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Operation and important riding points
EAU15952
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10272
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accidentor injury.
EAU73460
TIPThis model is equipped with:
an inertial measurement unit (IMU)
that will stop the engine in case of
turnover. In this case, turn the key
to “OFF” and then to “ON” before
attempting to restart the engine.
Failing to do so will prevent the en-
gine from starting even though the
engine will crank when the start
switch is pushed.
an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. In this case,
simply push the start switch to re-start the engine.
EAU79301
Starting the engineIn order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system (page 4-47) to enable starting,
one of the following conditions must be
met:
The transmission is in the neutral
position.
The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the sid-
estand up.
To start the engine
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “ ”.
2. Confirm that the following warning and indicator lights come on.
Engine trouble warning light
Oil pressure and coolant tem-
perature warning light*
ABS warning light*
Fuel level warning light*
Steering damper and suspen-
sion warning light
Shift timing indicator light
Stability control indicator light
Immobilizer system indicator
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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12 Drive chain  Check chain slack, alignment and 
condition.
 Adjust and lubricate chain with a  special O-ring chain lubricant 
thoroughly. Every 800 km (500 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or 
riding in wet areas
13 *Steering bearings  Check bearing assemblies for 
looseness.  
 Moderately repack with  lithium-soap-based grease. 
14 *Steering damper  Check operation and for oil 
leakage. 
15 *Chassis fasteners  Make sure that all nuts, bolts and 
screws are properly tightened. 
16 Brake lever pivot 
shaft  Lubricate with silicone grease.
17 Brake pedal pivot 
shaft  Lubricate with lithium-soap-based 
grease. 
18 Clutch lever pivot 
shaft  Lubricate with lithium-soap-based 
grease. 
19 Shift pedal pivot 
shaft  Lubricate with lithium-soap-based 
grease. 
20 Sidestand  Check operation.
 Lubricate with lithium-soap-based 
grease. 
21 *Sidestand switch  Check operation and replace if 
necessary. 
22 *Front fork  Check operation and for oil 
leakage.
 Replace if necessary. 
23 *Shock absorber 
assembly  Check operation and for oil 
leakage.
 Replace if necessary. 
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL 
CHECK
1000 km 
(600 mi) 10000 km 
(6000 mi) 20000 km 
(12000 mi) 30000 km 
(18000 mi) 40000 km 
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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NOTICE
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If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-pair it.
EAU23285
Checking the steeringWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. 1. Raise the front wheel off the ground. (See page 7-37.)
WARNING! To avoid injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
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2. Hold the lower ends of the frontfork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
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Checking the wheel bearingsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
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Specifications
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Brake/tail light:LED
Front turn signal light:
LED
Rear turn signal light: LED
Auxiliary light: LED
License plate light:
LED
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light: LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED
Stability control  indicator light:
LED
Oil pressure and coolant temperature warning 
light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
Steering damper and suspension warning 
light:
LED
ABS warning light:
LED Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Shift timing indicator light:
LED
Fuse(s):Main fuse:50.0 A
Terminal fuse 1:
2.0 A
Headlight fuse: 7.5 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 15.0 A
Sub radiator fan motor fuse: 10.0 A
Hazard fuse:
7.5 A
ABS ECU fuse: 7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 15.0 A
SCU fuse:
7.5 A (YZF-R1M)
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: 15.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A Electronic throttle valve fuse:
7.5 A
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Consumer information
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Identification numbersRecord the vehicle identification num-
ber, engine serial number, and the
model label information in the spaces
provided below. These identification
numbers are needed when registering
the vehicle with the authorities in your
area and when ordering spare parts
from a Yamaha dealer.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUM-
BER:
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26401
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.TIPThe vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in yourarea.
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Engine serial number
The engine serial number is stamped
into the crankcase.
1. Vehicle identification number
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1. Engine serial number
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IndexAABS warning light.................................... 4-6
Air filter element .................................... 7-18
Auxiliary DC connector ......................... 4-46BBattery................................................... 7-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking and  lubricating ........................................... 7-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking and  lubricating ........................................... 7-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 7-26
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 7-25
Brake lever ............................................ 4-31
Brake lever free play, checking ............. 7-24
Brake light switches .............................. 7-24
Brake pedal ........................................... 4-31
Brake system ........................................ 4-32CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 7-29
Canister................................................. 7-13
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 4-36
CCU ...................................................... 4-38
Clutch lever ........................................... 4-30
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 7-23
Coolant.................................................. 7-16
Cowlings and panels, removing and  installing................................................ 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 ................................ 4-39
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 7-28
Drive chain slack .................................. 7-27
EEngine break-in ...................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 7-19
Engine oil and oil fi
lter cartridge ........... 7-13
Engine serial number............................ 10-1
Engine trouble warning light ................... 4-6
EXUP system ....................................... 4-46FFront and rear brake  pads, checking .... 7-25
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 4-40
Front fork, checking .............................. 7-31
Fuel....................................................... 4-34
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 6-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 4-6
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow  hose ................................................... 4-36
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 4-33
Fuses, replacing ................................... 7-34GGlossary ................................................. 3-3HHandlebar 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 ................ 4-47
Immobilizer system ................................. 4-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 4-7
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
Matte color, caution ................................. 8-1
Model label ............................................ 10-2NNeutral 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 .................................. 4-40SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 4-37
Shifting .................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 4-30
Shift timing indicator light ........................ 4-7
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 4-42
Sidestand .............................................. 4-47
Sidestand, checking an d lubricating...... 7-31
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 7-12
Special features ...................................... 3-1
Specifications .......................................... 9-1
Stability control indicator light.................. 4-7
Starting the engine .................................. 6-1
Steering, checking................................. 7-32
Steering damper and suspension 
warning light.......................................... 4-8
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