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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL FZ1-S FZ1-SA 3C3-28199-EE...
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. 1450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Company: YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. Address: 1450-6, Mori, Mori-Machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-Ken, 437-0292 Japan Hereby declare that the product: Kind of equipment: IMMOBILIZER...
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Yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your FZ1-S/FZ1-SA. The Owner’s Man- ual 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.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10132 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ..... 4-1 Adjusting the clutch lever free play ........... 6-20 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL OPERATION AND IMPORTANT Brake light switches (FZ1-S)..6-20 FUNCTIONS ........3-1 RIDING POINTS......... 5-1 Brake light switches (FZ1-SA) ..6-21 Immobilizer system ......3-1 Starting the engine ......5-1 Checking the front and rear brake Main switch/steering lock ....3-2...
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...........6-34 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...........6-34 Replacing the license plate light bulb ...........6-34 Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ...6-35 Front wheel (FZ1-S) ......6-36 Rear wheel (FZ1-S) .......6-37 Troubleshooting ......6-39 Troubleshooting charts ....6-40 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ..........7-1 Matte color caution ......7-1...
SAFETY INFORMATION EAU10283 Safe Riding • Ride where other motorists can Perform the pre-operation checks each see you. Avoid riding in another time you use the vehicle to make sure it motorist’s blind spot. Be a Responsible Owner is in safe operating condition. Failure to Many accidents involve inexperi- As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- inspect or maintain the vehicle properly...
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SAFETY INFORMATION due to excessive speed or under- This motorcycle is designed for on- A passenger should also observe cornering (insufficient lean angle road use only. It is not suitable for the above precautions. for the speed). off-road use. • Always obey the speed limit and Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning never travel faster than warrant- Protective apparel...
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- Shifting weights can create a sud- accessories to your motorcycle. Use able only from a Yamaha dealer, have den imbalance. Make sure that ac- extra care when riding a motorcycle been designed, tested, and approved cessories and cargo are securely that has added cargo or accessories.
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SAFETY INFORMATION modifications not specifically recom- clearance or cornering clearance, tor and may limit control ability, mended by Yamaha, even if sold and limit suspension travel, steering therefore, such accessories are installed by a Yamaha dealer. travel or control operation, or ob- not recommended.
Do not expose any key to exces- a Yamaha dealer to have them re-reg- sively high temperatures. istered. Do not use the key with the red Do not place any key close to bow for driving.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Keep other immobilizer system EAU10472 EAU10550 Main switch/steering lock keys away from the main switch All electrical circuits are supplied with as they may cause signal inter- power, the meter lighting, taillight, li- ference. cense plate light and auxiliary lights come on, and the engine can be start- ed.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10683 To unlock the steering ECA11020 LOCK NOTICE The steering is locked, and all electrical Do not use the parking position for systems are off. The key can be re- an extended length of time, other- moved.
The oil level warning high beam of the headlight is switched light will flash ten times, then go off for 2.5 seconds. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. EAU11254 Oil level warning light “ ”...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ECA10021 NOTICE Do not continue to operate the en- gine if it is overheating. For radiator-fan-equipped vehi- cles, the radiator fan(s) automati- cally switch on or off according to the coolant temperature in the ra- diator. If the engine overheats, see page 6-40 for further instructions.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Coolant Display Conditions What to do temperature Under 39 °C Message “Lo” is displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding. (Under 103 °F) 40–116 °C Temperature is displayed. OK. Go ahead with riding. (104–242 °F) Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until 117–139 °C Temperature display flashes.
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If this oc- circuit. tem reverts to conventional braking. curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the Therefore, be careful not to cause When the key is turned to “OFF” and 30 self-diagnosis system. (See page 3-11...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU3942E multi-function meter unit Tachometer Multi-function meter unit equipped with the following: a speedometer a tachometer an odometer two tripmeters (which show the distance traveled since they were last set to zero) a fuel reserve tripmeter (which shows the distance traveled since the left segment of the fuel meter 1.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Clock 5. Push the “RESET” button to set mode “F-TRIP” and start counting the the minutes. distance traveled from that point. In that 6. Push the “SELECT” button and case, push the “SELECT” button to then release it to start the clock. switch the display between the various tripmeter and odometer modes in the Odometer and tripmeter modes...
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When the coolant temperature display mately 3 seconds. If this occurs, have a switch the coolant temperature display is selected, “C” is displayed for one Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir- to the air intake temperature display. second, and then the coolant tempera- cuit.
“OFF”. lizer system circuits, the immobilizer Yamaha dealer and have the stan- When the air intake temperature system indicator light will flash and the dard keys re-registered.
This model can be equipped with an 5. Push the “SELECT” button to con- optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha firm the selected brightness level. dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for The display will return to the odom- more information.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12348 Right position. To cancel the turn signal Handlebar switches lights, push the switch in after it has re- turned to the center position. Left EAU12500 Horn switch “ ” Press this switch to sound the horn. EAU12660 Engine stop switch “...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12733 EAU12820 EAU12870 Hazard switch “ ” Clutch lever Shift pedal With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi- tion, use this switch to turn on the haz- ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all turn signal lights).
Brake lever Brake pedal ABS (for ABS models) The brake lever is located at the right The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake handlebar grip. To apply the front System) features a dual electronic con- brake, pull the lever toward the handle- trol system, which acts on the front and bar grip.
However, special tools are not properly closed and locked. required, so please consult your Yamaha dealer when performing EWA11091 WARNING this test. Make sure that the fuel tank cap is ECA16120 properly closed after filling fuel.
WARNING pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler Gasoline is poisonous and can Your Yamaha engine has been de- hole. Stop filling when the fuel cause injury or death. Handle gaso- signed to use regular unleaded gaso- reaches the bottom of the filler line with care.
FZ1-SA Fuel tank breather/overflow leaded fuel will extend spark plug life hose and reduce maintenance costs. FZ1-S 1. Fuel tank breather hose 2. Original position (paint mark) Before operating the motorcycle: 1. Fuel tank breather hose Check the fuel tank breather/over- 2.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13445 ECA10701 EAU39322 Catalytic converters Seats NOTICE This vehicle is equipped with catalytic Use only unleaded gasoline. The use converters in the exhaust system. Passenger seat of leaded gasoline will cause unre- EWA10862 pairable damage to the catalytic WARNING To remove the passenger seat converter.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Make sure that the seats are properly secured before riding. 1. Rider seat lock lever 2. Remove the key. To install the rider seat Rider seat 1. Insert the projection on the front of the rider seat into the seat holder To remove the rider seat as shown, and then push the rear 1.
This storage compartment is designed When storing the Owner’s Manual or pression damping force adjusting to hold an optional genuine Yamaha other documents in the storage com- screw. CYCLELOK. (Other locks may not fit.) partment, be sure to wrap them in a ECA10101 When placing a CYCLELOK in the stor- plastic bag so that they will not get wet.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Spring preload Rebound damping force 1. Current setting 2. Front fork cap bolt 1. Spring preload adjusting bolt 1. Rebound damping force adjusting screw To increase the spring preload and The rebound damping force is adjusted Spring preload setting: thereby harden the suspension, turn on the right front fork leg only.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS pression damping force and thereby EAU39344 Rebound damping setting: Adjusting the shock absorber soften the compression damping, turn Minimum (soft): assembly the adjusting screw in direction (b). 26 click(s) in direction (b)* This shock absorber assembly is Standard: 18 click(s) in direction (b)* equipped with a spring preload adjust-...
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To increase the spring preload and Rebound damping force thereby harden the suspension, turn To obtain a precise adjustment, it is ad- the adjusting ring in direction (a). To de- visable to check the actual total number crease the spring preload and thereby of clicks or turns of the damping force soften the suspension, turn the adjust-...
EAU15151 EAU41941 Luggage strap holders EXUP system worn-out shock absorber as- This model is equipped with Yamaha’s sembly yourself. Take the shock EXUP (EXhaust Ultimate Power valve) absorber assembly to a Yamaha system. This system boosts engine dealer for any service.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU15303 below and have a Yamaha dealer re- EAU44902 Sidestand Ignition circuit cut-off system pair it if it does not function proper- The sidestand is located on the left side The ignition circuit cut-off system (com- of the frame.
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”. stand during this inspection. • 3. Turn the key on. If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha 4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. dealer check the system before riding. 5. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? With the engine still running: The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-12 • Check cooling system for leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Front brake • Replace if necessary.
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check cable free play. Throttle grip 6-16, 6-25 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 6-25 •...
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• Tighten if necessary. Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation. — and switches • Correct if necessary. • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. Sidestand switch 3-26 • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
(See page 5-2.) The the engine is running. Inade- neutral indicator light should come quate lubrication may damage on. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to the transmission. 1. Shift pedal check the electrical circuit. 2. Neutral position Always use the clutch while 3.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU17213 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10311 WARNING Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned.
If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- If you do not have the tools or experi- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform ence required for a particular job, have service. a Yamaha dealer perform it for you.
From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi). Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU1770C General maintenance and lubrication chart ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) √ Air filter element •...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check chain slack, alignment and condition. Every 1000 km (600 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or Drive chain •...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) Rear suspension re- lay arm and con- √...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18680 Air filter • This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it. • The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. Hydraulic brake service •...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18771 Removing and installing pan- The panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a panel needs to be removed and installed. 1.
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.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Before installing a spark plug, the spark EAU19879 Engine oil and oil filter car- plug gap should be measured with a If a torque wrench is not available when tridge wire thickness gauge and, if necessary, installing a spark plug, a good estimate The engine oil level should be checked adjusted to specification.
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4. Minimum level mark An oil filter wrench is available at a 1. Engine oil drain bolt 4. If the engine oil is below the mini- Yamaha dealer. 2. Gasket mum level mark, add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise 6.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Recommended engine oil: See page 8-1. Oil quantity: Without oil filter cartridge replace- ment: 2.90 L (3.07 US qt, 2.55 Imp.qt) With oil filter cartridge replacement: 3.10 L (3.28 US qt, 2.73 Imp.qt) 1. O-ring 1. Torque wrench Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any parts after the engine and exhaust sys- Tightening torque:...
Have a periodic maintenance and lubrication be protected against frost and Yamaha dealer change the coolant. chart. Replace the air filter element corrosion. If water has been WARNING! Never attempt to remove...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 1. Bolt 1. Air filter element 6. Remove the air filter case cover by 2. Air intake manifold removing the screws. NOTICE: 5. Lift the front of the fuel tank, and When removing the air filter 8.
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If any fuel hose is damaged, do not start the engine but have a Yamaha dealer replace the hose, other- wise fuel may leak, creating a fire hazard.
3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the engine idling speed, turn the screw in throttle grip. Periodically check the direction (b). throttle cable free play and, if neces- sary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it. 1. Idle adjusting screw 6-16...
Rear: from occurring, the valve clearance the specified tires. 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi) must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer FZ1-S 90–190 kg (198–419 lb) at the intervals specified in the periodic Tire air pressure FZ1-SA 90–184 kg (198–406 lb): maintenance and lubrication chart.
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Tire information glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is high-speed ride. cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re- After extensive tests, only the tires list- place the tire immediately. ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
Manufacturer/model: fore each ride. If any damage is DUNLOP/D221G found, have a Yamaha dealer re- FRONT and REAR: Tire air valve: place the wheel. Do not attempt TR412 even the smallest repair to the Valve core: wheel.
If the specified free play cannot be ob- play tained as described above or if the clutch does not operate correctly, have a Yamaha dealer check the internal clutch mechanism. 1. Rear brake light switch 2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut 1.
Brake light switches (FZ1-SA) Checking the front and rear touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha The brake light, which is activated by brake pads dealer replace the brake pads as a set.
Mixing fluids may result in a ing it to become ineffective. harmful chemical reaction and Rear brake (FZ1-S) Before riding, check that the brake fluid lead to poor braking performance. is above the minimum level mark and Be careful that water does not en- replenish if necessary.
Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack mal for the brake fluid level to grad- Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be ually go down. However, if the brake fluid at the intervals specified in...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU23025 Drive chain slack: Cleaning and lubricating the 20.0–30.0 mm (0.79–1.18 in) Using the alignment marks on each drive chain side of the swingarm, make sure that The drive chain must be cleaned and 5. If the drive chain slack is incorrect, both drive chain pullers are in the same lubricated at the intervals specified in adjust it as follows.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU44272 EAU23142 Recommended lubricant: Checking and lubricating the Checking and lubricating the Lithium-soap-based grease brake and shift pedals brake and clutch levers Brake pedal Brake lever Shift pedal Clutch lever The operation of the brake and shift The operation of the brake and clutch pedals should be checked before each levers should be checked before each...
EWA10741 WARNING If the centerstand or sidestand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- pair it. Otherwise, the centerstand or sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, resulting in a possible loss of control.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork does not operate smoothly, tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, fork legs and try to move them for- have a Yamaha dealer check or re- securely support the vehicle so ward and backward. If any free pair it.
EWA10760 WARNING To charge the battery Electrolyte is poisonous and Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- dangerous since it contains sul- tery as soon as possible if it seems to furic acid, which causes severe have discharged. Keep in mind that the burns.
FZ1-S stant-voltage battery charger, have a Yamaha dealer charge your battery. To store the battery 1. If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month, remove the battery, fully charge it, and then place it in a cool, dry place.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT FZ1-SA FZ1-S FZ1-SA 1. Main fuse 1. Fuse box 1. Ignition fuse 2. Fuse box 2. Ignition fuse 2. Signaling system fuse 3. Fuel injection system fuse 3. Signaling system fuse 3. Taillight fuse 4. Fuel injection system spare fuse 4.
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5. If the fuse immediately blows remove the battery cover. rating than recommended to again, have a Yamaha dealer avoid causing extensive dam- check the electrical system. age to the electrical system and 6.
4. Install the headlight bulb cover, be adversely affected. Thor- and then connect the coupler. oughly clean off any dirt and fin- 5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the gerprints on the headlight bulb headlight beam if necessary. using a cloth moistened with al- cohol or thinner.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU24114 EAU24204 EAU24312 Replacing the tail/brake light Replacing a turn signal light Replacing the license plate bulb bulb light bulb 1. Remove the passenger seat. (See 1. Remove the turn signal light lens 1. Remove the license plate light unit page 3-19.) by removing the screw.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull- EAU27013 5. Install the auxiliary light socket (to- Replacing an auxiliary light ing it out. gether with the bulb) by pushing it bulb 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket. in and turning it clockwise.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU44790 Front wheel (FZ1-S) EWA14840 WARNING For the ABS model, have a Yamaha dealer remove and install the wheel. EAU40061 To remove the front wheel EWA10821 WARNING 1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt 1. Brake hose holder To avoid injury, securely support the 2.
3. Remove the axle nut. WARNING 5. Take the vehicle off the center- 4. Loosen the locknut on each side of For the ABS model, have a Yamaha stand so that the front wheel is on the swingarm. dealer remove and install the wheel.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT The drive chain cannot be disas- 6. Tighten the axle nut to the speci- sembled. fied torque. Make sure that the slot in the brake 7. While supporting the brake caliper caliper bracket is fit over the retain- Tightening torque: bracket, pull the wheel axle out, er on the swingarm.
The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your- self. However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and know-how to service the motorcycle properly.
Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the battery. 4. Battery The engine turns over The battery is good.
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Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a The coolant level Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system. is OK. If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.
Rust and corrosion can develop matte colored finished parts. Be Cleaning even if high-quality components are sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for ECA10772 advice on what products to use be- used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- NOTICE fore cleaning the vehicle.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE off any detergent residue using Test the product on a small hid- plenty of water, as it is harmful den part of the windshield to Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may to plastic parts. make sure that it does not leave remain well into spring.
WARNING To prevent corrosion, avoid Contaminants on the brakes or tires Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- damp cellars, stables (because can cause loss of control. vice on what products to use. of the presence of ammonia)
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 3. Perform the following steps to pro- 4. Lubricate all control cables and the tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc. pivoting points of all levers and from corrosion. pedals as well as of the side- a. Remove the spark plug caps stand/centerstand.
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in) –20 –10 0 10 20 30 40 50 ˚C With oil and fuel: Clutch: FZ1-S 220.0 kg (485 lb) Clutch type: Recommended engine oil grade: FZ1-SA 226.0 kg (498 lb) Wet, multiple-disc API service SG type or higher, JASO...
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Gear ratio: Loading: Rim size: 1st: 17M/C x MT6.00 Maximum load: 38/15 (2.533) Front brake: FZ1-S 190 kg (419 lb) 2nd: FZ1-SA 184 kg (406 lb) Type: 33/16 (2.063) (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and Dual disc brake 3rd:...
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SPECIFICATIONS Charging system: Coolant temperature warning light: AC magneto Battery: Engine trouble warning light: Model: ABS warning light: YTZ14S FZ1-SA LED Voltage, capacity: Immobilizer system indicator light: 12 V, 11.2 Ah Headlight: Fuses: Bulb type: Main fuse: Halogen bulb Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: 50.0 A Headlight fuse: Headlight:...
Record the key identification number, vehicle identification number and mod- el label information in the spaces pro- vided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehi- cle is stolen. KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1.
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1. Model label The model label is affixed to the frame under the rider seat. (See page 3-19.) Record the information on this label in the space provided. This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.