Front suspension and handlebars of motorcycle Yamaha YZF-R1 Y(C) (2009-2014)

Removing the handlebars
Order Job/Parts to remove Quantity Remarks Side cowling Refer to " General chassis ". ECU and rectifier/regulator Refer to " General chassis " . Air duct Refer to " General chassis ". Front cowling Refer to " General chassis ". Front brake master...

Removing handlebar
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Warning: Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. 2. Remove: Grip end Handlebar grip "1" Blow compressed air between the handlebar and the handlebar grip, and gradually push...

Checking the handlebars
1. Check: Left handlebar "1" Right handlebar "2". Bends/cracks/damage → Replace. Warning: Do not attempt to straighten a bent handlebar as this may dangerously weaken it. Warning: Do not touch the handlebar grip until the rubber adhesive has fully...

Installing the handlebars
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Warning: Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. 2. Install: Right handlebar switch "1" Align the projection "a" on the right handlebar switch with the hole "b" on the...

Removing the front fork legs
Order Job/Parts to remove Quantity Remarks The following procedure applies both of the front fork legs. Side cowling Refer to " General chassis ". Front wheel Refer to " Front wheel ". 1 Front fender 1 2 Upper bracket pinch bolt 1 Loosen. 3...

Disassembling the front fork legs
Order Job/Parts to remove Quantity Remarks The following procedure applies to both of the front fork legs. 1 Cap bolt 1 2 O-ring 1 3 Washer 1 4 Nut 1 5 Spacer 1 6 Upper spring seat 1 7 Fork spring 1 8 Lower spring seat 1 9 Outer tube 1 10 Dust seal...

Removing front fork legs
The following procedure applies to both of the front fork legs. 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Warning: Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. Place the vehicle on a suitable stand so that the front...

Disassembling front fork legs
The following procedure applies to both of the front fork legs. 1. Position the cap bolt collar "1" as shown in the illustration by turning the spring preload adjusting bolt "2" counterclockwise until it stops. 2. Remove: Cap bolt "1" (from the...

Checking the front fork legs
The following procedure applies to both of the front fork legs. 1. Check: Inner tube "1" Outer tube "2" Bends/damage/scratches → Replace. Warning: Do not attempt to straighten a bent inner tube as this may dangerously weaken it. 2. Measure: Spring...

Assembling the front fork legs
The following procedure applies to both of the front fork legs. Warning: Make sure the oil levels in both front fork legs are equal. Uneven oil levels can result in poor handling and a loss of stability. When assembling the front fork leg, be sure...

Installing the front fork legs
The following procedure applies to both of the front fork legs. 1. Install: Front fork leg Temporarily tighten the upper and lower bracket pinch bolts. Warning: Make sure the brake hoses are routed properly. Make sure the outer tube is flush with...

Removing the lower bracket
Order Job/Parts to remove Quantity Remarks Side cowling Refer to " General chassis ". Air duct Refer to " General chassis ". Front fork legs Refer to " Front fork ". Handlebars Refer to " Handlebars ". 1 Horn lead connector 2 Disconnect. 2 Horn 1 3...

Removing lower bracket
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Warning: Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. 2. Remove: Upper ring nut "1" (with the steering nut wrench "2") Steering nut wrench 90890-01403. Exhaust flange nut wrench...

Checking the steering head
1. Wash: Bearings Bearing races Recommended cleaning solvent «Kerosene». 2. Check: Bearings "1" Bearing races "2" Damage/pitting → Replace. 3. Replace: Bearings Bearing races a. Remove the bearing races "1" from the steering head pipe with a long...

Installing the steering head
1. Lubricate: Upper bearing Lower bearing Bearing races Recommended lubricant Lithium-soap-based grease. 2. Install: Lower ring nut "1" Rubber washer "2" Upper ring nut "3" Lock washer "4". Refer to " CHecking and adjusting the steering head ". 3....

Checking the steering damper
1. Check: Steering damper body. Damage/oil leaks → Replace. (It replace with the assembly.) Steering damper rod. Bends/scratch → Replace. (It replace with the assembly.) Bearing. Damage/pitting → Replace. (It replace with the assembly.)