Yamaha YZF-R1 Owner's Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT6-256EAU22731Changing the brake fluidHave a Yamaha dealer change thebrake fluid at the intervals specified inthe TIP after the periodic maintenanceand lubrication chart. In addition, havethe oil seals of the master cylinders andcalipers as well as the brake hoses re-placed at the intervals listed below orwhenever they are damaged or leak-ing.● Oil seals: Replace every twoyears.● Brake hoses: Replace every fouryears.EAU22760Drive chain slackThe drive chain slack should bechecked before each ride and adjustedif necessary.EAU22774To check the drive chain slack1. Place the motorcycle on the side-stand.TIPWhen checking and adjusting the drivechain slack, there should be no weighton the motorcycle.2. Shift the transmission into the neu-tral position.3. Measure the drive chain slack asshown.4. If the drive chain slack is incorrect,adjust it as follows.EAU34317To adjust the drive chain slackConsult a Yamaha dealer before ad-justing the drive chain slack.1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock-nut on each side of the swingarm.2. To tighten the drive chain, turn thedrive chain slack adjusting bolt oneach side of the swingarm in direc-tion (a). To loosen the drive chain,turn the adjusting bolt on each sideof the swingarm in direction (b),and then push the rear wheel for-ward. NOTICE: Improper drivechain slack will overload the en-Drive chain slack:25.0–35.0 mm (0.98–1.38 in)1. Drive chain slack1