2008 YAMAHA FZ1-N fuel

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-18
3
EAU39450
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose Before operating the motorcycle:

Check the fuel tank breather/over-
flow hose connection.


Check the fuel tank breather/over-
flow hose for cracks or damage,
and replace it if damaged.


Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather/overflow hose is not
blocked, and clean it if necessary.
EAU13442
Catalytic converters This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
WARNING
EWA10860
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down before do-ing any maintenance work.CAUTION:
ECA10700
The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.

Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.


Never park the vehicle near pos-
sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.


Do not allow the engine to idletoo long.
EAU39322
Seats Passenger seat
To remove the passenger seat1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it counterclockwise.
2. Pull the passenger seat forward,
and then lift it up.
To install the passenger seat1. Place the passenger seat in the
original position, and then push the
rear of the seat down to lock it in
place.
1. Fuel tank breather/overflow hose
2. Original position (paint mark)
1. Passenger seat lock
2. Unlock.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
4
EAU15605
Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
FuelCheck fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-17
Engine oilCheck oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-9
CoolantCheck coolant level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
Check cooling system for leakage.6-11
Front brakeCheck operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-21, 6-21
Rear brakeCheck operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-21, 6-21
ClutchCheck operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-19
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-3
5
CAUTION:
ECA10260


Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle for long dis-
tances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when
the engine is running. Inade-
quate lubrication may damage
the transmission.


Always use the clutch while
changing gears to avoid damag-
ing the engine, transmission,
and drive train, which are not
designed to withstand theshock of forced shifting.
EAU16810
Tips for reducing fuel con-
sumption Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:

Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.


Do not rev the engine while shifting
down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the engine.


Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length of
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or at railroad crossings).
EAU16841
Engine break-in There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For
this reason, you should read the follow-
ing material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that might
result in engine overheating must be
avoided.
EAU17091
0–1000 km (0–600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 6000
r/min.
1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 7200
r/min.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-2
6
EAU1770A
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart NOTE:

The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the UK, a
mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead.


From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi).


Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technicalskills.
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
(24000 mi)
1*Fuel lineCheck fuel hoses for cracks or
damage.√√√√√
2*Spark plugsCheck condition.
Clean and regap.√√
Replace.√√
3*ValvesCheck valve clearance.
Adjust.Every 40000 km (24000 mi)
4 Air filter elementReplace.√
5ClutchCheck operation.
Adjust.√√√√√
6*Front brakeCheck operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage.√√√√√√
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
7*Rear brakeCheck operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage.√√√√√√
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-4
6
18Clutch lever pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
19Shift pedal pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
20 SidestandCheck operation.
Lubricate.√√√√√
21*Sidestand switchCheck operation.√√√√√√
22*Front forkCheck operation and for oil leak-
age.√√√√
23*Shock absorber as-
semblyCheck operation and shock ab-
sorber for oil leakage.√√√√
24*Rear suspension re-
lay arm and con-
necting arm
pivoting pointsCheck operation.√√√√
25*Fuel injectionAdjust engine idling speed and
synchronization.√√√√√√
26 Engine oilChange.
Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage.√√√√√√
27Engine oil filter car-
tridgeReplace.√√√
28*Cooling systemCheck coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage.√√√√√
Change. Every 3 years
29*Front and rear brake
switchesCheck operation.√√√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-13
6 The coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. Have a
Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
EAU39362
Replacing the air filter element The air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the rider seat. (See page
3-18.)
2. Remove the cowling bolts, and
then pull the cowling off.
3. Remove the fuel tank bolts.4. Lift the front of the fuel tank, and
then tilt it back and away from the
air filter case. (Do not disconnect
the fuel hoses!)
WARNING
EWA10410


Make sure that the fuel tank is
well supported.
1. Cowling
2. Bolt
1. Bolt
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-14
6


Do not tilt or pull the fuel tank
too much, otherwise the fuel
hoses may come loose, whichcould cause fuel leakage.
5. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
CAUTION:
ECA12880
When removing the air filter case
cover, be careful not to allow foreign
objects to drop into the air intakemanifold.
6. Pull the air filter element out.7. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case.
CAUTION:
ECA10480


Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the
air filter case.


The engine should never be op-
erated without the air filter ele-
ment installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) maybecome excessively worn.
8. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws.
9. Place the fuel tank in the original
position and install the bolts.
WARNING
EWA11360


Before placing the fuel tank in
the original position, make sure
that the fuel hoses are not dam-
aged. If any fuel hose is dam-
aged, do not start the engine but
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the hose, otherwise fuel may
leak.


Make sure that the fuel hoses
are properly connected and
routed, and not pinched.


Be sure to place the fuel tank
breather hose and the fuel tank
overflow hose in the original po-sition.
1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover
1. Air filter element
2. Air intake manifold
1. Fuel tank breather/overflow hose
2. Original position (paint mark)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-16
6
EAU21382
Checking the throttle cable
free play The throttle cable free play should mea-
sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the
throttle grip. Periodically check the
throttle cable free play and, if neces-
sary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
EAU21401
Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU21771
Tires To 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.
WARNING
EWA10500


The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).


The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approvedfor this model.
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