Checking The Starter Motor; Assembling The Starter Motor - Yamaha YZF-R1 Series Service Manual

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CHECKING THE STARTER MOTOR

1. Check:
• Commutator
Dirt → Clean with 600 grit sandpaper.
2. Measure:
• Mica undercut "a"
Out of specification → Scrape the mica to the
proper measurement with a hacksaw blade
that has been grounded to fit the commutator.
Mica undercut (depth)
2.40 mm (0.09 in)
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The mica of the commutator must be undercut to
ensure proper operation of the commutator.
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3. Check:
• Armature assembly
a. Connect the digital circuit tester and check
the continuity.
Digital circuit tester (CD732)
90890-03243
Model 88 Multimeter with ta-
chometer
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b. If there is no continuity, replace the starter
motor.
4. Measure:
• Brush length "a"
Out of specification → Replace the brush
holder set.
ELECTRIC STARTER
Brush overall length limit
5.5 mm (0.22 in)
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5. Measure:
• Brush spring force
Out of specification → Replace the brush
holder set.
Brush spring force
4.80–7.20 N (489–734 gf, 17.28–
25.92 oz)
6. Check:
• Gear teeth
Damage/wear → Replace the starter motor.
7. Check:
• Bearing
• Oil seal
Damage/wear → Replace the starter motor
front cover.
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ASSEMBLING THE STARTER MOTOR

1. Install:
• Starter motor rear cover "1"
• Starter motor yoke "2"
• Starter motor front cover "3"
TIP
Align the match mark "a" on the starter motor
yoke with the match mark "b" on the starter mo-
tor front cover.
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