2016 YAMAHA YZF-R1 brake fluid

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 co ntrol functions.... 4-1
Immobilizer system ....... ................... 4-1
Main switch/steering lock................. 4-2
Handlebar switches ......................... 4-4
Indicator lights and warning lights ... 4-6
Display ............................................. 4-8
MENU screen ................................ 4-15
Clutch lever.................................... 4-30
Shift pedal....... ............................. .. 4-30
Brake lever .................................... 4-31
Brake pedal ................................... 4-31
Brake system ..... ............................ 4-32
Fuel tank cap ................................. 4-33
Fuel................................................ 4-34
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ............................. 4-35
Catalytic converter ......................... 4-36
Seats ............................................. 4-36
CCU (for equipped models) ........... 4-38 Document storage ......................... 4-39
Rear view mirrors .......................... 4-39
Adjusting the front fork .................. 4-40
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly.................................... 4-42
EXUP system ................................ 4-45
Auxiliary DC connector.................. 4-46
Sidestand ...................................... 4-46
Ignition circuit cut- off system ......... 4-47
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
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals ................ 7-28
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1. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 7-24)
2. Document storage space (page 4-39)
3. Radiator cap (page 7-14)
4. Engine oil filler cap (page 7-12)
5. Coolant drain bolt (page 7-15)
6. Brake pedal (page 4-31)
7. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 7-24)
8. Fast compression damping adjuster (YZF-R1) (page 4-42) 9. Slow compression damping
adjuster (YZF-R1) (page 4-42)
10.Rebound damping adjuster (YZF-R1) (page 4-42)
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Controls and instruments
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1. Clutch lever (page 4-30)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 4-4)
3. ERS coupler (YZF-R1M) (page 4-40)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 4-2)
5. Instrument panel (page 4-6, 4-8)
6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 7-24)
7. Spring preload adjusting nut (YZF-R1) (page 4-40)
8. Rebound damping force adjusting bolt (YZF-R1) (page 4-40) 9. Compression damping force adjus
ting bolt (YZF-R1) (page 4-40)
10.Right handlebar switches (page 4-4)
11.Throttle grip (page 7-18)
12.Brake lever (page 4-31)
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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 vehi cle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
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Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided inthis manual, have the vehicle inspected by 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. 4-34, 4-35
Engine oil Check oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage. 7-12
Coolant Check coolant level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
Check cooling system for leakage. 7-14
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. 7-23, 7-24
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Rear 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. 7-23, 7-24
Clutch Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary. 7-22
Throttle grip Make sure that operation is smooth.
Check throttle grip free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust th
rottle grip free play and lubricate cable
and grip housing. 7-18, 7-28
Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary. 7-27
Drive chain Check chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary. 7-25, 7-27
Wheels and tires Check for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary. 7-18, 7-21
Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary. 7-28
Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary. 7-29
Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary. 7-29
Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary. —
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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General maintenance an d lubrication chartNO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
1 *Air filter element Replace. 
2Clutch Check operation.
Adjust. 
3 *Front brake Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage. 
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
4 *Rear brake Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage. 
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
5 *Brake hoses Check for cracks or damage.
Check for correct routing and
clamping. 
Replace. Every 4 years
6 *Brake fluid Change. Every 2 years
7 *Wheels Check runout and for damage. 
8 *Tires Check tread depth and for
damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary. 
9 *Wheel bearings Check bearings fo
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damage. 
10 *Swingarm Check operation and for
excessive play. 
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
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Air filter
This model’s air filter is equipped wi th a disposable oil-coated paper elemen t, which must not be cleaned with com-
pressed air to avoid damaging it.
The air filter element needs to be replaced more fr equently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
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Hydraulic brake service
After disassembling the front brake master cylinder and cali pers, always change the fluid. Regularly check the brake
fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required.
Every two years replace the rear brake master cylinder, the internal components of the front brake master cylinder, the brake calipers, and change the brake fluid.
Replace the brake hoses every four years or sooner if cracked, damaged, or if any section of the stainless steel brakehose has turned black.
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touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the brake pads as a set.
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Rear brake pads
Each rear brake pad is provided with a
wear indicator groove, which allows
you to check the brake pad wear with-
out having to disassemble the brake.
To check the brake pad wear, check
the wear indicator groove. If a brake
pad has worn to the point that the wear
indicator groove almost appears, have
a Yamaha dealer replace the brake
pads as a set.
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Checking the brake fluid levelBefore riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark.
Check the brake fluid level with the top
of the reservoir level. Replenish the
brake fluid if necessary.
Front brake
Rear brake
WARNING
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Improper maintenance can result in
loss of braking ability. Observe
these precautions:
Insufficient brake fluid may al-
low air to enter the brake sys-
tem, reducing braking
performance.
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Clean the filler cap before re-
moving. Use only DOT 4 brake
fluid from a sealed container.
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Use only the specified brake flu-
id; otherwise, the rubber seals
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove
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1. Minimum level mark
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1. Minimum level markSpecified brake fluid:
DOT 4
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