2015 YAMAHA YZF-R3 brake light

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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66. Install the headlight bulb cover by
turning it clockwise.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
EAU39021
Auxiliary li ght bul bIf the auxiliary light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check the elec-
trical circuit or replace the bulb.
EAU24182
Tail/ brake li ghtThis 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. Auxiliary light1
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE7-3
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windshield which does not affect your
visibility and which cannot be easily
recognized.
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, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
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 b rakes 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 b rake
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 rid ing at hi gher
spee ds, test the motorcycle’s
b rakin g performance an d cor-
nerin g 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, b ut
treat them with a suita ble care
prod uct.
 Avoi d using abrasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIP Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
 Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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2nd:1.824 (31/17)
3rd: 1.348 (31/23)
4th:
1.087 (25/23)
5th: 0.920 (23/25)
6th: 0.800 (24/30)
Chassis:Frame type:Diamond
Caster angle: 25.00 °
Trail:
95 mm (3.7 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
110/70-17M/C (54H)
Manufacturer/model: MICHELIN/PILOT STREETRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 140/70-17M/C (66H)
Manufacturer/model: MICHELIN/PILOT STREETLoa din g:Maximum load:
160 kg (353 lb) (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measure
d on col d
tires):
Front (1 person):
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm2, 29 psi)
Rear (1 person): 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi)
Front (2 persons):
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm2, 29 psi)
Rear (2 persons): 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT2.75Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size: 17M/C x MT4.00Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 130 mm (5.1 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
125 mm (4.9 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:GTZ8V
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 7.0 AhHea dlig ht:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBul b volta ge, watta ge × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light: LED
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INDEXAABS ....................................................... 3-14
ABS warning light ................................... 3-3
Air filter element and check hose, replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb................................. 6-34BBattery .................................................. 6-29
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating .................... 6-26
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating .................... 6-25
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-21
Brake lever ............................................ 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-19
Brake light switches.............................. 6-20
Brake pedal........................................... 3-13CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-25
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-17
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-12
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-18
Coolant ................................................. 6-12DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-24
Drive chain slack................................... 6-22EEngine break-in....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-9
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-12 Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-3
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-20
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-27
Fuel ....................................................... 3-15
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ..................................... 3-17
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-15
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-30HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-32
Helmet holders ..................................... 3-19
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-2
Horn switch .......................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-22
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-2LLicense plate light bulb, replacing........ 6-35
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-21MMain switch/steering lock....................... 3-1
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 ........................ 3-4NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-2OOil pressure warning light ....................... 3-2
PParking ....................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Pass switch ...........................................3-12RRear view mirrors ..................................3-20SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seats .....................................................3-18
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal .............................................3-13
Shift timing indicator light .......................3-3
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-20
Sidestand ..............................................3-22
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....6-27
Spark plugs, checking ............................6-8
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Start switch ...........................................3-12
Steering, checking ................................6-28
Storage ...................................................7-4
Storage compartment ...........................3-20
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-36
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-27TTail/brake light ......................................6-34
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ....................6-25
Throttle grip free play, checking ...........6-15
Tires ......................................................6-15
Tool kit ....................................................6-2
Troubleshooting ....................................6-37
Troubleshooting charts .........................6-38
Turn signal indicator light........................3-2
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