Yamaha R7 2024 Owner'S Manual Download

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DIC183

YZFR7R/YZFR7RC (YZF-R7)

LIT-11626-37-52

BVA-28199-10

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MOTORCYCLE

OWNER’S MANUAL

Specifications

Consumer information

Motorcycle care and storage

Periodic maintenance and adjustment

For your safety – pre-operation checks

Instrument and control functions

Description

Safety information

Location of important labels

Operation and important riding points

Index

[English (E)]

Summary of Contents for R7 2024

Page 1: ...g this vehicle MOTORCYCLE OWNER S MANUAL Specifications Consumer information Motorcycle care and storage Periodic maintenance and adjustment For your safety pre operation checks Instrument and control...

Page 2: ...reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently...

Page 3: ...aintain these high standards it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual Yamaha...

Page 4: ...ial 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 death or s...

Page 5: ...a Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition July 2023 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed...

Page 6: ...system 7 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 7 5 Removing and installing cowlings 7 10 Checking the spark plugs 7 11 Canister for California 7 12 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge 7 12 Why...

Page 7: ...torage 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 4 Specifications 9 1 Consumer information 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Diagnostic connector 10 3 Use of your vehicle data 10 4 Reporting safet...

Page 8: ...e They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is av...

Page 9: ...AL AND ALL LABELS ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET eye protection and protective clothing 1TP 2118K A2 BAT 21686 00 SOLENOID VALVE NOTICE Cleaning with alkaline or acid cleaner gasoline or so...

Page 10: ...cause explosion Read owner s manual for instructions Do not incinerate puncture or open 4AA 22259 80 TIRE INFORMATION Cold tire normal pressure should be set as follows FRONT REAR 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm...

Page 11: ...Safe Riding Perform the pre operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi cle properly increases the possibilit...

Page 12: ...main tain control of the motorcycle The passenger should always hold onto the operator the seat strap or grab bar if equipped with both hands and keep both feet on the passenger footrests Never carry...

Page 13: ...cle is changed To avoid the possibility of an accident use extreme caution when adding cargo or accessories to your motorcycle Use extra care when riding a motorcycle that has added cargo or accessori...

Page 14: ...ange any of the vehicle s design or operation characteristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death You are responsible for injuries related to changes in the vehicle Keep...

Page 15: ...Transporting the Motorcycle Be sure to observe following instruc tions before transporting the motorcy cle in another vehicle Remove all loose items from the motorcycle Check that the fuel cock if eq...

Page 16: ...d damping force adjuster page 4 22 5 Shift pedal page 4 12 6 Spring preload adjuster page 4 22 7 Engine oil filler cap page 7 12 8 Engine oil level check window page 7 12 9 Engine oil drain bolt page...

Page 17: ...page 4 14 3 Spring preload adjuster page 4 19 4 Compression damping force adjuster page 4 19 5 Rebound damping force adjuster page 4 19 6 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 23 7 Brake pedal page 4 13...

Page 18: ...utch lever page 4 12 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 10 3 Multi function meter unit page 4 4 4 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 5 Right handlebar switches page 4 10 6 Throttle grip page 7 18 7 Brak...

Page 19: ...thout the engine running EAU10664 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10062 Never turn the key to OFF or LOCK while the vehicle is moving Otherwise the electrical syst...

Page 20: ...if the en gine oil pressure is low TIP When the vehicle is turned on the light should come on go off briefly and then remain on until the engine is start ed Otherwise have a Yamaha dealer check the ve...

Page 21: ...this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the on board diagnostic system TIP When the vehicle is turned on this light should come on for a few seconds and then go off Otherwise have a Yamaha dealer chec...

Page 22: ...its can be switched be tween kilometers and miles To switch the display units set the multi funtion display to the odometer or a tripmeter and then hold the SEL switch until the display units change E...

Page 23: ...ha dealer check the vehicle EAU93011 Clock The clock uses a 12 hour time system To set the clock 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 While holding the RES switch turn the vehicle on Continue hold ing the RES swi...

Page 24: ...Air_ _ F ODO TIP The fuel reserve tripmeter appears only when you are low on fuel Use the RES switch to change the display in the reverse order EAU86891 Odometer The odometer shows the total distance...

Page 25: ...m MPG the distance that can be traveled on 1 0 US gal of fuel TIP When traveling under 10 km h 6 mi h is displayed EAU87790 TIP The instantaneous fuel consumption function should be used for general r...

Page 26: ...ture display This display shows the air temperature from 16 F to 122 F in 1 F increments The temperature displayed may vary from the actual ambient temperature TIP When the temperature is over 122 F o...

Page 27: ...ft timing indi cator light is deactivated When this setting is selected the shift timing indicator light will flash once every 2 seconds until the next setting is selected using the RES switch or conf...

Page 28: ...h the SEL to confirm it EAU1234T Handlebar switches Left Right EAU12352 Pass switch Press this switch to flash the headlight TIP When the dimmer switch is set to the passing switch has no ef fect EAU1...

Page 29: ...ights simultaneous flashing of all turn signal lights The hazard lights are used in case of an emergency or to warn other drivers when your vehicle is stopped where it might be a traffic haz ard The h...

Page 30: ...wer gear move the shift pedal down See page 6 3 EAU93080 Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar To apply the front brake pull the lever toward the throttle grip The...

Page 31: ...gravel roads the brak ing distance may be longer with the ABS than without The ABS is monitored by an ECU which will revert the system to conven tional braking if a malfunction occurs TIP The ABS per...

Page 32: ...counterclockwise remove it and then close the lock cover TIP The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un less the key is in the lock In addition the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly closed a...

Page 33: ...ic parts ECA10072 4 Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap WARNING EWA15152 Gasoline is poisonous and can cau se injury or death Handle gasoline with care Never siphon gasoline by mouth If you sh...

Page 34: ...low hose For U49 models For California The breather hose prevents a vacuum condition from forming within the fuel tank The overflow hose drains excess gaso line and directs it safely away from the veh...

Page 35: ...more than a few minutes Long idling can cause a build up of heat EAU93101 Seats Passenger seat To remove the passenger seat 1 Insert the key into the seat lock and then turn it clockwise 2 Lift the fr...

Page 36: ...ion on the frame cross mem ber as shown and then place the seat in the original position 2 Install the bolts with the hexagon wrench 3 Insert the hexagon wrench back into the original position 4 Place...

Page 37: ...pring preload on both fork legs equally otherwise poor handling and loss of stability may result Each front fork leg is equipped with a spring preload adjusting bolt the right front fork leg is equipp...

Page 38: ...s and then count the clicks in di rection b TIP Be sure to perform this adjustment on the right fork leg TIP When turning the damping force adjuster in direction a the 0 click position and the 1 click...

Page 39: ...stops and then count the clicks in di rection b TIP Be sure to perform this adjustment on the left fork leg TIP When turning the damping force adjuster in direction a the 0 click position and the 1 cl...

Page 40: ...and extension bar in the additional tool kit to make this adjustment Rebound damping force Turn the adjusting screw in direction a to increase the rebound damping for ce Turn the adjusting screw in d...

Page 41: ...en flame or other high heat source This may cause the unit to ex plode due to excessive gas pressure Do not deform or damage the cylinder in any way Cylinder damage will result in poor damping perform...

Page 42: ...ct the operator resulting in a possible loss of control Yamaha s ignition circuit cut off system has been designed to assist the operator in fulfilling the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be...

Page 43: ...s stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Pull the clutch lever 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden YES NO YES NO YES NO The neutral switch may not...

Page 44: ...nts ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage Check fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose for obstructions cracks or damage and check hose...

Page 45: ...e grip free play and lubricate ca ble and grip housing 7 18 7 28 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 7 27 Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Check c...

Page 46: ...ghtened Tighten if necessary Instruments lights signals and switches Check operation Correct if necessary Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut off system If system is not working c...

Page 47: ...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...

Page 48: ...have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle 3 Shift the transmission into the neutral position 4 Start the engine by pushing the start switch 5 Release the start switch when the engine starts or after 5 s...

Page 49: ...designed to withstand the shock of forced shifting EAU16682 To start out and accelerate 1 Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch 2 Shift the transmission into first gear The neutral indicator l...

Page 50: ...er rev This could cause loss of control an accident and injury It could also cause engine or drive train dam age EAU64150 Recommended shift points The recommended shift points during acceleration and...

Page 51: ...rforming maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine while...

Page 52: ...manual and the tools provided in the tool kits are intended to assist you in the perfor mance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs However a torque wrench and other tools are necessary to perf...

Page 53: ...0 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 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace if...

Page 54: ...l system for dam age Replace if necessary 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 1...

Page 55: ...Check the error codes 2 Air filter element Replace Every 24000 mi 37000 km 3 Air filter check hose Clean 4 Clutch Check operation Adjust or replace cable 5 Front brake Check operation fluid level and...

Page 56: ...chain lubricant thoroughly Every 500 mi 800 km and after washing the motorcycle riding in the rain or riding in wet areas 14 Steering bearings Check bearing assemblies for looseness Moderately repack...

Page 57: ...ront fork Check operation and for oil leak age Replace if necessary 23 Shock absorber as sembly Check operation and for oil leak age Replace if necessary 24 Rear suspension link pivots Apply lithium s...

Page 58: ...eakage Change coolant Every 3 years 28 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 29 Control cables Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly 30 Throttle grip Check...

Page 59: ...very 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 or sooner if cracked or damaged UBVA10E0 b...

Page 60: ...quick fastener screws and then pull cowling A off as shown 2 Remove the bolts and nut and then pull cowling B off as shown To install the cowling 1 Place cowling B in its original po sition and then...

Page 61: ...cessive carbon or other deposits it should be replaced Before installing a spark plug the spark plug gap should be measured with a wire thickness gauge and if necessary adjusted to specification Clean...

Page 62: ...ine oil level 1 Place the vehicle on a level surfa ce and hold it in an upright posi tion A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading 2 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and...

Page 63: ...TIP Skip steps 6 8 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 6 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench TIP An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer 7 Apply a thin...

Page 64: ...her Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the crankcase 11 Check the O ring for damage and replace it if necessary 12 Install and tighten the engine oil filler cap 13 Start the engine and then le...

Page 65: ...ake sure the final oil clears our performance standards Thus Yamalube mineral semisynthetic and synthetic oils have their own distinct characters and value Yamaha s expe rience gained over many years...

Page 66: ...place it with cool ant as soon as possible other wise the cooling system will not be protected against frost and corrosion If water has been added to the coolant have a Yamaha dealer check the anti fr...

Page 67: ...n unusually wet or dusty areas However the air filter check hose can be easily reached and should be frequently checked and cleaned if necessary To clean the air filter check hose 1 Remove the air fil...

Page 68: ...cold EAU78723 Tires Tires are the only contact between the vehicle and the road Safety in all con ditions of riding depends on a relatively small area of road contact Therefore it is essential to mai...

Page 69: ...swise lines have a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately The replacement of all wheel and brake related parts includ ing the tires should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary professi...

Page 70: ...d below have been approved for this model by Yamaha WARNING EWA10601 This motorcycle is fitted with super high speed tires Note the following points in order to make the most ef ficient use of these t...

Page 71: ...formance adverse han dling characteristics and a short ened tire life EAU22083 Adjusting the clutch lever free play Measure the clutch lever free play as shown Periodically check the clutch lever free...

Page 72: ...Yamaha dealer bleed the system be fore operating the vehicle Air in the hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance which may re sult in loss of control and an acci dent EAU36505 Brake lig...

Page 73: ...ha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU46292 Rear brake pads Each rear brake pad is provided with wear indicator grooves which allow you to check the brake pad wear with out having to disassembl...

Page 74: ...or dust does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boil ing point of the fluid and may re sult in vapor lock and dirt may clog the ABS hydraulic unit va...

Page 75: ...e chain slack there should be no weight on the motorcycle 2 Shift the transmission into the neutral position 3 Push down on the drive chain un der the end of the drive chain guard 4 Measure distance A...

Page 76: ...ng the alignment marks on each side of the swingarm make sure that both drive chain slack adjusting plates are in the same position for proper wheel alignment 3 Tighten the axle nut and then tighten t...

Page 77: ...the drive chain dry 3 Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O ring chain lubricant NOTICE Do not use engine oil or any other lubri cants for the drive chain as they may contain substanc...

Page 78: ...lled Even though the cover is installed correctly it does not completely protect the cable from wa ter entry Therefore use care not to pour water directly onto the cover or cable when washing the vehi...

Page 79: ...hould be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10732 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly hav...

Page 80: ...fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the condition Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakag...

Page 81: ...und See page 7 35 WARNING To avoid injury se curely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10752 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for ward and...

Page 82: ...space KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER IES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat tery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged Keep in mind that the...

Page 83: ...ual circuits are located under the rider seat See page 4 17 TIP To access the main fuse remove the starter relay cover as shown If a fuse is blown replace it as follows 1 Turn the key to OFF and turn...

Page 84: ...e plate light bulb this model s lights are all LED If an LED light does not come on check the fuses and then have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle If the license plate light does not come on check an...

Page 85: ...until it stops 6 Place the license plate light unit in the original position and then in stall the bolts EAU67131 Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a centerstand use main...

Page 86: ...ire any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment parts Imita...

Page 87: ...a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug s Have a Yamaha dealer ch...

Page 88: ...pped press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap TIP If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recomm...

Page 89: ...oads may be salted as a de icing method it s im portant to clean the vehicle thor oughly to remove road salt and avoid corrosion Wheel spokes bolts nuts and other unpainted met al parts can be especia...

Page 90: ...off any degreaser and spray down the vehicle with a garden hose Use only enough pressure to do the job Avoid spraying wa ter directly into the muffler instru ment panel air inlet or other inner areas...

Page 91: ...x all painted surfaces using a non abrasive wax or use a detail spray for motorcycles YAMALUBE Spray Polish Ins tant Detailer 8 When finished cleaning start the engine and let it idle for several mi n...

Page 92: ...he fuel cock lever to the off position 5 For vehicles with a carburetor To prevent fuel deposits from build ing up drain the fuel in the carbu retor float chamber into a clean container Retighten the...

Page 93: ...moisture from entering it 10 Remove the battery and fully char ge it or attach a maintenance charger to keep the battery opti mally charged NOTICE Confirm that the battery and its charger are compatib...

Page 94: ...l grade API service SG type or higher JASO standard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 2 30 L 2 43 US qt 2 02 Imp qt With oil filter removal 2 60 L 2 75 US qt 2 29 Imp qt Coolant quantity Coolant reser...

Page 95: ...rgo and accessories Front brake Type Hydraulic dual disc brake Rear brake Type Hydraulic single disc brake Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Rear suspension Type Swingarm link suspension Electrica...

Page 96: ...R ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER EAU26401 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record this num...

Page 97: ...tamped into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU48271 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The Vehicle Emission Control Info...

Page 98: ...Consumer information 10 3 10 EAU69910 Diagnostic connector The diagnostic connector is located as shown 1 Diagnostic connector 1 1 1 UBVA10E0 book Page 3 Wednesday August 9 2023 9 43 AM...

Page 99: ...tool to the vehicle only when maintenance checks or service procedures are performed How will we use your vehicle data Yamaha use collected data from your vehicle 1 to conduct adequate maintenance ser...

Page 100: ...LE PURPOSE of above provided contact information is TO RESPOND DATA PROCESSING INQUIRY AND OTHER KINDS OF INQUIRIES WILL NOT BE RESPONDED Please provide the following information for the proper han dl...

Page 101: ...finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Yamaha Motor C...

Page 102: ...le for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or...

Page 103: ...der that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 40...

Page 104: ...ation 10 9 10 36000 mi 55000 km or 54 months 40000 mi 61000 km or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks UBVA10E0 book Page 9 Wednesday August...

Page 105: ...sequent purchaser it is imperative that the machine be inspected and registered for warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer In order for this warranty to remain in effect this inspection an...

Page 106: ...er date Each Yamaha motorcycle dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Is the warranty transferable to second owners Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be...

Page 107: ...ered repairs There s no deductible to pay and repairs aren t pro rated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is i...

Page 108: ...protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your VIN number and we ll be happy to help you get the Y E S cov...

Page 109: ...overheating 7 38 Engine serial number 10 1 Engine stop switch 4 11 Engine trouble warning light 4 3 F Front and rear brake pads checking 7 23 Front fork adjusting 4 19 Front fork checking 7 30 Fuel 4...

Page 110: ...ip and cable checking and lubricating 7 28 Throttle grip free play checking 7 18 Tires 7 18 Tool kits 7 2 Transmission gear display 4 5 Troubleshooting 7 36 Troubleshooting chart 7 37 Turn signal indi...

Page 111: ...right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha enginee...

Page 112: ...DIC183 This Owner s manual is also available online at the Yamaha Owner s Manual Library https www yamahamotorsports com yamaha manuals PRINTED IN JAPAN 2023 09 2 2 1 CR E...

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