2020 YAMAHA YXZ1000R SS fuel

EBU31120
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
Differential gear oil ..............................9-34UBAS7AE0.book Page 2 Wednesday, June 19, 2019 11:51 AM

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EBU31190Right view
7
3
4,5,6
8
1
9
2
1. Rear shock absorber
2. Engine oil tank
3. Passenger seat belt
4. Battery
5. Fuses
6. Interior light (equipped models)
7. Auxiliary light (equipped models)
8. Headlight
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EBU36536Multi-function meter unitThe multi-function meter unit is equipped with
the following:
speedometer 
tachometer
 odometer
 two tripmeters
 clock
 hour meter
 voltage display
 coolant temperature display
 fuel gauge
 transmission gear display
 shift light control mode
 error code display1. Tachometer
2. Transmission gear display
3. Shift light
4. Speedometer
5. “SELECT” button
6. “MODE” button
7. “RESET” button
8. Clock/Hour meter/Voltage display/Coolant temperature
display
9. Fuel gauge
10.Odometer/Tripmeter A/Tripmeter B
123456
10 9 87
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low, “LO” will be displayed. When the coolant
temperature rises, the coolant temperature
display will begin to flash. If the coolant tem-
perature continues to rise, the message “HI”
will flash.TIPThe coolant temperature display can be set
to “°C” or “°F”. To switch the temperature
units, turn the key to “ ” (off), then hold
the “RESET” button pushed and turn the
key to “ ” (on).
 The radiator fans turn on and off automati-
cally according to the coolant temperature.
Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in
the fuel tank. The display segments of the fuel
gauge disappear from “F” (full) towards “E”
(empty) as the fuel level decreases. When the
last segment of the fuel gauge starts flashing,
refuel as soon as possible.1. Fuel gauge
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TIPThis fuel gauge is equipped with a self-diag-
nosis system. If a problem is detected in an
electrical circuit, the fuel gauge will flash re-
peatedly. If this occurs, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the electrical circuit. Transmission gear display
This display shows the selected gear. The
neutral position is indicated by “N” and by the
neutral indicator light “N”.Shift light control mode
The shift light has three settings which can be
adjusted.

Flashing pattern: this function allows you to
choose whether or not the light will come
on and whether it should flash or stay on
when activated.
 Activation point: this function allows you to
select the engine speed at which the light is
activated.1. Transmission gear display
2. Neutral indicator light “N”
1
2
1. Shift light
2. “MODE” button
3. “RESET” button
1
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EBU31451Fuel tank capRemove the fuel tank cap when refueling. To
open, turn counterclockwise. When finished
refueling, install the fuel tank cap by screwing
it down clockwise.EBU37390DoorsThe door handle is located on the inside of
each door. To open a door, pull the handle. To close a
door, push or pull the door inward until it is
securely latched. Be sure the door is SE-
CURELY LATCHED AFTER CLOSING IT.
EBU33461SeatsTo remove a seat cushion, lift the front of the
cushion, and then pu
ll the cushion off.
1. Fuel tank cap
1
1. Door
2. Handle
1
2
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EBU31574
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
EBU31585Before 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. 6-3, 9-47, 9-54
Parking brake • Check for proper operation, condition, and free play. 9-52
Fuel • Check fuel level.
• Fill with the recommended fuel if necessary. 6-3
Engine oil • Check oil level.
• Fill with oil to proper level if necessary. 6-5, 9-18
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