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Yamaha R1 User Manual

Yamaha R1
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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EAU23273
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
NOTICE
ECA10591
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23285
Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 8-35.)
WARNING! To avoid injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
2CR-9-21.book 30 ージ 2015年9月2日 水曜日 午後2時25

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Yamaha R1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Bore x Stroke79.0 mm x 50.9 mm
Compression Ratio13.0:1
Front Tire120/70ZR17
Wheelbase55.3 in
Seat Height33.7 in
Fuel Capacity4.5 gal
Curb Weight448 lb
Width27.2 in
Height45.3 in
Fuel DeliveryFuel Injection
Transmission6-speed
Front Suspension43mm KYB inverted fork, fully adjustable
Rear SuspensionKYB single shock; fully adjustable
Front BrakesDual 320mm hydraulic disc; ABS
Rear Brakes220mm disc; single-piston caliper; ABS
Torque83 lb-ft
Engine TypeLiquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, inline 4-cylinder

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