2017 YAMAHA YZF-R1 Owners Manual

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Specifications
EAU70621
Dimensions:Overall length:2055 mm (80.9 in)
Overall width: 690 mm (27.2 in)
Overall height: 1150 mm (45.3 in)
Seat height:
855 mm (33.7 in) (YZF-R1)
860 mm (33.9 in) (YZF-R1M)
Wheelbase:
1405 mm (55.3 in)
Ground clearance: 130 mm (5.12 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3.3 m (10.83 ft)Weight:Curb weight:200 kg (441 lb) (YZF-R1)
201 kg (443 lb) (YZF-R1M)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system:
Liquid cooled
Valve train: DOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Inline
Number of cylinders:
4-cylinder
Displacement: 998 cm
3
Bore  stroke:
79.0  50.9 mm (3.11  2.00 in)
Compression ratio:
13.0 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system: Wet sumpEngine oil:Recommended brand:YAMALUBE
Type: Full synthetic
SAE viscosity grades:
10W-40, 15W-50
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO stan-
dard MA
Engine oil quantity: Oil change:
3.90 L (4.12 US qt, 3.43 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 4.10 L (4.33 US qt, 3.61 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark): 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes):
2.25 L (2.38 US qt, 1.98 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol
[E10] acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity:
17 L (4.5 US gal, 3.7 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:2CR4Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model: NGK/LMAR9E-J
Spark plug gap: 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, multiple-discDrivetrain:Primary reduction ratio:
1.634 (67/41)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: 2.563 (41/16)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Gear ratio: 1st:
2.600 (39/15)
2nd: 2.176 (37/17)
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3rd: 1.842 (35/19)
4th:
1.579 (30/19)
5th: 1.381 (29/21)
6th: 1.250 (30/24)
Chassis:Frame type: Diamond
Caster angle: 24.0 
Trail:
102 mm (4.0 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR17MC (58W)
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX RACING
STREET RS10FRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
190/55 ZR17M/C (75W) (YZF-R1)
200/55 ZR17M/C (78W) (YZF-R1M)
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX RACING
STREET RS10R
Loading:Maximum load:187 kg (412 lb)
* (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2, 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 MT6.00Unified brake system:Operation:Activated by front brakeFront brake:Type:
Hydraulic dual disc brake
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Hydraulic single disc brake
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber: Hydraulic damper
Wheel travel:
120 mm (4.7 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring:
Coil spring
Shock absorber: Gas-hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 120 mm (4.7 in)Electrical system:System voltage:12 V
Ignition system: TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:YTZ7S
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 6.0 Ah (10 HR)Bulb wattage:Headlight:LED
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Brake/tail light:LED
Front turn signal light:
LED
Rear turn signal light: LED
Auxiliary light: LED
License plate light:
LED
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light: LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED
Stability control indicator light:
LED
Oil pressure and coolant temperature warning
light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
Steering damper and suspension warning
light:
LED
ABS warning light:
LED Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Shift timing indicator light:
LED
Fuse(s):Main fuse:50.0 A
Terminal fuse 1:
2.0 A
Headlight fuse: 7.5 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 15.0 A
Sub radiator fan motor fuse: 10.0 A
Hazard fuse:
7.5 A
ABS ECU fuse: 7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
SCU fuse:
7.5 A (YZF-R1M)
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: 15.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
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Consumer information
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Identification numbersRecord the vehicle identification num-
ber, engine serial number, and the
model label information in the spaces
provided below. These identification
numbers are needed when registering
the vehicle with the authorities in your
area and when ordering spare parts
from a Yamaha dealer.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUM-
BER:
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26401
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.TIPThe vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in yourarea.
EAU26442
Engine serial number
The engine serial number is stamped
into the crankcase.
1. Vehicle identification number
1
1. Engine serial number
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Model label
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the passenger seat. (See
page 4-37.) Record the information on
this label in the space provided. This in-
formation will be needed when ordering
spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
EAU69910
Diagnostic connectorThe diagnostic connector is located as
shown.
EAU74701
Vehicle data recordingThis model’s ECU stores certain vehi-
cle data to assist in the diagnosis of
malfunctions and for research and de-
velopment purposes. This data will be
uploaded only when a special Yamaha
diagnostic tool is attached to the vehi-
cle, such as when maintenance checks
or service procedures are performed.
Although the sensors and recorded
data will vary by model, the main data
points are:
Vehicle status and engine perfor-
mance data
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Fuel-injection and emission-relat-
ed data
Yamaha will not disclose this data to a
third party except:
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With the consent of the vehicle
owner
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Where obligated by law
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For use by Yamaha in litigation
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For general Yamaha-conducted
research purposes when the data
is not related to an individual vehi-
cle nor owner
1. Model label
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1. Diagnostic connector
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IndexAABS warning light.................................... 4-6
Air filter element .................................... 7-18
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 4-46BBattery................................................... 7-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 7-26
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 7-25
Brake lever ............................................ 4-31
Brake lever free play, checking ............. 7-24
Brake light switches .............................. 7-24
Brake pedal ........................................... 4-31
Brake system ........................................ 4-32CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 7-29
Canister................................................. 7-13
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 4-36
CCU ...................................................... 4-38
Clutch lever ........................................... 4-30
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 7-23
Coolant.................................................. 7-16
Cowlings and panels, removing and installing................................................ 7-9DData recording, vehicle ......................... 10-2
Diagnostic connector ............................ 10-2
Dimmer switch ........................................ 4-4
Display, main screen............................... 4-9
Display, menu screen ........................... 4-15 Document storage ................................ 4-39
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 7-28
Drive chain slack .................................. 7-27
EEngine break-in ...................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 7-19
Engine oil and oil fi
lter cartridge ........... 7-13
Engine serial number............................ 10-1
Engine trouble warning light ................... 4-6
EXUP system ....................................... 4-46FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 7-25
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 4-40
Front fork, checking .............................. 7-31
Fuel....................................................... 4-34
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 6-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 4-6
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ................................................... 4-36
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 4-33
Fuses, replacing ................................... 7-34GGlossary ................................................. 3-3HHandlebar switches ................................ 4-3
Hazard switch ......................................... 4-4
High beam indicator light ........................ 4-6
Horn switch ............................................. 4-4IIdentification numbers .......................... 10-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 4-47
Immobilizer system ................................. 4-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 4-7
Indicator lights and warning lights .......... 4-6
MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 4-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 7-5
Maintenance, emission control system ... 7-3
Matte color, caution ................................. 8-1
Model label ............................................ 10-2NNeutral indicator light .............................. 4-6OOil pressure and coolant temperature warning light.......................................... 4-8PParking .................................................... 6-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass/LAP switch ..................................... 4-4RRear view mirrors .................................. 4-40SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 4-37
Shifting .................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 4-30
Shift timing indicator light ........................ 4-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 4-42
Sidestand .............................................. 4-47
Sidestand, checking an d lubricating...... 7-31
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 7-12
Special features ...................................... 3-1
Specifications .......................................... 9-1
Stability control indicator light.................. 4-7
Starting the engine .................................. 6-1
Steering, checking................................. 7-32
Steering damper and suspension
warning light.......................................... 4-8
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Stop/Run/Start switch ............................. 4-4
Storage ................................................... 8-4
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 7-37
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 7-31TThrottle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-29
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 7-19
Tires...................................................... 7-20
Tool kit .................................................... 7-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 7-37
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 7-39
Turn signal indicator light........................ 4-6
Turn signal switch ................................... 4-4VValve clearance .................................... 7-19
Vehicle identification number................ 10-1
Vehicle lights ........................................ 7-36WWheel bearings, c hecking .................... 7-32
Wheels.................................................. 7-22YYRC functions visual guide..................... 3-4
YRC settings......................................... 4-16
YRC (Yamaha Ride Control) .................. 3-1
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