2008 YAMAHA FZ1-N wheel bolts

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-3
4
Throttle gripMake sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-16, 6-25
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.6-25
Drive chainCheck chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary.6-23, 6-24
Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-16, 6-19
Brake and shift pedalsMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.6-26
Brake and clutch leversMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-26
SidestandMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-27
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switchesCheck operation.
Correct if necessary.—
Sidestand switchCheck operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.3-25 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-3
6
8*Brake hosesCheck for cracks or damage.√√√√√
Replace. Every 4 years
9*WheelsCheck runout and for damage.√√√√
10*TiresCheck tread depth and for dam-
age.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.√√√√√
11*Wheel bearingsCheck bearing for looseness or
damage.√√√√
12*SwingarmCheck operation and for exces-
sive play.√√√√
13 Drive chainCheck chain slack, alignment and
condition.
Adjust and lubricate chain with a
special O-ring chain lubricant
thoroughly.Every 1000 km (600 mi) and after washing the motorcycle or riding in the rain
14*Steering bearingsCheck bearing play and steering
for roughness.√√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
15*Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened.√√√√√
16Brake lever pivot
shaftLubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
17Brake pedal pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√ 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)
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63. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by pulling it out.
4. Remove the defective bulb by pull-
ing it out.5. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
6. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in.
7. Install the auxiliary light coupler
bracket by installing the screws.
8. Install the headlight unit by install-
ing the bolts.
EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
1. Screw
2. Auxiliary light coupler bracket
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
1. Auxiliary light bulb
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6 a jack either under each side of the
frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
EAU44790
Front wheel (FZ1-N)
WARNING
EWA14840
For the ABS model, have a Yamahadealer remove and install the wheel.
EAU39391
To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10820


It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer service the wheel.


Securely support the motor-
cycle so that there is no dangerof it falling over.
1. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolt, then the wheel axle and the
brake caliper bolts.2. Lift the front wheel off the ground
according to the procedure on
page 6-36.
3. Remove the brake hose holder on
each side by removing the bolt and
nut.
4. Remove the brake caliper on each
side by removing the bolts.
1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
2. Wheel axle
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6
CAUTION:
ECA11050
Do not apply the brake after the
brake calipers have been removed,
otherwise the brake pads will beforced shut.
5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
EAU39400
To install the front wheel
1. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.
2. Insert the wheel axle.3. Lower the front wheel so that it is
on the ground.
4. Install the brake calipers by install-
ing the bolts.
NOTE:Make sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake calipers onto the brakediscs.
5. Install the brake hose holders by
installing the bolt and nut.
6. Tighten the wheel axle, the wheel
axle pinch bolt and the brake cali-
per bolts to the specified torques.
7. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
EAU44800
Rear wheel (FZ1-N)
WARNING
EWA14840
For the ABS model, have a Yamahadealer remove and install the wheel.
EAU25311
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10820


It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer service the wheel.


Securely support the motor-
cycle so that there is no dangerof it falling over.
1. Loosen the axle nut.
1. Brake hose holder
2. Bolt and nut
3. Brake caliper bolt
4. Brake caliper
Tightening torques:
Wheel axle:
72 Nm (7.2 m·kgf, 52 ft·lbf)
Front wheel axle pinch bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf)
Brake caliper bolt:
40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 29 ft·lbf)
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6 2. Lift the rear wheel off the ground
according to the procedure on
page 6-36.
3. Remove the axle nut.
4. Loosen the locknut on each side of
the swingarm.
5. Turn the drive chain slack adjust-
ing bolts fully in direction (a) and
push the wheel forward.
6. Remove the drive chain from the
rear sprocket.
NOTE:

If the drive chain is difficult to re-
move, remove the wheel axle first,
and then lift the wheel upward
enough to remove the drive chain
from the rear sprocket.


The drive chain cannot be disas-sembled.
7. While supporting the brake caliper
bracket, pull the wheel axle out,
and then remove the wheel.
CAUTION:
ECA11070
Do not apply the brake after the
wheel has been removed together
with the brake disc, otherwise thebrake pads will be forced shut.
EAU39411
To install the rear wheel
1. Install the wheel and the brake cal-
iper bracket by inserting the wheel
axle from the left-hand side.NOTE:

Make sure that the slot in the brake
caliper bracket is fit over the retain-
er on the swingarm.


Make sure that there is enough
space between the brake pads be-fore installing the wheel.
1. Axle nut
2. Locknut
3. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
4. Brake caliper
5. Brake caliper bracket
1. Wheel axle
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