2003 YAMAHA YZF-R1 key

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-9
3To adjust the display brightness
1. Turn the key to “OFF”.
2. Push and hold the “SELECT” but-
ton.
3. Turn the key to “ON”, and then, af-
ter five seconds, release the
“SELECT” button.
4. Push the “RESET” button to select
the desired display brightness lev-
el.
5. Push the “SELECT” button to con-
firm the selected display bright-
ness level. The control mode
changes to the engine speed indi-
cator light activity function.To set the engine speed indicator light
activity function1. Push the “RESET” button to select
one of the following indicator light
activity settings:
a. The indicator light will stay on
when activated. (This setting is se-
lected when the indicator light
stays on.)
b. The indicator light will flash when
activated. (This setting is selected
when the indicator light flashes
four times per second.)
c. The indicator light is deactivated;
in other words, it will not come on
or flash. (This setting is selected
when the indicator light flashes
once every two seconds.)
2. Push the “SELECT” button to con-
firm the selected indicator light ac-
tivity. The control mode changes
to the engine speed indicator light
activation function.To set the engine speed indicator light
activation functionNOTE:_ The indicator light activation function can
be set between 7,000 and 12,000 r/min
in increments of 500 r/min. _1. Push the “RESET” button to select
the desired engine speed for acti-
vating the indicator light.
2. Push the “SELECT” button to con-
firm the selected engine speed.
The control mode changes to the
engine speed indicator light deac-
tivation function.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3
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Turn signal switch “/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “”. When
released, the switch returns to the cen-
ter position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
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Horn switch “”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Hazard switch “”
With the key in the “ON” or “” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard light (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard light is used in case of an
emergency or to warn other drivers
when your motorcycle is stopped
where it might be a traffic hazard.
EC000006
CAUTION:_ Do not use the hazard light for an ex-
tended length of time, otherwise the
battery may discharge. _
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Engine stop switch “/”
Set this switch to “” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the motorcycle over-
turns or when the throttle cable is
stuck.
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Start switch “”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
EC000005
CAUTION:_ See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine. _1. Engine stop switch “/”
2. Start switch “”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-14
3
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Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
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Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock. 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
NOTE:_ The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly closed and locked. _
EWA00025
WARNING
_ Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding. _
1. Brake pedal
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-17
3
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Seats Rider seat
To remove the rider seatPull up the rear corners of the rider seat
as shown, remove the bolts, and then
pull the seat off.To install the rider seat
Insert the projection on the front of the
rider seat into the seat holder as
shown, place the seat in the original
position, and then install the bolts.Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seat
1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it counterclockwise.
2. While holding the key in that posi-
tion, lift the front of the passenger
seat and pull it forward.
1. Bolt (× 2)
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Passenger seat lock
2. Unlock.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-18
3
To install the passenger seat
1. Insert the projections on the rear
of the passenger seat into the seat
holder as shown, and then push
the front of the seat down to lock it
in place.
2. Remove the key.NOTE:_ Make sure that the seats are properly
secured before riding. _
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Helmet holders The helmet holders are located on the
bottom of the passenger seat.
To secure a helmet to a helmet
holder
1. Remove the passenger seat. (See
page 3-17 for passenger seat re-
moval and installation proce-
dures.)
2. Attach the helmet to a helmet
holder, and then securely install
the passenger seat.
EWA00015
WARNING
_ Never ride with a helmet attached to
a helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of
control and possibly an accident. _
ECA00128
CAUTION:_ Some helmets may contact the muf-
fler when secured to the right side
helmet holder because of their size
or shape. Be sure that your helmet
does not contact the muffler when it
is secured to the helmet holder. _To release a helmet from a helmet
holder
Remove the passenger seat, remove
the helmet from the helmet holder, and
then install the seat.
1. Projection (× 2)
2. Seat holder
1. Helmet holder (× 2)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
CD-01E
With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “”.
3. Turn the key to “ON”.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The clutch switch may be defective.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NO
NOTE:This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YESYES NO
The system is OK.
The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES NO
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5-1
5
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5-OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING
_

Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.


Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.


Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss
of control.
_
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Starting the engine In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:

The transmission is in the neutral
position.


The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
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WARNING
_

Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-26.


Never ride with the sidestand
down.
_1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “”.
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CAUTION:_ The following warning lights and in-
dicator light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.

Oil level warning light


Fuel level warning light


Coolant temperature warning
light


Engine speed indicator light


Engine trouble warning light
If a warning or indicator light does
not go off, see pages 3-3–3-5 for the
corresponding warning and indica-
tor light circuit check.
_2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.NOTE:_ When the transmission is in the neutral
position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit. _3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-4
5
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0–1,000 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
6,000 r/min.
1,000–1,600 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
7,000 r/min.
EC000052*
CAUTION:_ After 1,000 km of operation, the en-
gine oil must be changed and the oil
filter cartridge replaced. _1,600 km and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
EC000053
CAUTION:_

Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.


If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
_
NOTE:_ During and after the engine break-in
period, the exhaust heat may cause
discoloration of the exhaust pipe, but
this is normal. _
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Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
EW000058
WARNING
_

Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them.


Do not park on a slope or on
soft ground, otherwise the
motorcycle may overturn.
_
EC000062
CAUTION:_ Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass or
other flammable materials. _
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