2003 YAMAHA YZF-R1 Owners Manual

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YAMAHA YZF-R1 2003  Owners Manual INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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

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YAMAHA YZF-R1 2003  Owners Manual U5PWE1.book  Page 27  Monday, July 8, 2002  10:28 AM

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YAMAHA YZF-R1 2003  Owners Manual PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Pre-operation check list  ..................................................................... 4-1
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YAMAHA YZF-R1 2003  Owners Manual 4-1
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4-PRE-OPERATION CHECKSThe condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly,
even if the vehicle remains unused

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YAMAHA YZF-R1 2003  Owners Manual PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.6-31
Drive chainCheck chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if ne

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YAMAHA YZF-R1 2003  Owners Manual PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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NOTE:_ Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very
short time; and the added safety it assures is

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YAMAHA YZF-R1 2003  Owners Manual OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Starting the engine  ............................................................................ 5-1
Shifting .................................................

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YAMAHA YZF-R1 2003  Owners Manual 5-1
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5-OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING
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Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
gardin