2014 YAMAHA YZF-R1 ABS

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION.................. 1-1
DESCRIPTION .................................. 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ...................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-4
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-8
D-mode (drive mode).................... 3-18
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-18
Clutch lever .................................. 3-20
Shift pedal .................................... 3-21
Brake lever.................................... 3-21
Brake pedal .................................. 3-22
Traction control system ................ 3-22
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-24
Fuel ............................................... 3-25
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ............................ 3-26
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-27
Seats ............................................ 3-27
Helmet holder ............................... 3-29
Storage compartment .................. 3-29
Rider footrest position .................. 3-30
Rear view mirrors.......................... 3-30 Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-31
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly.................................... 3-33
Luggage strap holders .................. 3-35
Sidestand ...................................... 3-35
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-36
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................ 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Shifting ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-3
Engine break-in ............................... 5-3
Parking ............................................ 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Removing and installing cowlings... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-11
Coolant.......................................... 6-14
Air filter element ............................ 6-17 Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-17
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 6-18
Valve clearance............................. 6-18
Tires .............................................. 6-18
Cast wheels .................................. 6-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 6-21
Checking the brake lever free play ............................................ 6-22
Brake light switches ..................... 6-23
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-23
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-24
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-25
Drive chain slack........................... 6-25
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain.......................................... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-27
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ............... 6-28
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-29
Checking and lubricating the sidestand................................... 6-29
Lubricating the swingarm pivots......................................... 6-30U2SGE0E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, June 12, 2013 1:15 PM

DESCRIPTION
2-1
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Left view
1,2
3
4,5,6
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12
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10
7,8
9
1. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-31)
2. Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 3-31)
3. Coolant reservoir (page 6-14)
4. Fuel injection system fuse (page 6-33)
5. Main fuse (page 6-33)
6. Fuse box (page 6-33)
7. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt (for fast compression damping) (page 3-33) 8. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt
(for slow compression damping) (page 3-33)
9. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting screw (page 3-33)
10.Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-33)
11.Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-11)
12.Coolant drain bolt (page 6-15)
13.Engine oil filter cartridge (page 6-11)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-33
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Adjustin g the shock a bsorb er
assem blyThis shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing screw, a rebound damping force
adjusting screw, a compression damp-
ing force adjusting bolt (for fast com-
pression damping) and a compression
damping force adjusting bolt (for slow
compression damping).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 screw in direction (a). To
decrease the spring preload and there-
by soften the suspension, turn the ad-
justing screw in direction (b). Re
boun d d ampin g force
To increase 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).
1. Spring preload adjusting screwSprin g preloa d setting :
Minimum (soft): 16 turn(s) in direction (b)*
Standard: 8 turn(s) in direction (b)*
Maximum (hard):
0 turn(s) in direction (b)*
* With the adjusting screw fully turned in direction (a)
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(a) (b)
1. Rebound damping force adjusting screwReboun d d ampin g setting :
Minimum (soft): 20 click(s) in direction (b)*
Standard: 15 click(s) in direction (b)*
Maximum (hard):
3 click(s) in direction (b)*
* With the adjusting screw fully turned in direction (a)
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(a)
(b)
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE7-3
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using such cleaners, test an area of the
windshield which does not affect your
visibility and which cannot be easily
recognized.
Cleaning the titanium mufflers
This model is equipped with titanium
mufflers, which require the following
special care.
 Use only a soft, clean cloth or
sponge with mild detergent and
water to clean the titanium muf-
flers. However, if the mufflers can-
not be thoroughly cleaned with
mild detergent, alkaline products
and a soft brush may be used.
 Never use compounds or other
special treatments to clean the ti-
tanium mufflers, as they will re-
move the finish on the outer
surface of the mufflers.
 Even the smallest amounts of oil,
such as from oily towels or finger-
prints, will leave stains on the tita-
nium mufflers, which can be
removed with a mild detergent. 
Note that the thermally induced
discoloring of the portion of the
exhaust pipe leading into the tita-
nium mufflers is normal and can-
not be removed.
After cleanin g
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts.
4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA11132
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.  Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
 If necessary, clean the brake
d iscs an d b rake linin gs with a
re gular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, an d wash the tires with
warm water an d a mil d d eter-
g ent. Before ri din g at hi gher
speed s, test the motorcycle’s
b rakin g performance an d cor-
nering b ehavior.NOTICE
ECA10801
 Apply spray oil an d wax spar-
in gly an d make sure to wipe off
any excess.
 Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber an d plastic parts, but
treat them with a suita ble care
pro duct.
 Avoi d using abrasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
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2nd:2.063 (33/16)
3rd: 1.762 (37/21)
4th:
1.522 (35/23)
5th: 1.364 (30/22)
6th: 1.269 (33/26)
Chassis:Frame type:Diamond
Caster angle: 24.00 °
Trail:
102 mm (4.0 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model: MICHELIN/POWER PURE A
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/Qualifier IIRear tire:Type: Tubeless
Size: 190/55 ZR17M/C (75W)
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/POWER PURE Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/Qualifier II
Loa din g:Maximum load:
189 kg (417 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
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 MT6.00
Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Specified brake 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
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INDEXAAir filter element .................................... 6-17
Auxiliary light......................................... 6-38BBattery .................................................. 6-32
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-29
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-25
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-24
Brake lever ............................................ 3-21
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-22
Brake light switches.............................. 6-23
Brake pedal........................................... 3-22CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-27
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) ............................ 3-18
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-27
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 ................... 3-7
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-23
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 3-31
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-30
Fuel ....................................................... 3-25
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-4
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 ..................... 6-35
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-29
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-4
Horn switch .......................................... 3-19IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-36
Immobilizer system ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 3-8
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-4LLicense plate light bulb, replacing........ 6-37
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-35MMain switch/steering lock....................... 3-2
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 .........................3-8
NNeutral indicator light ..............................3-4OOil level warning light ..............................3-4PParking ....................................................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 .............................................3-21
Shift timing indicator light .......................3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-33
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 ................................6-31
Storage ...................................................7-4
Storage compartment ...........................3-29
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-38
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-30TTail/brake light ......................................6-36
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