gear the transmis- These groups of settings are the YRC 8
cording distance travelled from
sion is in. This model has 6 gears and a modes MODE-A, MODE-B, MODE-C,
that point.
neutral position. The neutral position is and MODE-D. Use the mode switch to
 After refueling and travelling some 9
indicated by the neutral indicator light change YRC modes or make YRC item
distance, F-TRIP will automatically
“ ” and by the transmission gear dis- setting changes from the main screen.
disappear. 10
play “ ”.
 In TRACK MODE, information dis- TIP
play items FASTEST (fastest lap The YRC modes come preset from the
Front brake pressure indicator 11
time) and AVERAGE (average lap factory for different riding conditions.
This shows how much braking power is
time) are also available. When using the factory presets, the
being applied to the front brakes.
suggested YRC modes are as follows. 12
TRIP-1, TRIP-2, F-TRIP, FUEL CON,
 MODE-A is suitable for track rid-
and FUEL AVE items can be individual-
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ing.  To turn off the traction control sys-
1  MODE-B is a softer track-riding tem select TCS with the center
2
setting. button, then push and hold the up
2  MODE-C is suitable for street rid- 3 button until TCS OFF is displayed.
ing. To turn TCS back on, select TCS
 MODE-D is suitable for touring or
4 OFF and then press the down but-
3
rainy weather. 1 ton (TCS will return to its previous
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setting).
4  Turning off the traction control sys-
WARNING
tem will turn off the SCS, LCS, and
Stop the vehicle before making any 1. Mode switch “MODE”
5 LIF systems for all YRC modes.
setting changes. Changing settings 2. Up button
while riding can distract the opera- 3. Center button
6 tor and increase the risk of an acci- 4. Down button YRC items LCS/QS/LIF
dent. The on/off status of YRC items LCS,
2. Use the mode switch up button or QSS, and LIF is shown here. When any
7
down button to change the select- of these systems are registered (not set
To change YRC modes or make setting ed item value (vertical scrolling is to OFF) for the currently selected YRC
8 changes not possible). mode, its respective icon will appear.
1. Push the mode switch center but-
TIP When LCS is registered for the current-
ton to scroll left to right and high-
9  When the vehicle is in motion, ly selected YRC mode, its icon will be
light the item you want to adjust.
YRC items MODE, TCS, and SCS grey. To activate the launch control
10 cannot be adjusted. system, press and hold the center but-
 When the throttle grip is being ton until the LCS icon stops flashing
turned PWR cannot be adjusted. and turns white.
11
 When YRC items MODE/PWR/ TIP
TCS/SCS cannot be adjusted, the LCS, QSS, and LIF system setting lev-
12 respective YRC item box changes els can only be adjusted from the
to white.
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MENU screen. is being recorded via the logging func- To use the lap timer
tion. 1. Short push the wheel switch. The 1
information display item will flash
ERS indicator “ ” (YZF-R1M)
Lap timer for five seconds. 2
This icon shows the current ERS mode.
This stopwatch function measures and 2. While the information display item
(See “YRC Setting” on page 4-15 and
records up to forty laps. On the main is flashing, rotate the wheel switch 3
“ERS” on page 4-18 to change the reg-
screen, the lap timer shows the current upward. The lap timer will flash for
istered ERS mode or adjust ERS set-
lap time and lap number (indicated by five seconds.
ting levels.) 4
the LAP mark). Use the PASSING/LAP 3. While the lap timer is flashing, long
TIP switch to mark lap times. When a lap is push the wheel switch to activate
The ERS indicator will flash should the completed, the lap timer will show the the lap timer or stop the lap timer. 5
SCU need to be reset, but this does not latest lap time (marked by the LATEST 4. When the lap timer has been acti-
indicate a malfunction. indicator) for five seconds. vated, press the PASSING/LAP
6
 The suspension will remain fixed 1 switch to start the lap timer.
at its most recent settings until the
QS LIF A-2 GPS 12:00 TIP 7
SCU is reset. 1000 r/min
 Set the information display to
×
 To reset the SCU, stop the vehicle 2

GEAR FASTEST or AVERAGE for addi-
and turn the key to “OFF” then LATEST
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03 06 40
N
tional lap time information.
“ON”. 4 LAP 03
AVERAGE  Accessing the MENU screen will
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km
automatically stop the lap timer. 9
MODE-A PWR 1 TCS 3 SCS 2
GPS indicator “ GPS ” (CCU-equipped  Whenever the lap timer is stopped,
models) 3 the current lap will not be record- 10
This icon comes on when a GPS unit is 1. Lap time ed.
synched with your vehicle. 2. Latest lap time indicator “LATEST”  The lap time record can be viewed
and reset from the MENU screen. 11
3. Information display item
Logging indicator “ ” 4. Lap number
(CCU-equipped models) 12
Oil pressure warning “ ”
This icon comes on when vehicle data
This icon, along with the oil pressure
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and coolant warning light, comes on gine if it is overheating. SCU trouble warning “ ”
1 when the engine oil pressure is low. (YZF-R1M)
When the key is first turned to ON, en- The SCU trouble warning icon appears
Error mode “Err”
2 gine oil pressure has yet to build, so this if a problem is detected by the suspen-
icon will come on and stay on until the sion control unit and an SCU error code
3 engine has been started. will be shown. Note the number and
ECA21210 12 3 4 5 have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
NOTICE cle.
4 If the warning light comes on when 90 90 E rr
the engine is running, stop the en- × 1000 r/min Engine trouble warning “ ”
5 gine immediately and check oil level. The engine trouble warning icon ap-
If the oil level is below the minimum pears if a problem is detected by the
level, add sufficient oil of the recom- engine control unit and an ECU error
6
mended type to raise it up to the cor- 1. SCU trouble warning “ ” code will be shown. Note the number
rect level. If the oil pressure warning 2. SCU error code and have a Yamaha dealer check the
7 light remains on even if the oil level 3. Engine trouble warning “ ” vehicle.
is correct, immediately turn the en- 4. ECU error code
TIP
8 gine off and have a Yamaha dealer 5. Error mode warning “Err”
If the display indicates error code 52, or
check the vehicle.
When an error is detected, the top por- if you have trouble starting the engine
9 tion of the main screen will switch to er- with a standard key, this could be
Coolant temperature warning “ ” ror mode. The following error-related caused by transponder interference. If
10 This icon comes on if the coolant tem- warning icons and error codes will then this occurs, try the following.
perature reaches 117 C (242 F) or be viewable. 1. Make sure there are no other im-
higher. Stop the vehicle and turn off the  SCU trouble warning icon
11 mobilizer keys, or other devices
engine. Allow the engine to cool.  SCU error code
ECA10022 which transmit electrical signals,
 Engine trouble warning icon
NOTICE close to the main switch.
12  ECU error code
2. Use the code re-registering key to
Do not continue to operate the en-
start the engine.
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3. If the engine starts, turn it off, and EAU67631
View and reset three
try starting the engine with the MENU screen Maintenance maintenance item 1
intervals.
standard keys.
Set fuel consumption and
4. If one or both of the standard keys Unit 2
distance units.
do not start the engine, take the Wallpaper Set background colors.
vehicle, the code re-registering Turn the shift indicator on/ 3
key and both standard keys to a Shift Indicator off and adjust tachometer
settings.
Yamaha dealer and have the stan-
Set the multi-function 4
dard keys re-registered. Display Setting
display window items.
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Brightness Adjust screen brightness.
NOTICE Clock Adjust the clock. 5
If the display indicates an error All Reset
Return all settings to
The MENU screen contains the follow- factory default settings.
code, the vehicle should be checked 6
ing setting modules. Select a module to
as soon as possible in order to avoid
make related setting changes. Al- MENU access and operation
engine damage.
though some settings can be changed The following wheel switch operations 7
or reset via the main screen, the MENU are common operations for accessing,
screen offers access to all display and selecting, and moving within the MENU
control settings. 8
screen and its modules.
Display Description Long push - press and hold the wheel
Switch the main screen switch for one second to access the 9
Display Mode display between street and
track modes.
MENU screen or exit MENU entirely.
Adjust YRC settings (all Select - rotate the wheel switch up or 10
YRC Setting models) and ERS settings down to highlight the desired module or
(YZF-R1M). setting item and then short push the
Lap Time View and reset lap times. wheel switch (briefly press the wheel 11
Turn vehicle information
Logging logging function on/off
switch inward) to confirm the selection.
(CCU-equipped models). Triangle mark - certain setting screens 12
have an upward pointing triangle mark
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item. Select the triangle mark to exit the four YRC modes MODE-A,
1 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-
2 MENU entirely). tus as applicable) of YRC items PWR,
TCS, SCS, LCS, QSS, and LIF. For
TIP
3 YZF-R1M, you can select the ERS
Should vehicle motion be detected, the
mode to be associated with each YRC
screen will automatically exit MENU
mode, and also adjust the setting levels
4 and change to the main screen.
of the ERS modes.
3. Select STREET MODE or TRACK TIP

5 “Display Mode”
MODE (or select the triangle mark  TCS has 9 setting levels and ERS
There are two main screen display
to exit). has 6 modes.
6 modes, STREET MODE and TRACK
 Whenever there are more selec-
MODE.
tions (setting levels or modes)
7 available than can be shown on
To set the main screen display mode
the screen at one time, a scroll bar
1. Long push the wheel switch to en-
will appear to notify you that addi-
8 ter the MENU screen.
tional selections are available by
scrolling.
9
PWR
10 Select PWR-1 for the most aggressive
4. Long push the wheel switch to exit
the MENU screen or use the wheel throttle response, PWR-2 and PWR-3
11 switch to select another module. for smoother throttle grip/engine re-
sponse, and use PWR-4 for rainy days
“YRC Setting” or whenever less engine power is desir-
12
This module allows you to customize able.
2. Select “Display Mode”.
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TIP amount of system intervention, and set-
2 ting level 3 provides the greatest 1
 TCS can only be turned on or off
1 3 via the main screen using the amount of system intervention.
4 mode switch. 2
5  When TCS has been turned off,
1 3
TCS, SCS, LCS, and LIF will be 2 3
set to OFF and cannot be adjust- 1
ed. When TCS is turned on again, SCS 4
6 these related-traction control func-
tions will return to their previous
1. PWR 1 5
setting levels. 2
2. PWR 2
3. PWR 3
4. PWR 4 9 1. System intervention
6
8
7
5. Throttle valve opening 1 6
5
2. Sideward slide
4
6. Throttle grip operation
2
3 7
1
LCS
TCS
TCS
LCS can be set to 1, 2, or OFF. Setting 8
This model uses a variable traction level 2 more strongly controls power
control system. For each setting level, engine output, while setting level 1 ap-
the further the vehicle is leaned over, 2 plies less system intervention. OFF dis- 9
the greater the amount of traction con- ables the LCS function from the
trol (system intervention) is applied. 1. System intervention selected YRC mode (the LCS icon will 10
There are 9 setting levels available. 2. Lean angle not appear and the launch control func-
Setting level 1 applies the least amount tion cannot be activated).
11
of overall system intervention, while SCS When LCS has been set to level 1 or 2
setting level 9 applies the greatest SCS can be set to OFF, 1, 2, and 3. for the selected YRC mode, the LCS in-
amount of overall traction control. OFF turns the slide control system off, dicator on the main screen will appear 12
setting level 1 provides the least in a grey color to indicate that LCS is
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available. When the launch control sys- turns LIF off and LCS will be disabled 2. The “YRC Setting” screen is dis-
1 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” is highlighted. Short push
2 indicator will turn white. the wheel switch to enter the box
1 3 and then select the YRC mode; A,
TIP 2
3 1 B, C, D, that you want to adjust.
LCS works in conjunction with the LIF
system. LCS cannot be used if LIF is LIF km/h YRC Setting 12:00
4 turned off. A 1 1 1 1 1 1 A-1

B 2 2 2 2 2 2 A-2
5 QSS 2 C 3 3 3 OFF OFF 3 A-3

D 4 4 OFF OFF M-1
QSS can be set to 1, 2, or OFF. Setting 5 M-2
level 1 gives the fastest shifts, while 1. System intervention
6 2. Wheel lift
YRC PWR TCS SCS LCS QSS LIF ESC
ERS
setting level 2 gives slightly smoother

shifts. OFF turns the system off entire- 1 2 3 4 5
7 ly, and the clutch lever must then be To customize a YRC mode or adjust a
used when making upshifts. YRC item 1. Triangle mark
8 1. From the MENU screen, select 2. YRC mode box

TIP “YRC Setting”. 3. YRC item
Turning the QSS on or off does not af- 4. ERS mode (YZF-R1M)
9 fect any other systems nor is QSS af- 5. To ERS menu (YZF-R1M)
fected by the settings of any other
system. 3. Select the YRC item; PWR, TCS,
10 SCS, LCS, QSS, LIF, or ERS
(YZF-R1M) that you want to ad-
11 LIF just.
LIF can be set to 1, 2, 3, or OFF. Setting
level 3 most strongly reduces wheel lift,
12
and setting level 1 provides the least
amount of system intervention. OFF
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mark to fine tune the ERS mode To adjust the ERS mode settings
4 settings. 1
km/h YRC Setting 12:00
km/h YRC Setting 12 : 00
3 A 1 1 1 1 1 1 A-1
B 2 2 2 2 2 2 A-2 ERS (YZF-R1M) A 1 1 1 1 1 1 A-1 2
C 3 3 3 OFF OFF 3 A-3 There are three automatic setting B 2 2 2 2 2 2 A-2
2 D 4 4 OFF OFF M-1 modes; A-1, A-2, and A-3. A-3 is fixed C 3 3 3 OFF OFF 3 A-3
3
D 4 4 M-1
5 M-2 and cannot be adjusted. A-1 and A-2 OFF OFF
5 M-2
YRC PWR TCS SCS LCS QSS LIF ESC
ERS
can be adjusted to within a -5 to +5 off-
set of their factory preset settings.
YRC PWR TCS SCS LCS QSS LIF ERS 4
1
There are three manual setting modes; 1
1. YRC item M-1, M-2, and M-3. When a manual 5
2. Current level setting mode is selected, the SCU does not ac- 1. To ERS menu
3. YRC mode tively adjust the suspension compres-
4. Factory preset level
1. Select the “ ” mark located to the 6
sion and rebound damping forces. right of ERS.
Manual mode suspension settings are 2. The display will change to the front
TIP 7
adjustable to 32 levels. and rear suspension setting
 When a YRC item is selected, the
current setting level is indicated by TIP screen and the ERS mode selec-
 A-1 and M-1 are preset for track tion box “SETTING” is highlighted. 8
a blue-framed square and the fac-
tory preset level is indicated in a use with racing slick tires. Short push the wheel switch to en-
grey box.  A-2 and M-2 are preset for track ter the box and select the ERS 9
 Factory preset levels vary depend- use with street tires. mode A-1, A-2, M-1, M-2, M-3 that
ing on the selected YRC mode.  A-3 and M-3 are preset for street you want to adjust.
10
use with street tires.
4. To customize other YRC modes or
 Spring preload is manually adjust-
adjust individual YRC items, re- 11
ed. (See pages 4-39 and 4-41.)
peat from step 2. When finished,
select the triangle mark on the far
12
left to return to the MENU screen;
or for YZF-R1M, select the “ ”
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 For A-1 and A-2, a number indicat-
1 8
ed in ( ) means how many levels km/h YRC Setting 12:00
km/h YRC Setting 12:00
are changed from its factory preset A-2 (+ 0 ) 16 (+ 1 ) 16 (+ 2 ) 13 (+ 3 ) 27
2 A-2 (+ 0 ) 16 (+ 0 ) 25 (+ 0 ) 13 (- 5 ) 22 7 level. A-3

A-3
6  When a suspension setting item in M-1
M-1
A-1 or A-2 is offset, the same sus- M-2 3
3 M-2 M-3
M-3 pension item will be similarly offset SETTING Fr COM Fr REB Rr COM Rr REB
SETTING Fr COM Fr REB Rr COM Rr REB in the other automatic mode (offset
4 values for the same item are auto-
1 2 3 4 5 1 2
matically linked).
5 1. ERS mode selection box “SETTING”  M-1, M-2, M-3 are not linked and 1. To YRC Setting menu
2. Front compression damping force can be independently set. 2. Factory preset level
3. Front rebound damping force 3. Current level setting
6 4. Rear compression damping force 4. To adjust other ERS mode sus-
5. Rear rebound damping force pension settings, repeat from step “Lap Time”
7 6. Factory preset level 2. When finished, select the “ ” This module allows you to view and de-
7. Current level setting mark located on the left to return to lete the lap time record. The fastest lap
8. Offset level the main “YRC Setting” menu. and the average lap time stored in the
8
3. Select the suspension item, Fr lap time record are displayed at the top
COM, Fr REB, Rr COM, Rr REB, of the screen. Use the wheel switch to
9 scroll and see all lap times. The top
that you want to adjust.
three fastest laps will be highlighted in
10 TIP silver. Up to 40 laps can be stored in
 To decrease the damping force memory. If more than 40 laps are re-
and soften the suspension, in- corded, the oldest laps (starting from
11
crease the setting level. lap 1) will be overwritten.
 To increase the damping force and This module has two options.
12 harden the suspension, decrease “Display” allows you to view the lap
the setting level. time record.
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“Reset” allows you to delete the lap To reset the lap time record data
time record data. 1. When “Lap Time” is selected, both 1
km/h Lap Time GPS
GP 12 : 00
“Display” and “Reset” are dis- Reset ?
played. 2
NO
3
YES
“Logging” (for CCU-equipped mod- 5

els)
Use the wheel switch to select “Display”
Vehicle and riding information can be 6
and view the lap record.
recorded (logged) and this data can be
2. Select “Reset”.
accessed with a smart device (see
7
“CCU” on page 4-37).
1
2 To start and stop logging 8
3 1. From the MENU screen, select
“Logging”. 9
10
1. Fastest lap
2. Average lap time 3. Select YES to delete all lap time 11
3. Lap time record data. (Select NO to exit and return
to the previous screen without re- 12
setting the lap record.)
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1 GPS GPS
5 TIP 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
6
ging” module cannot be selected. changes (use the OIL item), and for two
2. Select START to start logging. other items of your choice (use INTER-
7
VAL 1 and INTERVAL 2).
1
8 GPS To reset a maintenance item
1. From the MENU screen, select
9 “Maintenance”.
3. Long push the wheel switch to re-
set the item.
10
11
1. Logging indicator
12 3. To stop the “Logging” function, se-
lect STOP or turn the vehicle off.
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km/h 1
km/h Maintenance GPS 12 : 00
OIL 000000 km
2
INTERVAL 1 123456 km
INTERVAL 2 123456 km
3
TIP 2. “km or mile” and “km/L or L/ 4. Select the units you want to use. 5
Maintenance item names cannot be 100km” are displayed.
changed.
6
“Unit” 7
This module allows you to set the fuel
consumption units, and for certain mar-
kets, the display can be switched be- 8
tween kilometers and miles.
When using kilometers, the fuel con- 9
sumption units can be changed be- 5. Select the triangle symbol to exit.
tween km/L or L/100km. When using TIP 10
miles, MPG will be available. For markets with kilometer-based mod- “Wallpaper”
els, only “km/L or L/100km” is dis- This module allows you to individually
To set the distance or fuel consumption set the STREET MODE and TRACK 11
played.
units MODE display background colors to
1. From the MENU screen, select 3. Select the distance or consump- black or white for both day and night 12
“Unit”. tion unit item you want to adjust. settings. A photo sensor equipped in
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the instrument panel detects lighting repeat from step 2 or select the tri-
1 conditions and will automatically angle symbol to exit this module.
change the display between its day and
2 night settings. The photo sensor also
controls a subtle automatic brightness
3 adjustment function within both day
and night modes to suit ambient light
conditions.
4
5 2. Select the mode you want to adjust

(select DAY for daytime display
1 settings or NIGHT for nighttime
6 “Shift indicator”
display settings).
The shift indicator module contains the
3. Select the background color (se-
following items.
7 lect BLACK for a black background
Display Description
or WHITE for a white background).
Set the shift indicator
8 pattern to “ON”, “Flash”,
Shift IND
1. Photo sensor or “OFF” and adjust at
Setting
what r/min the indicator
9 will come on and go off.
To set the wallpaper Shift IND Adjust the brightness of
1. From the MENU screen, select Brightness the shift indicator.
10 “Wallpaper”. Set the tachometer color
display to “ON” or “OFF”
Tach IND
and adjust at what r/min
Setting
11 the tachometer will be
green and orange.
Set the tachometer peak
4. Select the triangle symbol to exit. Peak Rev IND
12 rev indicator to “ON” or
Setting
5. To set another background color, “OFF”.
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To make setting changes
1. Select “Shift IND Setting”. 1
4. Select “IND Start”. 6. Select “IND Stop” then rotate the 5

wheel switch to adjust the r/min at
2. Select “IND Mode”. which the shift timing indicator will
go off. “IND Stop” operational 6
range is 8500–15000 r/min.
TIP 7
The blue area on the tachometer indi-
cates the currently set operational 8
range of the shift indicator light.
9
5. Rotate the wheel switch to adjust “Shift IND Brightness”
the r/min at which the shift timing The shift timing indicator light has six 10
3. Select “ON” to have the indicator indicator light will come on. “IND brightness levels.
light steadily, “OFF” to turn the in- Start” operational range is
dicator off, or “Flash” to have the 8000–14800 r/min. 11
shift indicator flash when the indi-
cator start threshold has been 12
reached.
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black or white (depending on wallpaper
1 settings). When turned on, the mid and
mid-to-high r/min zones can be set to
2 come on in green and then orange col-
ors.
3
5 Select “Shift IND Brightness”, then use 3. Select ON to turn the tachometer
the wheel switch to adjust the setting. color display mode on (or select
Short push the wheel switch to confirm OFF to turn this function off).
6 the setting and exit. 4. Select “Tach IND 1st” to set the
green zone starting r/min.
7 1. Select “Tach IND Setting”.
10
11 “Tach IND Setting”

5. Set the starting r/min by rotating
This function allows you to turn the ta-
2. Select “IND Mode”. and then short pushing the wheel
chometer color display on or off. When
12 switch. All r/min above this value
turned off, the tachometer will display
up to the “Tach IND 2nd” setting
all r/min levels below the red zone in
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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- 1
zone, will be displayed in orange. olution peak hold indicator on or off.
1. Select “Peak Rev IND Setting”. 2
TIP
Orange bar start setting range:
8000–14000 r/min. 3
TIP
6
Green bar start setting range:
8000–10000 r/min. 2. Select “IND Mode” and then select
ON (to turn on the indicator) or 7
OFF (to turn off the indicator).
6. Select “Tach IND 2nd”. 8. Select the triangle symbol to exit. 8
10
11
3. Select the triangle symbol to exit. 12

7. Set the orange color starting r/min
by rotating and then short pushing
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“Display Setting” To set the display groups
1 This module allows you to set how the 1. Select “Display Setting”.
information display items (like TRIP-1,
2 ODO, C. TEMP, etc.) are grouped on
the main screen. There are four display
3 groups.
4 ×
LCS QS LIF
1000 r/min
A-1 GPS 12:00
5 4. Select STREET MODE 1-1.

km/h
6 1
ODO
TRIP-2
MODE-A
12345 km
1234.5 km
PWR 1
1 2N
TCS 1 SCS 1
7
1. Information display item (STREET MODE)
LCS QS LIF
LC A-1 GPS 12:00
9 × 1000 r/min
5. Select the desired information dis-

LATEST GEAR
2. DISPLAY-1, DISPLAY-2, DIS- play item with the wheel switch.
12 34 12
N
10 LAP 09 PLAY-3 and DISPLAY-4 are dis-
TIP
123 km/h
ODO 7890
km
played.
The information display items which
11 MODE-A PWR 1 TCS 1 SCS 1 3. For example, let’s select DIS-
can be selected are:
PLAY-1. STREET MODE 1-1,
1 A.TEMP: air temperature
12 STREET MODE 1-2, and TRACK
1. Information display item (TRACK MODE) C.TEMP: coolant temperature
MODE are displayed.
TRIP-1: tripmeter 1
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TRIP-2: tripmeter 2 To set the brightness To set the clock
ODO: odometer 1. Select “Brightness”. 1. From the MENU screen, select 1
FUEL CON: the amount of fuel con- “Clock”.
sumed 2
FUEL AVG: average fuel consumption
CRNT FUEL: current fuel consumption 3
6. Select STREET MODE 1-2 or
TRACK MODE to set the remain- 4
ing DISPLAY-1 group items.
5
2. Select the desired brightness level
by rotating the wheel switch, and 2. When “Clock” is selected, the 6
then short push the wheel switch hours figure will be highlighted.
to fix the setting. 7
7. Select the triangle symbol to exit. 9

To set the other display groups, re-
peat from step 3.
10
“Brightness”
This function allows you to adjust the 3. Set the hour by rotating and then 11
general brightness level of the display short push the wheel switch.
screen. “Clock”
The clock uses a 12-hour system. 12
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1 Clutch lever
2 1
5 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
6
The clutch lever is located at the left
“All Reset”
handlebar grip. To disengage the
7 This function resets everything, except
clutch, pull the lever toward the handle-
the odometer and clock, to its factory
bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
preset or default setting.
8 the lever. The lever should be pulled
Select YES to reset all items. After se-
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
lecting YES, all items will be reset and
9 clutch operation.
the screen will automatically return to
The clutch lever is equipped with a
the MENU screen.
5. Set the minutes figure by rotating clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
10 tion circuit cut-off system. (See
and then short push the wheel
switch. page 4-46.)
11
12
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TIP 1
Shift pedal Brake lever
See Brake system for more informa-
2 tion on how the UBS and ABS systems
work. 2
2 3
The brake lever is equipped with a
3
brake lever position adjusting dial. To
1 adjust the distance between the brake
4 lever and the throttle grip, turn the ad- 4
1 justing dial while holding the lever
pushed away from the throttle grip. 5
Make sure that the appropriate setting
1. Shift pedal 1. “ ” mark on the adjusting dial is aligned with the
2. Shift switch 2. Brake lever position adjusting dial 6
“ ” mark on the brake lever.
3. Brake lever
The shift pedal is located on the left
4. Distance between brake lever and 7
side of the motorcycle and is used in handlebar grip
combination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 6-speed con- The brake lever is located on the right 8
stant-mesh transmission. side of the handlebar. To apply the front
When the quick-shift system is turned brake, pull the lever toward the throttle
grip. 9
on, the shift switch senses shift pedal
movement and allows for upshifting This model is equipped with a variable
without operating the clutch lever. See unified brake system (UBS). 10
QSS on page 4-17 for more informa- When pulling the brake lever, the front
tion. brake and a portion of the rear brake 11
are applied. For full braking perfor-
mance, apply both the brake lever and
brake pedal simultaneously. 12
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EAU12944 EAU67041
tional braking if a malfunction occurs.
1 Brake pedal Brake system
This model is equipped with an inte- TIP
grated anti-lock brake system (ABS)  The ABS performs a self-diagno-
2
and a variable unified brake system sis test when the vehicle is started
(UBS). and reaches a speed of 10 km/h (6
3 mi/h). During this test, a “clicking”
Regarding ABS, operate the brakes as
you would conventional brakes. If the noise may be audible from the hy-
4
1 draulic control unit, and a vibration
ABS is activated, a pulsating sensation
may be felt at the brake lever or brake may be felt at the bake lever or
pedal. In this situation, continue to ap- pedal, but this is normal.
5
ply the brakes and let the ABS work; do  This ABS has a test mode which
1. Brake pedal not “pump” the brakes as this will re- allows the owner to experience the
6 duce braking effectiveness. pulsation at the brake lever or
The brake pedal is located on the right EWA16051 brake pedal when the ABS is oper-
side of the motorcycle. To apply the ating. However, special tools are
7 WARNING
rear brake, press down on the brake required, so please consult your
pedal. Always keep a sufficient distance
from the vehicle ahead to match the Yamaha dealer.
8
riding speed even with ABS. ECA20100
 The ABS performs best with NOTICE

9 long braking distances. Be careful not to damage the wheel
 On certain surfaces, such as sensor or wheel sensor rotor; other-
10 rough or gravel roads, the brak- wise, improper performance of the
ing distance may be longer with ABS will result.
11 the ABS than without.
The ABS and UBS hydraulic control
12 unit is monitored by the ABS ECU,
which will revert the system to conven-
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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. 1
hicle attitude and lean angle. However,
operating only the brake pedal will not 2
1 generate any brake pressure at the
front brake. 3
For full braking performance, apply
2 both the brake lever and brake pedal si-
multaneously. 4
When both the brake lever and the
1. Front wheel sensor rotor brake pedal are applied simultaneous- 5
2. Front wheel sensor ly, the UBS will control the distribution
of braking force between the two
6
wheels.
TIP 7
 The UBS does not function until
2 the vehicle starts moving.
 After coming to a stop while apply-
8
ing the brake lever, the UBS is still
1 enabled. As further squeezing of 9
the brake lever will not increase
the braking power of the rear 10
1. Rear wheel sensor rotor
brake, apply the rear brake should
2. Rear wheel sensor
further braking power be neces-
Regarding variable UBS, operating the sary (such as when parking on a 11
brake lever will generate corresponding slope).
brake pressure at the front brake and to The UBS disables after the brake 12
a variable degree, the rear brake. The lever is released.
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EAU13075 EAU13222
1 TIP
Fuel tank cap Fuel
The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in
1 less the key is in the lock. In addition,
2 the tank.
the key cannot be removed if the cap is EWA10882
2 not properly closed and locked. WARNING

3 EWA11092
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are
WARNING extremely flammable. To avoid fires
4 Make sure that the fuel tank cap is and explosions and to reduce the
properly closed after filling fuel. risk of injury when refueling, follow
5 Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. these instructions.
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover 1. Before refueling, turn off the en-
6 2. Unlock. gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
To open the fuel tank cap while smoking, or while in the vi-
7
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in- cinity of sparks, open flames, or
sert the key into the lock, and then turn other sources of ignition such as
8 the pilot lights of water heaters and
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be clothes dryers.
9 opened. 2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. When
refueling, be sure to insert the
To close the fuel tank cap pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler
10
1. Push the fuel tank cap into position hole. Stop filling when the fuel
with the key inserted in the lock. reaches the bottom of the filler
11 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to tube. Because fuel expands when
the original position, remove it, and it heats up, heat from the engine or
12 then close the lock cover. the sun can cause fuel to spill out
of the fuel tank.
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your eyes, see your doctor immedi- brand. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
ately. If gasoline spills on your skin, spark plug life and reduce maintenance 1
1 wash with soap and water. If gaso- costs.

line spills on your clothing, change 2
2
your clothes. Gasohol
There are two types of gasohol: gaso- 3
EAU54602 hol containing ethanol and that contain-
ing methanol. Gasohol containing
ethanol can be used if the ethanol con- 4
Recommended fuel: tent does not exceed 10% (E10). Gas-
1. Fuel tank filler tube Premium unleaded gasoline (Gaso- ohol containing methanol is not
hol (E10) acceptable)
5
2. Maximum fuel level recommended by Yamaha because it
Fuel tank capacity:
3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi- 17 L (4.49 US gal, 3.74 Imp.gal) can cause damage to the fuel system
6
ately. NOTICE: Immediately wipe Fuel reserve amount (when the fuel or vehicle performance problems.
level warning light comes on):
off spilled fuel with a clean, dry, 3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal) 7
soft cloth, since fuel may deteri-
orate painted surfaces or plastic ECA11401
parts.[ECA10072] NOTICE 8
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
tank cap. of leaded gasoline will cause severe 9
EWA15152
damage to internal engine parts,
WARNING such as the valves and piston rings, 10
Gasoline is poisonous and can as well as to the exhaust system.
cause injury or death. Handle gaso-
Your Yamaha engine has been de- 11
line with care. Never siphon gaso-
signed to use premium unleaded gaso-
line by mouth. If you should swallow
line with a research octane number of
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas- 12
95 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-
oline vapor, or get some gasoline in
curs, use a gasoline of a different
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pairable damage to the catalytic
1 Fuel tank breather hose and Catalytic converter converter.
overflow hose This model is equipped with a catalytic
2 converter in the exhaust system.
EWA10863
WARNING
3 1
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
4 3 burns:
 Do not park the vehicle near
2 possible fire hazards such as
5
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
6 1. Clamp  Park the vehicle in a place
2. Fuel tank overflow hose where pedestrians or children
7 3. Fuel tank breather hose are not likely to touch the hot
Before operating the motorcycle: exhaust system.
8  Check each hose connection.  Make sure that the exhaust sys-
 Check each hose for cracks or tem has cooled down before do-
damage, and replace if necessary. ing any maintenance work.
9  Do not allow the engine to idle
 Make sure that the end of each
hose is not blocked, and clean if more than a few minutes. Long
10 necessary. idling can cause a build-up of
 Make sure that the end of each heat.
11 hose is positioned outside of the ECA10702
cowling. NOTICE
12  Make sure that each hose is rout- Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
ed through the clamp or guide. of leaded gasoline will cause unre-
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Seats 1
Passenger seat 1 2
To remove the passenger seat

3
1. Insert the key into the seat lock, 1
and then turn it clockwise. 2
4
1. Projection 1. Bolt 5
2. Seat holder
2
2. Remove the key. 1 6
Rider seat
7
1 To remove the rider seat
1. Remove the passenger seat. 8
1. Seat lock
2. Unlock. 2. Pull up the corners on the rear of
the rider seat as shown, remove 9
2. Lift the front of the passenger seat the bolts with the hexagon wrench
and pull it forward. located under the passenger seat, 1. Hexagon wrench
10
and then pull the seat off.
To install the passenger seat To install the rider seat
1. Insert the projection on the rear of 1. Insert the projections into the seat 11
the passenger seat into the seat holders as shown, then place the
holder as shown, and then push seat in the original position.
12
the front of the seat down to lock it
in place.
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1 1 CCU (for equipped models) 1 2

The CCU (communication control unit)
3
2 connects to the vehicle’s CAN (control-
ler area network) and has a GPS re-
ceiver to enable the recording of
3 2 vehicle and riding data (see “Logging”
on page 4-20). Logging data and YRC 1
4 setting data can be accessed when a
smartphone, tablet, or laptop computer
5 1. Projection is connected to the CCU wireless net- 1. Screw
2. Seat holder work. 2. Seat cover
3. GPS receiver
6 2. Install the bolts with the hexagon TIP
wrench. From the Google© application store, 2. Note down the CCU serial num-
3. Insert the hexagon wrench back download the “Y-TRAC” application to ber.
7
into its holder. make use of the logging data and the
4. Install the passenger seat. “YRC Setting” application to remotely
1
8 adjust the YRC settings.
TIP
Make sure that the seats are properly
9 secured before riding. To connect to the CCU wireless net-
work
10 1. Remove the screws, move the
GPS receiver, and then remove
11 the seat cover as shown.
1. CCU serial number
12 3. Turn the key to “ON” and approach

the vehicle with a wireless capable
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smartphone, tablet, or laptop com- EAU66920
direct sunlight.
puter. Document storage 1
4. Connect to the wireless network
“Yamaha Motor Network” by input- 2
ting the CCU serial number as the
password. 2
3
5. Install the seat cover and GPS re-
ceiver to the original position, and
then install the screws. 4
TIP 1
5
Since all CCU-equipped models put out
a similarly named wireless network, 1. Document storage space
have only one vehicle turned on at a 2. Panel C 6
time to avoid confusion.
A document storage space is located
under panel C. (See page 7-8.) 7
When storing the owner’s manual or
vehicle registration and insurance doc- 8
uments in the document storage space,
be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so 9
that they will not get wet. When wash-
ing the vehicle, avoid letting water enter
the document storage space. 10
ECA22540
NOTICE 11
Do not place heat-sensitive items in
the document storage space. This
12
space can get hot when the engine
is running or when the vehicle is in
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EAU47261 EAU66473
the adjusting nut on each fork in direc-
1 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,
2 be folded forward for parking in narrow NOTICE turn the adjusting nut on each fork in di-
spaces. Fold the mirrors back to their  Use extra care to avoid scratch- rection (b).
original position before riding. ing the gold-anodized finish
3 1
2 2 when making suspension ad-
1 1 justments.
4  To avoid damaging the suspen-
(b)
sion’s internal mechanisms, do (a)
5 not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings.
6
For YZF-R1:
2 2
This model is equipped with adjustable
7 1. Spring preload adjusting nut
1. Riding position suspension. The spring preload, re-
2. Parking position bound damping force, and compres- Spring preload setting:
8 sion damping force of each leg can be Minimum (soft):
EWA14372
adjusted. 0 turn(s) in direction (a)*
WARNING EWA10181 Standard:
9 9 turn(s) in direction (a)*
Be sure to fold the rear view mirrors WARNING
Maximum (hard):
back to their original position before Always adjust both fork legs equal- 15 turn(s) in direction (a)*
10 riding. ly, otherwise poor handling and loss * With the adjusting nut fully turned in
of stability may result. direction (b)
11
Spring preload Rebound damping force
12 To increase the spring preload and To increase the rebound damping force
thereby harden the suspension, turn and thereby harden the rebound damp-
4-39


ing, turn the adjusting bolt on each fork force and thereby harden the compres- TIP
leg in direction (a). To decrease the re- sion damping, turn the adjusting bolt on 1
Although the total number of clicks of a
bound damping force and thereby soft- each fork leg in direction (a). To de- damping force adjusting mechanism
en the rebound damping, turn the crease the compression damping force may not exactly match the above spec- 2
adjusting bolt on each fork leg in direc- and thereby soften the compression ifications due to small differences in
tion (b). damping, turn the adjusting bolt on production, the actual number of clicks 3
each fork leg in direction (b). always represents the entire adjusting
1 range. To obtain a precise adjustment, 4
1 it would be advisable to check the num-
(a) (b) ber of clicks of each damping force ad-
justing mechanism and to modify the 5
(a) (b) specifications as necessary.
6
For YZF-R1M:
This model is is equipped with ÖHLINS 7
1. Rebound damping force adjusting bolt electronic racing suspension.
1. Compression damping force adjusting bolt The compression and rebound damp- 8
Rebound damping setting: ing forces are electronically adjusted.
Minimum (soft): Compression damping setting:
14 click(s) in direction (b)* (See ERS on page 4-18.)
Minimum (soft): 9
Standard: 23 click(s) in direction (b)*
7 click(s) in direction (b)* Standard: Spring preload
Maximum (hard): 17 click(s) in direction (b)* The spring preload adjustment is per- 10
0 click(s) in direction (b)* Maximum (hard): formed manually.
* With the adjusting bolt fully turned in 0 click(s) in direction (b)*
direction (a) 1. Turn the vehicle off. 11
* With the adjusting bolt fully turned in
direction (a) 2. Slide the rubber cover back at
each coupler.
Compression damping force 3. Remove the coupler on each front 12
To increase the compression damping fork. NOTICE: To prevent dam-
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aging the couplers, do not use EAU66492
1 sharp tools or excessive Adjusting the shock absorber

1
force.[ECA22770] assembly
2 EWA10222
1 (b) WARNING
2
3 (a) This shock absorber assembly con-
tains highly pressurized nitrogen
gas. Read and understand the fol-
4 lowing information before handling
the shock absorber assembly.
5 1. Spring preload adjusting bolt  Do not tamper with or attempt to
open the cylinder assembly.
Spring preload setting:
6 Minimum (soft):  Do not subject the shock ab-
1. Rubber cover sorber assembly to an open
0 turn(s) in direction (a)*
2. Coupler Standard: flame or other high heat source.
7 5 turn(s) in direction (a)* This may cause the unit to ex-
4. To increase the spring preload and Maximum (hard):
thereby harden the suspension, plode due to excessive gas
15 turn(s) in direction (a)*
8 turn the adjusting bolt on each fork * With the adjusting nut fully turned in pressure.
leg in direction (a). To decrease direction (b)  Do not deform or damage the
the spring preload and thereby cylinder in any way. Cylinder
9
soften the suspension, turn the ad- 5. Attach the coupler on each fork. damage will result in poor
justing bolt on each fork leg in di- 6. Slide the rubber cover to the origi- damping performance.
10 nal position.  Do not dispose of a damaged or
rection (b).
worn-out shock absorber as-
11 sembly yourself. Take the shock
absorber assembly to a Yamaha
dealer for any service.
12
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ECA10102
preload. Spring preload:
NOTICE  Use the special wrench includ- 1
Minimum (soft):
To avoid damaging the mechanism, ed in the owner’s tool kit to Distance A = 77.5 mm (3.05 in)
do not attempt to turn beyond the make the adjustment. Standard: 2
maximum or minimum settings. Distance A = 79.0 mm (3.11 in)
Maximum (hard):
Distance A = 85.5 mm (3.37 in) 3
For YZF-R1:
3. Tighten the locknut to the specified
This model is equipped with adjustable 4
torque. NOTICE: Always tighten
suspension. The spring preload, re-
2 the locknut against the adjust-
bound damping force, fast compres- (b)
ing ring, and then tighten the 5
sion damping force, and slow 1 locknut to the specified
compression damping force can be ad- (a) torque.[ECA22760]
justed. 6
1. Spring preload adjusting ring Tightening torque:
Spring preload 2. Locknut Locknut: 7
1. Loosen the locknut. 25 Nm (2.5 m·kgf, 18 ft·lbf)
2. To increase the spring preload and 1
thereby harden the suspension, 8
Rebound damping force
turn the adjusting ring in direction To increase the rebound damping force
(a). To decrease the spring pre- and thereby harden the rebound damp- 9
load and thereby soften the sus- ing, turn the adjusting screw in direction
pension, turn the adjusting ring in (a). To decrease the rebound damping 10
direction (b). force and thereby soften the rebound
The spring preload setting is deter- damping, turn the adjusting screw in di-
mined by measuring distance A. 11
rection (b).
The longer distance A is, the high-
1. Distance A
er the spring preload; the shorter 12
distance A is, the lower the spring
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by soften the compression damping, the compression damping force and
1 (a) 1
(b) turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b). thereby soften the compression damp-
ing, turn the adjusting screw in direction
2 (b).
1
4 (a) (b)
1
5 1. Rebound damping force adjusting screw (a) (b)
Rebound damping setting: 1. Fast compression damping force
6 Minimum (soft): adjusting bolt
23 click(s) in direction (b)*
Standard: 1. Slow compression damping force
Fast compression damping setting adjusting screw
7 12 click(s) in direction (b)* Minimum (soft):
Maximum (hard): 5.5 turn(s) in direction (b)*
0 click(s) in direction (b)* Slow compression damping setting
Standard: Minimum (soft):
8 * With the adjusting screw fully turned 3 turn(s) in direction (b)* 18 click(s) in direction (b)*
in direction (a) Maximum (hard): Standard:
9 0 turn(s) in direction (b)* 10 click(s) in direction (b)*
* With the adjusting bolt fully turned in
Compression damping force Maximum (hard):
direction (a) 0 click(s) in direction (b)*
10 * With the adjusting screw fully turned
Fast compression damping force
Slow compression damping force in direction (a)
To increase the compression damping
11 force and thereby harden the fast com- To increase the compression damping
force and thereby harden the slow TIP
pression damping, turn the adjusting
bolt in direction (a). To decrease the compression damping, turn the adjust- To obtain a precise adjustment, it is ad-
12
compression damping force and there- ing screw in direction (a). To decrease visable to check the actual total number
of clicks or turns of each damping force
4-43


adjusting mechanism. This adjustment thereby harden the suspension,
range may not exactly match the spec- turn the adjusting ring in direction 1
ifications listed due to small differences (a). To decrease the spring pre-
in production. load and thereby soften the sus- 2
pension, turn the adjusting ring in
direction (b). 3
For YZF-R1M:
The spring preload setting is deter-
This model is is equipped with ÖHLINS
mined by measuring distance A.
electronic racing suspension. 1 4
The longer distance A is, the high-
er the spring preload; the shorter
Compression damping force and 1. Distance A
distance A is, the lower the spring 5
rebound damping force
preload.
The compression and rebound damp- Spring preload:
 Use the special wrench in the Minimum (soft):
ing forces are electronically controlled 6
owner’s tool kit to make the ad- Distance A = 0 mm (0.00 in)
and can be adjusted from the MENU
justment. Standard:
screen. See ERS on page 4-18 for in- Distance A = 4 mm (0.16 in) 7
formation on how to adjust these set- Maximum (hard):
tings. 2 Distance A = 9 mm (0.35 in)
(b) 8
1
Spring preload 3. Tighten the locknut to the specified
The spring preload adjustment is per- (a) torque. NOTICE: Always tighten 9
formed manually. the locknut against the adjust-
ECA10102 ing ring, and then tighten the
10
NOTICE locknut to the specified
To avoid damaging the mechanism, torque.[ECA22760]
do not attempt to turn beyond the 11
1. Spring preload adjusting ring Tightening torque:
maximum or minimum settings. 2. Locknut Locknut:
25 Nm (2.5 m·kgf, 18 ft·lbf) 12
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. To increase the spring preload and
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EAU67050 EAU15306
Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not
1 EXUP system Sidestand function properly.
This model is equipped with Yamaha’s The sidestand is located on the left side
2 EXUP (EXhaust Ultimate Power valve) of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
system. This system boosts engine lower it with your foot while holding the
power by means of a valve that controls vehicle upright.
3
exhaust flow within the exhaust cham-
TIP
ber.
4 ECA15611 The built-in sidestand switch is part of
NOTICE the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
cuts the ignition in certain situations.
5 The EXUP system has been set and
(See the following section for an expla-
extensively tested at the Yamaha
nation of the ignition circuit cut-off sys-
factory. Changing these settings
6 tem.)
without sufficient technical knowl-
edge may result in poor perfor- EWA10242
7 mance of or damage to the engine. WARNING

The vehicle must not be ridden with
8 the sidestand down, or if the sides-
tand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
9
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
10 in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off
11 system has been designed to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of raising the sidestand be-
12 fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly and have a
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EAU44893
Ignition circuit cut-off system 1

The ignition circuit cut-off system (com-
prising the sidestand switch, clutch 2
switch and neutral switch) has the fol-
lowing functions.
3
 It prevents starting when the trans-
mission is in gear and the sides-
tand is up, but the clutch lever is 4
not pulled.
 It prevents starting when the trans- 5
mission is in gear and the clutch le-
ver is pulled, but the sidestand is
still down. 6
 It cuts the running engine when the
transmission is in gear and the sid- 7
estand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the 8
ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.
9
10
11
12
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1 With the engine turned off: WARNING
1. Move the sidestand down. If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
2 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”. dealer check the system before riding.
3. Turn the key on.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
3 5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
4 The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
YES NO The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
5 With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
6 7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
7 Does the engine stall?
The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
8 YES NO The motorcycle should not be ridden until
After the engine has stalled:
9 10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
10 12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The clutch switch may not be working correctly.
11 YES NO The motorcycle should not be ridden until
12 The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
4-47


EAU59950
This vehicle is equipped with an auxilia-
Auxiliary DC connector ry DC connector. A 12–V accessory 1
EWA12532
connected to the auxiliary DC connec-
WARNING tor can be used when the key is in the 2
To prevent electrical shock or “ON” position.
short-circuiting, make sure that the
3
cap is installed when the auxiliary
DC connector is not being used.
ECA20090
4
NOTICE
The accessory connected to the 5
auxiliary DC connector should not
be used with the engine turned off, 6
and the load must never exceed 24
W (2 A), otherwise the fuse may blow 7
or the battery may discharge.
2 9
10
1
11
1. Auxiliary DC connector 12
2. Auxiliary DC connector cap
4-48

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

EAU15599
1
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
2 and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
EWA11152
WARNING
3
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in
4 this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
5
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
6 • Refuel if necessary.
Fuel • Check fuel line for leakage. 4-33, 4-35
• Check fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose for obstructions, cracks or
7 damage, and check hose connections.
• Check oil level in engine.
Engine oil • If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 7-12
8 • Check vehicle for oil leakage.
• Check coolant level in reservoir.
Coolant • If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 7-14
9 • Check cooling system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
10 • Check brake pads for wear.
Front brake • Replace if necessary. 7-23, 7-24
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
11 • If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
12
5-1


ITEM CHECKS PAGE
1
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear. 2
Rear brake • Replace if necessary. 7-23, 7-24
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level. 3
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Lubricate cable if necessary. 4
Clutch 7-22
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Make sure that operation is smooth. 5
• 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. 6
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Control cables 7-27
• Lubricate if necessary.
• Check chain slack. 7
• Adjust if necessary.
Drive chain 7-25, 7-27
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary. 8
• Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
Wheels and tires 7-18, 7-21
• Check air pressure. 9
• Correct if necessary.
Brake and shift pedals 7-28
• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary. 10
Brake and clutch levers 7-29
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
• Make sure that operation is smooth. 11
Sidestand 7-29
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Chassis fasteners — 12
• Tighten if necessary.
5-2


ITEM CHECKS PAGE
1
• Make sure that the air intake duct is not blocked.
Air intake duct —
• Remove any foreign objects from the screen if necessary.
2 Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation.
—
and switches • Correct if necessary.
• Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
3 Sidestand switch 4-45
• If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
10
11
12
5-3

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

EAU15952 EAU68220 EAU67071
Starting the engine 1

Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to TIP In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
become familiar with all controls. If This model is equipped with: system to enable starting, one of the 2
there is a control or function you do not  an inertial measurement unit (IMU) following conditions must be met:
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. that will stop the engine in case of  The transmission is in the neutral
3
EWA10272
a turnover. In this case, the display position.
WARNING  The transmission is in gear with
will indicate error code 30, but this
Failure to familiarize yourself with the clutch lever pulled and the sid- 4
is not a malfunction. Turn the key
the controls can lead to loss of con- to “OFF” and then to “ON” to clear estand up.
trol, which could cause an accident the error code. Failing to do so will See page 4-46 for more informa- 5
or injury. prevent the engine from starting tion.
even though the engine will crank 1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is 6
when pushing the start switch.
 an engine auto-stop system. The set to “ ”.
engine stops automatically if left The following warning lights and 7
idling for 20 minutes. If the engine indicator lights should come on for
stops, simply push the start switch a few seconds, then go off. 8
to restart the engine.  Fuel level warning light
 Shift timing indicator light
 Engine trouble and system 9
warning light
 Stability control indicator light 10
 Immobilizer system indicator
light 11
The ABS warning light should
come on when the key is turned to
“ON” and then go off after the vehi- 12
cle reaches a traveling speed of 10
6-1


km/h (6 mi/h). celerate hard when the engine is EAU67080
1 The oil pressure and coolant tem- cold! Shifting

perature warning light should 6
2 come on again after going off brief- 5
ly, and then remain on until the en- 4
3 gine is started. 1 3
ECA22510 2
NOTICE N
4 If a warning or indicator light does 1
not work as described above, see 2
5 page 4-6 for the corresponding
warning and indicator light circuit
1. Shift pedal
6 check.
2. Neutral position
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position. The neutral indicator Shifting gears lets you control the
7 amount of engine power available for
light should come on. If not, ask a
Yamaha dealer to check the elec- starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
8 trical circuit. etc.
3. Start the engine by pushing the The gear positions are shown in the il-
9 start switch. lustration.
If the engine does not start within 5 TIP
10 seconds of pressing the start For speedy upshifts, turn on the quick
switch, wait 10 seconds before shift system. See QSS on page 4-17 for
pressing the switch again to allow more information.
11 the battery voltage to restore.
ECA22520
ECA11043
NOTICE NOTICE
12
For maximum engine life, never ac-  Even with the transmission in
6-2


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 1
with the engine off, and do not quickly pull the clutch lever in. on.
tow the motorcycle for long dis- 5. Shift the transmission into second 2
tances. The transmission is gear. (Make sure not to shift the EAU58280
properly lubricated only when transmission into the neutral posi- Recommended shift points
The recommended shift points during 3
the engine is running. Inade- tion.)
quate lubrication may damage 6. Open the throttle part way and acceleration and deceleration are
the transmission. gradually release the clutch lever. shown in the table below. 4
 Except when upshifting with the 7. Follow the same procedure when Shift up points:
QSS turned on, always use the shifting to the next higher gear. 1st  2nd: 20 km/h (12 mi/h) 5
clutch while changing gears to 2nd  3rd: 30 km/h (19 mi/h)
TIP 3rd  4th: 40 km/h (25 mi/h)
avoid damaging the engine,
When shifting gears in normal operat- 4th  5th: 50 km/h (31 mi/h) 6
transmission, and drive train,
ing conditions, use the recommended 5th  6th: 60 km/h (37 mi/h)
which are not designed to with- Shift down points:
shift points. 7
stand the shock of forced shift- 6th  5th: 45 km/h (28 mi/h)
ing. 5th  4th: 35 km/h (22 mi/h)
EAU16701 4th  3rd: 25 km/h (16 mi/h) 8
To decelerate
EAU16682
To start out and accelerate 1. Apply both the front and the rear
brakes to slow the motorcycle. 9
1. Pull the clutch lever to disengage
the clutch. 2. Shift the transmission into first
2. Shift the transmission into first gear when the motorcycle reaches 10
gear. The neutral indicator light 25 km/h (16 mi/h). If the engine is
should go out. about to stall or runs very roughly,
11
3. Open the throttle gradually, and at pull the clutch lever in and use the
the same time, release the clutch brakes to stop the motorcycle.
3. Shift the transmission into the neu- 12
lever slowly.
4. At the recommended shift points tral position when the motorcycle
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EAU16811 EAU16842
r/min.
1 Tips for reducing fuel Engine break-in
consumption There is never a more important period 1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond
2 Fuel consumption depends largely on in the life of your engine than the period The vehicle can now be operated nor-
your riding style. Consider the following between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For mally.
tips to reduce fuel consumption: this reason, you should read the follow- ECA10311
3
 Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en- ing material carefully. NOTICE
gine speeds during acceleration. Since the engine is brand new, do not  Keep the engine speed out of
4  Do not rev the engine while shifting put an excessive load on it for the first the tachometer red zone.
down, and avoid high engine 1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in  If any engine trouble should oc-
5 speeds with no load on the engine. the engine wear and polish themselves cur during the engine break-in
 Turn the engine off instead of let- to the correct operating clearances. period, immediately have a
ting it idle for an extended length of During this period, prolonged full-throt- Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
6 tle operation or any condition that might
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic cle.
lights or at railroad crossings). result in engine overheating must be
7 avoided. TIP
During and after the engine break-in
EAU17085
8 period, the exhaust heat may cause
discoloration of the exhaust pipe, but
this is normal.
9 0–1000 km (0–600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 7000
10 r/min. NOTICE: After 1000 km (600
mi) of operation, the engine oil must
be changed and the oil filter car-
11 tridge or element replaced.[ECA10303]
12 1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)

Avoid prolonged operation above 8400
6-4


EAU17214
Parking 1
When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main 2
switch.
EWA10312
WARNING 3
 Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot, 4
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to 5
touch them and be burned.
 Do not park on a slope or on soft
6
ground, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasing the
risk of a fuel leak and fire. 7
 Do not park near grass or other
flammable materials which 8
might catch fire.
9
10
11
12
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

EAU17245 EWA15123 EAU17303
1 WARNING
Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lu- Turn off the engine when performing Emission controls not only function to
2 brication will keep your vehicle in the maintenance unless otherwise ensure cleaner air, but are also vital to
safest and most efficient condition pos- specified. proper engine operation and maximum
sible. Safety is an obligation of the vehi-  A running engine has moving performance. In the following periodic
3
cle owner/operator. The most important parts that can catch on body maintenance charts, the services relat-
points of vehicle inspection, adjust- parts or clothing and electrical ed to emissions control are grouped
4 ment, and lubrication are explained on parts that can cause shocks or separately. These services require
the following pages. fires. specialized data, knowledge, and
5 The intervals given in the periodic  Running the engine while ser- equipment. Maintenance, replacement,
maintenance charts should be simply vicing can lead to eye injury, or repair of the emission control devic-
considered as a general guide under burns, fire, or carbon monoxide es and systems may be performed by
6 normal riding conditions. However, de- any repair establishment or individual
poisoning – possibly leading to
pending on the weather, terrain, geo- death. See page 1-2 for more in- that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha
7 graphical location, and individual use, formation about carbon monox- dealers are trained and equipped to
the maintenance intervals may need to ide. perform these particular services.
8 be shortened. EWA15461
EWA10322
WARNING WARNING
9 Failure to properly maintain the ve- Brake discs, calipers, drums, and
hicle or performing maintenance ac- linings can become very hot during
10 tivities incorrectly may increase use. To avoid possible burns, let
your risk of injury or death during brake components cool before
service or while using the vehicle. If touching them.
11
you are not familiar with vehicle ser-
vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform
12 service.
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EAU67090
ence required for a particular job, have
Owner’s tool kit a Yamaha dealer perform it for you. 1
The owner’s tool kit should be stored
separately from the vehicle. However, 2
there are two hexagon wrenches
stored under the passenger seat. (See
3
page 4-36.)
1 4
1. Hexagon wrench
8
The service information included in this
manual and the tools provided are in- 9
tended to assist you in the performance
of preventive maintenance and minor
repairs. However, additional tools, such 10
as a torque wrench, are necessary to
perform certain maintenance work cor- 11
rectly.
TIP 12
If you do not have the tools or experi-
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EAU46862
1
TIP
2  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.
3  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.
4
EAU46911
5 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system
ODOMETER READING
6 NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ANNUAL
1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK
(600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi)
7 • Check fuel hoses for cracks or
1 * Fuel line     
damage.
• Check condition.
8  
2 * Spark plugs • Clean and regap.
• Replace.  
• Check valve clearance.
9 3 * Valves
• Adjust.
Every 40000 km (24000 mi)
Fuel injection
4 * • Adjust synchronization.      
system
10
Muffler and exhaust • Check the screw clamp(s) for
5 *     
pipe looseness.
11 • Check the air cut-off valve, reed
Air induction valve, and hose for damage.
6 *     
system • Replace any damaged parts if
12 necessary.
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EAU1770M
General maintenance and lubrication chart 1

ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL 2
NO. 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 • Replace.  3
2 Clutch     
• Adjust.
• Check operation, fluid level and
     
4
3 * Front brake vehicle for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
• Check operation, fluid level and 5
     
4 * Rear brake vehicle for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
6
• Check for cracks or damage.
• Check for correct routing and     
5 * Brake hoses clamping.
7
• Replace. Every 4 years
6 * Brake fluid • Replace. Every 2 years
7 * Wheels • Check runout and for damage.     8
• Check tread depth and for
damage.
8 * Tires • Replace if necessary.      9
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
• Check bearings for looseness or 10
9 * Wheel bearings    
damage.
• Check operation and for
    11
excessive play.
10 * Swingarm
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
grease.
12
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ODOMETER READING
1 ANNUAL
(600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi)
2 • Check chain slack, alignment and
condition.
Every 800 km (500 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or
11 Drive chain • Adjust and lubricate chain with a
3 riding in wet areas
special O-ring chain lubricant
thoroughly.
• Check bearing play and steering
4     
for roughness.
12 * Steering bearings
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
grease.
5
• Check operation and for oil
13 * Steering damper    
leakage.
6 • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and
14 * Chassis fasteners     
screws are properly tightened.
Brake lever pivot
15 • Lubricate with silicone grease.     
7 shaft
Brake pedal pivot • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
16     
shaft grease.
8 Clutch lever pivot • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
17     
shaft grease.
Shift pedal pivot • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
9 18     
shaft grease.
19 Sidestand • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based     
10 grease.
20 * Sidestand switch • Check operation.      
• Check operation and for oil
11 21 * Front fork    
leakage.
Shock absorber • Check operation and shock
22 *    
12 assembly absorber for oil leakage.
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ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL 1
(600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi)
Rear suspension 2
relay arm and
23 * • Check operation.    
connecting arm
pivoting points 3
• Change.
24 Engine oil • Check oil level and vehicle for oil      
leakage. 4
Engine oil filter
25 • Replace.   
cartridge
5
• Check coolant level and vehicle
    
26 * Cooling system for coolant leakage.
• Change coolant. Every 3 years 6
• Check operation, cable free play
27 * EXUP system   
and pulley position.
28 *
Front and rear brake
• Check operation.      
7
switches
Moving parts and
29 • Lubricate.      8
cables
• Check throttle grip free play, and
30 * Throttle grip      9
adjust if necessary.
• Lubricate cable and grip housing.
Lights, signals and • Check operation.
31 *       10
switches • Adjust headlight beam.
11
12
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1
TIP
2  Air filter
• This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com-
3 pressed air to avoid damaging it.
• The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
 Hydraulic brake service
4 • Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake
5 fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
6
10
11
12
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EAU18713
Removing and installing 3 2 1

cowlings and panels
The cowlings and panels shown need 1 2
to be removed to perform some of the 1 2 3
maintenance jobs described in this 3
chapter. Refer to this section each time 3
a cowling or panel needs to be re-
moved and installed. 2 4
3
1. Panel C 1. Cowling A 5
2. Cowling B 2. Quick fastener screw
3. Panel D 3. Quick fastener
2 1 6
EAU66972
2
7
1
3 Cowlings A and B (for YZF-R1)
4 8
3
1. Panel A
To remove a cowling
2. Cowling A Remove the quick fastener screws and 3 9
3. Cowling C the quick fasteners, and then take the
4. Panel B cowling off. 2
10
1. Cowling B
2. Quick fastener screw 11
3. Quick fastener
12
To install a cowling
Place the cowling in its original position,
7-8


and then install the quick fasteners and Cowlings A and B (for YZF-R1M)
1 2
the quick fastener screws.
To remove a cowling
2 Cowling C (for YZF-R1) Remove the screw, collar, quick fasten- 1
er screws and the quick fasteners, and 3
3 To remove a cowling then take the cowling off.
1. Remove cowlings A and B.
2
2. Remove the screws and collars, 2
4 5
and then take the cowling off. 4
1
5 3 1. Cowling B
2. Quick fastener screw
3. Quick fastener
6 1 2 4. Screw
5. Collar
3 4 5 3
7
2 3 To install a cowling
1. Cowling A
2. Quick fastener screw Place the cowling in its original position,
8
3. Quick fastener and then install the collar, screw, quick
1. Cowling C 4. Screw fasteners and the quick fastener
9 2. Screw 5. Collar screws.
3. Collar
EAU66980
10
To install a cowling
1. Place the cowling in its original po-
11 Panels A and C
sition and then install the collars
and screws.
12 2. Install cowlings A and B. To remove a panel
Remove the quick fastener and screw,
7-9


and then pull the panel off. To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position, 1
2 and then install the quick fastener and
3 screw. 1 2
Panels B and D 3
To remove a panel
1. Remove cowling A or B. (See 4
2
1 page 7-8.)
2. Remove the screws, and then pull 1. Screw 5
1. Quick fastener the panel off. 2. Panel D
2. Screw
3. Panel A To install the panel 6
Place the panel in the original position,
1
and then install the screws. 7
1
2 9
2
1. Screw 10
3 2. Panel B
1. Quick fastener 11
2. Screw
3. Panel C
12
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EAU67110
Before installing a spark plug, the spark ECA10841
1 Checking the spark plugs plug gap should be measured with a NOTICE
The spark plugs are important engine wire thickness gauge and, if necessary, Do not use any tools to remove or in-
2 components, which should be checked adjusted to specification. stall the spark plug cap, otherwise
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha the ignition coil coupler may get
dealer. Since heat and deposits will damaged. The spark plug cap may
3
cause any spark plug to slowly erode, be difficult to remove because the
they should be removed and checked rubber seal on the end of the cap fits
4 in accordance with the periodic mainte- tightly. To remove the spark plug
nance and lubrication chart. In addition, cap, simply twist it back and forth
5 the condition of the spark plugs can re- while pulling it out; to install it, twist
veal the condition of the engine. it back and forth while pushing it in.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
6 1 1
ter electrode of each spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color 1. Spark plug gap
7 when the vehicle is ridden normally),
and all spark plugs installed in the en- Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
8 gine should have the same color. If any
spark plug shows a distinctly different Clean the surface of the spark plug
color, the engine could be operating im- gasket and its mating surface, and then
9 properly. Do not attempt to diagnose wipe off any grime from the spark plug
such problems yourself. Instead, have threads.
10 a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode Tightening torque:
erosion and excessive carbon or other Spark plug (new):
11 18 Nm (1.8 m·kgf, 13 ft·lbf)
deposits, it should be replaced.
Spark plug (after checking):
Specified spark plug: 13 Nm (1.3 m·kgf, 9.4 ft·lbf)
12
NGK/LMAR9E-J
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EAU66532
4. Remove the engine oil filler cap,
Engine oil and oil filter 1 the engine oil drain bolt and its 1
cartridge gasket to drain the oil from the
The engine oil level should be checked crankcase. 2
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car- 3
tridge replaced at the intervals speci- 2
fied in the periodic maintenance and
1
3 4
lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level 1. Engine oil level check window 5
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- 2. Maximum level mark
face and hold it in an upright posi- 3. Minimum level mark
6
tion. A slight tilt to the side can 4. If the engine oil is at or below the
result in a false reading. 1. Engine oil filler cap
minimum level mark, add sufficient
2. Start the engine, warm it up for 7
oil of the recommended type to
several minutes, and then turn it raise it to the correct level.
off. 8
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set- To change the engine oil (with or
tles, and then check the oil level without oil filter cartridge replace- 2 9
through the check window located ment)
at the bottom-left side of the crank- 1. Remove cowling A and panel B.
case. (See page 7-8.)
1 10
TIP 2. Start the engine, warm it up for
The engine oil should be between the several minutes, and then turn it 11
off. 1. Engine oil drain bolt
minimum and maximum level marks.
3. Place an oil pan under the engine 2. Gasket
12
to collect the used oil.
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1 TIP
Skip steps 5–7 if the oil filter cartridge is
1
not being replaced.
2
5. Remove the oil filter cartridge with
an oil filter wrench.
3
4 1
5 1. O-ring 1. Torque wrench
TIP Tightening torque:

1 Oil filter cartridge:
6 Make sure that the O-ring is properly
2 17 Nm (1.7 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf)
seated.
7 7. Install the new oil filter cartridge 8. Install the engine oil drain bolt and
1. Oil filter cartridge its new gasket, and then tighten
with an oil filter wrench, and then
2. Oil filter wrench
8 tighten it to the specified torque the bolt to the specified torque.
TIP with a torque wrench.
Tightening torque:
9 An oil filter wrench is available at a Engine oil drain bolt:
Yamaha dealer. 23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf)
10 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
11 cartridge. then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
12
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Recommended engine oil: for several minutes while checking EAU20071
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im- Coolant 1

Full synthetic SAE 10W-40 or
15W-50 mediately turn the engine off and The coolant level should be checked
Oil quantity: check for the cause. before each ride. In addition, the cool- 2
Without oil filter cartridge replace- ant must be changed at the intervals
ment: TIP specified in the periodic maintenance
3.90 L (4.12 US qt, 3.43 Imp.qt) After the engine is started, the oil pres- 3
With oil filter cartridge replacement: and lubrication chart.
sure and coolant temperature warning
4.10 L (4.33 US qt, 3.61 Imp.qt)
light should go off if the oil level is suffi- EAU66510 4
cient. To check the coolant level
TIP
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any ECA22490
5
NOTICE face and hold it in an upright posi-
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tion.
tem have cooled down. If the oil pressure and coolant tem- 6
ECA11621 perature warning light flickers or re- TIP
NOTICE mains on even if the oil level is  The coolant level must be checked
correct, immediately turn the engine on a cold engine since the level 7
 In order to prevent clutch slip-
off and have a Yamaha dealer check varies with engine temperature.
page (since the engine oil also
the vehicle.  Make sure that the vehicle is posi- 8
lubricates the clutch), do not
tioned straight up when checking
mix any chemical additives. Do 11. Turn the engine off, wait a few min-
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
not use oils with a diesel speci- utes until the oil settles, and then 9
side can result in a false reading.
fication of “CD” or oils of a high- check the oil level and correct it if
er quality than specified. In necessary. 2. Check the coolant level in the cool- 10
addition, do not use oils labeled 12. Install the cowling and panel. ant reservoir.
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
TIP 11
higher.
The coolant should be between the
 Make sure that no foreign mate-
minimum and maximum level marks.
rial enters the crankcase. 12
10. Start the engine, and then let it idle
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of coolant, replace it with cool- EAU66520
1 ant as soon as possible, other- To change the coolant

1 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
wise the cooling system will not
2 be protected against frost and face and let the engine cool if nec-
corrosion. If water has been essary.
added to the coolant, have a 2. Remove cowling B and panel D.
3 2 (See page 7-8.)
Yamaha dealer check the anti-
freeze content of the coolant as 3. Place a container under the engine
4 soon as possible, otherwise the to collect the used coolant.
effectiveness of the coolant will 4. Remove the radiator cap.
5 1. Maximum level mark be reduced.[ECA10473] WARNING! Never attempt to re-
2. Minimum level mark move the radiator cap when the
engine is hot.[EWA10382]
6 3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove cowl- 1
ing B. (See page 7-8.)
7 1
4. Remove the coolant reservoir cap,
add coolant to the maximum level
8 mark, and then install the reservoir
cap. WARNING! Remove only
9 the coolant reservoir cap. Never
attempt to remove the radiator
1. Coolant reservoir cap
cap when the engine is
10
hot.[EWA15162] NOTICE: If coolant is Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the 1. Radiator cap
not available, use distilled water maximum level mark):
11 or soft tap water instead. Do not 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt) 5. Remove the coolant drain bolt and
use hard water or salt water its gasket to drain the cooling sys-
since it is harmful to the engine. 5. Install the cowling. tem.
12
If water has been used instead
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Antifreeze/water mixture ratio: 1
1:1
1 Recommended antifreeze:
High-quality ethylene glycol anti- 2
2 2 freeze containing corrosion inhibitors
for aluminum engines
Coolant quantity: 3
Radiator (including all routes):
1 2.25 L (2.38 US qt, 1.98 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir (up to the maxi- 4
mum level mark):
1. Coolant drain bolt 1. Coolant reservoir 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
5
2. Gasket 2. Bolt
12. Install the coolant reservoir cap.
6. Remove the coolant reservoir cap. 8. After the coolant is completely 13. Loosen the air bleed bolt to allow 6
drained, thoroughly flush the cool- any trapped air to escape from the
ing system with clean tap water. water pump.
1 7
9. Install the coolant reservoir by in- 1
stalling the bolts.
10. Install the coolant drain bolt and its 8
new gasket, and then tighten the
bolt to the specified torque. 9
Tightening torque:
Coolant drain bolt: 10
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
1. Coolant reservoir cap
7. Remove the coolant reservoir by 11. Pour the specified amount of the 11
1. Air bleed bolt
removing the bolts, and then turn recommended coolant into the ra-
the reservoir upside down to emp- diator and reservoir. 14. When coolant begins to flow out, 12
ty it. tighten the air bleed bolt to the
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specified torque. EAU36765 EAU44735
1 Air filter element Checking the engine idling

Tightening torque: The air filter element must be replaced speed
Air bleed bolt: at the intervals specified in the periodic
2 10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf) Check the engine idling speed and, if
maintenance and lubrication chart. necessary, have it corrected by a
15. Pour the specified coolant into the Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air Yamaha dealer.
3
radiator until it is full. filter element.
Engine idling speed:
16. Install the radiator cap. 1200–1400 r/min
4
17. Start the engine, let it idle for sev-
eral minutes, and then turn it off.
5 18. Remove the radiator cap to check
the coolant level in the radiator. If
6 necessary, add sufficient coolant
until it reaches the top of the radia-
tor, and then install the radiator
7 cap.
19. Start the engine, and then check
8 the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
9 dealer check the cooling system.
20. Install the cowling and panel.
10
11
12
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EAU21385 EAU21402 EAU2177A
Checking the throttle grip free Valve clearance Tires 1

play The valve clearance changes with use, Tires are the only contact between the
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture vehicle and the road. Safety in all con- 2
and/or engine noise. To prevent this ditions of riding depends on a relatively
from occurring, the valve clearance small area of road contact. Therefore, it
3
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. at the appropriate time with the speci- 4
fied tires.
1 5
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
1. Throttle grip free play and, if necessary, adjusted before each 6
ride.
The throttle grip free play should mea- EWA10504
7
sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the WARNING
inner edge of the throttle grip. Periodi-
Operation of this vehicle with im- 8
cally check the throttle grip free play
proper tire pressure may cause se-
and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
vere injury or death from loss of
dealer adjust it. 9
control.
 The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold 10
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient 11
temperature).
 The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the 12
riding speed and with the total
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weight of rider, passenger, car- Tire inspection EWA10472
1 go, and accessories approved WARNING

for this model.  Have a Yamaha dealer replace
2 excessively worn tires. Besides
Tire air pressure (measured on cold being illegal, operating the vehi-
tires): cle with excessively worn tires
3
Up to 90 kg (198 lb) load: decreases riding stability and
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi)
can lead to loss of control.
4  The replacement of all wheel
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi) and brake-related parts, includ-
5 90 kg (198 lb) to maximum load: ing the tires, should be left to a
Front: 1. Tire sidewall Yamaha dealer, who has the
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi) 2. Tire tread depth
6 Rear:
necessary professional knowl-
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi) The tires must be checked before each edge and experience to do so.
High-speed riding: ride. If the center tread depth reaches  Ride at moderate speeds after
7 Front: changing a tire since the tire
the specified limit, if the tire has a nail or
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi) surface must first be “broken
Rear: glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is
8 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi) cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re- in” for it to develop its optimal
Maximum load*: place the tire immediately. characteristics.
188 kg (414 lb)
9
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car- Minimum tire tread depth (front and
go and accessories rear):
10 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
EWA10512
WARNING TIP
11
Never overload your vehicle. Opera- The tire tread depth limits may differ
tion of an overloaded vehicle could from country to country. Always comply
12 cause an accident. with the local regulations.
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Tire information sign, otherwise the handling Front tire:
characteristics of the motorcy- 1
Size:
cle may be different, which 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
could lead to an accident. Manufacturer/model: 2
 Always make sure that the valve BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX RAC-
ING STREET RS10F G
caps are securely installed to YZF-R1 PIRELLI/DIABLO SU- 3
prevent air pressure leakage. PERCORSA SP
 Use only the tire valves and Rear tire:
valve cores listed below to Size: 4
avoid tire deflation during a YZF-R1 190/55 ZR17M/C (75W)
YZF-R1M 200/55 ZR17M/C (78W)
high-speed ride. Manufacturer/model: 5
1. Tire air valve
After extensive tests, only the tires list- BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX RAC-
2. Tire air valve core ING STREET RS10R G
3. Tire air valve cap with seal ed below have been approved for this 6
YZF-R1 PIRELLI/DIABLO SU-
model by Yamaha. PERCORSA SP
This model is equipped with tubeless FRONT and REAR: 7
tires and tire air valves. Tire air valve:
Tires age, even if they have not been TR412
used or have only been used occasion- Valve core: 8
#9100 (original)
ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall
rubber, sometimes accompanied by EWA10601
9
carcass deformation, is an evidence of WARNING
ageing. Old and aged tires shall be This motorcycle is fitted with su-
checked by tire specialists to ascertain 10
per-high-speed tires. Note the fol-
their suitability for further use. lowing points in order to make the
EWA10482
most efficient use of these tires. 11
WARNING
 Use only the specified replace-
 The front and rear tires should ment tires. Other tires may run 12
be of the same make and de- the danger of bursting at super
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high speeds. EAU66460
corrosion.
1  Brand-new tires can have a rela- Cast magnesium wheels  Follow the instructions for cleaning
tively poor grip on certain road To maximize the performance, durabil- provided on page 8-1.
2 surfaces until they have been ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
“broken in”. Therefore, it is ad- cle, note the following points regarding
visable before doing any these wheels.
3
high-speed riding to ride con-  The wheel rims should be checked
servatively for approximately for cracks, bends, warpage or
4 100 km (60 mi) after installing a damage before each ride. If any
new tire. damage is found, have a Yamaha
5  The tires must be warmed up dealer replace the wheel. Do not
before a high-speed run. attempt even the smallest repair to
 Always adjust the tire air pres- the wheel. A deformed or cracked
6 wheel must be replaced.
sure according to the operating
conditions.  The wheel should be balanced
7 whenever the tire or wheel has
been changed or replaced. An un-
8 balanced wheel can result in poor
performance, adverse handling
characteristics, and shortened tire
9 life.
These wheels are made of magnesium
10 and require special care.
 When balancing the wheel, use
11 press-on type weights to avoid
scratching the wheel.
 Regularly inspect the wheel for
12 nicks and scratches. Use touch-up
paint or other sealant to prevent
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EAU67341
above, proceed as follows. EAU37914
Adjusting the clutch lever free Checking the brake lever free 1
1. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the
play play
clutch lever in direction (a) to loos-
2
(a) en the clutch cable.
1 2. Remove cowling B. (See
page 7-8.) 3
2 3. Loosen the locknut further down
the clutch cable. 1
(b) 4
4. To increase the clutch lever free
play, turn the clutch lever free play
5
adjusting nut in direction (a). To
decrease the clutch lever free play,
1. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt turn the adjusting nut in direction 1. No brake lever free play
6
2. Clutch lever free play (b).
There should be no free play at the
7
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 1 have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
2 (b) 8
shown. Periodically check the clutch le- brake system.
ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it EWA14212
as follows. WARNING 9
To increase the clutch lever free play, A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
turn the clutch lever free play adjusting lever can indicate the presence of air
(a) 10
bolt at the clutch lever in direction (a). in the hydraulic system. If there is air
To decrease the clutch lever free play, in the hydraulic system, have a
turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b). 1. Locknut Yamaha dealer bleed the system be- 11
2. Clutch lever free play adjusting nut fore operating the vehicle. Air in the
TIP
hydraulic system will diminish the 12
If the specified clutch lever free play 5. Tighten the locknut.
braking performance, which may re-
cannot be obtained as described 6. Install the cowling.
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sult in loss of control and an acci- EAU36504 EAU22393
1 dent. Brake light switches Checking the front and rear

The brake light, which is activated by brake pads
2 the brake pedal and brake lever, should 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
3
er adjust the brake light switches. lubrication chart.
4 EAU36891
Front brake pads

5
7
1
8
9 1. Brake pad wear indicator
Each front brake pad is provided with

10 wear indicators, which allows you to
check the brake pad wear without hav-
11 ing to disassemble the brake. To check
the brake pad wear, check the position
of the wear indicators while applying
12 the brake. If a brake pad has worn to
the point that a wear indicator almost
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touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha EAU22582
Rear brake
dealer replace the brake pads as a set. Checking the brake fluid level 1
Before riding, check that the brake fluid
EAU48071 is above the minimum level mark. 2
Rear brake pads Check the brake fluid level with the top 1
of the reservoir level. Replenish the
3
brake fluid if necessary.
Front brake 4
1 1
5
1. Minimum level mark
Specified brake fluid: 6

DOT 4
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove 1 EWA15991 7
Each rear brake pad is provided with a WARNING
wear indicator groove, which allows Improper maintenance can result in 8
you to check the brake pad wear with- 1. Minimum level mark loss of braking ability. Observe
out having to disassemble the brake. these precautions:
9
To check the brake pad wear, check  Insufficient brake fluid may al-
the wear indicator groove. If a brake low air to enter the brake sys-
pad has worn to the point that the wear tem, reducing braking 10
indicator groove almost appears, have performance.
a Yamaha dealer replace the brake  Clean the filler cap before re- 11
pads as a set. moving. Use only DOT 4 brake
fluid from a sealed container.
 Use only the specified brake flu- 12
id; otherwise, the rubber seals
7-24


may deteriorate, causing leak- EAU22733 EAU22762
1 age. Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack

 Refill with the same type of Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be
2 brake fluid. Adding a brake fluid brake fluid at the intervals specified in checked before each ride and adjusted
other than DOT 4 may result in a the periodic maintenance and lubrica- if necessary.
harmful chemical reaction. tion chart. In addition, have the oil seals
3
 Be careful that water does not of the master cylinders and calipers as EAU22776
well as the brake hoses replaced at the To check the drive chain slack
enter the brake fluid reservoir
4 intervals listed below or whenever they 1. Place the motorcycle on the sides-
when refilling. Water will signifi-
are damaged or leaking. tand.
cantly lower the boiling point of
5 the fluid and may result in vapor  Oil seals: Replace every two TIP
lock. years. When checking and adjusting the drive
 Brake hoses: Replace every four chain slack, there should be no weight
6 ECA17641
years.
NOTICE on the motorcycle.
7 Brake fluid may damage painted sur- 2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
faces or plastic parts. Always clean tral position.
up spilled fluid immediately. 3. Measure the drive chain slack as
8
As the brake pads wear, it is normal for shown.
the brake fluid level to gradually go Drive chain slack:
9
down. A low brake fluid level may indi- 25.0–35.0 mm (0.98–1.38 in)
cate worn brake pads and/or brake sys-
10 tem leakage; therefore, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and the
11 brake system for leakage. If the brake
fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause before
12 further riding.
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gine as well as other vital parts nuts to their specified torques.
of the motorcycle and can lead 1
to chain slippage or breakage. Tightening torques:
Axle nut:
To prevent this from occurring, 190 Nm (19 m·kgf, 137 ft·lbf)
2
keep the drive chain slack with- Locknut:
in the specified limits.[ECA10572] 16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf) 3
1 TIP 4. Make sure that the drive chain pull-
Using the alignment marks on each ers are in the same position, the 4
side of the swingarm, make sure that drive chain slack is correct, and
1. Drive chain slack both drive chain pullers are in the same the drive chain moves smoothly. 5
position for proper wheel alignment.
4. If the drive chain slack is incorrect,
adjust it as follows. 6
1 2 3 4
EAU34318
To adjust the drive chain slack (a) 7

Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad-
justing the drive chain slack. (b) 8
1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock-
nut on each side of the swingarm.
9
2. To tighten the drive chain, turn the 5
drive chain slack adjusting bolt on
each side of the swingarm in direc- 1. Axle nut 10
tion (a). To loosen the drive chain, 2. Drive chain puller
turn the adjusting bolt on each side 3. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
11
of the swingarm in direction (b), 4. Locknut
and then push the rear wheel for- 5. Alignment marks
ward. NOTICE: Improper drive 12
3. Tighten the axle nut, then the lock-
chain slack will overload the en-
7-26


EAU23026
may contain substances that EAU23098
1 Cleaning and lubricating the could damage the O-rings.[ECA11112] Checking and lubricating the
drive chain cables
2 The drive chain must be cleaned and The operation of all control cables and
lubricated at the intervals specified in the condition of the cables should be
3 the periodic maintenance and lubrica- checked before each ride, and the ca-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
out, especially when riding in dusty or ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
4 wet areas. Service the drive chain as or does not move smoothly, have a
follows. Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
5 ECA10584
WARNING! Damage to the outer
NOTICE housing of cables may result in in-
The drive chain must be lubricated ternal rusting and cause interfer-
6
after washing the motorcycle, riding ence with cable movement. Replace
in the rain or riding in wet areas. damaged cables as soon as possi-
7 ble to prevent unsafe condi-
1. Clean the drive chain with kero-
tions.[EWA10712]
sene and a small soft brush.
8 NOTICE: To prevent damaging Recommended lubricant:
the O-rings, do not clean the Yamaha cable lubricant or other suit-
9 drive chain with steam cleaners, able cable lubricant
high-pressure washers or inap-
10 propriate solvents.[ECA11122]
2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
11 chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant. NOTICE: Do not use
12 engine oil or any other lubri-
cants for the drive chain, as they
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EAU23115 EAU44275
Shift pedal
Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the 1
throttle grip and cable brake and shift pedals
The operation of the throttle grip should The operation of the brake and shift 2
be checked before each ride. In addi- pedals should be checked before each
tion, the cable should be lubricated by a ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu- 3
Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci- bricated if necessary.
fied in the periodic maintenance chart.
Brake pedal 4
The throttle cable is equipped with a
rubber cover. Make sure that the cover
is securely installed. Even though the 5
cover is installed correctly, it does not Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
completely protect the cable from water
6
entry. Therefore, use care not to pour
water directly onto the cover or cable
when washing the vehicle. If the cable 7
or cover becomes dirty, wipe clean with
a moist cloth. 8
10
11
12
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EAU23144
Clutch lever EAU23203
1 Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the

brake and clutch levers sidestand
2 The operation of the brake and clutch
levers should be checked before each
3 ride, and the lever pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
4 Brake lever
5
Recommended lubricants:
Brake lever:
6 Silicone grease The operation of the sidestand should
Clutch lever:
Lithium-soap-based grease be checked before each ride, and the
7 sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
8 EWA10732
WARNING
9 If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
10 dealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the sidestand could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-
11
sulting in a possible loss of control.
12 Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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EAUM1653 EAU23273
Lubricating the swingarm Checking the front fork 1

pivots The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the 2
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
3
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches, 4
damage and excessive oil leakage.
ECA10591
NOTICE 5
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- If any damage is found or the front
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- face and hold it in an upright posi- fork does not operate smoothly, 6
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
specified in the periodic maintenance securely support the vehicle so pair it. 7
and lubrication chart. there is no danger of it falling
over.[EWA10752] 8
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease 2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front 9
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly. 10
11
12
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EAU23285 EAU23292 EAU68230
1 Checking the steering Checking the wheel bearings Battery

Worn or loose steering bearings may ECA22960
2 cause danger. Therefore, the operation NOTICE

of the steering must be checked as fol- Use only the specified genuine
lows at the intervals specified in the pe- YAMAHA battery. Using a different
3
riodic maintenance and lubrication battery may cause the IMU to fail and
chart. the engine to stall.
4 1. Raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 7-36.)
5 WARNING! To avoid injury, se- 2 1
curely support the vehicle so 3
there is no danger of it falling The front and rear wheel bearings must
6 over.[EWA10752] be checked at the intervals specified in
2. Hold the lower ends of the front the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
7 fork legs and try to move them for- tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
ward and backward. If any free hub or if the wheel does not turn
play can be felt, have a Yamaha smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
8 the wheel bearings.
dealer check or repair the steering. 1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
9
3. Battery
10 The battery is located under the rider

seat. (See page 4-36.)
ECA22970
11 NOTICE
The IMU is located under the battery.
12 It is not user serviceable and very
sensitive, so we advise against re-
7-31


moving the battery box or handling lowing FIRST AID. ECA16522
the IMU directly. • EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty NOTICE 1

 Do not remove, modify, or place of water. To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated
any foreign materials in or • INTERNAL: Drink large quan- Lead Acid) battery, a special (con- 2
around the battery box. tities of water or milk and im- stant-voltage) battery charger is re-
 Do not subject the IMU to strong mediately call a physician. quired. Using a conventional battery 3
shocks and be careful when • EYES: Flush with water for 15 charger will damage the battery.
handling the battery. minutes and seek prompt
 Do not obstruct the IMU breath- medical attention. 4
To store the battery
er hole and do not clean it with  Batteries produce explosive hy-
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
compressed air. drogen gas. Therefore, keep 5
more than one month, remove the
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
battery, fully charge it, and then
away from the battery and pro-
This model is equipped with a VRLA place it in a cool, dry place. 6
vide sufficient ventilation when
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery. NOTICE: When removing the
charging it in an enclosed
There is no need to check the electro- battery, be sure the key is 7
space.
lyte or to add distilled water. However, turned to “OFF”, then discon-
 KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
the battery lead connections need to be nect the negative lead before
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF 8
checked and, if necessary, tightened. disconnecting the positive
EWA10761 CHILDREN.
lead.[ECA16303]
WARNING 2. If the battery will be stored for more 9
 Electrolyte is poisonous and To charge the battery than two months, check it at least
dangerous since it contains sul- Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- once a month and fully charge it if 10
furic acid, which causes severe tery as soon as possible if it seems to necessary.
burns. Avoid any contact with have discharged. Keep in mind that the 3. Fully charge the battery before in-
skin, eyes or clothing and al- battery tends to discharge more quickly stallation. NOTICE: When install- 11
ways shield your eyes when if the vehicle is equipped with optional ing the battery, be sure the key
working near batteries. In case electrical accessories. is turned to “OFF”, then con- 12
of contact, administer the fol- nect the positive lead before
7-32


connecting the negative EAU66591
1 lead.[ECA16841] Replacing the fuses

4. After installation, make sure that The main fuse and ABS motor fuse are
2 the battery leads are properly con- located under the rider seat.
nected to the battery terminals. 1 1
3
ECA16531
2 3
NOTICE
Always keep the battery charged. 2
4 Storing a discharged battery can 1
cause permanent battery damage.
5 1. Screw
2. Panel
6 4 3. Remove the starter relay cover by

1. Main fuse pulling it upward.
7 2. ABS motor fuse
1
3. Starter relay cover
4. ABS motor spare fuse
8
To access the ABS motor fuse
9 1. Remove the passenger seat and
rider seat. (See page 4-36.)
10 2. Remove the panel by removing
the screws.
11 1. Starter relay cover
The fuse boxes, which contain the fus-

12 es for the individual circuits, are located
under panel A. (See page 7-8.)
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Specified fuses: 1
Main fuse:
7 50.0 A
7
Terminal fuse 1: 2
1 2.0 A
8 2 Headlight fuse:
1 3 7.5 A 3
4 Signaling system fuse:
4 32 7 5 7.5 A
6 5 Ignition fuse: 4
6
15.0 A
1. Hazard fuse 1. Ignition fuse Radiator fan motor fuse:
10.0 A  1, 15.0 A x 1 5
2. Fuel injection system fuse 2. Signaling system fuse
ABS motor fuse:
3. Electronic throttle valve fuse 3. ABS ECU fuse 30.0 A
4. Backup fuse 4. ABS solenoid fuse 6
Hazard fuse:
5. Right radiator fan motor fuse 5. Headlight fuse 7.5 A
6. Left radiator fan motor fuse 6. Terminal fuse 1 ABS ECU fuse: 7
7. Spare fuse 7. Spare fuse 7.5 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
8. SCU fuse (YZF-R1M)
15.0 A 8
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows. SCU fuse:
YZF-R1M 7.5 A
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off Fuel injection system fuse: 9
the electrical circuit in question. 15.0 A
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then Backup fuse:
install a new fuse of the specified 7.5 A 10
amperage. WARNING! Do not Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
use a fuse of a higher amperage 11
rating than recommended to 3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
avoid causing extensive dam- the electrical circuit in question to 12
age to the electrical system and check if the device operates.
possibly a fire.[EWA15132]
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4. If the fuse immediately blows EAU67120
TIP
1 again, have a Yamaha dealer Vehicle lights
 The right headlight comes on
check the electrical system. when /LAP switch is pushed or
2 the dimmer switch is set to “ ”
(high beam).
3 1 1  The auxiliary lights were designed
to fade out as your R1 goes to
4 sleep.
2 2
5
1. Auxiliary light
6 2. Headlight
This model is equipped with full-LED

7 lighting.
The headlights, auxiliary lights, turn sig-
8 nals, tail/brake light, and license plate
light are all LED. There are no user re-
9 placeable bulbs.
If a light does not come on, check the
fuses and then have a Yamaha dealer
10 check the vehicle.
ECA16581
11 NOTICE
Do not affix any type of tinted film or
stickers to the headlight lens.
12
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EAU67130 EAU25872
heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
Supporting the motorcycle Troubleshooting gasoline vapors can ignite or ex- 1
Since this model is not equipped with a Although Yamaha motorcycles receive plode, causing severe injury or
centerstand, use a motorcycle stand a thorough inspection before shipment property damage. 2
(or place a jack under each side of the from the factory, trouble may occur dur-
swingarm) when servicing the chain or ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,
3
rear wheel. When servicing the front compression, or ignition systems, for
wheel, a motorcycle stand is also nec- example, can cause poor starting and
essary. Check that the motorcycle is in loss of power. 4
a stable and level position before start- The following troubleshooting charts
ing any maintenance. represent quick and easy procedures 5
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your motorcycle
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha 6
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and 7
know-how to service the motorcycle
properly. 8
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look like
Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi- 9
or, have a shorter service life and can
lead to expensive repair bills. 10
EWA15142
WARNING
11
When checking the fuel system, do
not smoke, and make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar- 12
ea, including pilot lights from water
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EAU42505
1 Troubleshooting charts
2 Starting problems or poor engine performance
1. Fuel
3 There is enough fuel. Check the battery.
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.
4 The engine does not start.
There is no fuel. Supply fuel.
Check the battery.
5 2. Battery The engine turns over

The battery is good.
quickly.
The engine does not start.
Operate the electric starter.
6 Check the battery lead connections, Check the ignition.
The engine turns over
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
slowly.
the battery if necessary.
7
3. Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
Wet Operate the electric starter.
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
8 Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.
The engine does not start.
Dry Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Check the compression.
9
4. Compression The engine does not start.
10 There is compression.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Operate the electric starter.
There is no compression. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.

11
12
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Engine overheating
EWAT1041 1
WARNING
 Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be 2
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
 Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the de- 3
tent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the cap
while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
4
5
There is Have a Yamaha dealer check
The coolant level is low. leakage. and repair the cooling system.
Check the cooling system 6
for leakage.
There is
Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Wait until the Check the coolant level in the no leakage.
engine has cooled. reservoir and radiator. 7
The coolant level Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a
is OK. Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system. 8
TIP
10
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.
11
12
7-38

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE

EAU37834 EAU67140
ucts onto seals, gaskets, sprock-
1 Matte color caution Care ets, the drive chain and wheel
ECA15193
While the open design of a motorcycle axles. Always rinse the dirt and de-
2 NOTICE reveals the attractiveness of the tech- greaser off with water.
Some models are equipped with nology, it also makes it more vulnera-
matte colored finished parts. Be ble. Rust and corrosion can develop Cleaning
3
sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for even if high-quality components are ECA22530
advice on what products to use be- used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- NOTICE
4 fore cleaning the vehicle. Using a noticed on a car, however, it detracts  Avoid using strong acidic wheel
brush, harsh chemical products or from the overall appearance of a motor- cleaners, especially on spoked
5 cleaning compounds when cleaning cycle. Frequent and proper care does or magnesium wheels. If such
these parts will scratch or damage not only comply with the terms of the products are used on
their surface. Wax also should not warranty, but it will also keep your mo- hard-to-remove dirt, do not
6 torcycle looking good, extend its life
be applied to any matte colored fin- leave the cleaner on the affected
ished parts. and optimize its performance. area any longer than instructed.
7 Also, thoroughly rinse the area
Before cleaning off with water, immediately dry
8 1. Cover the muffler outlet with a it, and then apply a corrosion
plastic bag after the engine has protection spray.
cooled down.  Improper cleaning can damage
9 2. Make sure that all caps and covers such parts as cowlings and pan-
as well as all electrical couplers els, the windshield, the instru-
10 and connectors, including the ment panel and display, wheels,
spark plug caps, are tightly in- headlight lenses, plastic or car-
11 stalled. bon fiber parts, etc., and the
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt, mufflers. Use only a soft, clean
like oil burnt onto the crankcase, cloth or sponge to clean such
12 with a degreasing agent and a parts. However, if such parts
brush, but never apply such prod- cannot be thoroughly cleaned,
8-1


water and diluted mild detergent After normal use a corrosion protection spray on all
may be used. Be sure to rinse Remove dirt with warm water, a mild metal, including chrome- and nick- 1
off any detergent residue using detergent, and a soft, clean sponge, el-plated, surfaces (except the tita-
plenty of water, as it is harmful and then rinse thoroughly with clean nium muffler) to prevent corrosion. 2
to plastic parts. water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
 Do not use any harsh chemical for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt Cleaning the windshield 3
products on plastic parts or the and insects will come off more easily if Avoid using any alkaline or strong acid
muffler. Be sure to avoid using the area is covered with a wet cloth for cleaner, gasoline, brake fluid, or any
cloths or sponges which have a few minutes before cleaning. other solvent. Clean the windshield with 4
been in contact with strong or a cloth or sponge dampened with a
abrasive cleaning products, sol- After riding in the rain, near the sea or neutral detergent, and after cleaning, 5
vent or thinner, fuel (gasoline), on salt-sprayed roads thoroughly wash it off with water. For
rust removers or inhibitors, Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads additional cleaning, use Yamaha Wind-
6
brake fluid, antifreeze or electro- during winter are extremely corrosive in shield Cleaner or other quality cleaner.
lyte. combination with water, carry out the Some cleaning compounds for plastics
 Do not use high-pressure wash- following steps after each ride in the may leave scratches on surfaces of the 7
ers or steam-jet cleaners since rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed windshield. Before using them, make a
they cause water seepage and roads. test by polishing an area which does 8
deterioration in the following ar- not affect your visibility.
TIP
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may 9
arm bearings, fork and brakes), Cleaning the titanium muffler
remain well into spring.
storage compartments, electric This model is equipped with a titanium
components (couplers, connec- 1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa- muffler, which requires the following 10
tors, instruments, switches and ter and a mild detergent, after the special care.
lights), breather hoses and engine has cooled down.  Use only a soft, clean cloth or 11
vents. NOTICE: Do not use warm water sponge with mild detergent and
since it increases the corrosive water to clean the titanium muffler.
However, if the muffler cannot be 12
action of the salt.[ECA10792]
2. After drying the motorcycle, apply thoroughly cleaned with mild de-
8-2


tergent, alkaline products and a tection spray on all metal, ingly and make sure to wipe off
1 soft brush may be used. including chrome- and nickel-plat- any excess.
 Never use compounds or other ed, surfaces.  Never apply oil or wax to any
2 special treatments to clean the tita- 5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- rubber and plastic parts, but
nium muffler, as they will remove er to remove any remaining dirt. treat them with a suitable care
3 the finish on the outer surface of 6. Touch up minor paint damage product.
the muffler. caused by stones, etc.  Avoid using abrasive polishing
 Even the smallest amounts of oil, 7. Wax all painted surfaces. compounds as they will wear
4 such as from oily towels or finger- 8. Let the motorcycle dry completely away the paint.
prints, will leave stains on the tita- before storing or covering it.
5 nium muffler, which can be EWA11132
TIP
removed with a mild detergent. WARNING  Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
 Note that the thermally induced Contaminants on the brakes or tires vice on what products to use.
6
discoloring of the portion of the ex- can cause loss of control.  Washing, rainy weather or humid
haust pipe leading into the titanium  Make sure that there is no oil or climates can cause the headlight
7 muffler is normal and cannot be re- wax on the brakes or tires. lens to fog. Turning the headlight
moved.  If necessary, clean the brake on for a short period of time will
8 discs and brake linings with a help remove the moisture from the
After cleaning regular brake disc cleaner or ac- lens.
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois etone, and wash the tires with
9
or an absorbing cloth. warm water and a mild deter-
2. Immediately dry the drive chain gent. Before riding at higher
10 and lubricate it to prevent it from speeds, test the motorcycle’s
rusting. braking performance and cor-
11 3. Use a chrome polish to shine nering behavior.
chrome, aluminum and stain- ECA10801
less-steel parts. NOTICE
12 4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
 Apply spray oil and wax spar-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
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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 1
the fuel tank from rusting and the pivoting points of all levers and
Short-term fuel from deteriorating. pedals as well as of the sidestand/ 2
Always store your motorcycle in a cool, 3. Perform the following steps to pro- centerstand.
dry place and, if necessary, protect it tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc. 5. Check and, if necessary, correct 3
against dust with a porous cover. Be from corrosion. the tire air pressure, and then lift
sure the engine and the exhaust sys- a. Remove the spark plug caps the motorcycle so that both of its
tem are cool before covering the motor- and spark plugs. wheels are off the ground. Alterna- 4
cycle. b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil tively, turn the wheels a little every
ECA10811
into each spark plug bore. month in order to prevent the tires 5
NOTICE c. Install the spark plug caps onto from becoming degraded in one
 Storing the motorcycle in a the spark plugs, and then place spot.
6
poorly ventilated room or cover- the spark plugs on the cylinder 6. Cover the muffler outlet with a
ing it with a tarp, while it is still head so that the electrodes are plastic bag to prevent moisture
wet, will allow water and humid- grounded. (This will limit spark- from entering it. 7
ity to seep in and cause rust. ing during the next step.) 7. Remove the battery and fully
 To prevent corrosion, avoid d. Turn the engine over several charge it. Store it in a cool, dry 8
damp cellars, stables (because times with the starter. (This will place and charge it once a month.
of the presence of ammonia) coat the cylinder walls with oil.) Do not store the battery in an ex-
and areas where strong chemi- 9
WARNING! To prevent dam- cessively cold or warm place [less
cals are stored. age or injury from sparking, than 0 C (30 F) or more than 30
make sure to ground the C (90 F)]. For more information 10
Long-term spark plug electrodes while on storing the battery, see page
Before storing your motorcycle for sev- turning the engine 7-31. 11
eral months: over.[EWA10952]
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1. Follow all the instructions in the e. Remove the spark plug caps
Make any necessary repairs before 12
“Care” section of this chapter. from the spark plugs, and then
storing the motorcycle.
install the spark plugs and the
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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions: EAU5091U Lubrication system: Fuel injection:
1 Overall length: Wet sump Throttle body:
2055 mm (80.9 in) Engine oil: ID mark:
Overall width: Recommended brand: 2CR1 00
2 690 mm (27.2 in) YAMALUBE Spark plug(s):
Overall height: Type: Manufacturer/model:
1150 mm (45.3 in) Full synthetic SAE 10W-40 or 15W-50 NGK/LMAR9E-J
3
Seat height: Recommended engine oil grade: Spark plug gap:
YZF-R1 855 mm (33.7 in) API service SG type or higher, JASO stan- 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
4 YZF-R1M 860 mm (33.9 in) dard MA Clutch:
Wheelbase: Engine oil quantity: Clutch type:
1405 mm (55.3 in) Without oil filter cartridge replacement: Wet, multiple-disc
5 Ground clearance: 3.90 L (4.12 US qt, 3.43 Imp.qt) Transmission:
130 mm (5.12 in) With oil filter cartridge replacement: Primary reduction ratio:
Minimum turning radius: 4.10 L (4.33 US qt, 3.61 Imp.qt) 1.634 (67/41)
6 3300 mm (129.9 in) Coolant quantity: Final drive:
Weight: Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level Chain
Curb weight: mark): Secondary reduction ratio:
7 YZF-R1 199 kg (439 lb) 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt) 2.563 (41/16)
YZF-R1M 200 kg (441 lb) Radiator (including all routes): Transmission type:
8 Engine: 2.25 L (2.38 US qt, 1.98 Imp.qt) Constant mesh 6-speed
Engine type: Air filter: Operation:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC Air filter element: Left foot operation
9 Cylinder arrangement: Oil-coated paper element Gear ratio:
Inline 4-cylinder Fuel: 1st:
Displacement: Recommended fuel: 2.600 (39/15)
10 998 cm3 Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol 2nd:
Bore  stroke: (E10) acceptable) 2.176 (37/17)
79.0  50.9 mm (3.11  2.00 in) Fuel tank capacity: 3rd:
11 Compression ratio: 17 L (4.49 US gal, 3.74 Imp.gal) 1.842 (35/19)
13.0 : 1 Fuel reserve amount: 4th:
Starting system: 3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal) 1.579 (30/19)
12 Electric starter 5th:
1.381 (29/21)
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SPECIFICATIONS
6th: Loading: Front brake:
1.250 (30/24) Maximum load: Type: 1
Chassis: 188 kg (414 lb) Dual disc brake
Frame type: * (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo Operation:
Diamond and accessories) Right hand operation 2
Caster angle: Tire air pressure (measured on cold Specified brake fluid:
24.00  tires): DOT 4
3
Trail: Loading condition: Rear brake:
102 mm (4.0 in) 0–90 kg (0–198 lb) Type:
Front tire: Front: Single disc brake 4
Type: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi) Operation:
Tubeless Rear: Right foot operation
Size: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi) Specified brake fluid: 5
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) Loading condition: DOT 4
Manufacturer/model: 90–188 kg (198–414 lb) Front suspension:
BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX RACING Front: Type: 6
STREET RS10F G 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi) Telescopic fork
Manufacturer/model: Rear: Spring/shock absorber type:
YZF-R1 PIRELLI/DIABLO SUPERCORSA 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi) Coil spring/oil damper
7
SP High-speed riding: Wheel travel:
Rear tire: Front: 120 mm (4.7 in)
8
Type: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi) Rear suspension:
Tubeless Rear: Type:
Size: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi) Swingarm (link suspension) 9
YZF-R1 190/55 ZR17M/C (75W) Front wheel: Spring/shock absorber type:
YZF-R1M 200/55 ZR17M/C (78W) Wheel type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Manufacturer/model: Cast wheel Wheel travel: 10
BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX RACING Rim size: 120 mm (4.7 in)
STREET RS10R G 17M/C x MT3.50 Electrical system:
Manufacturer/model: Rear wheel: Ignition system: 11
YZF-R1 PIRELLI/DIABLO SUPERCORSA Wheel type: TCI
SP Cast wheel Charging system:
Rim size: AC magneto
12
17M/C x MT6.00
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SPECIFICATIONS
Battery: ABS warning light: Electronic throttle valve fuse:
1 Model: LED 7.5 A
YTZ7S(F) Immobilizer system indicator light:
Voltage, capacity: LED
2 12 V, 6.0 Ah Shift timing indicator light:
Bulb voltage, wattage  quantity: LED
Headlight: Fuses:
3
LED Main fuse:
Tail/brake light: 50.0 A
4 LED Terminal fuse 1:
Front turn signal light: 2.0 A
LED Headlight fuse:
5 Rear turn signal light: 7.5 A
LED Signaling system fuse:
Auxiliary light: 7.5 A
6 LED Ignition fuse:
Meter lighting: 15.0 A
LED Radiator fan motor fuse:
7 Neutral indicator light: 10.0 A  1, 15.0 A x 1
LED Hazard fuse:
High beam indicator light: 7.5 A
8 LED ABS ECU fuse:
Turn signal indicator light: 7.5 A
LED Fuel injection system fuse:
9
Stability control indicator light: 15.0 A
LED SCU fuse:
10 Engine trouble and system warning light: YZF-R1M 7.5 A
LED ABS motor fuse:
Oil pressure and coolant temperature warning 30.0 A
11 light: ABS solenoid fuse:
LED 15.0 A
Fuel level warning light: Backup fuse:
12 LED 7.5 A
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
EAU53562 EAU26401 EAU26442
Identification numbers Vehicle identification number Engine serial number 1

Record the vehicle identification num-
ber, engine serial number, and the 2
model label information in the spaces
provided below. These identification
3
numbers are needed when registering 1
the vehicle with the authorities in your
area and when ordering spare parts 4
1
from a Yamaha dealer.
5
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
1. Vehicle identification number 1. Engine serial number
NUMBER:
6
The vehicle identification number is The engine serial number is stamped
stamped into the steering head pipe. into the crankcase.
Record this number in the space pro- 7
vided.
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER: TIP 8
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and 9
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in your 10
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION: area.
11
12
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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1 Model label
2 1
5
1. Model label
6
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the passenger seat. (See
7 page 4-36.) Record the information on
this label in the space provided. This in-
8 formation will be needed when ordering
spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
9
10
11
12
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INDEX
A E Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .......7-4
ABS warning light ......................................4-6 Engine break-in ......................................... 6-4 Maintenance, emission control system ......7-3 1
Air filter element.......................................7-17 Engine idling speed, checking................. 7-17 Matte color, caution ...................................8-1
Auxiliary DC connector ............................4-48 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 7-12 Model label ..............................................10-2
B Engine serial number .............................. 10-1 N 2
Battery .....................................................7-31 Engine trouble and system warning Neutral indicator light .................................4-6
Brake and clutch levers, checking and light ......................................................... 4-8 O 3
lubricating ..............................................7-29 EXUP system .......................................... 4-45 Oil pressure and coolant temperature
Brake and shift pedals, checking and F warning light ............................................4-7
lubricating ..............................................7-28 Front and rear brake pads, checking ...... 7-23 P 4
Brake fluid, changing ...............................7-25 Front fork, adjusting ................................ 4-39 Parking.......................................................6-5
Brake fluid level, checking .......................7-24 Front fork, checking................................. 7-30 Part locations .............................................2-1
Brake lever ..............................................4-30 Fuel ......................................................... 4-33 Pass/LAP switch ........................................4-4 5
Brake lever free play, checking ...............7-22 Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......... 6-4 R
Brake light switches .................................7-23 Fuel level warning light.............................. 4-6 Rear view mirrors.....................................4-39
Brake pedal .............................................4-31 Fuel tank breather hose and overflow S 6
Brake system...........................................4-31 hose ...................................................... 4-35 Safety information......................................1-1
C Fuel tank cap........................................... 4-33 Seats........................................................4-36
Cables, checking and lubricating .............7-27 Fuses, replacing...................................... 7-33 7
Shifting.......................................................6-2
Care...........................................................8-1 G Shift pedal ................................................4-30
Catalytic converter...................................4-35 Glossary .................................................... 3-3 Shift timing indicator light ...........................4-7 8
CCU.........................................................4-37 H Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .......4-41
Clutch lever..............................................4-29 Handlebar switches ................................... 4-3 Sidestand .................................................4-45
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ..............7-22 Hazard switch............................................ 4-4 Sidestand, checking and lubricating ........7-29 9
Coolant ....................................................7-14 High beam indicator light........................... 4-6 Spark plugs, checking..............................7-11
Cowlings and panels, removing and Horn switch ............................................... 4-4 Special features .........................................3-1
installing ..................................................7-8 I Specifications.............................................9-1 10
D Identification numbers ............................. 10-1 Stability control indicator light ....................4-7
Dimmer switch ...........................................4-4 Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 4-46 Starting the engine.....................................6-1
Display, main screen .................................4-8 Immobilizer system ................................... 4-1 Steering, checking ...................................7-31 11
Display, menu screen ..............................4-14 Immobilizer system indicator light ............. 4-7 Stop/Run/Start switch ................................4-4
Document storage ...................................4-38 Indicator lights and warning lights ............. 4-6 Storage ......................................................8-4
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating.......7-27 12
M Supporting the motorcycle .......................7-36
Drive chain slack .....................................7-25 Main switch/steering lock .......................... 4-2 Swingarm pivots, lubricating ....................7-30
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INDEX
T
1 Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................7-28
Throttle grip free play, checking...............7-18
2 Tires .........................................................7-18
Tool kit .......................................................7-2
Troubleshooting .......................................7-36
3
Troubleshooting charts ............................7-37
Turn signal indicator light ...........................4-6
4 Turn signal switch ......................................4-4
V
Valve clearance .......................................7-18
5 Vehicle identification number ...................10-1
Vehicle lights............................................7-35
W
6 Wheel bearings, checking........................7-31
Wheels .....................................................7-21
Y
7
YRC functions visual guide ........................3-4
YRC settings ............................................4-15
8 YRC (Yamaha Ride Control)......................3-1
10
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YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Hereby declare that the product:

is in compliance with following norm(s) or documents:

Place of issue: Shizuoka, Japan

Date of issue: 1 Aug. 2002

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YAMAHA MOTER CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, 438-8501, Japan

Product: COMMUN CONT. UNIT COMP.

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Date of issue: September 22, 2014

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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:

TIP A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

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CONSUMER INFORMATION........... 10-1

INDEX ............................................... 11-1

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1. Fuse box (page 7-33) 9. Shift pedal (page 4-30)

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Controls and instruments 1

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(Parking) 5. Turn signal switch “ / ”