Periodic maintenance and adjustment – Yamaha YZFR1Y(C) User Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

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EAU32833

Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb

This model is equipped with two auxil-
iary lights. If an auxiliary light bulb burns
out, replace it as follows.

1. Remove panel A (if replacing the

left auxiliary light bulb) or panel B
(if replacing the right auxiliary light
bulb). (See page 7-9.)

2. Remove the auxiliary light bulb

socket (together with the bulb) by
pulling it out.

3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-

ing it out.

4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the auxiliary light bulb sock-

et (together with the bulb) by push-
ing it in.

6. Install the panel.

EAU24350

Supporting the motorcycle

Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.

To service the front wheel

1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle

by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.

2. Raise the front wheel off the

ground by using a motorcycle
stand.

To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing

1. Auxiliary light bulb socket

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1. Auxiliary light bulb

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