YAMAHA YZF-R1 2017 Manual Online

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General maintenance an d lubrication chartNO. 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
(24000 mi)
1 *Diagnostic system
check Perform dynamic inspection using
Yamaha diagnostic tool.
Check the error codes. 
2 *Air filter element Replace. Every 40000 km (24000 mi)
3Clutch Check operation.
Adjust. 
4 *Front brake Check operation, fluid level, and
for fluid leakage.
Replace brake pads if necessary. 
5 *Rear brake Check operation, fluid level, and
for fluid leakage.
Replace brake pads if necessary. 
6 *Brake hoses Check for cracks or damage.

Replace. Every 4 years
7 *Brake fluid Change. Every 2 years
8 *Wheels Check runout and for damage.
Replace if necessary. 
9 *Tires Check tread depth and for
damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary. 
10 *Wheel bearings Check bearing for looseness or
damage. 
11 *Swingarm pivot
bearings Check operation and for
excessive play. 
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
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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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24 *Rear suspension
relay arm and
connecting arm
pivoting points Check operation.

25 Engine oil Change (warm engine before
draining).
Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. 
26 Engine oil filter
cartridge Replace.

27 *Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage. 
Change. Every 3 years
28 *EXUP system Check operation, cable free play
and pulley position. 
29 *Front and rear brake
switches Check operation.

30 *Moving parts and
cables Lubricate.

31 *Throttle grip
housing and cable Check operation and free play.
Adjust the throttle cable free play
if necessary.
Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable. 
32 *Lights, signals and
switches Check operation.
Adjust headlight beam.

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
(24000 mi)
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TIP
Air filter
This model’s air filter uses a disposable oil-coated paper element. This el ement cannot be cleaned with compressed
air, doing so will only damage it.
The air filter element needs to be replaced more fr equently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.

Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check the front and rear brake fluid levels. Replenish if necessary.
Every two years replace the rear brake master cylinder, the internal components of the front brake master cylinder, the brake calipers, and change the brake fluid.
Replace the brake hoses every four years or sooner if cracked, damaged, or if any section of the stainless steel brakehose has turned black.
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Removing and installing
cowlings and panelsThe cowlings and panels shown need
to be removed to perform some of the
maintenance jobs described in this
chapter. Refer to this section each time
a cowling or panel needs to be re-
moved and installed.
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Cowlings A and B (for YZF-R1)
To remove a cowlingRemove the quick fastener screws and
the quick fasteners, and then take the
cowling off.
To install a cowling
Place the cowling in its original position,
1. Panel A
2. Cowling A
3. Cowling C
4. Panel B
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1. Panel C
2. Cowling B
3. Panel D
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1. Cowling A
2. Quick fastener screw
3. Quick fastener
1. Cowling B
2. Quick fastener screw
3. Quick fastener
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12 and then install the quick fasteners and
the quick fastener screws.
Cowling C (for YZF-R1)
To remove a cowling
1. Remove cowlings A and B.
2. Remove the screws and collars,
and then take the cowling off.
To install a cowling1. Place the cowling in its original po- sition and then install the collars
and screws.
2. Install cowlings A and B. Cowlings A and B (for YZF-R1M)
To remove a cowling
Remove the screw, collar, quick fasten-
er screws and the quick fasteners, and
then take the cowling off.
To install a cowling
Place the cowling in its original position,
and then install the collar, screw, quick
fasteners and the quick fastener
screws.
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Panels A and C
To remove a panelRemove the quick fastener and screw,
1. Cowling C
2. Screw
3. Collar
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1. Cowling A
2. Quick fastener screw
3. Quick fastener
4. Screw
5. Collar
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1. Cowling B
2. Quick fastener screw
3. Quick fastener
4. Screw
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and then pull the panel off. To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the quick fastener and
screw.
Panels B and D
To remove a panel1. Remove cowling A or B. (See
page 7-9.)
2. Remove the screws, and then pull the panel off.
To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the screws.
1. Quick fastener
2. Screw
3. Panel A
1. Quick fastener
2. Screw
3. Panel C
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1. Screw
2. Panel B
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1. Screw
2. Panel D
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Checking the spark plugsThe spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
they should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
ter electrode of each spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color
when the vehicle is ridden normally),
and all spark plugs installed in the en-
gine should have the same color. If any
spark plug shows a distinctly different
color, the engine could be operating im-
properly. Do not attempt to diagnose
such problems yourself. Instead, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or other
deposits, it should be replaced. Before installing a spark plug, the spark
plug gap should be measured with a
wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and then
wipe off any grime from the spark plug
threads.
NOTICE
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Do not use any tools to remove or in-
stall the spark plug cap, otherwise
the ignition coil coupler may get
damaged. The spark plug cap may
be difficult to remove because the
rubber seal on the end of the cap fits
tightly. To remove the spark plug
cap, simply twist it back and forth
while pulling it out; to install it, twistit back and forth while pushing it in.
Specified spark plug:
NGK/LMAR9E-J
1. Spark plug gapSpark plug gap: 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
Tightening torque: Spark plug (new):18 N·m (1.8 kgf·m, 13 lb·ft)
Spark plug (after checking):
13 N·m (1.3 kgf·m, 9.4 lb·ft)
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CanisterThis model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere. Before operating
this vehicle, make sure to check the fol-
lowing:
Check each hose connection.

Check each hose and canister for
cracks or damage. Replace if dam-
aged.

Make sure that the canister breath-
er is not blocked, and if necessary,
clean it.
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Engine oil and oil filter
cartridgeThe engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car-
tridge replaced at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
To check the engine oil level 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set- tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window located
at the bottom-left side of the crank-
case.TIPThe engine oil should be between theminimum and maximum level marks. 4. If the engine oil is at or below the
minimum level mark, add sufficient
oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.
To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter cartridge replace-
ment) 1. Remove cowling A and panel B. (See page 7-9.)
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil.
#4#3#2#1
FUEL TANK
THROTTLE BODY CHARCOAL
CANISTER
ATMOSPHERE
1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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the engine oil drain bolt and its
gasket to drain the oil from the
crankcase.
TIPSkip steps 5–7 if the oil filter cartridge isnot being replaced.
5. Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench.TIPAn oil filter wrench is available at aYamaha dealer.
6. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter
cartridge.
TIPMake sure that the O-ring is properlyseated.
7. Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.
1. Engine oil filler cap
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
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1. Oil filter cartridge
2. Oil filter wrench1
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1. O-ring
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