YAMAHA YZF-R3 2015 Owners Manual

SPECIFICATIONS
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Front turn signal light:12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light: LED
Oil pressure warning light: LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LED
ABS warning light: LEDFuses:Main fuse:30.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse: 15.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 7.5 A ABS control unit fuse:
7.5 A
ABS motor fuse: 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
15.0 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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EAU53562
Id entification num bersRecord 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 NUMBER:
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU62971
Vehicle i dentification num ber
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the frame under the pas-
senger seat. (See page 3-18.)TIPThe vehicle identification number is
used to identify your vehicle and may
be used to register it with the licensing
authority in your area.
EAU26442
En gine serial num ber
The engine serial number is stamped
into the crankcase.
EAU26521
Mo del la bel
1. Vehicle identification number
1
1. Engine serial number
1. Model label
1
1
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The model label is affixed to the frame
under the passenger seat. (See page
3-18.) Record the information on this
label in the space provided. This infor-
mation will be needed when ordering
spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
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INDEXAABS ....................................................... 3-14
ABS warning light ................................... 3-3
Air filter element and check hose, replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb................................. 6-34BBattery .................................................. 6-29
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating .................... 6-26
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating .................... 6-25
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-21
Brake lever ............................................ 3-13
Brake lever free play, checking............. 6-19
Brake light switches.............................. 6-20
Brake pedal........................................... 3-13CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-25
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-17
Clutch lever ........................................... 3-12
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-18
Coolant ................................................. 6-12DDimmer switch ...................................... 3-12
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-24
Drive chain slack................................... 6-22EEngine break-in....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-9
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch ............................... 3-12 Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-3
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-20
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-27
Fuel ....................................................... 3-15
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ..................................... 3-17
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-15
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-30HHandlebar switches .............................. 3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-32
Helmet holders ..................................... 3-19
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-2
Horn switch .......................................... 3-12IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 3-22
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-2LLicense plate light bulb, replacing........ 6-35
Luggage strap holders ......................... 3-21MMain switch/steering lock....................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system.................................................. 6-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-4NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-2OOil pressure warning light ....................... 3-2
PParking ....................................................5-4
Part locations ..........................................2-1
Pass switch ...........................................3-12RRear view mirrors ..................................3-20SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seats .....................................................3-18
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal .............................................3-13
Shift timing indicator light .......................3-3
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ....3-20
Sidestand ..............................................3-22
Sidestand, checking and lubricating.....6-27
Spark plugs, checking ............................6-8
Specifications .........................................8-1
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Start switch ...........................................3-12
Steering, checking ................................6-28
Storage ...................................................7-4
Storage compartment ...........................3-20
Supporting the motorcycle ...................6-36
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................6-27TTail/brake light ......................................6-34
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ....................6-25
Throttle grip free play, checking ...........6-15
Tires ......................................................6-15
Tool kit ....................................................6-2
Troubleshooting ....................................6-37
Troubleshooting charts .........................6-38
Turn signal indicator light........................3-2
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INDEX
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Turn signal light bulb, replacing ........... 6-34
Turn signal switch................................. 3-12VValve clearance .................................... 6-15
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 6-28
Wheels .................................................. 6-17
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