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DIC183

14B-28199-10

YZFR1Y(C)

OWNER’S MANUAL

Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.

LIT-11626-22-78

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Page 1: ...DIC183 14B 28199 10 YZFR1Y C OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle LIT 11626 22 78...

Page 2: ...EAU10042 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U14B10E0 book Page 1 Friday November 21 2008 9 38 AM...

Page 3: ...ain 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 con...

Page 4: ...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 serious injury A NOTICE indicates...

Page 5: ...or Corporation U S A 1st edition November 2008 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed i...

Page 6: ...tool kit 7 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 7 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 7 4 Removing and installing cowlings and panels 7 9 Checking the spark plugs 7 12...

Page 7: ...7 39 Rear wheel 7 41 Troubleshooting 7 42 Troubleshooting charts 7 44 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 4 SPECIFICATIONS 9 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 10 1 Identifi...

Page 8: ...hey 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 avail...

Page 9: ...IFOLD PRESS SENSOR HOWTO LAYOUT FUEL HOSES 14B 2178A 00 FUEL DELIVERY FUELTANK FUEL PUMP FUELFILTER PRESS REGULATOR 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 NOTICE Cleaning with alkaline or acid cleaner gasoli...

Page 10: ...OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET eye protection and protective clothing PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY 91 Min Pump Octane R M 2 3JJ 28446 A1 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm2...

Page 11: ...ssenger The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traf fic is the predominating cause of automobile motorcycle accidents Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver w...

Page 12: ...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 lo...

Page 13: ...f the motorcycle to minimize imbalance or instabili ty Shifting weights can create a sud den imbalance Make sure that ac cessories and cargo are securely attached to the motorcycle before riding Check...

Page 14: ...ht distribution or aerody namic changes If accessories are added to the handlebar or front fork area they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories...

Page 15: ...absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping page 4 26 8 Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt for slow compression damping page 4...

Page 16: ...k page 4 21 5 Battery page 7 32 6 Owner s tool kit page 7 2 7 Fuel tank cap page 4 18 8 Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw page 4 24 9 Radiator cap page 7 16 10 Engine oil filler cap pag...

Page 17: ...6 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 15 3 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 4 Multi function meter unit page 4 6 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 25 6 Right handlebar switches page 4 15 7 Throttle...

Page 18: ...to the high speed range Mode A Mode A offers a sportier engine re sponse in the low to mid speed range compared to mode STD Mode B Mode B offers response that is some what less sharp compared to mode...

Page 19: ...the electrical systems will be switched off which may result in loss of control or an accident EAU10681 LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are off The key can be re moved To lock...

Page 20: ...model is also equipped with a self diagnosis device for the oil level detection circuit If a problem is detected in the oil level detection circuit the following cycle will be repeated until the malfu...

Page 21: ...occurs stop the engine immediately and allow the en gine to cool The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON The warning light should come on for a few seconds...

Page 22: ...th riding 40 116 C 104 242 F Temperature is displayed OK Go ahead with riding Above 117 C Above 243 F Temperature display flashes Warning light comes on Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until the...

Page 23: ...key is turned to ON or if the warning light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit EAU11574 Shift timing indicator light This indicator light can be set to come on and go off at...

Page 24: ...ctions a self diagnosis device a display brightness shift timing indicator light and throttle opening position display control mode TIP Be sure to turn the key to ON be fore using the SELECT and RE SE...

Page 25: ...d on the odometer display for five seconds 3 Push the RESET button or start switch to display the final split time or push the SELECT button to stop the stopwatch and display the total elapsed time Sp...

Page 26: ...MPG ODO If the fuel level warning light comes on see page 4 3 the display automatical ly changes to the fuel reserve tripmeter mode TRIP F and starts counting the distance traveled from that point In...

Page 27: ..._ km L AV_ _ _ L 100 km or AV_ _ _ MPG This display shows the average fuel consumption since it was last reset When the display is set to AV_ _ _ km L the average distance that can be traveled on 1 0...

Page 28: ...en the engine is running Drive mode display This display indicates which drive mode has been selected STD A or B For more details on the modes and on how to select them refer to pages 4 1 and 4 16 Coo...

Page 29: ...e display is selected A is displayed before the temperature Self diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self diag nosis device for various electrical cir cuits If a problem is detected in any...

Page 30: ...he indicator light is deactivat ed e Shift timing indicator light brightness This function allows you to ad just the brightness of the indi cator light to suit your preference f Throttle opening posit...

Page 31: ...e shift timing indicator light de activation function TIP The shift timing indicator light de activation function can be set be tween 7000 r min and 15000 r min From 7000 r min to 12000 r min the indi...

Page 32: ...o To signal a left hand turn push this switch to When re leased the switch returns to the center position To cancel the turn signal lights push the switch in after it has re turned to the center posit...

Page 33: ...he throttle grip must be completely closed in order to change the drive mode See page 4 1 for an explana tion of each drive mode TIP The mode is set to STD by de fault The STD mode resets when the key...

Page 34: ...ever toward the handle bar grip The brake lever is equipped with a brake lever position adjusting knob To adjust the distance between the brake lever and the handlebar grip turn the adjusting knob whi...

Page 35: ...ned To close the fuel tank cap 1 Push the fuel tank cap into position with the key inserted in the lock 2 Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position remove it and then close the lock cover...

Page 36: ...orate painted surfaces or plastic parts ECA10071 4 Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap WARNING EWA15151 Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or death Handle gaso line with care Never si...

Page 37: ...ed with a catalytic converter in the exhaust system WARNING EWA10862 The exhaust system is hot after op eration To prevent a fire hazard or burns Do not park the vehicle near possible fire hazards suc...

Page 38: ...down to lock it in place 2 Remove the key Rider seat To remove the rider seat 1 Remove the passenger seat 2 Pull up the corners on the rear of the rider seat as shown remove the bolts with the hexago...

Page 39: ...met to the helmet holder 1 Remove the passenger seat See page 4 21 2 Attach the helmet to the helmet holder and then securely install the passenger seat WARNING Never ride with a helmet at tached to t...

Page 40: ...r s Manual or other documents in the storage com partment be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so that they will not get wet When washing the vehicle be careful not to let any water enter the storage...

Page 41: ...he right front fork leg is equipped with a re bound damping force adjusting screw and the left front fork leg with a com pression damping force adjusting screw NOTICE ECA10101 To avoid damaging the me...

Page 42: ...e The compression damping force is ad justed on the left front fork leg only To increase the compression damping force and thereby harden the compres sion damping turn the adjusting screw in direction...

Page 43: ...ng force ad justing mechanism and to modify the specifications as necessary EAU47290 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust ing bol...

Page 44: ...ssion 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 1 Spring pre...

Page 45: ...nd understand the fol lowing information before handling the shock absorber assembly Do not tamper with or attempt to open the cylinder assembly Do not subject the shock ab sorber assembly to an open...

Page 46: ...em which cuts the ignition in certain situations See further down for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut off system WARNING EWA10240 The vehicle must not be ridden with the sidestand down or i...

Page 47: ...sion is in 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 cu...

Page 48: ...ove 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 The neutral switch may not be working correctly The mo...

Page 49: ...dealer Before using this vehicle check the following points ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage 4 19 Engine oil Check oil level in engin...

Page 50: ...free play and lubricate cable and grip housing 7 20 7 29 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 7 28 Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Check chain co...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...stop system The engine stops automatically if left idling for 20 minutes In this case the multi function meter unit indi cates error code 70 but this is not a malfunction Push the start switch to clea...

Page 53: ...ing hills etc The gear positions are shown in the il lustration TIP To shift the transmission into the neu tral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel an...

Page 54: ...d shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below EAU16841 Engine break in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period between 0 an...

Page 55: ...t may cause discoloration of the exhaust pipe but this is normal EAU17213 Parking When parking stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10311 Since the engine and exhaus...

Page 56: ...ning 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 ser vicing can lead to eye injury burns fire or carbo...

Page 57: ...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 mainte...

Page 58: ...Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace every 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months Replace Replace 3 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold Every 26600 mi 4200...

Page 59: ...k operation Adjust or replace cable 3 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 4 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Repla...

Page 60: ...ium soap based grease every 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months Repack 12 Steering damper Check operation and for oil leak age 13 Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fas teners Correct if neces...

Page 61: ...uspension link pivots Check operation Correct if necessary 23 Engine oil Change warm engine before draining 24 Engine oil filter car tridge Replace 25 Cooling system Check hoses for cracks or dam age...

Page 62: ...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 27 Control cables Apply Yam...

Page 63: ...7 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 U14B10E0 book...

Page 64: ...ing or panel needs to be re moved and installed EAU47251 Cowlings A and B To remove one of the cowlings 1 Remove the quick fastener screws and the quick fasteners and then take the cowling off 2 Disco...

Page 65: ...To remove one of the cowlings 1 Remove cowling A if removing cowling C or cowling B if remov ing cowling D See page 7 9 2 Remove the quick fastener screws 3 Slide the cowling forward to un hook its pr...

Page 66: ...all the quick fastener screws 3 Install cowling A or B EAU39061 Panels A and B To remove one of the panels Remove the bolts and then pull the panel off as shown To install the panel Place the panel in...

Page 67: ...ssive 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 t...

Page 68: ...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 then turn it off 3 Wait a few minutes until the oil set tles and then ch...

Page 69: ...An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer 6 Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O ring of the new oil filter cartridge TIP Make sure that the O ring is properly seated 7 Install t...

Page 70: ...tion do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the crankcase 10 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for...

Page 71: ...Make sure that the vehicle is posi tioned straight up when checking the coolant level A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading 2 Check the coolant level in the cool ant reservoir TIP Th...

Page 72: ...ng the bolts EAU47301 To change the coolant 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and let the engine cool if nec essary 2 Remove cowlings B and C See page 7 9 3 Place a container under the engine to...

Page 73: ...the recommended coolant into the radiator until it is full 13 Install the radiator cap start the engine let it idle for several min utes and then turn it off 14 Remove the radiator cap to check the co...

Page 74: ...s 17 Install the cowlings EAU36762 Air filter element The air filter element must be replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Have a Yamaha dealer replace...

Page 75: ...EAU21752 Tires To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motor cycle note the following points regarding the specified tires Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be...

Page 76: ...acement of all wheel and brake related parts includ ing the tires should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary professional knowl edge and experience Tire information Tire air pressure meas...

Page 77: ...fitted with super high 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 burstin...

Page 78: ...ting 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 in...

Page 79: ...in direction b EAU22390 Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals spec ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU...

Page 80: ...bove the minimum level mark and replenish if necessary A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage If the brake fluid level is low be sure to check the brake pads...

Page 81: ...rication chart In addition have the oil seals of the master cylinders and calipers as well as the brake hoses re placed at the intervals listed below or whenever they are damaged or leak ing Oil seals...

Page 82: ...ill overload the en gine as well as other vital parts of the motorcycle and can lead to chain slippage or breakage To prevent this from occurring keep the drive chain slack with in the specified limit...

Page 83: ...ve 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 substances that...

Page 84: ...he cable should be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart EAU44271 Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift pedals shou...

Page 85: ...should be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10731 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly ha...

Page 86: ...t fork compresses and rebounds smoothly NOTICE ECA10590 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU23283 Checking the steering Worn...

Page 87: ...severe burns Avoid any contact with skin eyes or clothing and al ways shield your eyes when working near batteries In case of contact administer the fol lowing FIRST AID EXTERNAL Flush with plenty of...

Page 88: ...he key is turned to OFF then discon nect the negative lead before disconnecting the positive lead ECA16302 2 If the battery will be stored for more than two months check it at least once a month and f...

Page 89: ...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...

Page 90: ...e a new headlight bulb into po sition and then secure it with the bulb holder 5 Connect the headlight coupler 6 Install the headlight bulb cover by turning it clockwise 7 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust t...

Page 91: ...lb 1 Remove the turn signal light unit by removing the screw 2 Remove the socket together with the bulb by turning it counter clockwise 3 Remove the burnt out bulb by pull ing it out 4 Insert a new bu...

Page 92: ...license plate light unit by removing the screws 2 Remove the socket together with the bulb by pulling it out 3 Remove the burnt out bulb by pull ing it out 4 Insert a new bulb into the socket 5 Insta...

Page 93: ...ped 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 stab...

Page 94: ...off the ground according to the procedure on page 7 38 3 Remove the brake hose holder and reflector on each side by re moving the bolt and nut 4 Remove the brake caliper on each side by removing the b...

Page 95: ...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 then pinch bolt A to the specified torque 8 Retighten pinch bolt B to the spec...

Page 96: ...a and push the wheel forward 6 Remove the drive chain from the rear sprocket TIP If the drive chain is difficult to re move remove the wheel axle first and then lift the wheel upward enough to remove...

Page 97: ...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...

Page 98: ...ODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 7 43 7 heaters or furnaces Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex plode causing severe injury or property damage U14B10E0 book Page 43 Friday November 21 2008 9 3...

Page 99: ...maha 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...

Page 100: ...d 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 recommend...

Page 101: ...lets with a plastic bag after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and covers as well as all electrical couplers and connectors including the spark plug caps are tightly in stalled 3 R...

Page 102: ...ld detergent and a soft clean sponge and then rinse thoroughly with clean water Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush for hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects will come off more easily if the area...

Page 103: ...ny remaining dirt 6 Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones etc 7 Wax all painted surfaces 8 Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it WARNING EWA11131 Contaminants on the b...

Page 104: ...electrodes are grounded This will limit spark ing during the next step d Turn the engine over several times with the starter This will coat the cylinder walls with oil WARNING To prevent dam age or i...

Page 105: ...ge replacement 3 93 L 4 15 US qt 3 46 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 73 L 2 89 US...

Page 106: ...17 lb Front 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Rear 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm 42 psi High speed riding Front 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Rear 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm 42 psi Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 17M...

Page 107: ...or 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 L...

Page 108: ...ification number The key identification 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 num...

Page 109: ...affixed to the frame under the passenger seat See page 4 21 Record the information on this la bel in the space provided This informa tion will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer...

Page 110: ...nd if it 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 Yamah...

Page 111: ...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 112: ...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 113: ...ATION 10 6 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 U14B10E0 book Page 6 Friday November...

Page 114: ...warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer In order for this warranty to remain in effect this inspection and registration must take place within ten 10 days after transfer An inspection and r...

Page 115: ...later 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...

Page 116: ...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 inclu...

Page 117: ...d protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number your frame number We ll be happy to help...

Page 118: ...22 High beam indicator light 4 3 Horn switch 4 15 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 30 Indicator and warning lights 4 3 K Key identification number 10 1 L Labels locatio...

Page 119: ...44 Turn signal indicator lights 4 3 Turn signal light bulb replacing 7 36 Turn signal switch 4 15 V Valve clearance 7 20 Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Warranty extended 10 9 Warranty limited 10...

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