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Matte color cautionNOTICE
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Some models are equipped with
matte colored finished parts. Be
sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use be-
fore cleaning the vehicle. Using a
brush, harsh chemical products or
cleaning compounds when cleaning
these parts will scratch or damage
their surface. Wax also should not
be applied to any matte colored fin-ished parts.
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CareWhile the open design of a motorcycle
reveals the attractiveness of the tech-
nology, it also makes it more vulnera-
ble. Rust and corrosion can develop
even if high-quality components are
used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un-
noticed on a car, however, it detracts
from the overall appearance of a motor-
cycle. Frequent and proper care does
not only comply with the terms of the
warranty, but it will also keep your mo-
torcycle looking good, extend its life
and optimize its performance.
Before cleaning 1. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and covers as well as all electrical couplers
and connectors, including the
spark plug caps, are tightly in-
stalled.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt, like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such prod- ucts onto seals, gaskets, sprock-
ets, the drive chain and wheel
axles. Always rinse the dirt and de-
greaser off with water.
Cleaning
NOTICE
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Avoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
or magnesium wheels. If such
products are used on
hard-to-remove dirt, do not
leave the cleaner on the affected
area any longer than instructed.
Also, thoroughly rinse the area
off with water, immediately dry
it, and then apply a corrosion
protection spray.
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Improper cleaning can damage
such parts as cowlings and pan-
els, the windshield, the instru-
ment panel and display, wheels,
headlight lenses, plastic or car-
bon fiber parts, etc., and the
mufflers. Use only a soft, clean
cloth or sponge to clean such
parts. However, if such parts
cannot be thoroughly cleaned,
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soft brush may be used.
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Never use compounds or other
special treatments to clean the tita-
nium muffler, as they will remove
the finish on the outer surface of
the muffler.
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Even the smallest amounts of oil,
such as from oily towels or finger-
prints, will leave
stains on the tita-
nium muffler, which can be
removed with a mild detergent.
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Note that the thermally induced
discoloring of the portion of the ex-
haust pipe leading into the titanium
muffler is normal and cannot be re-
moved.
After cleaning 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 stain-
less-steel parts.
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
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Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
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If necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac-
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher
speeds, test the motorcycle’s
braking performance and cor-nering behavior.
NOTICE
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Apply spray oil and wax spar- ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
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Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
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Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wearaway the paint.
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Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
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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 thelens.
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StorageShort-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the motor-
cycle.NOTICE
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Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
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To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter. 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to pro- tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug caps and spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs, and then place
the spark plugs on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam-
age or injury from sparking,
make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while
turning the engine
over.
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e. Remove the spark plug capsfrom the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the spark plug caps.
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand/
centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 C (30 F) or more than 30
 C (90 F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
7-31.
TIPMake any necessary repairs beforestoring the motorcycle.
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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: 2CR4 10Spark 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:
120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX RACING
STREET RS10FRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
190/55ZR17M/C (75W) (YZF-R1)
200/55ZR17M/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
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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Index
AABS warning light ................................... 4-6
Air filter element.................................... 7-17
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 4-48
Auxiliary system warning light ................ 4-8BBattery .................................................. 7-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-28
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 7-25
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 7-24
Brake lever ........................................... 4-32
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 7-22
Brake light switches .............................. 7-23
Brake pedal .......................................... 4-32
Brake system ........................................ 4-33CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 7-27
Canister ................................................ 7-12
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 4-37
CCU ...................................................... 4-39
Clutch lever........................................... 4-31
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 7-21
Coolant ................................................. 7-15
Cowlings and panels, removing and installing ............................................... 7-8DData recording, vehicle ......................... 10-2
Diagnostic connecto r ............................ 10-2
Dimmer switch ........................................ 4-4
Display, main screen .............................. 4-8 Display, menu screen ............................ 4-14
Document storage ................................. 4-40
Drive chain, cleaning
and lubricating .... 7-26
Drive chain slack ................................... 7-25
EEngine break-in ....................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed, checking............... 7-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............ 7-12
Engine serial number ............................ 10-1
Engine trouble warning light .................... 4-6
EXUP system ........................................ 4-47FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 7-23
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 4-41
Front fork, checking............................... 7-30
Fuel ....................................................... 4-35
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........6-3
Fuel level warning light ............................4-6
Fuel tank cap......................................... 4-34
Fuel tank overflow hose ........................ 4-37
Fuses, replacing .................................... 7-33GGlossary ..................................................3-4HHandlebar 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 ................. 4-49
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 .... 7-4
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.................................. 4-41SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 4-38
Shift indicator light .................................. 4-7
Shifting .................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 4-31
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 4-44
Sidestand .............................................. 4-48
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 7-29
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 7-11
Special features ...................................... 3-1
Specifications.......................................... 9-1
Stability control indicator light ................. 4-7
Starting the engine.................................. 6-1
Steering, checking ................................ 7-30
Stop/Run/Start switch ............................. 4-4
Storage ................................................... 8-4
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