2001 YAMAHA YZF-R1 headlight bulb

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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 .......................... 6-9
Coolant .............................................................. 6-12
Cleaning the air filter element ............................ 6-15
Adjusting the carburetors ................................... 6-17
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................... 6-18
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .................. 6-18
Adjusting the valve clearance ............................ 6-19
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
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers .................................................... 6-30
Lubricating the brake pedal ............................... 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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EC000103
CAUTION:@ Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly a
fire. @3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAU00826
Replacing the headlight bulb This motorcycle is equipped with a
quartz bulb headlight. If the headlight
bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the headlight
bulb cover.2. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the defective
bulb.1. Headlight coupler
2. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight bulb holder
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EW000119
WARNING
@ Headlight bulbs get very hot. There-
fore, keep flammable products away
from a lit headlight bulb, and do not
touch the bulb until it has cooled
down. @3. Place a new bulb into position, and
then secure it with the bulb holder.
EC000104
CAUTION:@ Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:l
Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosi-
ty of the bulb, 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.
l
Headlight lens
• Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the head-
light lens.
• Do not use a headlight bulb of
a wattage higher than
specified.
@4. Install the bulb cover, and then
connect the coupler.
5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
1. Do not touch this area.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
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
Type Cast wheel
Size 17 ´ MT 3.50
Rear
Type Cast wheel
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
Front Telescopic fork
Rear 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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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Bulb voltage, wattage ´ quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ´ 2
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ´ 2
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ´ 4
Auxiliary light 12 V, 5 W ´ 2
Meter lighting LED
Neutral indicator light LED
High beam indicator light LED
Turn signal indicator light LED
Fuel level warning light LED
Oil level warning light LED
Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Headlight fuse 20 A
Signaling system fuse 20 A
Radiator fan fuse 10 A
Ignition fuse 15 A
Odometer fuse 10 A
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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 light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-24
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-24
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
Conversion table ......................................8-5
Coolant .................................................. 6-12
Changing .......................................... 6-13
Checking .......................................... 6-12
Coolant temperature warning light............3-3
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ................................................6-5DDimmer switch .........................................3-9
Drive chain, lubricating ........................... 6-28
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-27
Adjusting .......................................... 6-27
Checking .......................................... 6-27EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............... 6-9
Engine stop switch................................... 3-9
EXUP system ........................................ 3-22FFront and rear suspension settings ........ 3-21
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 3-16
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-31
Fuel ....................................................... 3-12
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-2
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-13
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-34HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-35
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-15
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-9IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Idling speed, adjusting ........................... 6-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................. 3-23
Indicator and warning lights ..................... 3-2
KKey identification number .........................9-1LLight switch ..............................................3-9
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-22MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level warning light ...............................3-3PParking.....................................................5-5
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seats .....................................................3-14
Passenger seat .................................. 3-14
Rider seat .........................................3-14
Self-diagnosis devices .............................3-7
Shifting .....................................................5-3
Shift pedal ..............................................3-10
Shift points (for Switzerland only) .............5-4
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ......3-18
Sidestand ...............................................3-23
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