Yamaha R1 2004 ServiceManual

1-5
FEATURES
GEN
INFO
NOTE:
NOTE: To set the shift timing indicator light activation function
The shift timing indicator light activation function can be set between 7000 r/min and 15000 r/m. From
7000 r/min to 12000 r/min, the indicator light can be set in increments of 500 r/min. From 12000 r/min to
15000 r/min, the indicator light can be set in increments of 200 r/min.
1. Push the “RESET” button to select the desired engine speed for activating the indicator light.
2. Push the “SELECT” button to...

1-6
springlip
oil
grease lip
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
GEN
INFO
EAS00020
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PREPARATION FOR REMOVAL AND 
DISASSEMBLY
1. Before removal and disassembly, eliminate
all dirt, mud, dust and foreign material.
2. Use only the proper tools and cleaning
equipment.
Refer to the “SPECIAL TOOLS”.
3. When disassembling, always keep mated
parts together. This includes gears, cylin-
ders, pistons and other parts that have been
“mated” through normal wear. Mated parts
must always be reused or replaced as...

1-7
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
GEN
INFO
CAUTION:
EAS00023
LOCK WASHERS / PLATES AND COTTER
PINS
After removal, replace all lock washers / plates
1 and cotter pins. After the bolt or nut has been
tightened to specification, bend the lock tabs
along a flat of the bolt or nut.
EAS00024
BEARINGS AND OIL SEALS
Install bearings and oil seals so that the
manufacturer’s marks or numbers are visible.
When installing oil seals, lubricate the oil seal
lips with a light coat of lithium-soap-based
grease. Oil bearings...

1-8
CHECKING THE CONNECTIONS
GEN
INFO
NOTE:
NOTE:
NOTE:
EAS00026
CHECKING THE CONNECTIONS
Check the leads, couplers, and connectors for
stains, rust, moisture, etc.
1. Disconnect:

lead

coupler

connector
2. Check:

lead

coupler

connector
Moisture 
 Dry with an air blower.
Rust / stains 
 Connect and disconnect sev-
eral times.
3. Check:

all connections
Loose connection 
 Connect properly.
If the pin 
1 on the terminal is flattened, bend it
up.
4. Connect:

lead

coupler

connector
Make sure all...

1-9
SPECIAL TOOLS
GEN
INFO
NOTE:
EAS00027
SPECIAL TOOLS
The following special tools are necessary for complete and accurate tune-up and assembly. Use only
the appropriate special tools as this will help prevent damage caused by the use of inappropriate tools
or improvised techniques. Special tools, part numbers or both may differ depending on the country.
When placing an order, refer to the list provided below to avoid any mistakes.

For U.S.A. and Canada, use part number starting with “YM-”, “YU-”, or...

1-10
SPECIAL TOOLS
GEN
INFO
Tool No.Tool name / FunctionIllustration
90890-01441
YM-01441
Fork spring compressor
This tool is used to disassemble or 
assemble the front fork legs.
90890-01442
YM-01442
Fork seal driver
This tool is used to install the front fork’s oil
seal and dust seal.
90890-03094
YU-08030
Vacuum gauge
This guide is used to synchronize the car-
buretors.
Compression
gauge
90890-03081
YU-33223
Adapter
90890-04136Compression gauge
Compression gauge adapter
These tools are used to measure...

1-11
SPECIAL TOOLS
GEN
INFO
Tool No.Tool name / FunctionIllustration
90890-04113
YM-04113
90890-04118
YM-4118Valve guide reamer
This tool is used to rebore the new valve
guides.
90890-06754
YM-34487
Ignition checker
This tool is used to check the ignition sys-
tem components.
90890-85505
ACC-1109-0501
Yamaha bond No. 1215
This bond is used to seal two mating sur-
faces (e.g., crankcase mating surfaces).
90890-03174
Digital circuit tester
This tool is used to check the electrical sys-
tem.
Pivot shaft...

1-12
SPECIAL TOOLS
GEN
INFO
Tool No.Tool name / FunctionIllustration
90890-04101
Valve lapper
This tool is needed to remove and install
the valve lifter.
90890-03176
YM-03176
Fuel pressure adapter
This tool is needed to measure fuel pres-
sure.
90890-03153
YU-03153
Pressure gauge
This tool is used to measure fuel pressure.
90890-04143
YM-04143
Camshaft wrench
This tool is used to hold and rotate the cam-
shaft sprocket. 

2-1
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONSSPEC
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
ItemStandardLimit
Model code5VY4 (USA), 5VY5 (CAL)



Dimensions
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height
Seat height
Wheelbase
Minimum ground clearance
Minimum turning radius
2,065 mm (8.13 in)
720 mm (28.3 in)
1,105 mm (43.5 in)
835 mm (32.9 in)
1,395 mm (54.9 in)
135 mm (5.31 in)
3,400 mm (133.9 in)



























Weight
Wet (with oil and a full fuel tank)
Maximum load (except motorcycle)
193 kg (425 lb) (USA)
194 kg...

2-2
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONSSPEC
2
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
ItemStandardLimit
Engine
Engine type
Displacement
Cylinder arrangement
Bore 
 stroke
Compression ratio
Engine idling speed
Vacuum pressure at engine idling
speed
Standard compression pressure
(at sea level)
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC
998 cm3 (60.90 cu.in)
Forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder
77.0 
 53.6 mm (3.03 
 2.11 in)
12.4 : 1
1,150  1,250 r / min
22 kPa (165 mmHg, 6.5 inHg)
1,480 kPa (14.80 kg / cm
2,14.80 bar,
210.5 psi) at 350 r / min



...