Yamaha YZF-R1(B) 2012 User manual

SERVICE MANUAL
YZF-R1(B)
2012
1KB-28197-E0

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YZF-R1(B)
SERVICE MANUAL
©2011 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
First edition, July 2011
All rights reserved.
Any reproduction or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.

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IMPORTANT
This manual was produced by the Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. primarily for use by Yamaha deal-
ers and their qualified mechanics. It is not possible to include all the knowledge of a mechanic in one
manual. Therefore, anyone who uses this book to perform maintenance and repairs on Yamaha
vehicles should have a basic understanding of mechanics and the techniques to repair these types
of vehicles. Repair and maintenance work attempted by anyone without this knowledge is likely to
render the vehicle unsafe and unfit for use.
Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. is continually striving to improve all of its models. Modifications and
significant changes in specifications or procedures will be forwarded to all authorized Yamaha deal-
ers and will appear in future editions of this manual where applicable.
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Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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 per-
sonal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid
damage to the vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual is intended as a handy, easy-to-read reference book for the mechanic. Comprehensive
explanations of all installation, removal, disassembly, assembly, repair and check procedures are
laid out with the individual steps in sequential order.
• The manual is divided into chapters and each chapter is divided into sections. The current section
title “1” is shown at the top of each page.
• Sub-section titles “2” appear in smaller print than the section title.
• To help identify parts and clarify procedure steps, there are exploded diagrams “3” at the start of
each removal and disassembly section.
• Numbers “4” are given in the order of the jobs in the exploded diagram. A number indicates a dis-
assembly step.
• Symbols “5” indicate parts to be lubricated or replaced.
Refer to “SYMBOLS”.
• A job instruction chart “6” accompanies the exploded diagram, providing the order of jobs, names
of parts, notes in jobs, etc.
• Jobs “7” requiring more information (such as special tools and technical data) are described
sequentially.

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SYMBOLS
The following symbols are used in this manual for easier understanding.
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The following symbols are not relevant to every vehicle.
SYMBOL DEFINITION SYMBOL DEFINITION
Serviceable with engine
mounted Gear oil
Filling fluid Molybdenum disulfide oil
Lubricant Brake fluid
Special tool Wheel bearing grease
Tightening torque Lithium-soap-based grease
Wear limit, clearance Molybdenum disulfide grease
Engine speed Silicone grease
Electrical data Apply locking agent
(LOCTITE®).
Engine oil Replace the part with a new
one.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
PERIODIC CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS
CHASSIS
ENGINE
COOLING SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING

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GENERAL INFORMATION
IDENTIFICATION ..........................................................................................1-1
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER...................................................1-1
MODEL LABEL.......................................................................................1-1
FEATURES ...................................................................................................1-2
OUTLINE OF THE FI SYSTEM ..............................................................1-2
FI SYSTEM.............................................................................................1-3
YCC-T (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle)
YCC-I (Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake) .................................................1-4
OUTLINE OF THE TCS (Traction Control System) ................................1-8
INSTRUMENT FUNCTIONS ................................................................1-12
IMPORTANT INFORMATION .....................................................................1-20
PREPARATION FOR REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY........................1-20
REPLACEMENT PARTS.......................................................................1-20
GASKETS, OIL SEALS AND O-RINGS................................................1-20
LOCK WASHERS/PLATES AND COTTER PINS .................................1-20
BEARINGS AND OIL SEALS ...............................................................1-21
CIRCLIPS .............................................................................................1-21
CHECKING THE CONNECTIONS .............................................................1-22
HANDLING THE ELECTRONIC PARTS ....................................................1-23
SPECIAL TOOLS........................................................................................1-24

IDENTIFICATION
1-1
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IDENTIFICATION
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The vehicle identification number “1” is
stamped into the right side of the steering
head pipe.
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MODEL LABEL
The model label “1” is affixed to the seat rail
reinforcement under the passenger seat. This
information will be needed to order spare
parts.