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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
OWNER’S MANUAL
YZFR1Y(C)
LIT-11626-22-78 14B-28199-10
DIC183
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U14B10E0.book Page 1 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM EAU10042 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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U14B10E0.book Page 1 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM INTRODUCTION EAU10083 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YZFR1Y(C). This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields. This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If yo
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U14B10E0.book Page 1 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10132 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential 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 WARNING death or serious injury. A NOTICE indi
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U14B10E0.book Page 2 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10193 YZFR1Y(C) OWNER’S MANUAL ©2008 by Yamaha Motor 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 in Japan. P/N LIT-11626-22-78
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U14B10E0.book Page 1 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM TABLE OF CONTENTS LOCATION OF IMPORTANT Adjusting the shock absorber Checking the engine idling LABELS .............................................1-1 assembly ...................................4-26 speed ........................................ 7-19 Luggage strap holders .................4-29 Checking the throttle cable free SAFETY INFORMATION ..................2-1 Sidestand .....................................4-29 play ............
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U14B10E0.book Page 2 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM TABLE OF CONTENTS Battery ..........................................7-32 YAMAHA MOTOR Replacing the fuses ......................7-33 CORPORATION, U.S.A. Replacing a headlight bulb ...........7-34 STREET AND ENDURO Tail/brake light ..............................7-36 MOTORCYCLE LIMITED Replacing a turn signal light WARRANTY ............................. 10-7 bulb ...........................................7-36 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE R
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U14B10E0.book Page 1 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS EAU10383 Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. 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 1 is available from your Yamaha dealer. 1 2,3,4, 5 6,7 98 1-1
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U14B10E0.book Page 2 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 3 California only NOTICE Cleaning with alkaline or 1 acid cleaner, gasoline or VACUUM HOSE ROUTING solvent will damage windshield. Use neutral detergent. PRESS. SENSOR 4B5-2815K-00 #1 #2 #3 #4 INTAKE MANIFOLD 14B-21684-00 2 California only 4 California only EMISSION HOSE ROUTING HOW TO LAYOUT FUEL HOSES FUEL TANK FUEL TANK ATMOSPHERE FUEL PUMP CHARCOAL FUEL FILTER THROTTLE BODY CANISTER () FUEL DEL
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U14B10E0.book Page 3 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 5 8 WARNING BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ 1 THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS. ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET, eye protection, and protective clothing. 2 290 kPa, {2.90 kgf/cm }, 42psi PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY 91 Min. Pump Octane (R+M)/2 4C8-2118K-00 5VY-21668-00 6 9 LOAD LIMIT 1 kg {2 lbs} 4BR-24877-A0 7 3JJ-28446-A1 1-3
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U14B10E0.book Page 1 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM SAFETY INFORMATION EAU10283 Safe Riding Ride where other motorists can Perform the pre-operation checks each see you. Avoid riding in another time you use the vehicle to make sure it motorist’s blind spot. Be a Responsible Owner is in safe operating condition. Failure to Many accidents involve inexperi- As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- inspect or maintain the vehicle properly enced operators. In fact, many op- sible for the saf
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U14B10E0.book Page 2 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM SAFETY INFORMATION due to excessive speed or under- This motorcycle is designed for on- A passenger should also observe cornering (insufficient lean angle road use only. It is not suitable for the above precautions. for the speed). off-road use. Always obey the speed limit and Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning never travel faster than warrant- Protective apparel All engine exhaust contains carbon ed by road and traffic conditions. The
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U14B10E0.book Page 3 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM SAFETY INFORMATION Do not run engine in poorly venti- items, including such cargo as Maximum load: lated or partially enclosed areas sleeping bags, duffel bags, or 189 kg (417 lb) such as barns, garages, or car- tents, can create unstable han- ports. When loading within this weight limit, dling or a slow steering re- Do not run engine outdoors where keep the following in mind: sponse. engine exhaust can be drawn into Cargo and acces
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U14B10E0.book Page 4 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM SAFETY INFORMATION Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and limit suspension travel, steering tor and may limit control ability, Modifications travel or control operation, or ob- therefore, such accessories are While you may find aftermarket prod- scure lights or reflectors. not recommended. ucts similar in design and quality to Accessories fitted to the handle- Use caution when adding electri- genuine Yamaha accessories, recog- bar or the
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U14B10E0.book Page 1 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM DESCRIPTION EAU10410 Left view 1,2 4,5,6 3 3 13 12 11 10 9 7,8 1. Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 4-24) 8. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt (for slow compression damping) (page 4-26) 2. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 4-24) 9. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting bolt (page 4-26) 3. Coolant reservoir (page 7-16) 10.Shock absorber assembly rebound dampin
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U14B10E0.book Page 2 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM DESCRIPTION EAU10420 Right view 1,2,3 4 5,679 8 3 13 12 1110 1. Storage compartment (page 4-23) 9. Radiator cap (page 7-16) 10.Engine oil filler cap (page 7-13) 2. Luggage strap holder (page 4-29) 3. Helmet holder (page 4-22) 11.Engine oil level check window (page 7-13) 4. Passenger seat lock (page 4-21) 12.Rear brake light switch (page 7-24) 5. Battery (page 7-32) 13.Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 7-25) 6. Owner’s tool kit (page 7-2) 7
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U14B10E0.book Page 3 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM DESCRIPTION EAU10430 Controls and instruments 12 3 4 5 6 78 3 1. Clutch lever (page 4-16) 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 grip (page 7-20) 8. Brake lever (page 4-17) 3-3
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U14B10E0.book Page 1 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU47631 EAU10460 Mode “STD” D-mode (drive mode) Main switch/steering lock Mode “STD” is suitable for various D-mode is an electronically controlled riding conditions. engine performance system with three This mode allows the rider to enjoy mode selections (“STD”, “A”, and “B”). smooth and sporty drivability from the Push the drive mode switch “MODE” to low-speed range to the high-speed switch between mod
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U14B10E0.book Page 2 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To lock the steering To unlock the steering TIP 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. EAU10661 OFF All electrical systems are off. The key can be removed. 4 EWA10061 1. Push. 1. Push. 2. Turn. 2. Turn. WARNING Never turn the key to “OFF” or 1. Turn the handlebars all the way to Push the key in, and then turn
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U14B10E0.book Page 3 Friday, November 21, 2008 9:38 AM INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU11004 EAU11060 This model is also equipped with a Neutral indicator light“” Indicator and warning lights self-diagnosis device for the oil This indicator light comes on when the level detection circuit. If a problem 2 transmission is in the neutral position. 1 3 is detected in the oil level detection 4 circuit, the following cycle will be EAU11080 5 High beam indicator light“” repeated until the mal
