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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-1
4
EAU15596
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11151
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in
this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
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.6-20, 6-21
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-5
6
21*Rear suspension re-
lay arm and con-
necting arm
pivoting pointsCheck operation.√√√√
22 Engine oilChange.
Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage.√√√√√√
23Engine oil filter car-
tridgeReplace.√√√
24*Cooling systemCheck coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage.√√√√√
Change. Every 3 years
25*Front and rear brake
switchesCheck operation.√√√√√√
26Moving parts and
cablesLubricate.√√√√√
27*Throttle grip hous-
ing and cableCheck operation and free play.
Adjust the throttle cable free play
if necessary.
Lubricate the throttle grip housing
and cable.√√√√√
28*Lights, signals and
switchesCheck operation.
Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√√ 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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6-12
6 3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove pan-
el A to access the coolant reser-
voir. (See page 6-7.)
4. Remove the coolant reservoir cap,
add coolant to the maximum level
mark, and then install the reservoir
cap. WARNING! Remove only
the coolant reservoir cap. Never
attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine is hot.
[EWA15161]
NOTICE: If coolant is not
available, use distilled water or
soft tap water instead. Do not
use hard water or salt water
since it is harmful to the engine.If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with cool-
ant as soon as possible, other-
wise the cooling system will not
be protected against frost and
corrosion. If water has been
added to the coolant, have a
Yamaha dealer check the anti-
freeze content of the coolant as
soon as possible, otherwise the
effectiveness of the coolant will
be reduced.
[ECA10472]
5. Install the panel.
EAU33031
Changing the coolant
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.
WARNING! Never attempt to remove
the radiator cap when the engine is
hot.
[EWA10381]
1. Coolant reservoir
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1. Coolant reservoir cap
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to
the maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
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6-41
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 cap
while 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 coolant
as 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:
2140 mm (84.3 in)
Overall width:
770 mm (30.3 in)
Overall height:
1060 mm (41.7 in)
Seat height:
815 mm (32.1 in)
Wheelbase:
1460 mm (57.5 in)
Ground clearance:
135 mm (5.31 in)
Minimum turning radius:
3000 mm (118.1 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
FZ1-N 214.0 kg (472 lb)
FZ1-NA 221.0 kg (487 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder
Displacement:
998 cm³
Bore × stroke:
77.0 × 53.6 mm (3.03 × 2.11 in)
Compression ratio:
11.50 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
Type:
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40,
20W-40 or 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter cartridge replacement:
2.90 L (3.07 US qt, 2.55 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement:
3.10 L (3.28 US qt, 2.73 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):
2.25 L (2.38 US qt, 1.98 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
18.0 L (4.76 US gal, 3.96 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.4 L (0.90 US gal, 0.75 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:
2D11 20Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR9EK
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:
45/17 (2.647)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
–20 –10 0
1020 30 40 50 C 10 30 50 70 90 110 0 130 F
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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