YAMAHA YZF-R1 2008 Owners Manual

CONSUMER INFORMATION
9-1
9
EAU26351
Identification numbers Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and mod-
el label information in the spaces pro-
vided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the vehi-
cle is stolen.
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26381
Key identification number
The key identification number is
stamped into the key tag. Record this
number in the space provided and use
it for reference when ordering a new
key.
EAU26400
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
cycle with the licensing authority in yourarea.
1. Key identification number
2. Code re-registering key (red bow)
3. Standard keys (black bow)
1. Vehicle identification number
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
9-2
9
EAU33941
Model label
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the passenger seat. (See page
3-19.) Record the information on this la-
bel in the space provided. This informa-
tion will be needed when ordering
spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA12371
Do not touch either muffler bracket,
located under the muffler bracket
covers, until the exhaust system hascooled.1. Model label
1. Muffler bracket cover
2. Muffler bracket
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INDEX
AAir filter element, replacing ................... 6-16
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................... 3-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-38BBattery .................................................. 6-31
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-27
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-23
Brake lever ........................................... 3-16
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-16CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-19
Clutch lever........................................... 3-15
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-22
Coolant ................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light.......... 3-5
Cowlings and panels,
removing and installing......................... 6-6DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-14
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-26
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-25EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ........... 6-10
Engine stop switch................................ 3-14
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-7
EXUP system ....................................... 3-25
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-23
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-21
Front fork, checking...............................6-29
Fuel ....................................................... 3-17
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light............................ 3-4
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .......... 3-18
Fuel tank cap......................................... 3-17
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-32HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-14
Hazard switch........................................ 3-15
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-34
Helmet holders ...................................... 3-20
High beam indicator light......................... 3-4
Horn switch ........................................... 3-14IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-26
Immobilizer system .................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ........... 3-7
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-4KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-38
Luggage strap holders .......................... 3-25MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-2
Matte color, caution .................................7-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2
Multi-function meter unit .......................... 3-7
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-4OOil level warning light .............................. 3-4PParking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ........................................... 3-14
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list .......................... 4-2RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-22SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats..................................................... 3-19
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-15
Shift pedal, checking and lubricating .... 6-28
Shift timing indicator light ........................ 3-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-22
Sidestand .............................................. 3-25
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..... 6-28
Spark plugs, checking............................. 6-9
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ........................................... 3-14
Steering, checking ................................ 6-30
Storage ................................................... 7-4
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-39
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-29TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-37
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-18
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INDEXThrottle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-27
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-43
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-44
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-37
Turn signal switch ................................. 3-14VValve clearance .................................... 6-18
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-30
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-40
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-42
Wheels .................................................. 6-21
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PRINTED IN JAPAN
2007.06-0.7×1 CR
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