Yamaha YZFR1A, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...DIC183 1KB 28199 10 YZFR1A C OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle LIT 11626 24 47...

Page 2: ...EAU10042 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U1KB10E0 book Page 1 Tuesday August 3 2010 10 36 AM...

Page 3: ...tain 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 co...

Page 4: ...y 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 indicate...

Page 5: ...otor Corporation U S A 1st edition July 2010 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in...

Page 6: ...king 6 4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 7 1 Owner s tool kit 7 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 7 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 7 5 Removing and installi...

Page 7: ...ary light bulb 7 38 Supporting the motorcycle 7 39 Front wheel 7 39 Rear wheel 7 41 Troubleshooting 7 43 Troubleshooting charts 7 44 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 St...

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: ...NIFOLD 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 gasol...

Page 10: ...tective clothing PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY 91 Min Pump Octane R M 2 3JJ 28446 A1 1 kg 2 lbs 4BR 24877 A0 LOAD LIMIT Cold tire normal pressure should be set as follows Up to 90 kg 198 lbs load 250...

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 l...

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: ...front fork area they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of the motorcycle due to aerody namic effects Win...

Page 15: ...e downs or suitable straps that are attached to solid parts of the mo torcycle such as the frame or up per front fork triple clamp and not for example to rubber mounted handlebars or turn signals or p...

Page 16: ...absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping page 4 27 8 Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt for slow compression damping page 4...

Page 17: ...k page 4 21 5 Battery page 7 33 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 25 9 Radiator cap page 7 16 10 Engine oil filler cap pag...

Page 18: ...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 19: ...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 ST...

Page 20: ...electrical systems will be switched off which may result in loss of control or an accident EAU10683 LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are off The key can be re moved To lock the...

Page 21: ...his 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 m...

Page 22: ...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 23: ...16 C 104 242 F Coolant temperature is dis played OK Go ahead with riding Above 117 C Above 248 F Coolant temperature flashes Warning light comes on Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until the cool...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...stopwatch Split time measurement 1 Push the RESET button to start the stopwatch 2 Push the start switch or RE SET button to measure split times Split times are displayed on the odometer display for fi...

Page 27: ...he tripmeter modes TRIP 1 and TRIP 2 the instanta neous fuel consumption mode km L L 100 km or MPG and the average fuel consumption mode AVE_ _ _ km L AVE_ _ _ L 100 km or AVE_ _ _ MPG in the followin...

Page 28: ...m h 6 0 mi h _ _ _ is displayed Average fuel consumption mode The average fuel consumption display can be set to either AVE_ _ _ km L AVE_ _ _ L 100 km or AVE_ _ _ MPG This display shows the average f...

Page 29: ...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 Coolant temperature...

Page 30: ...turning the key to OFF When the air intake temperature display is selected A is displayed before the temperature Self diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self diag nosis device for various...

Page 31: ...u to se lect the engine speed at which the indicator light is activated d Shift timing indicator light deac tivation This function allows you to se lect the engine speed at which the indicator light i...

Page 32: ...r min From 7000 r min to 12000 r min the indicator light can be set in increments of 500 r min From 12000 r min to 15000 r min the indica tor light can be set in increments of 200 r min 1 Push the RES...

Page 33: ...returns to the odometer or tripmeter mode EAU12348 Handlebar switches Left Right EAU12400 Dimmer switch Set this switch to for the high beam and to for the low beam EAU12460 Turn signal switch To sign...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...lever 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 w...

Page 36: ...ened 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 cove...

Page 37: ...te 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 siphon...

Page 38: ...e fuel system or vehicle performance problems EAU48990 Fuel tank breather overflow hose TIP For California See page 7 13 for breather hose information Before operating the motorcycle Check the fuel ta...

Page 39: ...o ing any maintenance work Do not allow the engine to idle more than a few minutes Long idling can cause a build up of heat NOTICE ECA10701 Use only unleaded gasoline The use of leaded gasoline will c...

Page 40: ...install the rider seat 1 Insert the projections into the seat holders as shown then place the seat in the original position 2 Install the bolts with the hexagon wrench 3 Insert the hexagon wrench bac...

Page 41: ...release the helmet from the hel met holder Remove the passenger seat remove the helmet from the helmet holder and then install the seat EAU14463 Storage compartment The storage compartment is located...

Page 42: ...ition of the rider footrests Left side Right side EAU47260 Rear view mirrors The rear view mirrors of this vehicle can be folded forward for parking in narrow spaces Fold the mirrors back to their ori...

Page 43: ...ng bolt on each fork leg in di rection a To decrease the spring pre load and thereby soften the suspension turn the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in direction b Align the appropriate groove on the a...

Page 44: ...differences in production the actual number of clicks always represents the entire adjusting range To obtain a precise adjustment it would be advisable to check the num ber of clicks of each damping f...

Page 45: ...t in direction a To de crease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension turn the adjust ing bolt in direction b Rebound damping force To increase the rebound damping force and thereby harde...

Page 46: ...ARNING EWA10221 This shock absorber assembly con tains highly pressurized nitrogen gas Read and understand the fol lowing information before handling the shock absorber assembly Do not tamper with or...

Page 47: ...with your foot while holding the vehicle upright TIP The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situations See page 4 30 for an ex...

Page 48: ...ctions It prevents starting when the trans mission 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 i...

Page 49: ...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 The neutral switch may not be working correctly The m...

Page 50: ...points ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage Check fuel tank breather overflow hose for obstructions cracks or damage and check hose conn...

Page 51: ...tle grip free play and lubricate cable and grip housing 7 19 7 29 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 7 29 Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Check...

Page 52: ...ightened 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...

Page 53: ...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 cle...

Page 54: ...e for starting off accelerating climbing 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 unti...

Page 55: ...ecommended 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 bet...

Page 56: ...at 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 exhau...

Page 57: ...performing 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 whil...

Page 58: ...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 59: ...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 necessary 2 Spark plugs...

Page 60: ...tem Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Replace any damaged parts if necessary No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4000 mi 7000 km or 6 months 8...

Page 61: ...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 62: ...with lithium 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 Correc...

Page 63: ...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 64: ...ears 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 27 Control cables Apply Ya...

Page 65: ...cowling or panel needs to be re moved and installed EAU47252 Cowlings A and B To remove a cowling 1 Remove the quick fastener screws and the quick fasteners and then take the cowling off 2 Disconnect...

Page 66: ...d D To remove a cowling 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 projecti...

Page 67: ...install the quick fastener screws 3 Install cowling A or B EAU39062 Panels A and B To remove a panel Remove the bolts and then pull the panel off as shown To install a panel Place the panel in the or...

Page 68: ...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 69: ...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 70: ...ench TIP 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 I...

Page 71: ...e for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking im mediately turn the engine off and check for the cause TIP After the engine is started the engine oil level warning light sh...

Page 72: ...inimum level mark remove the coolant reservoir cover by remov ing the bolts remove the coolant reservoir cap and then add cool ant to the maximum level mark WARNING Remove only the coolant reservoir c...

Page 73: ...t to re move the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA10381 5 Remove the coolant drain bolt and its gasket to drain the cooling sys tem 6 Remove the coolant reservoir cov er by removing the bolts an...

Page 74: ...the radiator If necessary add sufficient coolant until it reaches the top of the radia tor and then install the radiator cap 15 Start the engine and then check the vehicle for coolant leakage If cool...

Page 75: ...ne idling speed Check the engine idling speed and if necessary have it corrected by a Yamaha dealer EAU21384 Checking the throttle grip free play The throttle grip free play should mea sure 3 0 5 0 mm...

Page 76: ...njury or death from loss of control The tire air pressure must be checked and adjusted on cold tires i e when the temperature of the tires equals the ambient temperature The tire air pressure must be...

Page 77: ...sary professional knowl edge and experience to do so Ride at moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire surface must first be broken in for it to develop its optimal characteristics Tire inf...

Page 78: ...must be warmed up before a high speed run Always adjust the tire air pres sure according to the operating conditions EAU21962 Cast wheels To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of...

Page 79: ...in direction b TIP If the specified clutch lever free play cannot be obtained as described above proceed as follows 1 Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in direction a to loos en the cl...

Page 80: ...loss of control and an acci dent EAU22273 Brake light switches The brake light which is activated by the brake pedal and brake lever should come on just before braking takes ef fect If necessary adjus...

Page 81: ...ove almost appears have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU46291 Rear brake pads Each rear brake pad is provided with wear indicator grooves which allow you to check the brake pad wear...

Page 82: ...ater does not en ter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock Brake fluid may deteriorate paint ed surfaces o...

Page 83: ...ve chain turn the drive chain slack adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in direc tion a To loosen the drive chain turn the adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in direction b and then p...

Page 84: ...rain or riding in wet areas 1 Clean the drive chain with kero sene and a small soft brush NOTICE To prevent damaging the O rings do not clean the drive chain with steam cleaners high pressure washers...

Page 85: ...be checked before each ride In addi tion the cable should be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance chart The throttle cable is equipped with a rubber c...

Page 86: ...r The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommended lu...

Page 87: ...periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU23272 Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic main te...

Page 88: ...the ground See page 7 39 for more information WARNING To avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10751 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and t...

Page 89: ...g it in an enclosed 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 Ke...

Page 90: ...ee page 4 21 If a fuse is blown replace it as follows 1 Turn the key to OFF and turn off the electrical circuit in question 2 Remove the blown fuse and then install a new fuse of the specified amperag...

Page 91: ...ulb 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...

Page 92: ...eadlight coupler 6 Install the headlight bulb cover by turning it clockwise 7 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary EAU24181 Tail brake light This model is equipped with an LED t...

Page 93: ...tall the socket together with the bulb by turning it clockwise 6 Install the turn signal light unit by installing the screw EAU24313 Replacing the license plate light bulb 1 Remove the license plate l...

Page 94: ...e it as follows 1 Remove panel A if replacing the left auxiliary light bulb or panel B if replacing the right auxiliary light bulb See page 7 9 2 Remove the auxiliary light bulb socket together with t...

Page 95: ...the frame in front of the rear wheel 2 Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand To service the rear wheel Raise the rear wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand or if...

Page 96: ...Install the brake calipers by install ing the bolts and then tightening them to the specified torque TIP Make sure that there is enough space between the brake pads before install ing the brake calip...

Page 97: ...remove the rear wheel WARNING EWA10821 To avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over 1 Loosen the axle nut 2 Lift the rear wheel off the ground according to the...

Page 98: ...otherwise the brake pads will be forced shut ECA11071 EAU25663 To install the rear wheel 1 Install the wheel and the brake cal iper bracket by inserting the wheel axle from the left hand side TIP Be...

Page 99: ...uire 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 Imit...

Page 100: ...r 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 vehic...

Page 101: ...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 102: ...tlets 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...

Page 103: ...ild 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 104: ...any 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...

Page 105: ...ark plugs and then place the spark plugs on the cylinder head so that the electrodes are grounded This will limit spark ing during the next step d Turn the engine over several times with the starter T...

Page 106: ...MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 8 5 8 TIP Make any necessary repairs before storing the motorcycle U1KB10E0 book Page 5 Tuesday August 3 2010 10 36 AM...

Page 107: ...rtridge 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 8...

Page 108: ...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 C x MT3 50 Rear whee...

Page 109: ...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 Steeri...

Page 110: ...tification 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 nu...

Page 111: ...en ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer EAU48540 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label is affixed on the air filter case cover This label sho...

Page 112: ...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 113: ...cle 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 o...

Page 114: ...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 115: ...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 U1KB10E0 book Page 6 Tuesday August 3...

Page 116: ...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...

Page 117: ...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 ca...

Page 118: ...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 119: ...ed 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 hel...

Page 120: ...cing 7 34 H Handlebar switches 4 15 Headlight bulb replacing 7 35 Helmet holder 4 23 High beam indicator light 4 3 Horn switch 4 15 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 30 I...

Page 121: ...harts 7 44 Turn signal indicator lights 4 3 Turn signal light bulb replacing 7 37 Turn signal switch 4 15 V Valve clearance 7 20 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 10 2 Vehicle identification...

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