2008 YAMAHA YZF-R1 turn signal bulb

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-37
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-37
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-38
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ... 6-38
Supporting the motorcycle ............ 6-39
Front wheel ................................... 6-40
Rear wheel ................................... 6-42
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-43
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-44
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE.......................................... 7-1
Matte color caution ......................... 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ...........................................7-4
SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION............. 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-34
6
CAUTION:
ECA10640
Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly afire.
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.
EAU42930
Replacing a headlight bulb This model is equipped with quartz bulb
headlights. If a headlight bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.
To replace a high beam headlight
bulb
1. Remove panel C (if replacing the
left headlight bulb) or panel D (if re-
placing the right headlight bulb).
(See page 6-6.)
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the bulb cover.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
25.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A × 2
Turn signal light fuse:
7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
1. High beam headlight bulb
2. Low beam headlight bulb
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6-37
6 5. Connect the headlight coupler.
6. Install the headlight bulb cover by
turning it clockwise.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
EAU24180
Tail/brake light This model is equipped with an LED
type of tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU24202
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw.CAUTION:
ECA11190
Do not overtighten the screw, other-wise the lens may break.1. Screw
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Electrical system:Ignition system:
Transistorized coil ignition (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ10S
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.6 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W × 4
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 2
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light:
LEDTurn signal indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Shift timing indicator light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
25.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A × 2
Turn signal light fuse:
7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
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INDEXThrottle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-27
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-43
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-44
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-37
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-14VValve clearance .................................... 6-18
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-30
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-40
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-42
Wheels .................................................. 6-21
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