1999 YAMAHA YZF-R7 engine

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CHK
ADJADJUSTING THE SHIFT PEDAL/
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK
EB304081
ADJUSTING THE SHIFT PEDAL
NOTE:
The shift pedal position is determined
by the installed shift rod length a.
1. Measure:
• installed shift rod length a
Incorrect ® Adjust.
2. Adjust:
• installed shift rod length a
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a. Loosen both locknuts 1.
b. Turn the shift rod 2 in direction b or
c to obtain the correct shift pedal
position.
c. Tighten both locknuts.
d. Make sure that the installed shift rod
length is within specification.
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Installed shift rod length
294 mm (11.57 in)
Direction bInstalled shift rod length
decreases.
Direction cInstalled shift rod length
increases.
1
1
1
1
a a
b bc
c
EB304092
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK
NOTE:
The drive chain slack must be checked at
the tightest point on the chain.
ACHTUNG:CAUTION:
A drive chain that is too tight will over-
load the engine and other vital parts,
and one that is too loose can skip and
damage the swingarm or cause an acci-
dent. Therefore, keep the drive chain
slack within the specified limits.
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
WARNINGWARNING
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
NOTE:
Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand
so that the rear wheel is elevated.

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CHK
ADJLUBRICATING THE DRIVE CHAIN/
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE STEERING HEAD
EB304100
LUBRICATING THE DRIVE CHAIN
The drive chain consists of many interact-
ing parts. If the drive chain is not main-
tained properly, it will wear out rapidly.
Therefore, the drive chain should be ser-
viced, especially when the motorcycle is
used in dusty areas. This motorcycle has a
drive chain with small rubber O-rings
between each side plate. Steam cleaning,
high-pressure washing, certain solvents,
and the use of a coarse brush can damage
these O-rings. Therefore, use only kerosine
to clean the drive chain. Wipe the drive
chain dry and thoroughly lubricate it with
engine oil or chain lubricant that is suitable
for O-ring chains. Do not use any other
lubricants on the drive chain since they may
contain solvents that could damage the O-
rings.
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or chain lubricant
suitable for O-ring chains
EB304130
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE
STEERING HEAD
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
WARNINGWARNING
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
NOTE:
Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand
so that the front wheel is elevated.
2. Check:
• steering head
Grasp the bottom of the front fork legs
and gently rock the front fork.
Looseness/binding ® Adjust the steer-
ing head.

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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

ENG

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ENGINE
EB400011
OVERHAULING THE ENGINE
ENGINE
T R..70 Nm (7.0 m • kg, 50 ft • Ib)
T R..10 Nm (1.0 m • kg, 7.2 ft • Ib)
T R..10 Nm (1.0 m • kg, 7.2 ft • Ib)
LTLT
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2 1314
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1
New

Order Job/Part Q’ty Remarks
Removing the drive sprocket
Remove the parts in the order listed.
Bottom cowling and front cowling Refer to “COWLINGS” in chapter 3.
1 Locknut 2 Loosen.
2 Shift rod 1
3 Shift arm 1
4 Starter cable 1
5 Starter knob 1
6 Clutch release cylinder 1
7 Dowel pin 2
4

ENG

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ENGINE
T R..70 Nm (7.0 m • kg, 50 ft • Ib)
T R..10 Nm (1.0 m • kg, 7.2 ft • Ib)
T R..10 Nm (1.0 m • kg, 7.2 ft • Ib)
LTLT
1 3
2 1314
128 5 46791110
1
New

Order Job/Part Q’ty Remarks
8 Speed sensor 1
9 Drive sprocket cover 1
10 Oil seal support plate 1
11 Dowel pin 2
12 Push rod #2 1
13 Lock washer 1
14 Drive sprocket 1
For installation, reverse the removal
procedure.
4

ENG

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ENGINE
T R..20 Nm (2.0 m • kg, 14 ft • Ib)
T R..20 Nm (2.0 m • kg, 14 ft • Ib)
T R..24 Nm (2.4 m • kg, 17 ft • Ib)
T R..10 Nm (1.0 m • kg, 7.2 ft • Ib)
T R..20 Nm (2.0 m • kg, 14 ft • Ib)
1
2
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7New
T R..38 Nm (3.8 m • kg, 27 ft • Ib)
T R..28 Nm (2.8 m • kg, 20 ft • Ib)

Order Job/Part Q’ty Remarks
Removing the exhaust assembly
Remove the parts in the order listed.
Rear cowling Refer to “COWLINGS” in chapter 3.
Coolant Drain.
Refer to “CHANGING THE COOLANT”
in chapter 3.
Radiator assembly Refer to “RADIATOR AND THERMO-
STAT” in chapter 5.
1 Muffler 1
2 Spring 4
3 Exhaust pipe assembly 1
4 Exhaust pipe joint 1 1
5 Exhaust pipe joint 2 2
6 Exhaust pipe joint 4 1
7 Exhaust pipe joint gasket 4
For installation, reverse the removal
procedure.

ENG

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ENGINE
Order Job/Part Q’ty Remarks
Disconnecting the leads and hoses
Disconnect the parts in the order listed.
Fuel tank and air filter case cover Refer to “FUEL TANK AND AIR FILTER
COVER” in chapter 3.
Air filter case and throttle body
assemblyRefer to “ELECTRONIC FUEL INJEC-
TION” in chapter 6.
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge Drain.
Refer to “CHANGING THE ENGINE
OIL” in chapter 3.
Oil cooler and thermostat assembly Refer to “OIL COOLER” and “THER-
MOSTAT ASSEMBLY” in chapter 5.
1 Battery negative lead 1
2 Battery positive lead 1
ACHTUNG:CAUTION:
First, disconnect the negative lead,
then the positive lead.

ENG

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ENGINE
Order Job/Part Q’ty Remarks
3 Crankcase breather hose 1
4 Ignition coil 4
5 Camshaft sensor 1
6 Starter motor lead 1 Disconnect.
7 Ground lead 1 Disconnect.
8 Starter motor 1
9 Pickup coil coupler 1 Disconnect.
10 Plastic clip 1
11 Stator coil assembly coupler 1 Disconnect.
12 Sidestand switch coupler 1
13 Oil level switch connector 1 Disconnect.
14 Neutral switch 1
For connecting, reverse the disconnec-
tion procedure.