Operation And Important Riding Points; Starting The Engine - Yamaha YZF-R1 Owner's Manual

Operation and important riding points

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Read the Owner's Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
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there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
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WARNING
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Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accident
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or injury.
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This model is equipped with:
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an inertial measurement unit (IMU)
that will stop the engine in case of
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turnover. In this case, turn the
main switch off (and then back on)
before attempting to restart the en-
gine. Failing to do so will prevent
the engine from starting even
though the engine will crank when
the start switch is pushed.
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an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. In this case,
simply push the start switch to re-
start the engine.
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Starting the engine

In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system (page 4-49) to enable starting,
one of the following conditions must be
met:
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To start the engine
1. Insert the key into the main switch.
2. Set the Stop/Run/Start switch to
3. Turn the main switch (key) to "ON".
4. Confirm the following warning
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The transmission is in the neutral
position.
The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the sid-
estand up.
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lights and indicator lights perform a
self-check.
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Engine trouble warning light
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Oil pressure and coolant tem-
perature warning light
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ABS warning light
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Fuel level warning light
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Auxiliary system warning light
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Shift indicator light
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Stability control indicator light
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