1999 YAMAHA YZF-R7 checking oil

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CHK
ADJCHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE STEERING HEAD/
CHECKING THE FRONT FORK
d. Hold the spring gauge at a 45˚ angle
from the handlebar, pull the spring
gauge, and record the measurement
when the handlebar starts to turn.
e. Repeat the above procedure on the
opposite handlebar.
f. If the steering head tension is out of
specification (both handlebars should
be within specification), remove the
upper bracket and loosen or tighten
the upper ring nut.
g. Reinstall the upper bracket and mea-
sure the steering head tension again
as described above.
h. Repeat the above procedure until the
steering head tension is within speci-
fication.
i. Grasp the bottom of the front fork
legs and gently rock the front fork.
Looseness or binding ® Adjust the
steering head.
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Steering head tension
200 ~ 500 g (7.06 ~ 17.65 oz)
EB304141
CHECKING THE FRONT FORK
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
WARNINGWARNING
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
2. Check:
• inner tube 1
Damage/scratches ® Replace.
• dust seal 2
• oil seal
Oil leakage ® Replace.
3. Hold the motorcycle upright and apply
the front brake.
4. Check:
• front fork operation
Push down hard on the handlebars
several times and check if the front
fork rebounds smoothly.
Rough movement ® Repair.
Refer to “FRONT FORK” in chapter 7.

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CHK
ADJ
CHECKING THE TIRES
EB304170
CHECKING THE TIRES
The following procedure applies to both of
the tires.
1. Measure:
• tire pressure
Out of specification ® Regulate.
WARNINGWARNING
• The tire pressure should only be
checked and regulated when the tire
temperature equals the ambient air
temperature.
• The tire pressure and the suspension
must be adjusted according to the
total weight (including cargo, rider,
passenger and accessories) and the
anticipated riding speed.
• Operation of an overloaded motorcy-
cle could cause tire damage, an acci-
dent or an injury.
NEVER OVERLOAD THE MOTORCYCLE.
* total of cargo, rider and accessories
WARNINGWARNING
It is dangerous to ride with a worn-out
tire. When the tire tread reaches the
wear limit, replace the tire immediately.Basic weight
(with oil
and a full
fuel tank)207 kg (456 lb)
Maximum
load*317 kg (699 lb)
Cold tire
pressureFront Rear
Up to 90 kg
(198 lb)
load*250 kPa
(2.5 kgf/cm
2,
36 psi)250 kPa
(2.5 kgf/cm2,
36 psi)
90 kg (198 lb)
~ maximum
load*250 kPa
(2.5 kgf/cm
2,
36 psi)290 kPa
(2.9 kgf/cm2,
41 psi)
High-speed
riding250 kPa
(2.5 kgf/cm
2,
36 psi)250 kPa
(2.5 kgf/cm2,
36 psi)

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CHK
ADJ
EB304200
CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE
CABLES
The following procedure applies to all of
the cable sheaths and cables.
WARNINGWARNING
Damaged cable sheaths may cause the
cable to corrode and interfere with its
movement. Replace damaged cable
sheaths and cables as soon as possible.
1. Check:
• cable sheath
Damage ® Replace.
2. Check:
• cable operation
Rough movement ® Lubricate.
NOTE:
Hold the cable end upright and pour a
few drops of lubricant into the cable
sheath or use a suitable lubing device.
EB304210
LUBRICATING THE LEVERS AND PEDALS
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-
metal moving parts of the levers and ped-
als.
EB304220
LUBRICATING THE SIDESTAND
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-
metal moving parts of the sidestand.
EB304240
LUBRICATING THE REAR SUSPENSION
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-
metal moving parts of the rear suspension.
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or a suitable cable
lubricant
Recommended lubricant
Lithium soap base grease
Recommended lubricant
Lithium soap base grease
Recommended lubricant
Molybdenum disulfide grease
CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE CABLES/
LUBRICATING THE LEVERS AND PEDALS/LUBRICATING THE
SIDESTAND/LUBRICATING THE REAR SUSPENSION

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CHK
ADJ
EB305020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CHECKING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY
WARNINGWARNING
Batteries generate explosive hydrogen
gas and contain electrolyte which is
made of poisonous and highly caustic
sulfuric acid.
Therefore, always follow these preven-
tive measures:
• Wear protective eye gear when han-
dling or working near batteries.
• Charge batteries in a well-ventilated
area.
• Keep batteries away from fire, sparks
or open flames (e.g., welding equip-
ment, lighted cigarettes).
• DO NOT SMOKE when charging or
handling batteries.
• KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTE
OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
• Avoid bodily contact with electrolyte
as it can cause severe burns or perma-
nent eye injury.
FIRST AID IN CASE OF BODILY CON-
TACT:
EXTERNAL
• Skin – Wash with water.
• Eyes – Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get immediate medical attention.
INTERNAL
• Drink large quantities of water or milk
followed with milk of magnesia,
beaten egg or vegetable oil. Get
immediate medical attention.
ACHTUNG:CAUTION:
• This is a sealed battery. Never remove
the sealing caps because the balance
between cells will not be maintained
and battery performance will deterio-
rate.
• Charging time, charging amperage
and charging voltage for an MF bat-
tery are different from those of con-
ventional batteries. The MF battery
should be charged as explained in the
charging method illustrations. If the
battery is overcharged, the electrolyte
level will drop considerably. There-
fore, take special care when charging
the battery.
CHECKING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY

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ENGVALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS
3. Remove:
• valve cotters 1
NOTE:
Remove the valve cotters by compress-
ing the valve spring with the valve spring
compressor 2 and attachment 3.
Valve spring compressor
90890-04019
Attachment
(for the intake valve)
90890-04114
(for the exhaust valve)
90890-04108
4. Remove:
• upper spring seat 1
• valve springs 2
• lower spring seat 3
• valve 4
• oil seal 5
NOTE:
Identify the position of each part very
carefully so that it can be reinstalled in
its original place.
EB403400
CHECKING THE VALVES AND VALVE
GUIDES
The following procedure applies to all of
the valves and valve guides.
1. Measure:
• valve stem-to-valve guide clearance
Out of specification ® Replace the
valve guide.Valve stem-to-valve guide clearance =
Valve guide inside diameter a –
Valve stem diameter b
Valve stem-to-valve guide
clearance
Intake
0.005 ~ 0.029 mm
(0.0002 ~ 0.0011 in)
: 0.06 mm (0.0024 in)
Exhaust
0.010 ~ 0.034 mm
(0.0004 ~ 0.0013 in)
: 0.07 mm (0.0028 in)

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ENGVALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS
5. Measure:
• valve margin thickness a
Out of specification ® Replace the
valve.
6. Measure:
• valve stem runout
Out of specification ® Replace the
valve.
NOTE:
• When installing a new valve, always
replace the valve guide.
• If the valve is removed or replaced,
always replace the oil seal.
Valve margin thickness
Intake
0.9 ~ 1.2 mm
(0.028 ~ 0.047 in)
Exhaust
1.0 ~ 1.3 mm
(0.039 ~ 0.051 in)
Valve stem runout
0.01 mm (0.0004 in)
EB403410
CHECKING THE VALVE SEATS
The following procedure applies to all of
the valves and valve seats.
1. Eliminate:
• carbon deposits
(from the valve face and valve seat)
2. Check:
• valve seat
Pitting/wear ® Replace the cylinder
head.
3. Measure:
• valve seat width a
Out of specification ® Replace the cyl-
inder head.
Valve seat width
0.9 ~ 1.1 mm
(0.035 ~ 0.043 in)
: 1.6 mm (0.06 in)

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ENGSHIFT SHAFT
EB408401
CHECKING THE SHIFT SHAFT
1. Check:
• shift shaft 1
Bends/damage/wear ® Replace.
• shift shaft spring 2
Damage/wear ® Replace.
EB408410
CHECKING THE STOPPER LEVER
1. Check:
• stopper lever 1
Bends/damage ® Replace.
Roller turns roughly ® Replace the
stopper lever.
EB408703
INSTALLING THE SHIFT SHAFT
1. Install:
• shift shaft spring stopper 1
• stopper lever spring 2
• stopper lever 3
NOTE:
• Apply locking agent (LOCTITE®) to the
threads of the shift shaft spring stop-
per.
• Hook the ends of the stopper lever
spring onto the stopper lever and the
crankcase boss.
• Mesh the stopper lever with the shift
drum segment assembly.
T R..22 Nm (2.2 m · kg, 16 ft · lb)
2. Install:
• shift shaft 1
• spacer
NOTE:
• Lubricate the oil seal lips with lithium
soap base grease.
• Install the end of the shift shaft spring
onto the shift shaft spring stopper 2.

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ENGOIL PAN AND OIL PUMP
EB411100
REMOVING THE OIL PAN
1. Remove:
• oil level switch 1
• oil pan 2
• oil pan gasket
• dowel pins
NOTE:
Loosen each bolt 1/4 of a turn at a time,
in stages and in a crisscross pattern.
After all of the bolts are fully loosened,
remove them.
REMOVING THE OIL PUMP
1. Remove:
• oil/water pump assembly driven
sprocket
Flywheel puller
90890-01080
EB411400
CHECKING THE OIL PUMP
1. Check:
• oil/water pump assembly driven
sprocket 1
• oil pump housing 2
Cracks/damage/wear ® Replace the
defective part(-s).
2. Measure:
• inner rotor-to-outer rotor tip clearance
a
• outer rotor-to-oil pump housing clear-
ance b
Out of specification ® Replace the oil
pump.
1 Inner rotor
2 Outer rotor
3 Oil pump housing
Inner rotor-to-outer rotor tip
clearance
0.09 ~ 0.15 mm
(0.004 ~ 0.006 in)
Outer rotor-to-oil pump hous-
ing clearance
0.03 ~ 0.08 mm
(0.001 ~ 0.003 in)