steering YAMAHA YZF-R1 2017 Owners Manual

Table of contentsSafety information........................... 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments................ 2-3
Special features ............................... 3-1
YRC (Yamaha Ride Control) .......... 3-1
Glossary ......................................... 3-3
YRC functions visual guide............. 3-4
Instrument and co ntrol functions... 4-1
Immobilizer system ..... .................... 4-1
Main switch/steering lock................ 4-2
Handlebar switches ........................ 4-3
Indicator lights and warning lights ............................................ 4-6
Display ............................................ 4-9
MENU screen ............................... 4-15
Clutch lever................................... 4-30
Shift pedal..... ............................ .... 4-30
Brake lever ................................... 4-31
Brake pedal .................................. 4-31
Brake system ..... ....................... .... 4-32
Fuel tank cap ................................ 4-33
Fuel............................................... 4-34
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ............................ 4-36
Catalytic converter ........................ 4-36
Seats ............................................ 4-37 CCU (for equipped models) ......... 4-38
Document storage ........................ 4-39
Rear view mirrors ......................... 4-40
Adjusting the front fork ................. 4-40
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly................................... 4-42
EXUP system ............................... 4-46
Auxiliary DC connector................. 4-46
Sidestand ..................................... 4-47
Ignition circuit cut- off system ........ 4-47
For your safety – pre-operation
checks .............................................. 5-1
Operation and important riding
points ................................................ 6-1
Starting the engine ......................... 6-1
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ............................... 6-3
Engine break-in .............................. 6-3
Parking ........................................... 6-4
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment ....................................... 7-1
Owner’s tool kit............................... 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 7-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 7-5 Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .................................. 7-9
Checking the spark plugs ............ 7-12
Canister ....................................... 7-13
Engine oil and oil filt er cartridge... 7-13
Coolant ........................................ 7-16
Air filter element ........................... 7-18
Checking the engine idling speed............ ............................ 7-19
Checking the throttle grip free play ........................................... 7-19
Valve clearance ........................... 7-19
Tires ............................................. 7-20
Cast magnesium wheels.............. 7-22
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ........................................... 7-23
Checking the brake lever free
play ........................................... 7-24
Brake light switches ..................... 7-24
Checking the front and rear
brake pads................................ 7-25
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-25
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-26
Drive chain slack.......................... 7-27
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 7-28
Checking and lubricating the cables ....................................... 7-29
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Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals ............... 7-29
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 7-30
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 7-31
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ... 7-31
Checking the front fork ................. 7-31
Checking the steering . .................. 7-32
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-32
Battery .......................................... 7-33
Replacing the fuses ...................... 7-34
Vehicle lights ................................ 7-36
Supporting the motor cycle............ 7-37
Troubleshooting............................ 7-37
Troubleshooting charts ................. 7-39
Motorcycle care and storage .......... 8-1
Matte color caution ......................... 8-1
Care................................................ 8-1
Storage ........................................... 8-4
Specifications .................................. 9-1
Consumer information .................. 10-1
Identification numbers .................. 10-1
Diagnostic connector ... ................. 10-2
Vehicle data recordin g.................. 10-2
Index ............................................... 11-1
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Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine exhaust
with fans or open windows and
doors, carbon monoxide can rap-
idly reach dangerous levels.
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Do not run engine in poorly venti-
lated or partially enclosed areas
such as barns, garages, or car-
ports.
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Do not run engine outdoors where
engine exhaust can be drawn into
a building through openings such
as windows and doors.
Loading
Adding accessories or cargo to your
motorcycle can adversely affect stabili-
ty and handling if the weight distribution
of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid
the possibility of an accident, use ex-
treme caution when adding cargo or
accessories to your motorcycle. Use
extra care when riding a motorcycle
that has added cargo or accessories.
Here, along with the information about
accessories below, are some general
guidelines to follow if loading cargo to
your motorcycle: The total weight of the operator, pas-
senger, accessories and cargo must
not exceed the maximum load limit.
Operation of an overloaded vehicle
could cause an accident.
When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind:

Cargo and accessory weight
should be kept as low and close to
the motorcycle as possible. Se-
curely pack your heaviest items as
close to the center of the vehicle as
possible and make sure to distrib-
ute the weight as evenly as possi-
ble on both sides of the motorcycle
to minimize imbalance or instabili-
ty.

Shifting weights can create a sud-
den imbalance. Make sure that ac-
cessories and cargo are securely
attached to the motorcycle before
riding. Check accessory mounts
and cargo restraints frequently.
Properly adjust the suspension
for your load (suspension-ad- justable models only), and
check the condition and pres-
sure of your tires.
Never attach any large or heavy items to the handlebar, front
fork, or front fender. These
items, including such cargo as
sleeping bags, duffel bags, or
tents, can create unstable han-
dling or a slow steering re-
sponse.
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This vehicle is not designed to
pull a trailer or to be attached to
a sidecar.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle
is an important decision. Genuine
Yamaha accessories, which are avail-
able only from a Yamaha dealer, have
been designed, tested, and approved
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
Many companies with no connection to
Yamaha manufacture parts and acces-
sories or offer other modifications for
Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a
position to test the products that these
aftermarket companies produce.
Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
Maximum load: 187 kg (412 lb)
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dorse nor recommend the use of ac-
cessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories,
and Modifications
While you may find aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accessories
or modifications are not suitable be-
cause of potential safety hazards to you
or others. Installing aftermarket prod-
ucts or having other modifications per-
formed to your vehicle that change any
of the vehicle’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and others
at greater risk of serious injury or death.
You are responsible for injuries related
to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.

Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the perfor-
mance of your motorcycle. Care-
fully inspect the accessory before using it to make sure that it does
not in any way reduce ground
clearance or cornering clearance,
limit suspension travel, steering
travel or control operation, or ob-
scure lights or reflectors.
Accessories fitted to the handle-
bar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improper
weight distribution or aerody-
namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be as
lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.
Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle due to aerody-
namic effects. Wind may at-
tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become un-
stable in cross winds. These ac-
cessories may also cause
instability when passing or being
passed by large vehicles.
Certain accessories can dis- place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the free- dom of movement of the opera-
tor and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
not recommended.
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Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical acces-
sories exceed the capacity of the
motorcycle’s electrical system, an
electric failure could result, which
could cause a dangerous loss of
lights or engine power.
Aftermarket Tires and Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
motorcycle were designed to match the
performance capabilities and to provide
the best combination of handling, brak-
ing, and comfort. Other tires, rims, siz-
es, and combinations may not be
appropriate. See page 7-20 for tire
specifications and for information on
servicing and replacing your tires.
Transporting the Motorcycle
Be sure to observe following instruc-
tions before transporting the motorcy-
cle in another vehicle.

Remove all loose items from the
motorcycle.
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Controls and instruments
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1. Clutch lever (page 4-30)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 4-3)
3. ERS coupler (YZF-R1M) (page 4-40)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 4-2)
5. Instrument panel (page 4-6, 4-9)
6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 7-25)
7. Spring preload adjusting nut (YZF-R1) (page 4-40)
8. Rebound damping force adjusting bolt (YZF-R1)(page 4-40) 9. Compression damping force adjus
ting bolt (YZF-R1) (page 4-40)
10.Right handlebar switches (page 4-3)
11.Throttle grip (page 7-19)
12.Brake lever (page 4-31)
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ference.
EAU10474
Main switch/steering lockThe main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.TIPBe sure to use the standard key (black
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To
minimize the risk of losing the code
re-registering key (red bow), keep it in a
safe place and only use it for codere-registering.
EAU10552
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power. The meter lighting, taillight, li- cense plate light and auxiliary lights
come on, and the engine can be start-
ed. The key cannot be removed.
TIPThe headlights come on automatically
when the engine is started and stay on
until the key is turned to “OFF”, even ifthe engine stalls.
EAU10662
OFF
All electrical syst
ems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10062
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result inloss of control or an accident.
EAU1068B
LOCK
The steering is locked and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
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ON
OFF
LOCK
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1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. With the key in the “OFF” position, push the key in and turn it to
“LOCK”.
3. Remove the key.TIPIf the steering will not lock, try turningthe handlebars back to the right slightly. To unlock the steering
From the “LOCK” position, push the
key in and turn it to “OFF”.
EAU65680
(Parking)
The hazard lights can be turned on, but
all other electrical systems are off. The
key can be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.NOTICE
ECA22330
Using the hazard lights for an ex-
tended length of time may cause thebattery to discharge.
EAU66054
Handlebar switchesLeft
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Pass/LAP switch “ /LAP”
2. Dimmer switch “ / ”
3. Hazard switch “ ”
4. Horn switch “ ”
5. Turn signal switch “ / ”
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EAU4939C
Indicator lights and warning
lights
EAU11022
Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when a turn
signal light is flashing.
EAU11061
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
EAU11081
High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU66890
Fuel level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal). When
this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds and then go off.TIPIf the warning light does not come on at
all, remains on after refueling, or if the
warning light flashes repeatedly, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
EAU79310
Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if a prob-
lem is detected in the engine. If this oc-
curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the
on-board diagnostic system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the vehicle
power on. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the warning light does not come on at
all, or if the warning light remains on,
have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
EAU66502
ABS warning light “ ”
In normal operation, the ABS warning
light comes on when the key is turned
to “ON”, and goes off after traveling at a
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or higher.TIPIf the warning light does not work as de-
scribed above, or if the warning light
comes on while riding, the ABS and
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. Immobilizer system indicator light “ ”
3. Fuel level warning light “ ”
4. Oil pressure and coolant temperature warning light “ ”
5. Steering damper and suspension warning light “ ”
6. Stability control indicator light “SC”
7. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
8. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
9. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
10.Shift timing indicator light
11.High beam indicator light “ ”
12.ABS warning light “ ”
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TCS, SCS, or LIF systems have en-
gaged. It will also come on if the TCS is
set to “OFF” or if the TCS system be-
comes disabled while riding.
The electrical circuit of the light can be
checked by turning the key to “ON”.
The light should come on for a few sec-
onds and then go off. If the light does
not come on initially when the key is
turned to “ON”, or if the light remains
on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
EAU78410
Oil pressure and coolant tempera-
ture warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil pressure is low or if the coolant
temperature is high. If this occurs, stop
the engine immediately.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. The warning light should come
on again after going off briefly, and then
remain on until the engine is started. If
the warning light does not come on ini-
tially when the key is turned to “ON”,
have a Yamaha dealer check the elec-
trical circuit.
NOTICE
ECA22441
If the oil pressure and coolant warn-
ing light does not go off after start-
ing the engine or if it comes on while
the engine is running, stop the vehi-
cle and engine immediately.
If the engine is overheating, the
coolant temperature warning
icon will come on. Let the en-
gine cool. Check the coolant
level (see page 7-40).
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If the engine oil pressure is low,
the oil pressure warning icon
will come on. Check the oil level
(see page 7-13).
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If the warning light remains on
after letting the engine cool and
confirming the proper oil level,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle. Do not continue to op-erate the vehicle!
EAU78423
Steering damper and suspension
warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if a prob-
lem is detected in the electronic sus-
pension or steering damper.
TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, this light
should come on for a few seconds and
then go off. If the light does not come
on, or if the light remains on, have aYamaha dealer check the vehicle.
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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
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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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