2009 YAMAHA YZF-R1 coolant

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-42
6Engine overheating
WARNING
EWAT1040


Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.


Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the de-
tent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the capwhile turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolantas soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
2070 mm (81.5 in)
Overall width:
715 mm (28.1 in)
Overall height:
1130 mm (44.5 in)
Seat height:
835 mm (32.9 in)
Wheelbase:
1415 mm (55.7 in)
Ground clearance:
135 mm (5.31 in)
Minimum turning radius:
3500 mm (137.8 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
206.0 kg (454 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder
Displacement:
998.0 cm³
Bore × stroke:
78.0 × 52.2 mm (3.07 × 2.06 in)
Compression ratio:
12.70 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 15W-40,
SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
3.73 L (3.94 US qt, 3.28 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
3.93 L (4.15 US qt, 3.46 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
2.73 L (2.89 US qt, 2.40 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
18.0 L (4.76 US gal, 3.96 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.1 L (0.82 US gal, 0.68 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
Type/quantity:
45EIDW/1
Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/LMAR9E-J
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
65/43 (1.512)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
47/17 (2.765)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
38/15 (2.533)
2nd:
33/16 (2.063)
3rd:
37/21 (1.762)
4th:
35/23 (1.522)
5th:
30/22 (1.364)
6th:
33/26 (1.269)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55 W × 2
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:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Steering damper warning light:
LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LEDShift timing indicator light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
50.0 A
Headlight fuse:
20.0 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
Steering damper fuse:
7.5 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
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INDEXAAir filter element .................................... 6-17
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................... 3-18
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-35BBattery................................................... 6-30
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-27
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-27
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-23
Brake lever ............................................ 3-21
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-21CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-26
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-24
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-20
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-21
Coolant.................................................. 6-14
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-5
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing................................................ 6-7DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-19
D-mode (drive mode) .............................. 3-1
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-25
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-24EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............ 6-11
Engine stop switch ................................ 3-19Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-8
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-22
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-28
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-28
Fuel....................................................... 3-22
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-5
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ......... 3-24
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-22
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-31HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-18
Hazard switch ....................................... 3-19
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-32
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-26
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-5
Horn switch ........................................... 3-19IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-34
Immobilizer system ................................. 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 3-8
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-34
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-33MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-3
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1Model label .............................................. 9-2
Multi-function meter unit .......................... 3-9
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-5OOil level warning light .............................. 3-5PParking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-19RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-22
Rear view mirrors .................................. 3-28
Rider footrest position, adjusting ........... 3-27SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-25
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-20
Shift timing indicator light ........................ 3-8
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-30
Sidestand .............................................. 3-33
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-28
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 6-10
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch............................................ 3-19
Steering, checking................................. 6-29
Steering damper warning light ................ 3-8
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment............................ 3-27
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-35TTail/brake light ....................................... 6-33
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