2012 YAMAHA YZF-R1 bulb

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ... 6-29
Checking the front fork ................. 6-30
Checking the steering ................... 6-30
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-31
Battery .......................................... 6-31
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-33
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 6-34
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-35
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ........................................... 6-36
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-36
Auxiliary light ................................ 6-37
Supporting the motorcycle ............ 6-37
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-38
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-39
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
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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.
EAU39013
Replacing a he adlight bulb This model is equipped with halogen
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 a
wattage 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:
10.0 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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63. 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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6
EAU24204
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lensby removing the screw.
2. Remove the burnt-out 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. NOTICE: Do not over-
tighten the screw, otherwise the
lens may break.
[ECA11191] EAU24313
Replacing the license plate
light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the license plate light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by
pulling it out.
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
1
2
1. Turn signal light bulb
1
1. License plate light unit
2. Screw
1
2
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63. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit by installing the screws.
EAU44940
Auxiliary light This model is equipped with an LED-
type auxiliary light.
If the auxiliary light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
1. License plate light bulb
2. License plate light bulb socket
12
1. Auxiliary light
1
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Charging system:AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ10S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 8.6 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb 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:
LED
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
Immobilizer system indicator light: LED
Shift timing indicator light: LED
Traction control system indicator/warning
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: 10.0 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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INDEX
AAir filter element.................................... 6-17
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-18
Auxiliary light ........................................ 6-37BBattery .................................................. 6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ..................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-28
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-25
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-23
Brake lever ........................................... 3-21
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 6-22
Brake light switches .............................. 6-22
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-21CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-26
Clutch lever........................................... 3-20
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-21
Coolant ................................................. 6-14
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-5
Cowlings, removing and installing .......... 6-8DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-19
D-mode (drive mode).............................. 3-1
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-26
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-25EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-11 Engine stop switch ................................ 3-19
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-8
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-23
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-30
Front fork, checking...............................6-30
Fuel ....................................................... 3-25
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light............................ 3-5
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ...................................... 3-26
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-24
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-33HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-18
Hazard switch........................................ 3-19
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-34
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-28
High beam indicator light......................... 3-5
Horn switch ........................................... 3-19IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-36
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-9
Indicator lights and warning lights ........... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-36
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-35MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-3
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-3
Matte color, caution .................................7-1 Model label ............................................. 9-1
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 view mirrors.................................. 3-30
Rider footrest position, adjusting .......... 3-30SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 3-27
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-20
Shift timing indicator light ........................ 3-8
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-32
Sidestand .............................................. 3-35
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-29
Spark plugs, checking........................... 6-10
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-19
Steering, checking ................................ 6-30
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ........................... 3-29
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-37
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-29TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-35
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INDEXThrottle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ..................... 6-27
Throttle grip free play, checking ............ 6-18
Tires ...................................................... 6-18
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Traction control system ......................... 3-22
Traction control system indicator/warning light ........................... 3-8
Traction control system switch .............. 3-19
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-38
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-39
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-5
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-36
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-19VValve clearance .................................... 6-18
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-31
Wheels .................................................. 6-21
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