2000 YAMAHA YZF-R1 air suspension

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Owner’s tool kit ..................................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.......... 6-2
Removing and installing cowlings and panels ..... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs .................................... 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........................... 6-8
Coolant .............................................................. 6-11
Cleaning the air filter element ............................ 6-15
Adjusting the carburetors ................................... 6-17
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................... 6-17
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .................. 6-18
Adjusting the valve clearance ............................ 6-18
Tires .................................................................... 6-19
Wheels ................................................................ 6-22
Adjusting the clutch lever free play .................... 6-22
Adjusting the brake pedal position ..................... 6-23
Adjusting the rear brake light switch .................. 6-24
Checking the front and rear brake pads ............. 6-24
Checking the brake fluid level ............................ 6-25
Changing the brake fluid .................................... 6-26
Drive chain slack................................................. 6-27
Lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-28Checking and lubricating the cables ................. 6-29
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip
and cable ........................................................ 6-29
Lubricating the brake pedal ............................... 6-30
Checking and lubricating the brake
and clutch levers ............................................. 6-30
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ............ 6-30
Lubricating the rear suspension ........................ 6-31
Checking the front fork ...................................... 6-31
Checking the steering ....................................... 6-32
Checking the wheel bearings ............................ 6-32
Battery ............................................................... 6-33
Replacing the fuses .......................................... 6-34
Replacing the headlight bulb ............................. 6-35
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ..................... 6-37
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...................... 6-37
Supporting the motorcycle ................................ 6-38
Front wheel ........................................................ 6-39
Rear wheel ......................................................... 6-41
Troubleshooting .................................................. 6-42
Troubleshooting charts ....................................... 6-43
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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*Wheel bearings• Check bearings for looseness or damage.
• Replace if necessary. Ö
13*Swingarm• Check swingarm pivoting point for play.
• Correct if necessary.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Ö
14 Drive chain• Check chain slack.
• Adjust if necessary. Make sure that the rear wheel is properly
aligned.
• Clean and lubricate.Every 1,000 km and after washing the
motorcycle or riding in the rain
15*Steering bearings• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
• Correct accordingly. ÖÖ
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 24,000 km
16*Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.ÖÖ
17 Sidestand• Check operation.
• Lubricate and repair if necessary.ÖÖ
18*Sidestand switch• Check operation.
• Replace if necessary.ÖÖ Ö
19*Front fork• Check operation and for oil leakage.
• Correct accordingly.Ö
20*Rear shock absorber
assembly• Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.
• Replace shock absorber assembly if necessary. Ö
21*Rear suspension relay
arm and connecting arm
pivoting points• Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.Ö
22*Carburetors• Check engine idling speed, synchronization and starter operation.
• Adjust if necessary.ÖÖ Ö
23 Engine oil• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
• Correct if necessary.
• Change. (Warm engine before draining.)ÖÖ Ö NO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSInitial
1,000 kmEvery Every
Annual
check
10,000 km 20,000 km
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EAU00658
TiresTo 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
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
before each ride.
EW000082
WARNING
@ l
The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
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The tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.
@
CE-??E
CE-??E
EWA00012
WARNING
@ Because loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking,
performance and safety characteris-
tics of your motorcycle, you should
keep the following precautions in
mind. l
NEVER OVERLOAD THE
MOTORCYCLE! Operation of an
overloaded motorcycle may re-
sult in tire damage, loss of con-
trol, or severe injury. Make surethat the total weight of rider,
passenger, cargo, and accesso-
ries does not exceed the speci-
fied maximum load for the
vehicle.
l
Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
l
Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
motorcycle and distribute the
weight evenly on both sides.
l
Adjust the suspension and tire
air pressure with regard to the
load.
l
Check the tire condition and air
pressure before each ride.
@
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Load* Front Rear
Up to 90 kg*250 kPa
2.50 kg/cm
2
2.50 bar250 kPa
2.50 kg/cm
2
2.50 bar
90 kg–
maximum*250 kPa
2.50 kg/cm
2
2.50 bar290 kPa
2.90 kg/cm
2
2.90 bar
High-speed riding250 kPa
2.50 kg/cm
2
2.50 bar250 kPa
2.50 kg/cm
2
2.50 bar
Maximum load* 201 kg
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accesso-
ries
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EAU03166
Lubricating the rear
suspension The pivoting points of the rear suspen-
sion must be lubricated at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU02939
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-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
EW000115
WARNING
@ Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over. @Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.To check the operation
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
EC000098
CAUTION:@ If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it. @
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Maximum load* 201 kg
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Up to 90 kg*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm
2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
90 kg–maximum*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
High-speed riding
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Front
Ty p e C a s t
Size 17 ´ MT 3.50
Rear
Ty p e C a s t
Size 17 ´ MT 6.00
Brakes
Front
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Fr o n t
Ty p e Te l e s c o p i c f o r k
Rear
Type Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber
Front Coil spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 135 mm
Rear 130 mm
Electrical system
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 365 W@ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Model GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 10 Ah
Headlight typeQuartz bulb (halogen)
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10-INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning ...................... 6-15
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .........................3-8BBattery ................................................... 6-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-30
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-25
Brake lever............................................. 3-11
Brake pedal............................................ 3-11
Brake pedal, lubricating.......................... 6-30
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-23CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-29
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-17
Care.........................................................7-1
Clutch lever ............................................ 3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-22
Controls and instruments .........................2-3
Conversion table ......................................8-5
Coolant .................................................. 6-11
Changing .......................................... 6-13
Checking .......................................... 6-11
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ................................................6-5DDrive chain, lubricating ........................... 6-28
Drive chain slack .................................... 6-27
Adjusting .......................................... 6-27
Checking .......................................... 6-27
EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed ............................... 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............... 6-8
Engine, starting a cold ............................. 5-1
Engine, starting a warm ........................... 5-3
EXUP system ........................................ 3-22FFront and rear brake pads, checking ..... 6-24
Front and rear suspension settings ........ 3-21
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 3-16
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-31
Front wheel ........................................... 6-39
Installing........................................... 6-40
Removing......................................... 6-39
Fuel ....................................................... 3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-13
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-34HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-9
Dimmer switch ................................... 3-9
Engine stop switch ............................. 3-9
Horn switch ........................................ 3-9
Light switch ........................................ 3-9
Pass switch ........................................ 3-9
Start switch ...................................... 3-10
Turn signal switch .............................. 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-35
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-15
IIdentification numbers ..............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-23
Indicator lights ..........................................3-2
Coolant temperature warning light ......3-3
Fuel level warning light .......................3-2
High beam indicator light ....................3-2
Neutral indicator light ..........................3-2
Oil level warning light ..........................3-3
Turn signal indicator light ....................3-2KKey identification number .........................9-1LLeft view...................................................2-1
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-22MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2
Motorcycle, supporting ...........................6-38OOwner’s tool kit ........................................6-1PParking.....................................................5-5
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1
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