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4B1-28199-E0

YZF-R1S

OWNER’S MANUAL

Summary of Contents for YZF-R1S

Page 1: ...4B1 28199 E0 YZF R1S OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... 6 EN60950 2000 Two or Three Wheel Motor Vehicles Directive 97 24 EC Chapter 8 EMC Place of issue Shizuoka Japan Date of issue 1 Aug 2002 Revolution record No Contents Date To change contact person and integrate type designation 9 Jun 2005 General manager of quality assurance div representative name and signature MORIC CO LTD 1450 6 Mori machi Shuchi gun Shizuoka 437 0292 JAPAN Telephone 81 538 85...

Page 3: ...o enjoy all advantages of your YZF R1S 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 deale...

Page 4: ...f you have any questions concerning this manual please consult your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10030 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE Product and specifications are subject to change without notice The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death ...

Page 5: ...L 2005 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition September 2005 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan U4B1E0E0 book Page 2 Wednesday October 12 2005 2 32 PM ...

Page 6: ...C MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6 1 Owner s tool kit 6 1 Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart 6 2 Removing and installing panels 6 6 Checking the spark plugs 6 7 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 6 8 Coolant 6 12 Replacing the air filter element 6 14 Adjusting the engine idling speed 6 16 Checking the throttle cable free play 6 16 Valve clearance 6 17 Tires 6 17 Forged wheels 6 20 Adjusting...

Page 7: ...auxiliary light bulb 6 36 Supporting the motorcycle 6 37 Front wheel 6 38 Rear wheel 6 40 Troubleshooting 6 41 Troubleshooting charts 6 42 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 3 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 U4B1E0E0 book Page 2 Wednesday October 12 2005 2 32 PM ...

Page 8: ...s have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the motorcycle Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the chance of this type of accident Therefore Wear a brightly colored jacket Use extra caution when you are approaching and passing through intersections since in tersections are the most likely places for motorcycle accidents to occur Ride where other moto...

Page 9: ...ld or goggles Wind in your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of vision that could delay seeing a hazard The use of a jacket heavy boots trousers gloves etc is effective in preventing or reducing abrasions or lacerations Never wear loose fitting clothes otherwise they could catch on the control levers footrests or wheels and cause injury or an accident Never touch the engine or exh...

Page 10: ...se extreme caution when selecting and installing any ac cessories Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided under Load ing when mounting accessories Never install accessories or carry cargo that would impair the perfor mance of your motorcycle Care fully inspect the accessory before using it to make sure that it does not in any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearan...

Page 11: ...quate ventilation Always turn the engine off before leaving the motorcycle unattended and remove the key from the main switch When parking the motor cycle note the following The engine and exhaust system may be hot therefore park the motorcycle in a place where pe destrians or children are not like ly to touch these hot areas Do not park the motorcycle on a slope or soft ground otherwise it may fa...

Page 12: ...oad adjusting knob page 3 23 7 Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping page 3 23 8 Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting screw for slow compression damping page 3 23 9 Battery page 6 29 10 Fuel injection system fuse page 6 30 11 Main fuse page 6 30 12 Owner s tool kit page 6 1 13 Engine oil drain bolt page 6 8 14 Engine oi...

Page 13: ... 5 Engine oil filler cap page 6 8 6 Air filter element page 6 14 7 Front fork compression damping force adjusting bolt page 3 21 8 Engine oil level check window page 6 8 9 Seat height adjusting bolt page 3 26 10 Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw page 3 23 11 Coolant reservoir page 6 12 U4B1E0E0 book Page 2 Wednesday October 12 2005 2 32 PM ...

Page 14: ...ver page 3 15 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 14 3 Main switch steering lock page 3 2 4 Multi function meter unit page 3 8 5 Right handlebar switches page 3 14 6 Throttle grip page 6 16 7 Brake lever page 3 16 U4B1E0E0 book Page 3 Wednesday October 12 2005 2 32 PM ...

Page 15: ... LOST If the code re reg istering key is lost registering new codes in the standard keys is impossible The standard keys can still be used to start the vehicle however if code re registering is required i e if a new standard key is made or all keys are lost the entire immobi lizer system must be replaced Therefore it is highly recom mended to use either standard key and keep the code re regis teri...

Page 16: ...ting taillight li cense plate light and auxiliary lights come on and the engine can be start ed The key cannot be removed NOTE The headlights come on automatically when the engine is started and stay on until the key is turned to OFF even if the engine stalls EAU10660 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed EAU10680 LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are off T...

Page 17: ...ystems are off The key can be removed The steering must be locked before the key can be turned to CAUTION ECA11020 Do not use the parking position for an extended length of time other wise the battery may discharge EAU11003 Indicator and warning lights EAU11030 Turn signal indicator lights and The corresponding indicator light flash es when the turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right 1 P...

Page 18: ... this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU11361 Fuel level warning light This warning light comes on when the fuel level drops below approximately 3 4 L 0 90 US gal 0 75 Imp gal When this occurs refuel as soon as possible The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON If the warning light does not come on for a few seconds and then go off have a Ya...

Page 19: ...INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 3 5 3 CAUTION ECA10020 Do not operate the engine if it is overheated U4B1E0E0 book Page 5 Wednesday October 12 2005 2 32 PM ...

Page 20: ... Go ahead with riding 117 139 C 243 283 F Temperature display flashes Warning light comes on Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until the coolant temperature goes down If the temperature does not go down stop the engine See page 6 42 Above 140 C Above 284 F Message HI flashes Warning light comes on Stop the engine and allow it to cool See page 6 42 U4B1E0E0 book Page 6 Wednesday October 12 2005...

Page 21: ...lectrical cir cuit When the key is turned to OFF and 30 seconds have passed the indicator light will start flashing indicating the im mobilizer system is enabled After 24 hours have passed the indicator light will stop flashing however the immobi lizer system is still enabled NOTE This model is also equipped with a self diagnosis device for the immobilizer system If the immobilizer system is de fe...

Page 22: ...ay brightness and shift tim ing indicator light control mode NOTE Be sure to turn the key to ON be fore using the SELECT and RE SET buttons For the U K only To switch the speedometer and odometer trip meter displays between kilometers and miles press the SELECT button for at least one second Tachometer The electric tachometer allows the rider to monitor the engine speed and keep it within the idea...

Page 23: ...ge 3 3 the odometer display will automatically change to the fuel re serve tripmeter mode F TRIP and start counting the distance traveled from that point In that case push the SELECT button to switch the display between the various tripmeter odome ter and stopwatch modes in the follow ing order F TRIP Stopwatch TRIP A TRIP B ODO F TRIP To reset a tripmeter select it by push ing the SELECT button a...

Page 24: ...oolant Push the RESET button to switch the coolant temperature display to the air intake temperature display NOTE When the coolant temperature display is selected C is displayed for one second and then the coolant tempera ture is displayed CAUTION ECA10020 Do not operate the engine if it is overheated Air intake temperature display The air intake temperature display indi cates the temperature of t...

Page 25: ...no other immobi lizer keys close to the main switch and do not keep more than one immobilizer key on the same key ring Immobilizer system keys may cause signal interfer ence which may prevent the engine from starting 2 If the engine starts turn it off and try starting the engine with the standard keys 3 If one or both of the standard keys do not start the engine take the vehicle the code re regist...

Page 26: ... Turn the key to ON and then re lease the SELECT button after five seconds 4 Push the RESET button to select the desired brightness level 5 Push the SELECT button to con firm the selected brightness level The control mode changes to the shift timing indicator light activity function To set the shift timing indicator light ac tivity function 1 Push the RESET button to select one of the following in...

Page 27: ...n incre ments of 200 r min Be sure to set the deactivation function to a higher engine speed than for the activation function otherwise the shift timing indicator light will remain deactivated 1 Push the RESET button to select the desired engine speed for deac tivating the indicator light 2 Push the SELECT button to con firm the selected engine speed The control mode changes to the shift timing in...

Page 28: ...itch in after it has re turned to the center position EAU12500 Horn switch Press this switch to sound the horn EAU12660 Engine stop switch Set this switch to before starting the engine Set this switch to to stop the engine in case of an emergen cy such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck EAU12710 Start switch Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter CAUTI...

Page 29: ...0 Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left handlebar grip To disengage the clutch pull the lever toward the handle bar grip To engage the clutch release the lever The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth clutch operation The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch switch which is part of the igni tion circuit cut off system See page 3 28 EAU12870 Shift pedal The...

Page 30: ...the adjusting knob while holding the lever pushed away from the handlebar grip When the de sired position is obtained be sure to set it by aligning a groove on the adjusting knob with the mark on the brake lever EAU12941 Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of the motorcycle To apply the rear brake press down on the brake pedal 1 Brake lever 2 Brake lever position adjusting knob 3 Dist...

Page 31: ...ed un less the key is in the lock In addition the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly closed and locked WARNING EWA11090 Make sure that the fuel tank cap is properly closed before riding EAU13220 Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in the tank When refueling be sure to in sert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler hole and to fill the tank to the bot tom of the filler tub...

Page 32: ...eaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs EAU34072 Fuel tank breather overflow hose Before operating the motorcycle Check the fuel tank breather over flow hose connection Check the fuel tank breather over flow hose for cracks or damage and replace it if damaged Make sure that the end of the fuel tank breather overflow hose is not blocked and clean it if necessary Make sur...

Page 33: ...verter Never park the vehicle near pos sible fire hazards such as grass or other materials that easily burn Do not allow the engine to idle too long EAU33860 Seats Rider seat To remove the rider seat Pull back the rear of the rider seat as shown remove the bolts and then pull the seat off To install the rider seat Insert the projection on the front of the rider seat into the seat holder as shown p...

Page 34: ...ers The helmet holders are located on the bottom of the passenger seat To secure a helmet to a helmet hold er 1 Remove the passenger seat See page 3 19 2 Attach the helmet to a helmet hold er and then securely install the passenger seat WARNING EWA11040 Never ride with a helmet attached to a helmet holder since the helmet may hit objects causing loss of con trol and possibly an accident To release...

Page 35: ...he ad justing bolt is positioned past the alignment mark on the front fork cap as shown in illustration A turn the adjusting bolt in direction b until the alignment marks match To set the standard position turn the adjusting bolt 3 complete turns in direction b making sure the alignment marks match b If the alignment mark on the ad justing bolt is positioned before the alignment mark on the front ...

Page 36: ...leg in direc tion b Compression damping force To increase the compression damping force and thereby harden the compres sion damping turn the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in direction a To de crease the compression damping force and thereby soften the compression damping turn the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in direction b 1 Spring preload adjusting bolt 2 Alignment marks Spring preload setti...

Page 37: ... with a compression damping force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping and a compression damping force ad justing screw for slow compression damping CAUTION ECA10100 Never attempt to turn an adjusting mechanism beyond the maximum or minimum settings Spring preload To decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension turn the adjusting knob in direction a To in crease the spring ...

Page 38: ...damping force Compression damping force for fast compression damping To increase the compression damping force and thereby harden the compres sion damping turn the adjusting bolt in direction a To decrease the compres sion damping force and thereby soften the compression damping turn the ad justing bolt in direction b 1 Quick fastener screw 2 Bolt 3 Cowling 1 Rebound damping force adjusting screw ...

Page 39: ...andling read and understand the following information before handling the shock absorber The manufacturer cannot be held re sponsible for property damage or personal injury that may result from improper handling Do not tamper with or attempt to open the gas cylinder Do not subject the shock ab sorber to an open flame or other high heat sources otherwise it may explode due to excessive gas pressure...

Page 40: ...e A is the lower the seat height The shorter dis tance A is the higher the seat height The minimum seat height is the standard setting adjusting bolt ful ly turned in direction b 4 Tighten the relay arm connecting rod bolts to their specified torque 5 Place the cowling in its original po sition install and tighten the quick fastener screw and then install the bolt 6 Adjust the drive chain slack Se...

Page 41: ...r dam age to the engine If the EXUP system cannot be heard when the main switch is turned on have a Yamaha deal er check it EAU15301 Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side of the frame Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright NOTE The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situ...

Page 42: ... gear and the side stand is up but the clutch lever is not pulled It prevents starting when the trans mission is in gear and the clutch le ver is pulled but the sidestand is still down It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sid estand is moved down Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut off system according to the following procedure WARNING EWA10...

Page 43: ... the engine has stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Keep the clutch lever pulled 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden This check is most reliable if performed with a warmed up engine The neutral switch may be defective The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The sidestand switch may be defective The motorcycle sho...

Page 44: ...ences Therefore it is very important in addition to a thorough visual inspec tion to check the following points before each ride NOTE Pre operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very short time and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved WARNING EWA11150 If any item in the Pre operation check list is not wor...

Page 45: ...t or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid level in reservoir If necessary add recommended brake fluid to specified level Check hydraulic system for leakage 6 21 6 22 Rear brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid level in reservoi...

Page 46: ... Shift pedal Make sure that operation is smooth Correct if necessary Brake pedal Make sure that operation is smooth Correct if necessary Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 6 26 Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivot if necessary 6 26 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tig...

Page 47: ...and up WARNING EWA10290 Before starting the engine check the function of the igni tion circuit cut off system ac cording to the procedure described on page 3 28 Never ride with the sidestand down 1 Turn the key to ON and make sure that the engine stop switch is set to CAUTION ECA11730 The following warning lights and in dicator light should come on for a few seconds then go off Oil level warning l...

Page 48: ...ission into the neu tral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it CAUTION ECA10260 Even with the transmission in the neutral position do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off and do not tow the motorcycle for long dis tances The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is running Inade quate lu...

Page 49: ...ly Since the engine is brand new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided EAU17091 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 6900 r min 1000 1600...

Page 50: ...engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn CAUTION ECA10380 Never park in an area where there are fire hazards such as grass or other flammable materials U4B1E0E0 book Page 4 Wednesday October 12 2005 2 32 PM ...

Page 51: ... tool kit The owner s tool kit is located under the passenger seat See page 3 19 The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs How ever additional tools such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly NOTE If you do not ha...

Page 52: ...EADING 1000 km ANNUAL CHECK 1 10 20 30 40 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage 2 Spark plugs Check condition Clean and regap Replace 3 Valves Check valve clearance Adjust Every 40000 km 4 Air filter element Replace 5 Clutch Check operation Adjust 6 Front brake Check operation fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage Replace brake pads Whenever worn to the limit 7 Rear brake Check ope...

Page 53: ...s Check bearing play and steering for roughness Lubricate with lithium soap based grease Every 20000 km 15 Steering damper Check operation and for oil leakage 16 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened 17 Sidestand Check operation Lubricate 18 Sidestand switch Check operation 19 Front fork Check operation and for oil leakage 20 Shock absorber assem bly Che...

Page 54: ...ion and free play Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable 29 Air induction system Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for dam age Replace any damaged parts if necessary 30 Muffler and exhaust pipe Check the screw clamp for looseness 31 EXUP system Check operation cable free play and pulley position 32 Lights signals and switches Ch...

Page 55: ...r filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas Hydraulic brake service 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 fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U4B1E0E0 book Page 5 Wednesday...

Page 56: ...me a panel needs to be removed and installed EAU36630 Panels A and C To remove one of the panels Remove the screw and the quick fas tener and then pull the panel off as shown To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and then install the screw and the quick fastener 1 Panel A 2 Panel B 1 Panel C 2 Panel D 1 Screw 2 Panel A 3 Quick fastener U4B1E0E0 book Page 6 Wednesday October...

Page 57: ...dance with the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart In addition the condition of the spark plugs can re veal the condition of the engine The porcelain insulator around the cen ter electrode of each spark plug should be a medium to light tan the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally and all spark plugs installed in the en gine should have the same color If any spark plug shows a di...

Page 58: ...ply twist it back and forth while pulling it out to install it twist it back and forth while pushing it in EAU34003 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter car tridge replaced at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place t...

Page 59: ... the recom mended type to raise it to the correct level d Install the engine oil filler cap with the special wrench To change the engine oil with or without oil filter cartridge replace ment 1 Unfasten the cowling by removing the bolt and by loosening and re moving the quick fastener screws 2 Slide the projection toward the rear of the vehicle to unhook the cowl ing then set the left side of the c...

Page 60: ...not being replaced 7 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench NOTE An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer 8 Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the O ring of the new oil filter car tridge NOTE Make sure that the O ring is properly seated 9 Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque with a torque wrench 1 ...

Page 61: ...utes while checking for oil leakage If oil is leaking im mediately turn the engine off and check for the cause NOTE After the engine is started the engine oil level warning light should go off if the oil level is sufficient CAUTION ECA10400 If the oil level warning light flickers or remains on immediately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 13 Turn the engine off and the...

Page 62: ... cold engine since the level varies with engine temperature Make sure that the vehicle is posi tioned straight up when checking the coolant level A slight tilt to the side can result in an incorrect reading 2 Check the coolant level in the cool ant reservoir NOTE The coolant should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 3 If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark remove the brak...

Page 63: ...ill be reduced WARNING EWA10380 Never attempt to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot 4 Install the coolant reservoir cap and then install the brake fluid res ervoir bracket bolt NOTE The radiator fans are automatically switched on or off according to the coolant temperature in the radia tor If the engine overheats see page 6 42 for further instructions EAU33030 Changing the coolant WARN...

Page 64: ...t of the fuel tank and then tilt it back and away from the air filter case Do not disconnect the fuel hoses WARNING EWA10410 Make sure that the fuel tank is well supported Do not tilt or pull the fuel tank too much otherwise the fuel hoses may come loose which could cause fuel leakage 5 Remove the rubber cap and then remove the air filter case cover by removing the screws CAUTION ECA12880 When rem...

Page 65: ...ews and then install the rubber cap 9 Place the fuel tank in its original position and then install the bolts WARNING EWA12380 Before installing the fuel tank make sure that the fuel hoses are not damaged If any fuel hose is damaged do not start the engine Have a Yamaha dealer replace the hose other wise fuel may leak Make sure that the fuel hoses are properly connected and routed and are not pinc...

Page 66: ...g the idle adjusting screw To in crease the engine idling speed turn the screw in direction a To decrease the engine idling speed turn the screw in direction b NOTE If the specified idling speed cannot be obtained as described above have a Yamaha dealer make the adjustment EAU21381 Checking the throttle cable free play The throttle cable free play should mea sure 3 0 5 0 mm 0 12 0 20 in at the thr...

Page 67: ...ires i e when the temperature of the tires equals the ambient temperature The tire air pressure must be ad justed in accordance with the riding speed and with the total weight of rider passenger car go and accessories approved for this model WARNING EWA11020 Because loading has an enormous impact on the handling braking performance and safety characteris tics of your motorcycle you should keep the...

Page 68: ...e center tread depth reaches the specified limit if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it or if the sidewall is cracked have a Yamaha dealer re place the tire immediately NOTE The tire tread depth limits may differ from country to country Always comply with the local regulations WARNING EWA10470 Have a Yamaha dealer replace excessively worn tires Besides being illegal operating the vehi cle...

Page 69: ... speed tires Note the following points in order to make the most ef ficient use of these tires Use only the specified replace ment tires Other tires may run the danger of bursting at super high speeds Brand new tires can have a rela tively poor grip on certain road surfaces until they have been broken in Therefore it is ad visable before doing any high speed riding to ride conserva tively for appr...

Page 70: ...cs EAU33890 Adjusting the clutch lever free play The clutch lever free play should mea sure 10 0 15 0 mm 0 39 0 59 in as shown Periodically check the clutch le ver free play and if necessary adjust it as follows To increase the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in direction a To decrease the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction b NOTE If the ...

Page 71: ...ied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU36890 Front brake pads Each front brake pad is provided with wear indicators which allows you to check the brake pad wear without hav ing to disassemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the position of the wear indicators while applying the brake If a brake pad has worn to the point that a wear indicator almost touches the brake d...

Page 72: ... recommended quality brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage and poor braking perfor mance Refill with the same type of brake fluid Mixing fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction and lead to poor braking performance Be careful that water does not en ter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and...

Page 73: ... on the side stand NOTE When checking and adjusting the drive chain slack there should be no weight on the motorcycle 2 Shift the transmission into the neu tral position 3 Move the rear wheel by pushing the motorcycle to locate the tight est portion of the drive chain and then measure the drive chain slack as shown 4 If the drive chain slack is incorrect adjust it as follows EAU34311 To adjust the...

Page 74: ...vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart otherwise it will quickly wear out especially when riding in dusty or wet areas Service the drive chain as follows CAUTION ECA10581 The drive chain must be lubricated after washing the motorcycle and riding in the rain 1 Clean the drive chain with kero sene and a small soft brush CAUTION ECA11120 To prevent damaging the O rings do n...

Page 75: ... cable is damaged or does not move smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or replace it WARNING EWA10720 Damage to the outer sheath may in terfere with proper cable operation and will cause the inner cable to rust Replace a damaged cable as soon as possible to prevent unsafe conditions EAU23111 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should be checked b...

Page 76: ...nd lubricating the sidestand The operation of the sidestand should be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10730 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all pur pose grease Recommended lubricant Lithium soap...

Page 77: ...EWA10750 Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion 2 While applying the front brake push down hard on the handlebars several times to check if the front fork compresses and rebounds smoothly CAUTION ...

Page 78: ...support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for ward and backward If any free play can be felt have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the steering EAU23290 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart If...

Page 79: ...water for 15 minutes and seek prompt medical attention Batteries produce explosive hy drogen gas Therefore keep sparks flames cigarettes etc away from the battery and pro vide sufficient ventilation when charging it in an enclosed space KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER IES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN To store the battery 1 If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month remove the battery fully c...

Page 80: ...box which contains the fuses for the individual circuits is located be hind the cowling shown If a fuse is blown replace it as follows NOTE Include steps 2 4 and 8 9 only for the fuses in the fuse box 1 Turn the key to OFF and turn off the electrical circuit in question 2 Remove the quick fasteners by pushing the center in with a screw driver then pulling the fastener out 1 Main fuse 2 Fuel inject...

Page 81: ...emove the blown fuse and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage 1 Quick fastener 1 Quick fastener screw 2 Cowling 1 Fuse box 2 Cowling 1 Headlight fuse 2 Spare fuse 3 Left radiator fan fuse 4 Right radiator fan fuse 5 Backup fuse for odometer clock and immo bilizer system 6 Turn signal light fuse 7 Signaling system fuse 8 Ignition fuse U4B1E0E0 book Page 31 Wednesday October 12 2005 2 3...

Page 82: ...ners NOTE To install a quick fastener push its pin back so that it protrudes from the fas tener head then insert the fastener and push the protruding pin in until it is flush with the fastener head EAU33900 Replacing a headlight bulb This model is equipped with quartz bulb headlights If a headlight bulb burns out replace it as follows To replace a high beam headlight bulb 1 Disconnect the headligh...

Page 83: ...f the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely affected Thor oughly clean off any dirt and fin gerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner Headlight lens Do not affix any type of tinted film or stickers to the headlight lens Do not use a headlight bulb of a wattage higher than specified 4 Install the headlight bulb cover and then con...

Page 84: ...w ing parts Headlight bulb Do not touch the glass part of the headlight bulb to keep it free from oil otherwise the transpar ency of the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely affected Thor oughly clean off any dirt and fin gerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner Headlight lens Do not affix any type of tinted film or stickers t...

Page 85: ...ight does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check it EAU24202 Replacing a turn signal light bulb 1 Remove the turn signal light lens by removing the screw 2 Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 3 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and then turn it clock wise until it stops 4 Install the lens by installing the screw CAUTION ECA11190 Do not overtighten...

Page 86: ...EAU33910 Replacing an auxiliary light bulb This model is equipped with two auxil iary lights If an auxiliary light bulb burns out replace it as follows 1 Remove panel A if replacing the left auxiliary light bulb or panel C if replacing the right auxiliary light bulb See page 6 6 2 Remove the auxiliary light bulb cover by removing the quick fas tener NOTE Remove the quick fastener by pushing the ce...

Page 87: ...d with a centerstand follow these precautions when removing the front and rear wheel or performing other maintenance requiring the motorcycle to stand up right Check that the motorcycle is in a stable and level position before starting any maintenance A strong wooden box can be placed under the engine for added stability To service the front wheel 1 Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle by using a ...

Page 88: ...r 1 Loosen the wheel axle pinch bolts the axle bolt and then the brake caliper bolts 2 Lift the front wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 6 37 3 Remove the brake hose holder on each side by removing the bolt and nut 4 Remove the brake caliper on each side by removing the bolts 5 Remove the axle bolt push the wheel axle out from the left side and then remove the wheel 1 Front wh...

Page 89: ... bolt to the specified torque NOTE While tightening the axle bolt hold the wheel axle with a 19 mm hexagon wrench to keep it from turning 7 Tighten wheel axle pinch bolt B and then tighten pinch bolt A to the specified torque 8 Retighten pinch bolt B to the spec ified torque 9 Tap the outer side of the right fork leg with a rubber mallet to align it with the end of the wheel axle 10 Tighten wheel ...

Page 90: ... the locknut on each side of the swingarm 5 Turn the drive chain slack adjust ing bolts fully in direction a and push the wheel forward 6 Remove the drive chain from the rear sprocket NOTE If the drive chain is difficult to re move remove the wheel axle first and then lift the wheel upward enough to remove the drive chain from the rear sprocket The drive chain cannot be disas sembled 7 While suppo...

Page 91: ...to the speci fied torque EAU25870 Troubleshooting Although Yamaha motorcycles receive a thorough inspection before shipment from the factory trouble may occur dur ing operation Any problem in the fuel compression or ignition systems for example can cause poor starting and loss of power The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your se...

Page 92: ...ression Check the ignition Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gaps or replace the spark plugs Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric starter 4 Battery The...

Page 93: ...issing sound has stopped press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap NOTE 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 Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the reservoir and radiator The coolant level is OK The coolant level is low Check the...

Page 94: ... not leave the cleaner on the af fected area any longer than in structed Also thoroughly rinse the area off with water immedi ately dry it and then apply a cor rosion protection spray Improper cleaning can damage windshields cowlings panels other plastic parts and the muf fler Use only a soft clean cloth or sponge with mild detergent and water to clean plastic How ever if the muffler cannot be tho...

Page 95: ...rying the motorcycle apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal including chrome and nick el plated surfaces except the tita nium muffler to prevent corrosion Cleaning the titanium muffler This model is equipped with a titanium muffler which requires the following special care Use only a soft clean cloth or sponge with mild detergent and water to clean the titanium muffler However if the muff...

Page 96: ...y excess Never apply oil or wax to any rubber and plastic parts but treat them with a suitable care product Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint NOTE Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use EAU26201 Storage Short term Always store your motorcycle in a cool dry place and if necessary protect it against dust with a porous cover CAUTION ECA10810...

Page 97: ...round the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over 4 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the side stand centerstand 5 Check and if necessary correct the tire air pressure and then lift the motorcycle so that both of its wheels are off the ground Alterna tively turn the wheels a little every month in order to prevent the tires from ...

Page 98: ...il filter cartridge replacement 3 10 L 3 28 US qt 2 73 Imp qt Cooling system Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maximum level mark 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt Radiator capacity including all routes 2 76 L 2 92 US qt 2 43 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Oil coated paper element Fuel Recommended fuel Premium unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 18 0 L 4 76 US gal 3 96 Imp gal Fuel rese...

Page 99: ... Front 250 kPa 36 psi 2 50 kgf cm Rear 290 kPa 42 psi 2 90 kgf cm High speed riding Front 250 kPa 36 psi 2 50 kgf cm Rear 290 kPa 42 psi 2 90 kgf cm Front wheel Wheel type Forged wheel Rim size 17M C x MT3 50 Rear wheel Wheel type Forged wheel Rim size 17M C x MT6 00 Front brake Type Dual disc brake Operation Right hand operation Recommended fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Type Single disc brake Operation ...

Page 100: ...l indicator light LED High beam indicator light LED Oil level warning light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Fuel level warning light LED Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Immobilizer system indicator light LED Shift timing indicator light LED Fuses Main fuse 50 0 A Headlight fuse 25 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A Radiator fan fuse 15 ...

Page 101: ...ification number is stamped into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU26400 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record this number in the space pro vided NOTE The vehicle identification number is used to identify your motorcycle and may be used to register your mot...

Page 102: ...this la bel in the space provided This informa tion will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA12371 Do not touch either muffler bracket located under the muffler bracket covers until the exhaust system has cooled 1 Model label 1 Muffler bracket cover 2 Muffler bracket U4B1E0E0 book Page 2 Wednesday October 12 2005 2 32 PM ...

Page 103: ...20 High beam indicator light 3 4 Horn switch 3 14 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 3 28 Immobilizer system 3 1 Immobilizer system indicator light 3 7 Indicator and warning lights 3 3 K Key identification number 9 1 L License plate light bulb replacing 6 36 Luggage strap holders 3 27 M Main switch steering lock 3 2 Model label 9 2 Multi function meter unit 3 8 N Neutral ...

Page 104: ...ignal indicator lights 3 3 Turn signal light bulb replacing 6 35 Turn signal switch 3 14 V Valve clearance 6 17 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Wheel bearings checking 6 28 Wheel front 6 38 Wheel rear 6 40 Wheels 6 20 U4B1E0E0 book Page 2 Wednesday October 12 2005 2 32 PM ...

Page 105: ...U4B1E0E0 book Page 3 Wednesday October 12 2005 2 32 PM ...

Page 106: ...PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD PRINTED IN JAPAN 2005 10 0 3 1 CR E ...

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