warning YAMAHA YZF-R7 2022 Owners Manual

Introduction
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the YZF690 / YZF690-U, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regard-
ing the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your YZF690 / YZF690-U. The Owner’s
Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard
yourself and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur- rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and
this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please rea d this manual carefully an d completely before operatin g this motorcycle.
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Important manual information
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.This is the safety alert sym
bol. It is use d to alert you to potential personal injury
hazar ds. Ob ey all safety messa ges that follow this sym bol to avoi d possi ble injury
or death.
A WARNING in dicates a hazar dous situation which, if not avoid ed , coul d result in
d eath or serious injury.
A NOTICE in dicates special precautions that must b e taken to avoid d ama ge to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICETIP
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Table of contentsSafety information ............................ 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
Instrument an d control functions ... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-3
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-6
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-12
Clutch lever .................................. 3-14
Shift pedal .................................... 3-14
Brake lever.................................... 3-14
Brake pedal .................................. 3-15
ABS .............................................. 3-15
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-16
Fuel ............................................... 3-17
Fuel tank overflow hose ............... 3-18
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-19
Seats ............................................ 3-19
Rear view mirrors.......................... 3-21
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-22
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ................................... 3-24
Auxiliary DC connector ................. 3-26
Sidestand ..................................... 3-26
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-27 For your safety – pre-operation
checks
............................................... 4-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 5-1
Engine break-in ............................... 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-2
Shifting ............................................ 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-4
Parking ............................................ 5-4
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 6-1
Tool kits........................................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 6-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 6-5
Removing and installing cowlings... 6-9
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Canister ......................................... 6-11
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge.... 6-11
Why Yamalube .............................. 6-14
Coolant.......................................... 6-14
Replacing the air filter element and cleaning the check hose..... 6-16
Checking the engine idling
speed ......................................... 6-16 Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-17
Valve clearance............................. 6-17
Tires .............................................. 6-17
Cast wheels .................................. 6-20
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 6-20
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-21
Brake light switches ..................... 6-21
Checking the front and rear brake pads ................................ 6-22
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-24
Drive chain slack........................... 6-24
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-28
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-29
Lubricating the swingarm pivots......................................... 6-29
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1
Safety information
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Be a Responsible Owner
As the vehicle’s owner, you are re-
sponsible for the safe and proper oper-
ation of your motorcycle.
Motorcycles are single-track vehicles.
Their safe use and operation are de-
pendent upon the use of proper riding
techniques as well as the expertise of
the operator. Every operator should
know the following requirements be-
fore riding this motorcycle.
He or she should:  Obtain thorough instructions from
a competent source on all aspects
of motorcycle operation.
 Observe the warnings and mainte-
nance requirements in this Own-
er’s Manual.
 Obtain qualified training in safe
and proper riding techniques.
 Obtain professional technical ser-
vice as indicated in this Owner’s
Manual and/or when made neces-
sary by mechanical conditions. 
Never operate a motorcycle with-
out proper training or instruction.
Take a training course. Beginners
should receive training from a cer-
tified instructor. Contact an autho-
rized motorcycle dealer to find out
about the training courses nearest
you.
Safe Ri din g
Perform the pre-operation checks
each time you use the vehicle to make
sure it is in safe operating condition.
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi-
cle properly increases the possibility of
an accident or equipment damage.
See page 4-1 for a list of pre-operation
checks.  This motorcycle is designed to
carry the operator and a passen-
ger.
 The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize motorcycles in traf-
fic is the predominating cause of
automobile/motorcycle accidents.
Many accidents have been
caused by an automobile driver
who did not see the motorcycle.
Making yourself conspicuous ap- pears to be very effective in reduc-
ing the chance of this type of
accident.
Therefore:
• Wear a brightly colored jacket.
• Use extra caution when you are approaching and passing
through intersections, since in-
tersections are the most likely
places for motorcycle accidents
to occur.
• Ride where other motorists can see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.
• Never maintain a motorcycle without proper knowledge.
Contact an authorized motorcy-
cle dealer to inform you on ba-
sic motorcycle maintenance.
Certain maintenance can only
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Instrument and control functions
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Main switch/steerin g 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 code re-
registering.
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ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power and the vehicle lights are turned
on. The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed.TIP The headlight(s) will turn on when
the engine is started.
 To prevent battery drain, do not
leave the key in the on position
without the engine running.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is movin g.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
b e switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an acci dent.
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LOCK
The steering is locked and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. 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.
ON
OFF
LOCK
1. PushK
2. TurnK12
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3
TIPIf the steering will not lock, try turning
the handlebars back to the right slight-
ly.To unlock the steeringPush the key in and turn it to “OFF”.
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In dicator li ghts an d warnin g
li g hts
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Turn si gnal in dicator li ghts “ ”
an d“”
Each indicator light will flash when its
corresponding turn signal lights are
flashing.
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Neutral in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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Hi gh beam in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Oil pressure warnin g li ght “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil pressure is low.TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, the light
should come on, go off briefly, and
then remain on until the engine is start-
ed. Otherwise, have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.NOTICE
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If the warnin g li ght comes on when
the en gine is runnin g, stop the en-
g ine an d check the oil level. If the oil
level is low, a dd sufficient oil of the
recommen ded type. If the warnin g
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Left turn signal indicator light

Instrument and control functions
3-4
3
lig
ht remains on after addin g oil,
stop the en gine an d have a Yamaha
d ealer check the vehicle.
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Coolant temperature warnin g
lig ht “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
engine is overheating. If this occurs,
stop the engine immediately and allow
the engine to cool. (See page 6-37.)
For vehicles with a radiator fan, the ra-
diator fan(s) automatically switch on or
off according to the coolant tempera-
ture.TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, the light
will come on for a few seconds, and
then go off. If the light does not come
on, or if the light remains on, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.NOTICE
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Do not continue to operate the en-
g ine if it is overheatin g.
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Malfunction in dicator li ght
(MIL) “ ”
This light comes on or flashes if a prob-
lem is detected in the engine or other
vehicle control system. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the on-
board diagnostic system. The electri-
cal circuit of the warning light can be
checked by turning the vehicle power
on. The light should come on for a few
seconds, and then go off. If the light
does not come on initially when the ve-
hicle power is turned on, or if the light
remains on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.NOTICE
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If the MIL starts flashin g, re duce en-
g ine spee d to prevent exhaust sys-
tem damag e.TIPThe engine is sensitively monitored by
the on-board diagnostic system to de-
tect deterioration or malfunction of the
emission control system. Therefore the
MIL may come on or flash due to vehi-
cle modifications, lack of maintenance, or excessive/improper use of the mo-
torcycle. To prevent this, observe
these precautions.
 Do not attempt to modify the soft-
ware of the engine control unit.
 Do not add any electrical acces-
sories that interfere with engine
control.
 Do not use aftermarket accesso-
ries or parts such as suspension,
spark plugs, injectors, exhaust
system, etc.
 Do not change the drivetrain
specifications (chain, sprockets,
wheels, tires, etc.).
 Do not remove or alter the O2 sen-
sor, air induction system, or ex-
haust parts (catalysts or EXUP,
etc.).
 Maintain the drive chain properly.
 Maintain correct tire pressure.
 Maintain proper brake pedal
height to prevent rear brake from
dragging.
 Do not operate the vehicle in an
extreme manner. For example, re-
peated or excessive opening and
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3 closing of the throttle, racing,
burnouts, wheelies, extended
half-clutch use, etc.
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ABS warnin
g li ght “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
vehicle is first turned on, and goes off
after starting riding. If the warning light
comes on while riding, the anti-lock
brake system may not work correctly.
WARNING
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If the ABS warnin g lig ht does not
turn off after reachin g 5 km/h ( 3
mi/h), or if the warnin g li ght comes
on while rid ing:
 Use extra caution to avoi d pos-
si ble wheel lock d uring emer-
g ency brakin g.
 Have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle as soon as possi ble.
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Shift timin g in dicator li ght
This indicator light can be set to come
on and go off at select engine speeds.
(See page 3-10.)
TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, the light
should flash and then go off. If the light
does not flash, or if the light remains
on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle.
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Immo bilizer system in dicator
li g ht “ ”
When the main switch is turned off and
30 seconds have passed, the indicator
light will flash steadily to indicate the
immobilizer system is enabled. After 24
hours have passed, the indicator light
will stop flashing, however the immobi-
lizer system is still enabled.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 a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Transpon der interference
If the immobilizer system indicator light
flashes in the pattern, slowly 5 times
then quickly 2 times, this could be
caused by transponder interference. If
this occurs, try the following. 1. Make sure there are no other im- mobilizer keys close to the main
switch.
2. Use the code re-registering key to start the engine.
3. If the engine starts, turn it off, and try starting the engine with the
standard keys.
4. If one or both of the standard keys do not start the engine, take the
vehicle and all 3 keys to a Yamaha
dealer to have the standard keys
re-registered.
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3
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Multi-function meter unit
The multi-function meter unit is also
equipped with a display brightness and
shift timing indicator light settings
mode.
WARNING
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Be sure to stop the vehicle before
makin g any settin g chan ges to the
multi-function meter unit. Chan gin g
settin gs while ri din g can distract the
operator an d increase the risk of an
acci dent.
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TIPThe multi-function meter is controlled

more information.
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Switchin g the display units
The display units can be switched be-
tween kilometers and miles. To switch
the display units, set the multi-funtion
display to the odometer or a tripmeter,
and then hold the “SEL” switch until
the display units change.
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Speed ometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s
traveling speed.
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Tachometer
The tachometer allows the rider to
monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range.NOTICE
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Do not operate the en gine in the ta-
chometer red zone.
Re d zone: 10000 r/min an d a bove
1. Transmission gear display
2. Speedometer
3. Tachometer
4. Fuel meter
5. Clock
6. Multi-function display
7. Quick shifter indicator “QS” (if equipped)
1. “SEL/RES” switch
1
2
3
45
6
7
1 1 1
1. Tachometer
2. Tachometer red zone
1
2
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3
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Brake pedalThe brake pedal is located on the right
side of the motorcycle. To apply the
rear brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
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ABSThe Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) features a dual electronic con-
trol system, which acts on the front and
rear brakes independently.
Operate the brakes with ABS as you
would conventional brakes. If the ABS
is activated, a pulsating sensation may
be felt at the brake lever or brake ped-
al. In this situation, continue to apply
the brakes and let the ABS work; do
not “pump” the brakes as this will re-
duce braking effectiveness.
WARNING
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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.
 On certain surfaces, such as
rough or gravel roads, the brak-
ing distance may be longer with
the ABS than without.The ABS is monitored by an ECU,
which will revert the system to conven-
tional braking if a malfunction occurs.
TIPThe ABS performs a self-diagnos-
tic test each time the vehicle first
starts off after the key is turned to
“ON” and the vehicle has traveled
at a speed of 5 km/h (3 mi/h) or
higher. During this test, a “click-
ing” noise can be heard from the
hydraulic control unit, and if the
brake lever or brake pedal is even
slightly applied, a vibration can be
felt at the lever and pedal, but
these do not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
 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 op-
erating. However, special tools are
required, so please consult your
Yamaha dealer.NOTICE
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Be careful not to damage the wheel
sensor or wheel sensor rotor; other-
wise, improper performance of the
ABS will result.
1. Brake pedal
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