YAMAHA YXZ1000R SS 2018 Owners Manual

DIC183
B0F-F8199-7A
YXZ10YEXJ
YXZ10YESJ
OWNER’S MANUAL
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.

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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this ve-
hicle if it is sold.
ANSI ROHVA 1 - 2016General Manager
Engineering Division
Recreational Vehicle Business Unit
Vehicle & Solution Business Operations
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
14 ,September, 2017
We, YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan, declare in sole responsibility, that the product
(Make, model)
(If applicable)
and to the other relevant Directives of EEC
2014/30/EU
(Title and/or number and date of issue of the other Directives of EEC)
(If applicable)YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.
Koolhovenlaan 101, 1119 NC Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands
Signature
Akihiro Tsuzuki
Date of Issue
to which this declaration applies, conforms to the essential health
and safety requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC
To effect correct application of the essential health and safety requirements
stated in the Directives of EEC, the following-standards and/or technical
specifications were consulted:
(Title and/or number and date of issue of standards and/or specifications)
Authorized Representative
EC Declaration of Conformity
conforming to Directive 2006/42/EC
Manufacturer
YAMAHA MOTOR MANUFACTURING CORPORATION OF AMERICA
1000 GA Highway 34 East, Newnan, Georgia 30265-1320, U.S.A.YXZ1000ETS (YXZ10YES) (5Y4AN16W0H0500101–)
YXZ1000ET (YXZ10YEX) (5Y4AN18W0H0500101–)
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INTRODUCTION
EBU32920Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YXZ10YEXJ / YXZ10YESJ. It represents the
result of many years of Yamaha experience in th e production of fine sporting, touring, and pace-
setting racing vehicles. With the purchase of th is Yamaha, you can now appreciate the high de-
gree of craftsmanship and reliability that ha ve made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the features and operation of
this vehicle. It also includes basic maintenanc e and inspection procedures. If you have any ques-
tions regarding the operation or maintenance of your vehicle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWB03490Please read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. Do not attempt to operate
this vehicle until you have attained adequate knowledge of its controls and operating fea-
tures. Regular inspections an d careful maintenance, along with good operating techni-
ques, will help ensure that you safely enjoy the capabilities and reliability of this vehicle. UB0F7AE0.book Page 1 Monday, November 6, 2017 2:30 PM

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EBU31070FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERI-
OUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
* Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to poten-
tial personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that fol-
low this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to
avoid damage to the vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clear-
er.
WARNING
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IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT USE
EBU35900This vehicle is designed and manufactured for use on UNPAVED surfaces only, for sport-
type recreational use by experienced operators. It is unsafe to operate this vehicle on
any paved surface, paved street, paved road or motorway.
 Check the laws and regulations in force befo re choosing where to operate this vehicle.
It is illegal to operate this vehicle on public lands where ve hicles its size are prohibited.
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YXZ10YEXJ / YXZ10YESJ
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2018 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 1st edition, October 2017All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited. Printed in U.S.A.
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CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ....................... 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................... 2-1
DESCRIPTION......................................... 3-1Left view ............................................... 3-1
Right view ............................................. 3-2
Controls and instruments ..................... 3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS............................................ 4-1 Main switch .......................................... 4-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ....... 4-2
Multi-function meter unit .................... 4-10
Light switch ........................................ 4-20
Interior light switch (for equipped models) ............................................. 4-20
On–Command drive knob “2WD/4WD/DIFF LOCK” .................. 4-21
Accelerator pedal ............................... 4-22 Brake pedal ........................................ 4-22
Parking brake lever ............................ 4-23
YCC-S system.................................... 4-23
Drive select lever and shift paddles ... 4-24
Fuel tank cap...................................... 4-25
Doors .................................................. 4-25
Seats .................................................. 4-26
Adjusting the driver seat position....... 4-27
Adjusting the steering wheel
position ............................................. 4-28
Rearview mirror (for equipped
models) ............................................. 4-29
Seat belts ........................................... 4-29
Glove compartment ........................... 4-30
Storage compartments ...................... 4-30
Cup holders ........................................ 4-32
Cargo bed .......................................... 4-33
Flag pole bracket ............................... 4-34
Front shock absorbers ....................... 4-34
Rear shock absorbers ........................ 4-44
Auxiliary DC jack ................................ 4-55UB0F7AE0.book Page 1 Monday, November 6, 2017 2:30 PM

FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .................... 5-1Front and rear brakes ........................... 5-3
Fuel ....................................................... 5-3
Engine oil .............................................. 5-5
Transmission ........................................ 5-6
Coolant ................................................. 5-6
Final gear .............................................. 5-6
Differential gear .................................... 5-6
Accelerator pedal ................................. 5-6
Seat belts ............................................. 5-7
Passenger handhold ............................ 5-7
Steering ................................................ 5-7
Drive select lever and shift paddles ..... 5-7
YCC-S clutch ....................................... 5-8
Fittings and fasteners ........................... 5-8
Instruments, lights and switches .......... 5-8
Control cables ...................................... 5-8
Tires ...................................................... 5-8
OPERATION ............................................ 6-1 Engine break-in .................................... 6-1
Starting the engine ............................... 6-2 Shifting and reverse driving ..................6-3
Dynamic clutch engagement ................6-7
Launch system operation .....................6-7
Selecting the drive mode ....................6-10
Parking ................................................6-12
Loading ...............................................6-12
BASIC GUIDE FOR SAFE USE ...............7-1 KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ........................7-1
LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR VEHICLE ...........................................7-12
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT .........................................8-1 Owner’s Manual and tool kit .................8-2
Maintenance charts ..............................8-4
Hood ...................................................8-11
Panels .................................................8-11
Engine oil and oil filter.........................8-16
Transmission oil ..................................8-27
Final gear oil .......................................8-29
Differential gear oil ..............................8-32
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Axle boots .......................................... 8-36
Checking the spark plugs .................. 8-37
Air filter maintenance.......................... 8-38
Cleaning the air filter case check hoses ................................................ 8-42
Cleaning the spark arrester ................ 8-43
Valve clearance .................................. 8-45
Brakes ................................................ 8-45
Checking the front and rear brake pads.................................................. 8-45
Checking the parking brake pads ...... 8-46
Checking the brake and YCC-S
clutch fluid levels .............................. 8-46
Brake and YCC-S clutch fluid
replacement...................................... 8-48
YCC-S clutch ..................................... 8-48
Checking the brake pedal .................. 8-49
Checking the accelerator pedal ......... 8-49
Parking brake lever free play adjustment........................................ 8-50
Brake light switch ............................... 8-51
Cable inspection and lubrication........ 8-51
Pedal lubrication................................. 8-52 Checking the stabilizer bushes...........8-52
Upper and lower arm pivot
lubrication (left and right) ..................8-53
Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lubrication (left and right) ..................8-54
Drive shaft universal joint lubrication .........................................8-54
Steering shaft lubrication....................8-54
Wheel removal ....................................8-55
Checking and tightening the bead lock (YXZ10YESJ) .............................8-55
Tire replacement .................................8-56
Wheel installation................................8-57
Battery ................................................8-57
Jump-starting .....................................8-61
Fuse replacement ...............................8-63
Headlights...........................................8-65
Headlight beam adjustment ...............8-65
Tail/brake light ....................................8-66
Interior lights (for equipped models) ...8-66
Troubleshooting ..................................8-66
Troubleshooting charts .......................8-68
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CLEANING AND STORAGE .................... 9-1Cleaning ............................................... 9-1
Storage ................................................. 9-2
SPECIFICATIONS ................................. 10-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ................ 11-1 Identification number records ............ 11-1
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LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS
EBU33422Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe
and proper operation of your vehicle.
Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a
replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer.UB0F7AE0.book Page 1 Monday, November 6, 2017 2:30 PM