2009 YAMAHA YZF-R1 headlight bulb

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Battery .......................................... 6-30
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-31
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 6-32
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-33
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-34
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-34
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ... 6-35
Supporting the motorcycle ............ 6-35
Front wheel ................................... 6-36
Rear wheel ................................... 6-38
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-39
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-41
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 ADJUSTMENT
6-32
6avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
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.
EAU39012
Replacing a headlight bulb This model is equipped with quartz bulb
headlights. If a headlight bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10650
Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:

Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.


Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of awattage higher than specified.1. Remove the headlight bulb cover
by turning it counterclockwise.
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler.
Specified 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
Steering damper fuse:
7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
15.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Headlight bulb cover
1
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6-33
6 3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.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.
EAU24181
Tail/brake light This model is equipped with an LED-
type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
1. Headlight coupler
1. Headlight bulb
2. Headlight bulb holder
1
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Chassis:Frame type:
Diamond
Caster angle:
24.00 °
Trail:
102.0 mm (4.02 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/Pilot POWER P
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D210FRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
190/55 ZR17M/C (75W)
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/ Pilot POWER
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D210Loading:Maximum load:
189 kg (417 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Loading condition:
90–189 kg (198–417 lb)
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
High-speed riding:
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT6.00Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
120.0 mm (4.72 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
120.0 mm (4.72 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ10S
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.6 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
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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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