2022 YAMAHA YZF-R1M catalytic converter

Table of contentsSafety information ............................ 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Special features .............................. 3-1
YRC (Yamaha Ride Control) ........... 3-1
Glossary ......................................... 3-5
YRC functions visual guide ............ 3-6
Instrument an d control functions ... 4-1
Immobilizer system......................... 4-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 4-2
Handlebar switches ........................ 4-3
Indicator lights and warning
lights............................................ 4-6
Display ............................................ 4-9
MENU screen ............................... 4-15
Clutch lever .................................. 4-32
Shift pedal .................................... 4-32
Brake lever.................................... 4-33
Brake pedal .................................. 4-33
Brake control system (BC)............ 4-34
Fuel tank cap ................................ 4-35
Fuel ............................................... 4-36
Fuel tank overflow hose ............... 4-37
Catalytic converter ....................... 4-38
Seats ............................................ 4-38
CCU (for equipped models).......... 4-40 Seat cover (for equipped
models) ...................................... 4-41
Document storage ........................ 4-41
Rear view mirrors .......................... 4-42
Adjusting the front fork ................. 4-42
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly.................................... 4-45
EXUP system ................................ 4-49
Auxiliary DC connector ................. 4-49
Sidestand ...................................... 4-49
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 4-50
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 5-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 6-1
Engine break-in ............................... 6-1
Starting the engine .......................... 6-2
Shifting ............................................ 6-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 6-4
Parking ............................................ 6-4
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 7-1
Tool kit ............................................ 7-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 7-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 7-3 General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 7-5
Cowlings and panels ...................... 7-9
Checking the spark plugs ............. 7-12
Canister ........................................ 7-13
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 7-13
Why Yamalube.............................. 7-16
Coolant ......................................... 7-16
Air filter element ............................ 7-18
Checking the engine idling speed ........................................ 7-18
Valve clearance............................. 7-18
Tires .............................................. 7-19
Cast magnesium wheels .............. 7-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 7-22
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 7-23
Brake light switches ..................... 7-24
Checking the front and rear brake pads ................................ 7-24
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-25
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-26
Drive chain slack........................... 7-26
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................. 7-28
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 7-28
Checking and lubricating the
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Instrument and control functions
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TIPSee page 7-13 for canister information.
EAU13435
Catalytic converterThe exhaust system contains catalytic
converter(s) to reduce harmful exhaust
emissions.
WARNING
EWA10863
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
burns: Do not park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
 Park the vehicle in a place
where pedestrians or children
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
 Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before
doing any maintenance work.
 Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up of
heat.
EAU79902
SeatsPassenger seat
To remove the passenger seat1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it clockwise.
2. Lift the front of the passenger seat and pull it forward.
To install the passenger seat1. With the seat lock key still in the open position (turned clockwise),
insert the projection on the rear of
the passenger seat into the seat1. Seat lock
2. Unlock.
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IndexAABS warning light ................................... 4-7
Air filter element .................................... 7-18
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 4-49
Auxiliary system warning light ................ 4-9BBattery .................................................. 7-32
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-29
Brake control system (BC) .................... 4-34
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 7-26
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 7-25
Brake lever ............................................ 4-33
Brake lever free play, checking............. 7-23
Brake light switches.............................. 7-24
Brake pedal........................................... 4-33CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-28
Canister................................................. 7-13
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 4-38
CCU ...................................................... 4-40
Clutch lever ........................................... 4-32
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 7-22
Coolant ................................................. 7-16
Cowlings and panels .............................. 7-9DData recording, vehicle ......................... 10-2
Diagnostic connector............................ 10-2
Dimmer switch ........................................ 4-4
Display, main screen............................... 4-9
Display, menu screen ........................... 4-15 Document storage ................................ 4-41
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 7-28
Drive chain slack .................................. 7-26
EEngine break-in ...................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed, checking ............. 7-18
Engine oil and oil filter
cartridge ........... 7-13
Engine overheating ............................... 7-40
Engine serial number ............................ 10-1
EXUP system........................................ 4-49FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 7-24
Front fork, adjusting ............................. 4-42
Front fork, checking ............................. 7-31
Fuel ....................................................... 4-36
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 6-4
Fuel level warning light ........................... 4-6
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 4-35
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 4-37
Fuses, replacing ................................... 7-34GGlossary ................................................. 3-5HHandlebar 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 ............... 4-50
Immobilizer system ................................ 4-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .......... 4-8
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 4-6
MMain switch/steering lock .......................4-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic....7-5
Maintenance, emission control system ..................................................7-3
Malfunction indicator light (MIL)..............4-6
Matte color, caution ................................8-1
Model label ...........................................10-1NNeutral 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 ..................................4-42SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seat cover .............................................4-41
Seats .....................................................4-38
Shift indicator light ..................................4-7
Shifting ....................................................6-3
Shift pedal .............................................4-32
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....4-45
Sidestand ..............................................4-49
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....7-30
Spark plugs, checking ..........................7-12
Special features ......................................3-1
Specifications .........................................9-1
Stability control indicator light ................4-8
Starting the engine ..................................6-2
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