2018 YAMAHA YXZ1000R SS Owners Manual

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Rebound damping force (YXZ10YESJ)
High speed rebound damping forceTo increase the rebound damping force and
thereby harden the high speed rebound
damping, turn the rebound damping force
adjusting bolt in direction (a). To decrease the
rebound damping force and thereby soften
the high speed rebound damping, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction (b).Rebound damping setting:Minimum (soft):26 click(s) in direction (b)*
Standard: 8 click(s) in direction (b)*
Maximum (hard): 1 click(s) in direction (b)*
* With the adjusting screw fully turned in di- rection (a)
1. High speed rebound damping force adjusting boltHigh speed rebound damping setting Minimum (soft):4 turn(s) out from the fully turned in posi-
tion
Standard: 2 turn(s) out from the fully turned in posi-
tion
Maximum (hard): Adjusting bolt fully turned in
1
(a)
(b)
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Low speed rebound damping forceTo increase the rebound damping force and
thereby harden the low speed rebound
damping, turn the rebound damping force
adjusting screw in direction (a). To decrease
the rebound damping force and thereby soft-
en the low speed rebound damping, turn the
adjusting screw in direction (b).Compression damping force
High speed compression damping force
To increase the compression damping force
and thereby harden the high speed compres-
sion damping, turn the compression damping
force adjusting bolt in direction (a). To de-
crease the compression damping force and
thereby soften the high speed compression
damping, turn the adjusting bolt in direction
(b).
1. Low speed rebound damping force adjusting screw
1
(a)
(b)
Low speed rebound damping settingMinimum (soft):4 turn(s) out from the fully turned in posi-
tion
Standard: 1 1/2 turn(s) out from the fully turned in
position
Maximum (hard): Adjusting screw fully turned in
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YXZ10YEXJ
YXZ10YESJLow speed compression damping force
To increase the compression damping force
and thereby harden the low speed compres-
sion damping, turn the compression damping
force adjusting screw in direction (a). To de-
crease the compression damping force and
thereby soften the low speed compression
damping, turn the adjusting screw in direction
(b).
1. High speed compression damping force adjusting bolt
1. High speed compression damping force adjusting bolt
1
(a)
(b)
1
(a)
(b)
High speed compression damping setting
Minimum (soft):4 turn(s) out from the fully turned in posi-
tion
Standard: 1 1/2 (YXZ10YEXJ)
2 (YXZ10YESJ) turn(s) out from the fully
turned in position
Maximum (hard): Adjusting bolt fully turned in
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YXZ10YEXJ
YXZ10YESJ
WARNING
EWB03500These shock absorber assemblies contain
highly pressurized nitrogen gas. Read and
understand the following information be-
fore handling the shock absorber assem-
blies.
Do not tamper with or attempt to open
the cylinder assemblies.
 Do not subject the shock absorber as-
sembly to an open flame or other high
heat source. This may cause the unit to
explode due to excessive gas pressure.
1. Low speed compression damping force adjusting screw
1. Low speed compression damping force adjusting screw
1
(a)
(b)
1
(a)
(b)
Low speed compression damping setting
Minimum (soft):4 turn(s) out from the fully turned in posi-
tion
Standard: 1 1/2 (YXZ10YEXJ)
2 (YXZ10YESJ) turn(s) out from the fully
turned in position
Maximum (hard): Adjusting screw fully turned in
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Do not deform or damage the cylinders
in any way. Cylinder damage will result in
poor damping performance.
 Do not dispose of a damaged or worn
out shock absorber assembly yourself.
Take the shock absorber assembly to a
Yamaha dealer for any service. EBU35053Auxiliary DC jack
This model has an auxiliary DC jack located at
the left side of the glove compartment. A 12-
V accessory with the proper plug, such as a
radio or smartphone charger, can be used
when the engine is running and the headlights
are off.
1. Start the engine. (See page 6-2.)
2. Turn the headlights off. (See page 4-20.)
3. Open the auxiliary DC jack cap.
4. Turn the accessory off.
5. Insert the accessory power plug.
6. Turn the accessory on.TIP When inserting or removing the accessory
power plug, turn the accessory off.
 When the auxiliary DC jack is not being
used, cover it with the cap.
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
2. Auxiliary DC jack
2
1
Auxiliary DC jack maximum capacity:
10 A (120 W)
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NOTICEECB02250Do not use accessories requiring more
than the stated maximum capacity. Do-
ing so may overload the circuit and cau-
se the fuse to blow.
 If accessories are used without the en-
gine running, the battery may discharge.
 Do not use an automotive cigarette light-
er or other accessories with a plug that
gets hot, because the jack can be dam-
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EBU31574
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
EBU31584Before starting off, inspect the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition. Use the fol-
lowing checklist and related information as a guide. Also, follow the service intervals in the peri-
odic maintenance chart to keep the vehicle in safe operating condition.
WARNING
EWB00482Failure 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 can-
not be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by
a Yamaha dealer. Pre-operation checklist
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Brakes • Check operation, free play, fluid level, and fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary. 5-3, 8-45, 8-51
Parking brake • Check for proper operation, condition, and free play. 8-50
Fuel • Check fuel level.
• Fill with the recommended fuel if necessary. 5-3
Engine oil • Check oil level.
• Fill with oil to proper level if necessary. 5-5, 8-16
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Drivetrain• Check front differential, transmission case, and rear final
gear for leakage. 5-6, 5-6, 5-6, 8-27,
8-29, 8-32
Coolant • Check coolant level in reservoir.
• Fill with coolant if necessary. 5-6, 8-34
Accelerator pedal • Check free play and for proper operation. 5-6
Seat belts • Check for proper operation and belt wear. 5-7
Passenger handhold • Check for stability and proper fastening. 5-7, 7-8
Steering • Check for proper operation. 5-7
Drive select lever and
shift paddles • Check for proper operation. 5-7
YCC-S clutch • Check operation.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
5-8
Fittings and fasteners • Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-8
Instruments, lights and
switches • Check for proper operation. 3-3, 4-2, 5-8, 8-65,
8-65
Wheels and tires • Check tire pressure and for wear and damage. 5-8, 8-55, 8-57
Axle boots • Check for damage. 8-36
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