warning YAMAHA YZF-R1 2017 User Guide

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EAU79281
DisplayThe display has two different main
screen display modes, STREET
MODE and TRACK MODE. Most of the
functions are viewable in either mode,
but the layout differs slightly. The fol-
lowing items can be found on the dis-
play.
Speedometer
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Tachometer

Information display
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Transmission gear display
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Front brake pressure indicator
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Acceleration indicator
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YRC setting display MODE/PWR/
TCS/SCS
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YRC setting display LCS/QS/LIF
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ERS indicator (ERS-equipped
models)
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GPS indicator (CCU-equipped
models)
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Clock
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Revolution peak hold indicator
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Lap timer

Various warning icons

Error mode warning “Err”
TIPThis model uses a thin-film-transistor
liquid-crystal display (TFT LCD) for
good contrast and readability in various
lighting conditions. However, due to the
nature of this technology, it is normal
for a small number of pixels to be inac-tive. STREET MODE
1. YRC items LCS/QS/LIF
2. ERS indicator (YZF-R1M)
3. Speedometer
4. GPS indicator (CCU-equipped models)
5. Logging indicator (CCU-equipped models)
6. Clock
7. Revolution peak hold indicator
8. Front brake pressure indicator
9. Acceleration indicator
10.Transmission gear display
11.YRC items MODE/PWR/TCS/SCS
12.Information display
13.Tachometer
ODO
12345
km
TRIP-2
1234.5
km
1
Ny
2 km/h
·1000 r/minMODE -
A
PWR
1
TCS
1
SCS
1
A
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1
LCS
QS
LIF
GPS
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TRACK MODE
WARNING
EWA18210
Stop the vehicle before making any
setting changes. Changing settings
while riding can distract the opera-
tor and increase the risk of an acci-
dent.
Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s
traveling speed.TIPThe display can be switched between
kilometers and miles. See “Unit” onpage 4-22.
Tachometer
The tachometer shows the engine
speed, as measured by the rotational
velocity of the crankshaft, in revolutions
per minute (r/min).TIP
In TRACK MODE, the tachometer
starts at 8000 r/min.

In STREET MODE, the tachome-
ter can be color-adjusted and has
a revolution peak hold indicatorwhich can be turned on or off.
NOTICE
ECA10032
Do not operate the engine in the ta-
chometer red zone.
Red zone: 14000 r/min and above
Information display
This section of the main screen is used
to show additional riding related infor-
mation such as air and coolant temper-
ature readings, tripmeters, and fuel
consumption statistics. The information
display items can be set into four
groups via the MENU screen.
The information display items are:
A.TEMP: air temperature
C.TEMP: coolant temperature
TRIP-1: tripmeter 1
TRIP-2: tripmeter 2
F-TRIP: fuel tripmeter
ODO: odometer
FUEL CON: the amount of fuel con-
sumed
FUEL AVG: average fuel consumption
CRNT FUEL: current fuel consumptionTIP
ODO will lock at 999999 and can-
not be reset.

TRIP-1 and TRIP-2 will reset to 0
and begin counting again after
9999.9 has been reached.

When the fuel tank reserve level
1. YRC items LCS/QS/LIF
2. ERS indicator (YZF-R1M)
3. Lap timer
4. Coolant temperature warning “ ”
5. Oil pressure warning “ ”
6. Clock
7. Transmission gear display
8. Information display
9. YRC items MODE/PWR/TCS/SCS
10.Speedometer
11.Tachometer
MODE
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A
PWR
1
TCS
1
SCS
1
km/h
123
ODO
km
7890
GEARN
LAP 09
LATEST12
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·1000 r/min
A
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LC LCS
QS
LIF
12 :
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Warning icons
When an error is detected, the following
error-related warning icons will then be
viewable.
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SCU trouble warning icon
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Steering damper warning icon
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Coolant temperature warning icon

Oil pressure warning icon
SCU trouble warning “ ”
(YZF-R1M)
The SCU trouble warning icon appears
if a problem is detected in the front or
rear suspension. Steering damper warning “ ”
The steering damper warning icon ap-
pears if a problem is detected in the
steering damper.
Coolant temperature warning “ ”
This icon comes on if the coolant tem-
perature reaches 117 
C (242 F) or
higher. Stop the vehicle and turn off the
engine. Allow the engine to cool.
NOTICE
ECA10022
Do not continue to operate the en-gine if it is overheating.
Oil pressure warning “ ”
This icon comes on when the engine oil
pressure is low. When the key is first
turned to ON, engine oil pressure has
yet to build, so this icon will come on
and stay on until the engine has been
started. NOTICE
ECA21210
If the warning light comes on when
the engine is running, stop the en-
gine immediately and check oil level.
If the oil level is below the minimum level, add sufficient oil of the recom-
mended type to raise it up to the cor-
rect level. If the oil pressure warning
light remains on even if the oil level
is correct, immediately turn the en-
gine off and have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Error mode warning “Err”
When an internal error occurs (e.g.,
communication with a system controller
has been cut off), the error mode warn-
ing will appear as follows.
“Err” and “ ” indicates an ECU error.
“Err” and “ ” indicates an SCU error.
“Err” only indicates an HCU (hydraulic
control unit) error.TIP
Depending on the nature of the er-
ror, the display may not function
properly and YRC settings may be
impossible to change. Additionally,
ABS and UBS may not function
properly. Use extra care when
braking and have a Yamaha deal-er check the vehicle immediately.
1. SCU trouble warning “ ”
2. Steering damper warning “ ”
3. Coolant temperature warning “ ”
4. Oil pressure warning “ ”
5. Error mode warning “Err”·1000 r/min


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EAU67041
Brake systemThis model is equipped with an inte-
grated anti-lock brake system (ABS)
and a variable unified brake system
(UBS).
Regarding ABS, operate the brakes as
you would conventional brakes. If the
ABS is activated, a pulsating sensation
may be felt at the brake lever or brake
pedal. In this situation, continue to ap-
ply the brakes and let the ABS work; do
not “pump” the brakes as this will re-
duce braking effectiveness.
WARNING
EWA16051
Always keep a sufficient distance
from the vehicle ahead to match the
riding speed even with ABS.
The ABS performs best with
long braking distances.
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On certain surfaces, such as
rough or gravel roads, the brak-
ing distance may be longer withthe ABS than without.
The ABS and UBS hydraulic control
unit is monitored by the ABS ECU,
which will revert the system to conven- tional braking if a malfunction occurs.
TIP
The ABS performs a self-diagno-
sis test when the vehicle is started
and reaches a speed of 10 km/h (6
mi/h). During this test, a “clicking”
noise may be audible from the hy-
draulic control unit, and a vibration
may be felt at the bake lever or
pedal, but this is normal.

This ABS has a test mode which
allows the owner to experience the
pulsation at the brake lever or
brake pedal when the ABS is oper-
ating. However, special tools are
required, so please consult yourYamaha dealer.
NOTICE
ECA20100
Be careful not to damage the wheel
sensor or wheel sensor rotor; other-
wise, improper performance of theABS will result.
Regarding variable UBS, operating the
brake lever will generate corresponding
brake pressure at the front brake and to
a variable degree, the rear brake. The
1. Front wheel sensor rotor
2. Front wheel sensor
1. Rear wheel sensor rotor
2. Rear wheel sensor
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TIPThe fuel tank cap cannot be closed un-
less the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap isnot properly closed and locked.
WARNING
EWA11092
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed after filling fuel.Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
EAU13222
FuelMake sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING
EWA10882
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are
extremely flammable. To avoid fires
and explosions and to reduce the
risk of injury when refueling, followthese instructions. 1. Before refueling, turn off the en- gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vi-
cinity of sparks, open flames, or
other sources of ignition such as
the pilot lights of water heaters and
clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. When refueling, be sure to insert the
pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler
hole. Stop filling when the fuel
reaches the bottom of the filler
tube. Because fuel expands when
it heats up, heat from the engine or
the sun can cause fuel to spill out
of the fuel tank. 3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-
ately. NOTICE: Immediately wipe
off spilled fuel with a clean, dry,
soft cloth, since fuel may deteri-
orate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
[ECA10072]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap.
WARNING
EWA15152
Gasoline is poisonous and can
cause injury or death. Handle gaso-
line with care. Never siphon gaso-
line by mouth. If you should swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas-
oline vapor, or get some gasoline in1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
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ately. If gasoline spills on your skin,
wash with soap and water. If gaso-
line spills on your clothing, change
your clothes.
EAU75320
NOTICE
ECA11401
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,as well as to the exhaust system.
TIP
This mark identifies the recom-
mended fuel for this vehicle as
specified by European regulation
(EN228).

Check that gasoline nozzle has thesame identifier when fueling.
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use premium unleaded gaso-
line with a research octane number of
95 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-
curs, use a gasoline of a different
brand. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
spark plug life and reduce maintenance
costs.
Gasohol
There are two types of gasohol: gaso- hol containing ethanol and that contain-
ing methanol. Gasohol containing
ethanol can be used if the ethanol con-
tent does not exceed 10% (E10). Gas-
ohol containing methanol is not
recommended by Yamaha because it
can cause damage to the fuel system
or vehicle performance problems.
Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline (Gaso-
hol [E10] acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity: 17 L (4.5 US gal, 3.7 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount (when the fuel
level warning light comes on):
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal)
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Fuel tank breat her hose and
overflow hoseBefore operating the motorcycle:
Check each hose connection.
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Check each hose for cracks or
damage, and replace if necessary.
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Make sure that the end of each
hose is not blocked, and clean if
necessary.
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Make sure that the end of each
hose is positioned outside of the
cowling.
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Make sure that each hose is rout-
ed through the clamp or guide.
EAU13434
Catalytic converterThis model is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the exhaust system.
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.
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Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before do-
ing any maintenance work.

Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up ofheat.
NOTICE
ECA10702
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause unre- pairable damage to the catalytic
converter.
1. Clamp
2. Fuel tank overflow hose
3. Fuel tank breather hose
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Rear view mirrorsThe rear view mirrors of this vehicle can
be folded forward for parking in narrow
spaces. Fold the mirrors back to their
original position before riding.
WARNING
EWA14372
Be sure to fold the rear view mirrors
back to their original position beforeriding.
EAU66474
Adjusting the front forkNOTICE
ECA22471

Use extra care to avoid scratch-
ing the gold-anodized finish
when making suspension ad-
justments.

To avoid damaging the suspen-
sion’s internal mechanisms, do
not attempt to turn beyond themaximum or minimum settings.
For YZF-R1
This model is equipped with adjustable
suspension. The spring preload, re-
bound damping force, and compres-
sion damping force of each leg can be
adjusted.WARNING
EWA10181
Always adjust both fork legs equal-
ly, otherwise poor handling and lossof stability may result.
Spring preload
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjusting nut on each fork in direc-
tion (a). To decrease the spring preload
and thereby soften the suspension,
turn the adjusting nut on each fork in di-
rection (b).
Rebound damping force
To increase the rebound damping force
and thereby harden the rebound damp-
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2. Parking position11
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1. Spring preload adjusting nutSpring preload setting:Minimum (soft):
0 turn(s) in direction (a)*
Standard: 9 turn(s) in direction (a)*
Maximum (hard): 15 turn(s) in direction (a)*
* With the adjusting nut fully turned in
direction (b)
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2. Slide the rubber cover back at
each coupler.
3. Remove the coupler on each front fork. NOTICE: To prevent dam-
aging the couplers, do not use
sharp tools or excessive
force.
[ECA22770]
4. To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension,
turn the adjusting bolt on each fork
leg in direction (a). To decrease
the spring preload and thereby
soften the suspension, turn the ad-
justing bolt on each fork leg in di-
rection (b). 5. Attach the coupler on each fork.
6. Slide the rubber cover to the origi-
nal position.
EAU66493
Adjusting th e shock absorber
assembly
WARNING
EWA10222
This shock absorber assembly con-
tains highly pressurized nitrogen
gas. Read and understand the fol-
lowing information before handling
the shock absorber assembly.
Do not tamper with or attempt to
open the cylinder assembly.

Do not subject the shock ab-
sorber assembly to an open
flame or other high heat source.
This may cause the unit to ex-
plode due to excessive gas
pressure.

Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.

Do not dispose of a damaged or
worn-out shock absorber as-
sembly yourself. Take the shock
absorber assembly to a Yamahadealer for any service.
1. Rubber cover
2. Coupler
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1. Spring preload adjusting boltSpring preload setting: Minimum (soft):
0 turn(s) in direction (a)*
Standard: 5 turn(s) in direction (a)*
Maximum (hard): 15 turn(s) in direction (a)*
* With the adjusting nut fully turned in
direction (b)
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(a) (b)
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SidestandThe sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.TIPThe built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
cuts the ignition in certain situations.
(See the following section for an expla-
nation of the ignition circuit cut-off sys-tem.)
WARNING
EWA10242
The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the sides-
tand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off
system has been designed to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of raising the sidestand be-
fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly and have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not
function properly.
EAU57950
Ignition circuit
cut-off systemThe ignition circuit cut-off system (com-
prising the sidestand switch, clutch
switch and neutral switch) has the fol-
lowing functions.
It prevents starting when the trans-
mission is in gear and the sides-
tand is up, but the clutch lever is
not pulled.

It prevents starting when the trans-
mission is in gear and the clutch le-
ver is pulled, but the sidestand is
still down.

It cuts the running engine when the
transmission is in gear and the sid-
estand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.
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