| LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS Engine Oil Below 15 degrees C (60 degreesF). Above 5 degrees C (40 degrees F). Capacity (without oil cooler). With filter change. Oil change only. Coolant 1987-1990 1991-1993 1994 on Brake and Clutch Fluid Fork Oil Type 1987-1990 1991-1993 1994 on Amount 1987-1988 1989-1990 1991-1993 1994 on |
| Type or Amount SAE 10W30 SAE 20W40 3 Liters 2.7 Liters 2.1 Liters 2.8 Liters 2.4 Liters DOT4 SAE 10W SAE 5W Suspension Oil 01 425 cc 535 cc 462 cc 470 cc |
| SETTINGS Spark Plug Type 1989-1993 1994 on Gap 1989-1993 US All UK Models Valve Clearence (cold) Intake Exhaust Engine Idle Speed Cylinder Compression 1989 on models Standard Maximum Minimum Maximum Variation Carburetor Synchronization Vacuum at idle Maximum vacuum difference between cylinders Cylinder numbering left to right |
| Setting or Type NGK DR8ES-L NGK DR8EA-L 0.8 to 0.9 mm 0.6 to 0.7 mm 0.11 to 0.20 mm 0.21 to 0.30 mm 950 to 1050 RPM 13.71 bar (160 psi) 14.47 bar (210 psi) 13.37 bar (194 psi) 0.96 bar (14 psi) 195 to 205 mm Hg (7.67 to 8.07 inch Hg) 10mm Hg (0.39 inch Hg) 1-2-3-4 |
| BRAKES Front brake disc thickness 1987-1988 1989 -1993 1994 on Rear brake disc thickness 1987-1989 1989 on Disc runout limit Minimum brake pad thickness Rear brake pedal position 1987-1988 1989 0n Front brake lever freeplay |
| Limits or Setting Min 3.5 mm (0.14 inch) Min 3.0 mm (0.12 inch) Min 3.5 mm (0.14 inch) Min 4.5 mm (0.18 inch) Min 4.0 mm (0.16 inch) 0.15 mm 0.5 mm (0.02 inch) (1 mm should be the limit to ride on) 50 mm below top of footpeg 60mm below top of footpeg 2 mm to 5mm |
| The FZR 1000 WorkShop Here is some basic infomation on the settings and measurements to help keep your FZR 1000 running sweet and to help avoid any problems. |
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| Every 300 miles/500km Check / adjust the drive chain slack. Lubricate the drive chain. |
| Maintenance Schedule for the FZR 1000 This is the recommended maintenance schedule. |
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| Every 4000 miles/6000km Change the engine oil. Clean the air filter, replace if needed. Inspect the coolant hoses for leaks. Clean and gap the spark plugs. Check / adjust the throttle cable free play. Check / adjust the idle speed. Check / adjust the carburetor synchronization. Check / adjust the carburetor. Check the brake discs and pads. Check / adjust the brake pedal. Check the brake light setting. Lubricate the the clutch and front brake lever pivots. Lubricate the gear lever/brake pedal pivots. Check the steering for looseness or binding. Check the front forks for operation and fork seal leaks. Check the battery electrolyte levels. Check the exhaust fasterners. Inspect the Crankcase ventilation system Check the the operation of the side stand switch. Check all fasterners. |
| Every 8000miles/12000km Change the engine oil and filter. Replace the spark plugs. Check the rear suspension operation and swingarm play. Check the cylinder compression. |
| Every 16000 miles/24000km Change the brake and clutch fluid. Clean and re-pack the steering head bearings. |
| Every 18000miles/30000km Replace the fuel filter |
| Every 26000 miles/42000km Adjust the valve clearences. |
| Every 60000 miles/100000km Replace the alternator bushes. |
| Every two years Change the coolant Replace the brake/clutch master cylinder seals |
| Every four years Replace the standard brake and clutch hoses |
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| MODIFICATIONS This section is for popular modifications to the FZR 1000. Jack up kit R and RU models Yamaha RI front brake caliper modification RU models. De-restricting |
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| Tail Riser modification R and RU. To raise the rear end of the FZR 1000 by 45mm this will shorten the angle of the front forks and make the bike turn faster. Replace the standard rear suspension linkage tie bars with a set made up with hole centres 155mm apart. |
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| Yamaha R1 front brake caliper modification for FZR1000 RU. The front brake calipers of an R1 are a simple bolt on modification with no brackets or fabrication needed but don't forget to fit a new set of R1 brake pads. The FZR brake line bangos need to be rotated 90 degrees to enable the brake hoses to be attached. Thanks to Ian (Fangface) for the photos. |
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| The EXUP valve The EXUP valve is a common big problem if it is neglected. The valve if it seizes up it causes a drop of power at about 4000 + rpm It is a good idea to strip it once a year and grease all the moving parts, this also includes the cables from the servo motor which is located behind the left hand seat panel. Please beware that if the valve seizes solid it means that the exhaust downpipes will need replacing. Which are about 400 pounds new. Try PART FINDER and alike services to locate a second hand unit. Cost should be about 130 -170 pounds. Part Finder's contact number is 09060 330330 |
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| FZR1000 De-restricting Here's how to release those hidden Horses that are restricted by Yamaha. Step oneTake the fuel tank off. Step two Undo the bolt and clips that hold on the airbox to the carbs and remove the airbox. Step three Undo the clips that clamp the carbs to the engine intake rubbers. Move the carbs to one side, the throttle cables can be left attached. Step four remove the rubbers that connect the carbs to the engine block. Step five take a modelling scapel or alike and cut out the rubber web in the rubbers that connect the carbs to the engine. Re-assembly the parts making sure that all clamps and rubbers are tight with no air leaks. Job done. |
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