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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:
ITEMCHECKS PAGE
Fuel  Check fuel level in fuel tank.
 Refuel if necessary.
 Check fuel line for leakage.
 Check fuel tank breather hose and overflow
 hose for obstructions, cracks or dam-
age, and check hose connections. 3-17, 3-18
Engine oil  Check oil level in engine.
 If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
 Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-10
Coolant  Check coolant level in reservoir.
 If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
 Check cooling system for leakage. 6-13
Front brake  Check 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 specified brake fluid to specified level.
 Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-23, 6-23
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-6
6
21*Rear suspension re-
lay arm and con-
necting arm 
pivoting points  Check operation.
√√√√
22 Engine oil  Change.
 Check oil level and vehicle for oil 
leakage. √√√√√√
23 Engine oil filter car-
tridge  Replace.
√√√
24 *Cooling system  Check coolant level and vehicle 
for coolant leakage. √√√√√
 Change with ethylene glycol anti- freeze coolant. Every 3 years
25 *Front and rear brake 
switches  Check operation.
√√√√√√
26 Moving parts and 
cables  Lubricate.
√√√√√
27 *Throttle grip  Check operation.
 Check throttle grip free play, and 
adjust if necessary.
 Lubricate cable and grip housing. √√√√√
28 *Lights, signals and 
switches  Check operation.
 Adjust headlight beam.
√√√√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER 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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6-14
6If 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] EAU40054
Replacing the air filter element The air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Replace the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the rider seat. (See page 3-19.)
2. Remove panels A and B. (See page 6-8.)
3. Remove the fuel tank cowling bolts, and then pull the fuel tank
cowling off.
4. Remove the fuel tank bolts.
1. Coolant reservoir capCoolant reservoir capacity (up to 
the maximum level mark): 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
1. Fuel tank cowling
2. Fuel tank cowling bolt
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6
Engine 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: 1205 mm (47.4 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:Curb weight:FZ1-S 220 kg (485 lb)
FZ1-SA 226 kg (498 lb)Engine:Engine type:Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Inline 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/CR9E
Spark plug gap: 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction ratio:
1.512 (65/43)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: 2.647 (45/17)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
Gear ratio: 1st: 2.533 (38/15)
–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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