2021 YAMAHA YXZ1000R steering wheel

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Getting ready to ride
Perform the pre-operation checks on page
6-1. Follow the instructions on page 7-2 when
starting the engine.
Turning
Use care in turns — turning the steering wheel
too far or too fast can result in loss of control
or a rollover. Slow down before entering
turns. When making tight turns from a stand-
still or at slow speeds, avoid sudden or hard
acceleration. Driving aggressively or making
abrupt maneuvers even on flat, open areas
can cause side rollovers. Avoid sideways slid-
ing, skidding, or fishtailing (rear-wheel slid-
ing), and never do donuts. If you feel the
vehicle begin to slide sideways or the rear
wheels begin to slide during a turn, steer into
the direction of the slide, if possible, and
gradually let off the accelerator pedal to re-
gain directional control and avoid rollover. For
example, if you feel the back of the vehicle
start to slide to your right, steer to the right. If you think or feel that the vehicle may tip or
roll, keep your body completely inside the
protective structure of the vehicle:

Brace yourself by pressing your feet firmly
on the floorboard and keep a firm grip on
the steering wheel or passenger handhold.
 Do not put your hands or feet outside of the
vehicle for any reason. Do not try to stop a
tipover using your arm or leg.
Accelerating
Avoid higher speeds and sudden or hard ac-
celeration until you are thoroughly familiar
with the operation of your vehicle. Avoid sud-
den or hard acceleration in any turn. Never
drive faster than is safe for current conditions.
Shifting
Follow the instructions on pages 7-2 and 7-3
for shifting, downshifting, and shifting into re-
verse until you are thoroughly familiar with
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Parking on a slope
The parking brake is located on the rear drive
shaft. When the drivetrain is in “2WD” mode,
only the rear wheels will be locked. Therefore,
switch the drive mode to “DIFF. LOCK” be-
fore stopping the engine to lock all four
wheels when parking. In addition to the park-
ing brake, leave the transmission in gear to
help prevent the vehicle from rolling.
If you park on a hill that is too steep, the vehi-
cle may roll out of control. Never park on hills
that are so steep you cannot walk up them
easily. If you must park on an incline, follow
these instructions:1. First, bring the vehicle to a stop and con- tinue to apply the brake pedal.
2. Switch the drive mode to “DIFF. LOCK”
and shift into first gear when parking up-
hill, or reverse gear when parking down-
hill.
TIPYou may need to turn the steering wheel left
and right or release the clutch slightly to help
the differential lock into place. 3. Stop the engine (turn the key to “ ”[off]).
4. With the brake pedal still being applied, set the parking brake.
5. Finally, get out of the vehicle and block
the front and rear wheels with rocks or
other objects.
Loading
Be aware that vehicle load includes the total
combined weight of the operator, passenger,
any installed accessories, and any luggage or
cargo brought on board or stored in the cargo
bed. Make sure that the gross vehicle weight
(vehicle load plus weight of the vehicle itself)
never exceeds 1065 kg (2348 lb).
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sense and remember that some hills are too
steep for you to climb or descend. Use proper
driving techniques to avoid rearward, for-
ward, or sideways rollovers on hills and
slopes.
Drive straight up and down inclines, not
across them. If crossing a hill is unavoidable,
drive slowly. Turn downhill immediately if you
feel the vehicle may tip.
If you think or feel the vehicle may tip or
roll:
Brace yourself by pressing your feet firmly
on the floorboard and keep a firm grip on
the steering wheel or passenger handhold.
 Do not put your hands or feet outside of the
vehicle for any reason.
Uphill
Do not attempt to climb hills until you have
mastered basic maneuv ers on flat ground.
Drive straight up hills, and avoid crossing the
side of a hill, which increases your risk of roll- over. Practice first on gentle slopes before at-
tempting steeper hills. Always check the
terrain carefully before attempting any hill.
To climb a hill, you need traction, momentum,
and steady throttle. For more traction and
control for climbing steeper and/or rougher
slopes, shift into low gear and select “4WD”
or “DIFF. LOCK”. Travel fast enough to main-
tain momentum, but not so fast that you can-
not react to changes in the terrain as you
climb.
Slow down when you reach the crest of the
hill if you cannot see clearly what is on the
other side – there could be another person, an
obstacle, or a sharp drop-off.
If you start to lose traction or momentum
when climbing, and decide you will be unable
to continue, use the brakes to stop. Do not at-
tempt to turn the vehicle around. With your
foot on the brake pedal, look behind you and
plan your descent. Press the clutch pedal and
shift the transmission into reverse so you can
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15*Wheels • Check balance, runout and for damage.
• Replace if necessary. √√√√
16 *Wheel bearings • Check bearing assemblies for loose-
ness/damage.
• Replace if damaged. √√√√
17 *Front and rear
suspension • Check operation and for oil leakage.
• Correct if necessary.
√√
18 *Steering system • Check operation and for looseness. Replace
if damaged.
• Check toe-in. Adjust if necessary. √√√√√
19 *Stabilizer bushes • Check for cracks or other damage, and re-
place if necessary. √√√
20 *Upper and lower
arm pivots
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√√
21 *Rear knuckle up-
per and lower piv-
ots • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√√
22 *Drive shaft uni-
versal joint • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√√
NO. ITEM ROUTINE
INITIAL EVERY
Whichev- er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12
km
(mi) 240
(150) 1300
(800) 2500
(1600) 2500
(1600) 5000
(3200)
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HHeadlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 9-65
Headlights .................................................................... 9-65
Helmet reminder light .....................................................5-6
High beam indicator light ............................................... 5-3
Hood ............................................................................ 9-10IIdentification numbers ................................................... 1-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 5-2
Instruments, lights and switches, Pre-operation check ........................................................................... 6-8JJump-starting ............................................................... 9-61LLabel locations ............................................................... 2-1
Light switch .................................................................. 5-16
Loading ..........................................................................7-9MMain switch .................................................................... 5-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................9-6
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 9-4
Maintenance charts ....................................................... 9-4
Model label ..................................................................... 1-1
Multi-function meter unit ................................................ 5-7NNeutral indicator light .....................................................5-2OOwner’s Manual and tool kit .......................................... 9-2PPanels .......................................................................... 9-10
Parking ........................................................................... 7-9 Parking brake indicator light .......................................... 5-3
Parking brake lever ...................................................... 5-19
Parking brake lever free play, adjusting ....................... 9-51
Parking brake pads, checking ..................................... 9-46
Passenger handhold, Pre-operation check ................... 6-7
Pedal, lubrication ......................................................... 9-53
RRear knuckle upper and lower pivot, lubrication ......... 9-55
Reverse gear lock lever ................................................ 5-20
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 5-2SSafety information .......................................................... 3-1
Seat belt reminder light .................................................. 5-6
Seat belts ..................................................................... 5-24
Seat belts, Pre-operation check .................................... 6-7
Seats ............................................................................ 5-21
Shift lever ..................................................................... 5-20
Shift lever operation and reverse driving ....................... 7-3
Shift lever, Pre-operation check .................................... 6-8
Shift light ........................................................................ 5-4
Shock absorbers, front ................................................ 5-28
Shock absorbers, rear ................................................. 5-36
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 9-44
Spark plugs, checking ................................................. 9-37
Specifications .............................................................. 11-1
Stabilizer bushes, checking ......................................... 9-53
Starting the engine ......................................................... 7-2
Steering, Pre-operation check ....................................... 6-7
Steering shaft, lubrication ............................................ 9-55
Steering wheel position ................................................ 5-23
Storage ........................................................................ 10-2
Storage compartments ................................................ 5-25
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