2015 YAMAHA YZF-R1M steering wheel

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION................... 1-1
DESCRIPTION ................................... 2-1
Left view .......................................... 2-1
Right view ........................................ 2-2
Controls and instrument s................. 2-3
SPECIAL FEATURES ........................ 3-1
YRC (Yamaha Ride Control) ........... 3-1
Glossary .......................................... 3-3
YRC functions visual guide.............. 3-4
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ....................................... 4-1
Immobilizer system ....... ................... 4-1
Main switch/steering lock................. 4-2
Handlebar switches ......................... 4-3
Indicator lights and warning lights ... 4-6
Display ............................................. 4-8
MENU screen ................................ 4-14
Clutch lever.................................... 4-29
Shift pedal....... ............................. .. 4-30
Brake lever .................................... 4-30
Brake pedal ................................... 4-31
Brake system ..... ............................ 4-31
Fuel tank cap ................................. 4-33
Fuel................................................ 4-33
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ............................. 4-35
Catalytic converter ......................... 4-35
Seats ............................................. 4-36 CCU (for equipped models) .......... 4-37
Document storage ......................... 4-38
Rear view mirrors .......................... 4-39
Adjusting the front fork .................. 4-39
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly.................................... 4-41
EXUP system ................................ 4-45
Sidestand ...................................... 4-45
Ignition circuit cut- off system ......... 4-46
Auxiliary DC connector.................. 4-48
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 5-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................. 6-1
Starting the engine .......................... 6-1
Shifting ............................................ 6-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 6-4
Engine break-in ............................... 6-4
Parking ............................................ 6-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 7-1
Owner’s tool kit................................ 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 7-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 7-4 Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .................................... 7-8
Checking the spark plugs .............. 7-11
Engine oil and oil filt er cartridge..... 7-12
Coolant .......................................... 7-14
Air filter element ............................. 7-17
Checking the engine idling speed............ ............................ .. 7-17
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................. 7-18
Valve clearance ............................. 7-18
Tires ............................................... 7-18
Cast magnesium wheels ................ 7-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................. 7-22
Checking the brake lever free play ............................................. 7-22
Brake light switches ....................... 7-23
Checking the front and rear brake pads............................................ 7-23
Checking the brake fluid level ........ 7-24
Changing the brake fluid ................ 7-25
Drive chain slack............................ 7-25
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ........................................... 7-27
Checking and lubricating the cables ......................................... 7-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ................. 7-28
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers .............. 7-29
Checking and lubricating the sidestand.................................... 7-29
Lubricating the swingarm pivots .... 7-30
Checking the front fork .................. 7-30
Checking the steering.................... 7-31
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 7-31
Battery ........................................... 7-31
Replacing the fuses ....................... 7-33
Vehicle lights ................................. 7-35
Supporting the motor cycle ............. 7-36
Troubleshooting............................. 7-36
Troubleshooting charts .................. 7-37
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE .......................................... 8-1
Matte color caution .......................... 8-1
Care................................................. 8-1
Storage ............................................ 8-4
SPECIFICATIONS .............................. 9-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ........... 10-1
Identification numbers ................... 10-1
INDEX ............................................... 11-1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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EAU23285
Checking the steeringWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. 1. Raise the front wheel off the ground. (See page 7-36.)
WARNING! To avoid injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the frontfork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
EAU23292
Checking the w heel bearingsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
EAU68230
BatteryNOTICE
ECA22960
Use only the specified genuine
YAMAHA battery. Using a different
battery may cause the IMU to fail andthe engine to stall.
The battery is located under the rider
seat. (See page 4-36.)NOTICE
ECA22970
The IMU is located under the battery.
It is not user serviceable and very
sensitive, so we advise against re-1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Battery
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