Yamaha 2009 YZF-R1Y, Service Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform
the service.
TIP
From 24000 mi (37000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 8000 mi
(13000 km) or 12 months.
TIP
• Air filter
• This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be
cleaned with compressed 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
• After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always change the fluid. Regularly
check the brake fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and
change the brake fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
20 * Front fork
• Check operation and for oil
leakage.
• Replace if necessary.
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21 *
Shock absorber
assembly
• Check operation and for oil
leakage.
• Replace if necessary.
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22 *
Rear suspension
link pivots • Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.
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23 * Engine oil
• Change (warm engine before
draining).
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24 *
Engine oil filter
cartridge
• Replace.
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25 * Cooling system
• Check hoses for cracks or
damage.
• Replace if necessary.
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• Change with ethylene glycol
antifreeze coolant every 24
months. Change.
26 *
Front and rear
brake switches
• Check operation.
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27 * Control cables
• Apply Yamaha chain and cable
lube or engine oil thoroughly.
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28 *
Throttle grip hous-
ing and cable
• Check operation and free play.
• Adjust the throttle cable free
play if necessary.
• Lubricate the throttle grip
housing and cable.
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29 *
Lights, signals
and switches • Check operation.
• Adjust headlight beam.
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NO. ITEM ROUTINE
INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS
600 mi
(1000 km)
or
1 month
4000 mi
(7000 km)
or
6 months
8000 mi
(13000 km)
or
12 months
12000 mi
(19000 km)
or
18 months
16000 mi
(25000 km)
or
24 months
20000 mi
(31000 km)
or
30 months