Yamaha YZF-R1 1998, Service Manual

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CHK
ADJ
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION INTERVALS
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, they should be serviced by a
Yamaha dealer.
NOTE:
• The air filter element needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or
dusty areas.
• Hydraulic brake system
– Replace the brake fluid after disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder.
– Check the brake fluid level and add fluid as required.
– Replace the master cylinder and caliper cylinder oil seals every two years.
– Replace the brake hoses every four years, or if cracked or damaged.
15
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Chassis fasteners
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.
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16 Sidestand
• Check operation.
• Lubricate and repair if necessary.
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17
*
Sidestand switch
• Check operation.
• Replace if necessary.
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18
*
Front fork
• Check operation and for oil leakage.
• Correct accordingly.
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19
*
Rear shock absorber
assembly • Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.
• Replace shock absorber assembly if necessary.
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20
*
Rear suspension relay
arm and connecting
arm pivoting points • Check operation.
• Lubricate with lithium soap base grease every 24,000
km or 24 months (whichever comes first).
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21
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Carburetors
• Check engine idling speed, synchronization and
starter operation.
• Adjust if necessary.
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22 Engine oil
• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
• Correct if necessary.
• Change. (Warm engine before draining.)
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23
Engine oil filter car-
tridge
• Replace.
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24 * Cooling system
• Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.
• Correct if necessary.
• Change coolant every 24,000 km or 24 months (which-
ever comes first).
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No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBS
INITIAL
(1,000 km)
EVERY
6,000 km or
6 months
(whichever
comes first)
12,000 km
or
12 months
(whichever
comes first)