2000–2001 Yamaha YZF-R1 Factory Service & Repair Manual Set
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Yamaha Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Model: YZF-R1
Sub-models / Variants: 2000-2001 YZF-R1; N, S, SF (references in the base specification tables); YZF-R1 (YZFR1L, parts catalog only)
Model Years: 2000–2001
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Engine displacement: 998 cm³
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Engine configuration: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder
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Bore x stroke: 74 x 58 mm
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Compression ratio: 11.8:1
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Idling speed: 1,000–1,100 r/min
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Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh
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Intake valve clearance (cold): 0.11–0.20 mm
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Exhaust valve clearance (cold): 0.21–0.25 mm
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Engine oil capacity: 3.6 L (total), 2.9 L (with filter change)
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Fuel tank capacity: 18 L total (3.8 L reserve)
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Spark plugs: CR9E (NGK) / U27ESR-N (DENSO)
Yamaha Manual Features & Content Preview
This Yamaha YZF-R1 Service & Repair Manual Set combines base service-manual material with the 2000–2001 supplement. A separate illustrated parts reference covers 1999 YZFR1L.
- Engine and valve train: Engine removal, cylinder-head and crankshaft overhaul, piston inspection, and valve servicing.
- Clutch and transmission: Clutch-plate inspection, starter-clutch service, and gearbox teardown with shift-fork and gear checks.
- Carburetion and EXUP: Mikuni BDSR40 overhaul and synchronization, throttle adjustment, and exhaust-valve diagnosis.
- Cooling and lubrication: Radiator and thermostat testing, oil-cooler service, and oil/water-pump disassembly.
- Chassis and brakes: Telescopic fork rebuilding, swingarm and steering service, brake-caliper overhaul, and hydraulic bleeding.
- Electrical systems: Ignition and charging tests, starter-motor overhaul, circuit diagrams, and sequential fault-finding charts.
The overhaul material is suited to mechanics comfortable with precision measurements and specialist service tools, including the equipment required for bearing selection and fork disassembly.
Service Preparation and Engine Repair
General information identifies VIN and model-label locations, special tools, assembly preparation, and replacement-gasket requirements. The 43-page specifications chapter supplies component torque tables and lubrication points, while maintenance schedules cover routine checks such as clutch-cable slack.
Engine procedures explain intake and exhaust camshaft-lobe measurement, valve adjustment using pad selection tables, cylinder-head inspection, and crankshaft-bearing selection. The camshaft section warns that improper cap-bolt loosening can damage the cylinder head, camshafts, or caps. Transmission inspection distinguishes gear-dog wear from shift-fork and selector faults.
Mikuni Carburetors and EXUP Fault Tracing
Carburetor exploded views identify diaphragms, floats, and needle components, with separate fuel-level and throttle-position-sensor checks. The base carburetor ID mark is 4XV1 00; the supplement specifies 5JJ1 00.
EXUP troubleshooting separates cable and valve problems from servomotor, power-supply, and wiring faults, helping narrow the cause before parts replacement. The manual also warns that prolonged direct battery power during testing can damage the EXUP servomotor.
Cooling, Chassis, and Supplement Revisions
Oil- and coolant-flow diagrams show circuit paths around the engine, radiator, and oil cooler. Fork procedures include seal and damper work using the specified spring compressor, while brake sections show master-cylinder and caliper disassembly.
Rear-shock coverage addresses removal, inspection, and replacement; the nitrogen-charged unit must not be opened. Chassis procedures require secure support against the motorcycle falling.
The supplement adds revised engine-installation and crankcase-assembly procedures, air-induction diagrams, starter-motor data, and speed-sensor self-diagnosis. EUR/OCE wiring diagrams and cable-routing drawings help match connector and harness layouts to the applicable configuration.
Selected Engine Checks and Fork Setup Data
These figures are a small selection from the engine and chassis specifications. The base manual gives a maximum cylinder-head warpage of 0.1 mm, while the engine tables specify hot oil pressure of 45 kPa at 1,100 r/min.
For front-fork setup, the supplement specifies 482 cm³ of oil per leg and a 74 mm oil level, measured from the top of the inner tube with the tube fully compressed and the fork spring removed. Related tables provide component inspection limits and assembly specifications.
Searchable Service Pages and Parts Illustrations
Search, bookmarks, and diagram detail: Service-manual and supplement text is searchable; the parts-catalog pages are not. Bookmarks reach the base-manual chapters and individual parts sheets, but most supplement entries open its contents pages. Small wiring-diagram labels are readable when enlarged.
The download is one printable, 532-page PDF containing the following material:
| Publication | Pages |
|---|---|
| Base service manual | 414 |
| 2000–2001 supplementary service manual | 72 |
| 1999 YZFR1L illustrated parts reference | 45 |
| Separate blank divider | 1 |
The separate blank divider and the blank page within the supplement are already included in the total.
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