Checking the wheel bearings -32, Battery -32, Periodic maintenance and adjustment – Yamaha YZFR1Y(C) User Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

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Checking the wheel bearings

The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.

EAU23444

Battery

This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to be
checked and, if necessary, tightened.

WARNING

EWA10760

Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when

working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.

• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty

of water.

• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-

tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.

• EYES: Flush with water for 15

minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.

Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.

KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.

To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the

1. Positive battery lead (red)

2. Battery

3. Negative battery lead (black)

1

3

2

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