YAMAHA YXZ1000R 2021 Owners Manual

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RearEBU35211Upper and lower arm pivot lubrication
(left and right)Lubricate the upper and lower arm pivots with
a grease gun.Front
Rear
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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EBU32590Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lu-
brication (left and right)Lubricate the knuckle upper and lower pivots
with a grease gun.EBU35220Drive shaft universal joint lubricationLubricate the drive shaft universal joint with a
grease gun.
EBU32600Steering shaft lubricationLubricate the pivot points.
Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease
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EBU32610Wheel removal1. Loosen the wheel nuts.
2. Elevate the vehicle and place a suitablestand under the frame.
3. Remove the nuts from the wheel.
4. Remove the wheel.
EBU32620Tire replacementAlways use the same size and type of tires
recommended in this owner’s manual. The
tires that came with your Yamaha YXZ1000E
were designed to match the performance ca-
pabilities and to provide the best combination
of handling, braking, and comfort. It is best to
replace all four tires at the same time. If that is
not possible, you must replace the tires in1. Wheel nut
1 1
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pairs (front or rear) with tires of the same size
and type as the originals. Never replace just
one tire.
WARNING
EWB03390Installing improper tires on your Yamaha
YXZ1000E can affect handling and stabili-
ty. This can cause a loss of control. The tires listed below have been approved by
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of
America for this model.
EBU33090Wheel installation1. Install the wheel and the nuts.
2. Lower the vehicle so that the wheel is on the ground.
3. Tighten the wheel nuts in a crisscross pattern to the specified torque.
WARNING
EWB03400Do not reverse the rims on your Yamaha
YXZ1000E to widen the track width. Install-
ing wheels improperly increases the risk of
wheel failure and accidents.
Front tire:Size:29 x 9.00R-14NHS
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/M917 / BIGHORN
Rear tire: Size:29 x 11.00R-14NHS
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/M918 / BIGHORN
Tightening torques:Front wheel nut:95 N·m (9.5 kgf·m, 70 lb·ft)
Rear wheel nut: 95 N·m (9.5 kgf·m, 70 lb·ft)
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EBU35232BatteryThis model is equipped with a 12–volt VRLA
(valve–regulated lead–acid) battery. There is
no need to check the electrolyte or to add dis-
tilled water. However, the battery lead con-
nections need to be checked and tightened,
and the battery terminals cleaned if corroded.
If the battery seems to have discharged, re-
charge it as soon as possible.
WARNING
EWB03410Avoid battery contact with skin, eyes, or
clothing. Shield eyes when working near
batteries. Keep out of reach of children.
You could be poisoned or severely burned
by the sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte. In
case of accidental contact with battery
electrolyte:
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Get prompt
medical attention.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention.

WARNING
EWB03420Batteries may produce explosive gases.
Ventilate when charging or using in a
closed space. Keep batteries away from
sparks, flames, cigarettes, or other sourc-
es of ignition. To remove the battery
1. Turn the key to “ ” (off).
2. Remove panel A. (See page 9-10.)
3. Remove the battery holding plate by re- moving the bolts.
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4. Disconnect the negative battery lead first,then the positive battery lead by remov-
ing their bolt. NOTICE: When removing
the battery, the main switch must be
off, and the negative lead must be dis-
connected before the positive lead.
[ECB01002]
5. Pull the battery out of its compartment.
To charge the battery
 Remove it from vehicle and confirm the rec-
ommended charging rate as specified on
the battery itself.
 Select a suitable charger and follow the
manufacturer’s instructions, or have a
Yamaha dealer charge it for you.
1. Battery holding plate
2. Bolt
1 2
2
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Battery
1
2
3
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Keep in mind that the battery tends to dis-
charge more quickly if the vehicle is
equipped with optional electrical accesso-
ries.NOTICEECB00933To charge a VRLA (valve-regulated lead-
acid) battery, a special battery charger is
required. Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery. To store the battery
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.
 If the battery will be stored for more than
two months, check it at least once a month
and fully charge it if necessary.
NOTICEECB00942Always keep the battery charged. Stor-
ing the battery in a discharged state for
an extended period of time will cause
permanent battery damage.
 Do not store the battery in an excessive-
ly cold or warm place [below freezing or
above 30 °C (90 °F)]. To install the batteryTIPBe sure the battery is fully charged. 1. Place the battery in its compartment.
2. Connect the positive battery lead first,
then the negative battery lead by install-
ing their bolt. NOTICE: When installing
the battery, the main switch must be
off, and the positive lead must be con-
nected before the negative lead.
[ECB01111]
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3. Install the battery holding plate by install-ing the bolts.
4. Install the panel.TIP Make sure the battery leads are installed as
shown.
 Fully charge the battery before installing it.
EBU35244Jump-startingJump-starting the vehicle should be avoided.
The battery should be removed and charged
instead.
WARNING
EWB03430To avoid battery explosion and/or serious
damage to the electrical system:
Do not connect the negative lead of the
jumper cable to the negative terminal of
the battery.
 Do not touch the positive lead of the
jumper cable to the negative lead.
 Do not reverse the polarity of the jumper
cables when connecting to the batteries. However, if the vehicle must be jump-started,
proceed as follows.
1. Turn the key to “ ” (off).
2. Remove panel A. (See page 9-10.)
3. Remove the passenger seat cushion. (See page 5-21.)
1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. Battery
1
2
3
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4. Using a charged 12-volt battery, connectthe positive lead of the jumper cable to
the positive terminal of the battery in the
YXZ1000E and the other end of the posi-
tive lead to the positive terminal of the
charged battery.
5. Connect the negative lead of the jumper cable to the negative terminal of the
charged battery and the other end of the
negative lead to an unpainted metal sur-
face of the passenger seat frame near the
center console in the YXZ1000E. 6. Start the engine. (See page 7-2.)
7. After the engine starts, disconnect the
negative lead of the jumper cable from
the seat frame and charged battery, and
then disconnect the positive lead of the
jumper cable from the charged battery
and the battery in the YXZ1000E.
8. Install the seat cushion and the panel.1. Jumper cable positive lead
1
1. Jumper cable negative lead
1
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EBU35255Fuse replacementThe main fuse, the fuel injection system fuse,
the EPS fuse, and the fuse box are located
under panel A. (See page 9-10.)If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.1. Turn the key to “ ” (off) and turn off the electrical circuit in question.1. Main fuse
2. EPS fuse
3. Fuse box
4. Fuel injection system fuse
5. Fuel injection system spare fuse
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1. Headlight fuse çHEADé
2. Signaling system fuse çSIGNALé
3. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse çDIFFé
4. Ignition fuse çIGNITIONé
5. Backup fuse çBACK UPé (for clock)
6. Radiator fan motor fuse çFANé
7. Spare fuse
8. Accessory fuse çACCé
9. Sub radiator fan motor fuse çFAN_2é
10.Auxiliary DC jack fuse çTERMINALé
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