Yamaha YZF-R1P 2001-2003, Service Manual

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NOTICE
This manual was produced by the Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. primarily for use by Yamaha deal-
ers and their qualified mechanics. It is not possible to include all the knowledge of a mechanic in
one manual. Therefore, anyone who uses this book to perform maintenance and repairs on Yamaha
vehicles should have a basic understanding of mechanics and the techniques to repair these types
of vehicles. Repair and maintenance work attempted by anyone without this knowledge is likely to
render the vehicle unsafe and unfit for use.
This model has been designed and manufactured to perform within certain specifications in regard
to performance and emissions. Proper service with the correct tools is necessary to ensure that the
vehicle will operate as designed. If there is any question about a service procedure, it is imperative
that you contact a Yamaha dealer for any service information changes that apply to this model. This
policy is intended to provide the customer with the most satisfaction from his vehicle and to conform
to federal environmental quality objectives.
Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. is continually striving to improve all of its models. Modifications and
significant changes in specifications or procedures will be forwarded to all authorized Yamaha deal-
ers and will appear in future editions of this manual where applicable.
NOTE:
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• This Service Manual contains information regarding periodic maintenance to the emission control
system. Please read this material carefully.
• Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following.
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to
the motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person checking or repairing the
motorcycle.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage
to the motorcycle.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
CAUTION:
NOTE: