air filter YAMAHA YFZ450 2005 User Guide

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NOTE:_ The air filter element should be cleaned every 20–
40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubricated more
often if the machine is operated in extremely dusty
areas. Each time air filter element maintenance is
performed, check the air inlet to the air filter case
for obstructions. Check the air intake duct between
the air filter case and the carburetor and the mani-
fold fittings for an airtight seal. Tighten all fittings
securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air en-
tering the engine. _CAUTION:_ Never operate the engine with the air filter ele-
ment removed. This will allow unfiltered air to
enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear
and possible engine damage. Additionally, op-
eration without the air filter element will affect
carburetor jetting with subsequent poor per-
formance and possible engine overheating. _
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Radiator capacity (including all routes): 1.30 L
Air filter: Wet element
Fuel:
Type
Tank capacity
Reserve amountPREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY
For Europe:
PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY with
a research octane number of 97 or higher
10.0 L
1.9 L
Carburetor:
Type
× quantity
ManufacturerFCR39H
× 1
KEIHIN
Spark plug:
Type/manufacturer
GapCR8E/NGK
0.7–0.8 mm
Clutch:
Type
OperationWet, multiple-disc
Left hand operation
Transmission:
Primary Reduction System
Primary Reduction Ratio
Secondary Reduction System
Secondary Reduction Ratio
Transmission type
OperationSpur gear
62/22 (2.818)
Chain drive
38/14 (2.714)
Constant mesh, 5-speed forward
Left foot operation MODEL YFZ450
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