2020 YAMAHA YXZ1000R SS Owners Manual

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BAS-F8199-7A
YXZ1000ET
OWNER’S MANUAL
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.

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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this ve-
hicle if it is sold.
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INTRODUCTION
EBU32920Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YXZ1000ET. It represents the result of many
years of Yamaha experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pace-setting racing
vehicles. With the purchase of this Yamaha, yo u can now appreciate the high degree of crafts-
manship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the features and operation of
this vehicle. It also includes basic maintenanc e and inspection procedures. If you have any ques-
tions regarding the operation or maintenance of your vehicle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWB03490Please read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. Do not attempt to operate
this vehicle until you have attained adequate knowledge of its controls and operating fea-
tures. Regular inspections an d careful maintenance, along with good operating techni-
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EBU31070FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERI-
OUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
* Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to poten-
tial personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that fol-
low this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to
avoid damage to the vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clear-
er.
WARNING
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IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT USE
EBU38950THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED STRICTLY FO R COMPETITION USE, ONLY ON A CLOSED
COURSE.
 This vehicle is designed and manufactured for use on UNPAVED surfaces only, for sport-
type recreational use by experienced operators. It is unsafe to operate this vehicle on
any paved surface, paved street, paved road or motorway.
 Check the laws and regulations in force befo re choosing where to operate this vehicle.
It is illegal to operate this vehicle on public lands where ve hicles its size are prohibited.
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YXZ1000ET
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2020 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 1st edition, June 2019All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited. Printed in U.S.A.
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CONTENTS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION ..................... 1-1Identification numbers .......................... 1-1
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ....................... 2-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................... 3-1
DESCRIPTION......................................... 4-1 Left view ............................................... 4-1
Right view ............................................. 4-2
Controls and instruments ..................... 4-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS............................................ 5-1 Main switch .......................................... 5-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ....... 5-2
Multi-function meter unit .................... 5-10
Light switch ........................................ 5-19
Interior light switch (equipped models) ............................ 5-20 On–Command drive knob
“2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK” .................. 5-21
Accelerator pedal ............................... 5-21
Brake pedal ........................................ 5-22
Parking brake lever ............................ 5-22
YCC-S system.................................... 5-23
Drive select lever and shift paddles ... 5-24
Fuel tank cap...................................... 5-25
Doors .................................................. 5-25
Seats .................................................. 5-25
Adjusting the driver seat position....... 5-27
Adjusting the steering wheel position ............................................. 5-27
Seat belts ........................................... 5-28
Glove compartment ........................... 5-29
Storage compartments ...................... 5-29
Cup holders ........................................ 5-30
Cargo bed .......................................... 5-31
Flag pole bracket ............................... 5-32
Front shock absorbers ....................... 5-32
Rear shock absorbers ........................ 5-41
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FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .................... 6-1Front and rear brakes ........................... 6-3
Fuel ....................................................... 6-3
Engine oil .............................................. 6-5
Transmission ........................................ 6-6
Coolant ................................................. 6-6
Final gear .............................................. 6-6
Differential gear .................................... 6-6
Accelerator pedal ................................. 6-6
Seat belts ............................................. 6-7
Passenger handhold ............................ 6-7
Steering ................................................ 6-7
Drive select lever and shift paddles ..... 6-7
YCC-S clutch ....................................... 6-8
Fittings and fasteners ........................... 6-8
Instruments, lights and switches .......... 6-8
Control cables ...................................... 6-8
Tires ...................................................... 6-8
OPERATION ............................................ 7-1 Engine break-in .................................... 7-1
Starting the engine ............................... 7-2 Shifting and reverse driving ..................7-3
Dynamic clutch engagement ................7-7
Launch system operation .....................7-7
Selecting the drive mode ....................7-10
Parking ................................................7-12
Loading ...............................................7-12
BASIC GUIDE FOR SAFE USE ...............8-1 KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ........................8-1
LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR VEHICLE ...........................................8-12
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT .........................................9-1 Owner’s Manual and tool kit .................9-2
Maintenance charts ..............................9-4
Hood ...................................................9-11
Panels .................................................9-11
Engine oil and oil filter.........................9-18
Why Yamalube....................................9-28
Transmission oil ..................................9-29
Final gear oil .......................................9-31
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Coolant ............................................... 9-36
Axle boots .......................................... 9-38
Checking the spark plugs .................. 9-39
Air filter maintenance.......................... 9-41
Cleaning the air filter case check hoses ................................................ 9-45
Cleaning the spark arrester ................ 9-46
Valve clearance .................................. 9-47
Brakes ................................................ 9-47
Checking the front and rear brake pads.................................................. 9-48
Checking the parking brake pads ...... 9-48
Checking the brake and YCC-S clutch fluid levels .............................. 9-49
Brake and YCC-S clutch fluid replacement...................................... 9-51
YCC-S clutch ..................................... 9-51
Checking the brake pedal .................. 9-51
Checking the accelerator pedal ......... 9-52
Parking brake lever free play
adjustment........................................ 9-52
Brake light switch ............................... 9-54
Cable inspection and lubrication........ 9-54 Pedal lubrication .................................9-54
Checking the stabilizer bushes...........9-55
Upper and lower arm pivot
lubrication (left and right) ..................9-55
Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot
lubrication (left and right) ..................9-56
Drive shaft universal joint lubrication .........................................9-56
Steering shaft lubrication....................9-57
Wheel removal ....................................9-57
Checking and tightening the bead lock (equipped models) ....................9-58
Tire replacement .................................9-58
Wheel installation................................9-59
Battery ................................................9-60
Jump-starting .....................................9-63
Fuse replacement ...............................9-65
Headlights...........................................9-67
Headlight beam adjustment ...............9-68
Brake/tail light .....................................9-69
Interior lights (equipped models) ........9-69
Troubleshooting ..................................9-69
Troubleshooting charts .......................9-70
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