2014 YAMAHA YZF-R1 Front

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-21
3
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Shift pedalThe shift pedal is located on the left
side of the motorcycle and is used in
combination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 6-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.
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Brake leverThe brake lever is located on the right
side of the handlebar. To apply the
front brake, pull the lever toward the
throttle grip.
The brake lever is equipped with a
brake lever position adjusting knob. To
adjust the distance between the brake
lever and the throttle grip, turn the ad-
justing knob while holding the lever
pushed away from the throttle grip.
When the desired position is obtained, be sure to set it by aligning a groove on
the adjusting knob with the “ ” mark
on the brake lever.
1. Shift pedal
1
1. Brake lever
2. Brake lever position adjusting knob
3. Distance between brake lever and throttle
grip
4. “ ” mark
4 2
1
3
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Brake pedalThe brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
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Traction control systemThe traction control system helps
maintain traction when accelerating. If
sensors detect that the rear wheel is
starting to slip (uncontrolled spinning),
the traction control system assists by
regulating engine power as needed un-
til traction is restored. The traction con-
trol system indicator/warning light
flashes to let the rider know that trac-
tion control has engaged.
WARNING
EWA15432
The traction control system is not a
substitute for ri din g appropriately
for the con ditions. Traction control
cannot prevent loss of traction d ue
to excessive spee d when enterin g
turns, when acceleratin g har d at a
sharp lean an gle, or while brakin g,
an d cannot prevent front wheel slip-
pin g. As with any motorcycle, ap-
proach surfaces that may be
slippery with caution an d avoi d es-
pecially slippery surfaces.
TIP The traction control may engage
when the vehicle travels over a
bump.
 The rider may notice slight chang-
es in engine and exhaust sounds
when the traction control system
is engaged.There are six traction control system
modes and an off mode.
 “TCS” mode 1 provides for the
least traction control system as-
sist.
1. Brake pedal
1
OFF Display
Mode 1
Mode 2
Mode 3
Mode 4
Mode 5
Mode 6
TCS
OFF
TCSTCSTCSTCSTCSTCS
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“TCS” modes 2 through 6 provide
for more traction control system
assist. Mode 6 provides the most
traction control system assist.
 “TCS OFF” mode turns the trac-
tion control system off. The sys-
tem may also be automatically
disabled in some riding conditions
(see “Resetting” on page 3-23).
When the key is turned to “ON”, the
traction control system is enabled and
the last mode selected displays in the
multi-function meter.
All traction control system modes can
be selected when the key is in the “ON”
position. Modes 1 through 6 can also
be selected when the vehicle is mov-
ing, however the throttle grip must be
completely closed. The traction control
system cannot be turned on or off
while the vehicle is moving.
NOTICE
ECA16801
Use only the specified tires. (See
pa ge 6-18.) Usin g different size d
tires will prevent the traction control
system from controllin g tire rotation
accurately.
Setting the traction control system
WARNING
EWA16071
Changin g settin gs while ri din g can
d istract the operator. Therefore,
take extra precaution when chan g-
in g mo des while rid ing.When the vehicle is stopped, push the
upper side of the traction control sys-
tem switch for at least two seconds to
turn the traction control system off.
Push the lower side of the switch to
turn the traction control system on.
When the vehicle is stopped or while
riding, close the throttle and push the
lower side of the switch to change from
modes 1 to 6. Close the throttle and
push the upper side of the switch to
change from modes 6 to 1.TIPThe vehicle was set to “TCS” mode 6
at the time of manufacture.
Resettin g
The traction control system may be
disabled in the following conditions:  Either the front wheel or rear wheel
comes off the ground while riding
 Excessive rear wheel spinning1. Traction control system mode display
1. Traction control system switch “TCS”
1
1
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If the traction control system has been
disabled, both the traction control sys-
tem indicator/warning light and the en-
gine trouble warning light come on.
To reset the traction control system:
Turn the key to “OFF”. Wait at least one
second, then turn the key back to
“ON”. The traction control system indi-
cator/warning light should go off and
the system will be enabled. The engine
trouble warning light should go off after
the motorcycle reaches at least 20
km/h (12 mi/h). If the traction control
system indicator/warning light and/or
engine trouble warning light still remain
on after resetting, the motorcycle may
still be ridden; however, have a
Yamaha dealer check the motorcycle as soon as possible.NOTICE
ECA17732
 Keep any type of mag nets (in-
clu din g ma gnetic pick-up tools,
ma gnetic screw drivers, etc.)
away from the front wheel sen-
sor or rotor; otherwise, the sen-
sor or rotor may be damag ed , resultin
g in improper perfor-
mance of the traction control
system.
 Be careful not to d amage the
sensor or rotor.
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Fuel tank capTo open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be
released and the fuel tank cap can be
opened.
To close the fuel tank cap 1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi- tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
1. Front wheel sensor rotor
2. Front wheel sensor
2
1
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Catalytic converterThis model is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the exhaust system.
WARNING
EWA10863
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
b urns:
 Do not park the vehicle near
possi ble fire hazard s such as
g rass or other materials that
easily burn.
 Park the vehicle in a place
where ped estrians or chil dren
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
 Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before
d oin g any maintenance work.
 Do not allow the en gine to i dle
more than a few minutes. Lon g
i d lin g can cause a b uild-up of
heat.
NOTICE
ECA10702
Use only unlea ded g asoline. The use
of lead ed g asoline will cause unre-
pairab le dama ge to the catalytic
converter.
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SeatsPassen ger seat
To remove the passenger seat1. Insert the key into the seat lock, and then turn it clockwise.
2. Lift the front of the passenger seat and pull it forward.
To install the passenger seat1. Insert the projection on the rear of the passenger seat into the seat
holder as shown, and then push
the front of the seat down to lock
it in place.1. Seat lock
2. Unlock.
1 2
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Adjustin g the front fork
WARNING
EWA14671
Always a djust the sprin g preloa d on
b oth fork le gs equally, otherwise
poor han dlin g an d loss of sta bility
may result.Each front fork leg is equipped with a
spring preload adjusting bolt, the right
front fork leg is equipped with a re-
bound damping force adjusting screw
and the left front fork leg with a com-
pression damping force adjusting
screw.NOTICE
ECA10102
To avoi d d amag ing the mechanism,
d o not attempt to turn b eyond the
maximum or minimum setting s.Spring preloa d
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in di-
rection (a). To decrease the spring pre- load and thereby soften the
suspension, turn the adjusting bolt on
each fork leg in direction (b).
Align the appropriate groove on the ad-
justing mechanism with the top of the
front fork collar.
Re
boun d d ampin g force
The rebound damping force is adjust-
ed on the right front fork leg only. To in-
crease the rebound damping force and
thereby harden the rebound damping,
turn the adjusting screw in direction (a).
To decrease the rebound damping
force and thereby soften the rebound
damping, turn the adjusting screw in
direction (b).
TIPBe sure to perform this adjustment on
the right front fork leg.
1. Spring preload adjusting bolt
1. Current setting
2. Front fork collar
1
0 123
45
12
Sprin g preloa d setting :
Minimum (soft):
0
Standard:
2
Maximum (hard): 5
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Compression dampin g force
The compression damping force is ad-
justed on the left front fork leg only. To
increase the compression damping
force and thereby harden the com-
pression damping, turn the adjusting
screw in direction (a). To decrease the compression damping force and there-
by soften the compression damping,
turn the adjusting screw in direction (b).
TIPBe sure to perform this adjustment on
the left front fork leg.
TIPAlthough the total number of clicks of a
damping force adjusting mechanism
may not exactly match the above
specifications due to small differences
in production, the actual number of
clicks always represents the entire ad-
justing range. To obtain a precise ad-
justment, it would be advisable to
check the number of clicks of each
damping force adjusting mechanism
and to modify the specifications as
necessary.
1. Rebound damping force adjusting screwRe
boun d d ampin g settin g:
Minimum (soft): 25 click(s) in direction (b)*
Standard: 12 click(s) in direction (b)*
Maximum (hard):
1 click(s) in direction (b)*
* With the adjusting screw fully turned in direction (a)
(b)
1
(a)
1. Compression damping force adjusting screw
Compression dampin g setting :
Minimum (soft): 25 click(s) in direction (b)*
Standard: 20 click(s) in direction (b)*
Maximum (hard):
1 click(s) in direction (b)*
* With the adjusting screw fully turned in direction (a)
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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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
EWA11152
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an acci dent or equipment damag e.
Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d any pro blem. If a pro blem cannot be corrected b y the proce dures provi ded in
this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS 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
damage, and check hose connections. 3-25, 3-26
En gine oil • Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-11
Coolant • Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage. 6-14
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, 6-24
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