2020 YAMAHA YZF-R1 battery

Table of contents
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals ...............7-30
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ..............7-30
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand ...................................7-31
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ...7-31
Checking the front fork..................7-32
Checking the steering ...................7-32
Checking the wheel bearings ........7-33
Battery ...........................................7-33
Replacing the fuses .......................7-35
Vehicle lights .................................7-37
Supporting the motorcycle............7-38
Troubleshooting ............................7-38
Troubleshooting chart ...................7-39
Motorcycle care an d stora ge ..........8-1
Matte color caution .........................8-1
Care .................................................8-1
Storage ............................................8-4
Specifications ....................................9-1
Consumer information ...................10-1
Identification numbers ...................10-1
Diagnostic connector ....................10-2
Vehicle data recording ..................10-2
In dex ................................................11-1
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Description
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2
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Right view
1 2,3,4
5
7
8
6
9
1. Battery (page 7-33)
2. Spring preload adjuster (page 4-42)
3. Rebound damping force adjuster (YZF-R1) (page 4-42)
4. Compression damping force adjuster (YZF-R1) (page 4-42)
5. Coolant reservoir (page 7-17)
6. Document storage space (page 4-41)
7. Engine oil filler cap (page 7-14)
8. Brake pedal (page 4-33) 9. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 7-25)UB3LE0E0.book Page 2 Tuesday, July 23, 2019 12:05 PM

Instrument and control functions
4-2
4
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Main switch/steerin g lockThe main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.TIPBe sure to use the standard key (black
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To
minimize the risk of losing the code re-
registering key (red bow), keep it in a
safe place and only use it for code re-
registering.
EAU84031
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power and the vehicle lights are turned
on. The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed.TIP The headlight(s) will turn on when
the engine is started.
 To prevent battery drain, do not
leave the key in the on position
without the engine running.
EAU10662
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10062
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is movin g.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
b e switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an acci dent.
EAU73800
LOCK
The steering is locked and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. With the key in the “OFF” position, push the key in and turn it to
“LOCK”.
3. Remove the key.
ON
OFF
LOCK
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
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Operation and important ri din g points
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Startin g the en gineThe ignition circuit cut-off system will
enable starting when:
 the transmission is in the neutral
position or
 the transmission is in gear, the
sidestand is up, and the clutch le-
ver is pulled.
To start the engine1. Turn the main switch on and set the engine stop switch to the run
position.
2. Confirm the indicator and warning light(s) come on for a few sec-
onds, and then go off. (See page
4-5.)TIPDo not start the engine if the mal-
function indicator light remains on.
 The oil pressure and coolant tem-
perature warning light should
come on and stay on until the en-
gine is started. 
The ABS warning light should
come on and stay on until the ve-
hicle reaches a speed of 10 km/h
(6 mi/h).
NOTICE
ECA24110
If a warnin g or in dicator li ght does
not work as d escribed a bove, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.3. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
4. Start the engine by pushing the start switch.
5. Release the start switch when the engine starts, or after 5 seconds.
Wait 10 seconds before pressing
the switch again to allow battery
voltage to restore.NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum en gine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!
EAU68221
TIPThis model is equipped with:
 an inertial measurement unit
(IMU). This unit stops the engine in
case of a turnover. Turn the main
switch off and then on before at-
tempting to restart the engine.
Failing to do so will prevent the en-
gine from starting even though the
engine will crank when pushing
the start switch.
 an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. If the engine
stops, simply push the start
switch to restart the engine.
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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7
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Checkin g the wheel b earingsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAU68231
BatteryNOTICE
ECA22960
Use only the specifie d genuine
YAMAHA battery. Usin g a d ifferent
b attery may cause the IMU to fail
an d the en gine to stall. The battery is located under the rider
seat. (See page 4-38.)
NOTICE
ECA22970
The IMU is locate d un der the bat-
tery. It is not user servicea ble an d
very sensitive, so we a dvise a gainst
removin g the b attery box or han-
d lin g the IMU directly.
 Do not remove, mo dify, or place
any forei gn materials in or
aroun d the b attery box.
 Do not su bject the IMU to
stron g shocks an d b e careful
when han dlin g the battery.
 Do not o bstruct the IMU breath-
er hole an d d o not clean it with
compresse d air.This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Battery
3
1
2
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WARNING
EWA10761
 Electrolyte is poisonous an d
d an gerous since it contains sul-
furic aci d, which causes severe
b urns. Avoi d any contact with
skin, eyes or clothin g an d al-
ways shiel d your eyes when
workin g near b atteries. In case
of contact, ad minister the fol-
lowin g FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty of water.
INTERNAL: Drink lar ge quan-
tities of water or milk an d im-
me diately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and seek prompt
me dical attention.
 Batteries pro duce explosive hy-
d ro gen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, ci garettes, etc.,
away from the b attery and pro-
vi de sufficient ventilation when
char gin g it in an enclose d
space. 
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To char ge the b attery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
h a ve d is c h ar g e d . K e e p i n m i nd th a t th e
battery tends to discharge more quick-
ly if the vehicle is equipped with op-
tional electrical accessories.NOTICE
ECA16522
To char ge a VRLA (Valve Re gulate d
Lea d Aci d) battery, a special (con-
stant-volta ge) battery char ger is re-
quire d. Usin g a conventional b attery
char ger will d amage the battery.To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removin g the
b attery, be sure to turn the main switch off, then d
isconnect the
ne gative lead before discon-
nectin g the positive lea d.
[ECA16304]
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in- stallation. NOTICE: When install-
in g the b attery, be sure to turn
the main switch off, then con-
nect the positive lea d before
connectin g the ne gative lea d.
[ECA16842]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the b attery charged .
Storin g a dischar ged battery can
cause permanent battery damag e.
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EAU66593
Replacin g the fusesThe main fuse, the ABS motor fuse,
and fuse box 1 are located under the
rider seat. (See page 4-38.)
To access the ABS motor fuse and
fuse box 11. Remove the passenger seat andrider seat. (See page 4-38.)
2. Remove the battery cover by re- moving the bolts. 3. Remove the panel by removing
the quick fastener screws.
1. Main fuse
2. ABS motor fuse
3. Starter relay cover
4. ABS motor spare fuse
14
3
2
1. Fuse box 1
2. ABS solenoid fuse
3. Fuel injection system fuse
4. Electronic throttle valve fuse
5. Backup fuse (for clock and ECU)
6. Sub radiator fan motor fuse
7. Radiator fan motor fuse
8. Spare fuse
8 2
3
4
5
6
7
1
1. Battery cover
2. Bolt
1. Quick fastener screw
2. Panel
2
2
1
1
2
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Trou bleshootin g chart
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the battery.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Try starting the engine.4. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug(s). Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.
DryWet
Try starting the engine.
Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
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