engine YAMAHA YZF-R1SC 2004 Workshop Manual

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ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH CABLE FREE PLAY /
REPLACING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENTCHK
ADJ
a
b
NOTE: Engine side
a. Loosen the locknut
1.
b. Turn the adjusting nut
2 in direction a or b
until the specified clutch cable free play is ob-
tained.
Direction
Clutch cable free play is
increased.
DirectionClutch cable free play is
decreased.
c. Tighten the locknuts.
Lock nut
7Nm (0.7 m
kg, 5.1 ft
lb)
EAS00086
REPLACING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT
1. Remove:

rider seat
Refer to “SEATS”.

fuel tank
Refer to “FUEL TANK”.
2. Remove:

air filter case cover
1
3. Check:

air filter element
1
Damage
Replace.
Replace the air filter element at periodic inter-
vals of 40,000 km travel.
The air filter needs more frequent service if you
are riding in unusuallu wet or dusty areas.
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REPLACING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT /
CHECKING THE FUEL AND BREATHER HOSESCHK
ADJ
CAUTION:
NOTE:
NOTE: 4. Install:

air filter case cover
Never operate the engine without the air fil-
ter element installed. Unfiltered air will
cause rapid wear of engine parts and may
damage the engine. Operating the engine
without the air filter element will also affect
the throttle bodies tuning, leading to poor
engine performance and possible overheat-
ing.
When installing the air filter element into the air
filter case cover, make sure their sealing sur-
faces are aligned to prevent any air leaks.
5. Install:

fuel tank
Refer to “FUEL TANK”.

rider seat
Refer to “SEATS”.
EAS00096
CHECKING THE FUEL AND BREATHER
HOSES
The following procedure applies to all of the fuel
and breather hoses.
1. Remove:

rider seat
Refer to “SEATS”.

fuel tank
Refer to “FUEL TANK”.
2. Check:

breather hose
1

fuel hose 2
Cracks / damage
Replace.
Loose connection
Connect properly.
Before removing the fuel hoses, place a few
rags in the area under where it will be removed.
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ADJUSTING THE EXUP CABLES /
CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVELCHK
ADJ
NOTE:
CAUTION:
NOTE: 7. Install:

bottom cowlings
Refer to “COWLINGS”.
EAS00102
CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.

Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand.

Make sure the motorcycle is upright.
2. Check:

coolant level
The coolant level should be between the
maximum level mark
a and minimum level
mark
b.
Below the minimum level mark
Add the
recommended coolant to the proper level.

Adding water instead of coolant lowers the
antifreeze content of the coolant. If water is
used instead of coolant check, and if nec-
essary, correct the antifreeze concentra-
tion of the coolant.

Use only distilled water. However, if dis-
tilled water is not available, soft water may
be used.
3. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
4. Check:

coolant level
Before checking the coolant level, wait a few
minutes until it settles.
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CHANGING THE COOLANT
CHK
ADJ
CAUTION:
EAS00105
CHANGING THE COOLANT
1. Remove:

bottom cowlings

side cowlings
Refer to “COWLINGS”.

rider seat
Refer to “SEATS”.
2. Remove:

coolant reservoir tank

coolant reservoir hose
3. Disconnect:

coolant reservoir cap
1
4. Drain:

coolant
(from the coolant reservoir tank)
5. Remove:

radiator cap
1
A hot radiator is under pressure. Therefore,
do not remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may
be blown out, which could cause serious in-
jury. When the engine has cooled, open the
radiator cap as follows:
Place a thick rag or a towel over the radiator
cap and slowly turn the radiator cap coun-
terclockwise toward the detent to allow any
residual pressure to escape. When the his-
sing sound has stopped, press down on the
radiator cap and turn it counterclockwise to
remove.
The following procedure applies to all of the
coolant drain bolts and copper washers.
6. Remove:

coolant drain bolts
1
(along with the copper washers)
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CHANGING THE COOLANT
CHK
ADJ
10 Nm (1.0 m
kg, 7.2 ft
lb)
WARNING
7. Drain:

coolant
(water pump inlet pipe and outlet pipe)
8. Check:

copper washers
1 New
9. Install:

coolant drain bolts
2
(with copper washers)
10. Install:

coolant reservoir tank
11. Connect:

coolant reservoir hose
12. Fill:

cooling system
(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended coolant)
Recommended antifreeze
High-quality ethylene glycol
antifreeze containing corrosion
inhibitors for aluminum engines
Mixing ratio
1:1 (antifreeze:water)
Quantity
Total amount
2.51 L
(2.21 Imp qt, 2.65 US qt)
Coolant reservoir capacity
0.25 L
(0.22 Imp qt, 0.26 US qt)
Handling notes for coolant
Coolant is potentially harmful and should be
handled with special care.

If coolant splashes in your eyes, thorough-
ly wash them with water and consult a doc-
tor.

If coolant splashes on your clothes, quick-
ly wash it away with water and then with
soap and water.

If coolant is swallowed, induce vomiting
and get immediate medical attention.
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CHANGING THE COOLANT
CHK
ADJ
CAUTION:
NOTE:
Adding water instead of coolant lowers the
antifreeze content of the coolant. If water is
used instead of coolant check, and if nec-
essary, correct the antifreeze concentra-
tion of the coolant.

Use only distilled water. However, if dis-
tilled water is not available, soft water may
be used.

If coolant comes into contact with painted
surfaces, immediately wash them with wa-
ter.

Do not mix different types of antifreeze.
13. Install:

radiator cap
14. Fill:

coolant reservoir tank
(with the recommended coolant to the maxi-
mum level mark
a)
15. Install:

coolant reservoir cap
16. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then stop it.
17. Check:

coolant level
Refer to “CHECKING THE COOLANT LEV-
EL”.
Before checking the coolant level, wait a few
minutes until the coolant has settled.
18. Install:

rider seat
Refer to “SEATS”.

bottom cowlings

side cowlings
Refer to “COWLINGS”.
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3-49
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK
CHK
ADJ
NOTE:
CAUTION:
WARNING
NOTE:
EAS00140
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK
The drive chain slack must be checked at the
tightest point on the chain.
A drive chain that is too tight will overload
the engine and other vital parts, and one that
is too loose can skip and damage the swin-
garm or cause an accident. Therefore, keep
the drive chain slack within the specified
limits.
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand so that
the rear wheel is elevated.
2. Spin the rear wheel several times and find
the tightest position of drive chain.
3. Check:

drive chain slack
a
Out of specification
Adjust.
Drive chain slack
25
35 mm (0.98
1.38 in)
4. Adjust:

drive chain slack
a. Loosen the wheel axle nut
1.
b. Loosen both locknuts
2.
c. Turn both adjusting bolts
3 in direction a or
b until the specified drive chain slack is ob-
tained.
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a
b
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK /
LUBRICATING THE DRIVE CHAINCHK
ADJ
NOTE:
DirectionDrive chain is tightened.
DirectionDrive chain is loosened.
To maintain the proper wheel alignment, adjust
both sides evenly.
d. Tighten both locknuts to specification.
Locknut
16 Nm (1.6 m
kg, 12 ft
lb)
e. Tighten the wheel axle nut to specification.
Wheel axle nut
150 Nm (15 m
kg, 108 ft
lb)
EAS00142
LUBRICATING THE DRIVE CHAIN
The drive chain consists of many interacting
parts. If the drive chain is not maintained proper-
ly, it will wear out quickly. Therefore, the drive
chain should be serviced, especially when the
motorcycle is used in dusty areas.
This motorcycle has a drive chain with small
rubber O-rings between each side plate. Steam
cleaning, high-pressure washing, certain sol-
vents, and the use of a coarse brush can dam-
age these O-rings. Therefore, use only kero-
sene to clean the drive chain. Wipe the drive
chain dry and thoroughly lubricate it with engine
oil or chain lubricant that is suitable for O-ring
chains. Do not use any other lubricants on the
drive chain since they may contain solvents that
could damage the O-rings.
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or chain lubricant
suitable for O-ring chains
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CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE CABLES /
LUBRICATING THE LEVERS AND PEDALS /
LUBRICATING THE SIDESTAND / LUBRICATING THE REAR SUSPENSIONCHK
ADJ
WARNING
NOTE:
EAS00170
CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE
CABLES
The following procedure applies to all of the in-
ner and outer cables.
Damaged outer cable may cause the cable to
corrode and interfere with its movement. Re-
place damaged outer cable and inner cables
as soon as possible.
1. Check:

outer cable
Damage
Replace.
2. Check:

cable operation
Rough movement
Lubricate.
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or a suitable cable
lubricant
Hold the cable end upright and pour a few drops
of lubricant into the cable sheath or use a suit-
able lubricating device.
EAS00171
LUBRICATING THE LEVERS AND PEDALS
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the levers and pedals.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
EAS00172
LUBRICATING THE SIDESTAND
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the sidestand.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
EAS00174
LUBRICATING THE REAR SUSPENSION
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the rear suspension.
Recommended lubricant
Molybdenum-disulfide grease
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SWINGARM AND DRIVE CHAINCHAS
Order Job / Part Q’ty Remarks
1
2
3
4
5
6
7Removing the swingarm and drive
chain
Rear wheel
Rear shock absorber
Drive sprocket
Muffler
Catalyst pipe assembly
Right footrest bracket
Adjusting bolt / locknut
Drive chain guard
Rear fender
Brake hose holder
Pivot shaft nut / washer
Pivot shaft1
2/2
1
1
1
1/1
1Remove the parts in the order listed.
Refer to “REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE
DISC”.
Refer to “REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
ASSEMBLY”.
Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL” in chapter
5.
Refer to “EXHAUST PIPE” in chapter 5.
Refer to “EXHAUST PIPE” in chapter 5.
28 Nm (2.8 m
kg, 20 ft
lb)
7 Nm (0.7 m
kg, 5.1 ft
lb)
7 Nm (0.7 m
kg, 5.1 ft
lb)
105 Nm (10.5 m
kg, 76 ft
lb)
2 Nm (0.2 m
kg, 1.4 ft
lb)
16 Nm (1.6 m
kg, 12 ft
lb)
EAS00700
SWINGARM AND DRIVE CHAIN
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