wheel YAMAHA YFZ450 2006 Owner's Manual

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CLEANING AND STORAGE
A. CLEANING
Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine
will not only enhance its appearance but will
improve its general performance and extend the
useful life of many components.
1. Before cleaning the machine:
a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe to
prevent water entry. A plastic bag and
strong rubber band may be used.
b. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps
are properly installed.
2. If the engine case is excessively greasy,
apply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not
apply degreaser to the chain, sprockets or
wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a gar-
den hose. Use only enough pressure to do
the job.
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cC
Excessive water pressure may cause water
seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electrical
devices. Many expensive repair bills have
resulted from improper high pressure deter-
gent applications such as those available in
coin-operated car washers.
4. Once the majority of the dirt has been
hosed off, wash all surfaces with warm
water and mild, detergent-type soap. An
old toothbrush or bottle brush is handy for
hard-to-get-at places.
5. Rinse the machine off immediately with
clean water and dry all surfaces with a
chamois, clean towel or soft absorbent
cloth.
6. Dry the chain and lubricate it to prevent
rust.
7. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery
cleaner to keep the cover pliable and
glossy.
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4. Lubricate all control cables.
5. Block up the frame to raise all wheels off
the ground.
6. Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe out-
let to prevent moisture from entering.
7. If storing in a humid or salt-air atmosphere,
coat all exposed metal surfaces with a light
film of oil. Do not apply oil to any rubber
parts or the seat cover.
8. Remove the battery and charge it. Store it
in a dry place and recharge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in an
excessively warm or cold place (less than
0 ° C or more than 30 °C).
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before storing the
machine.
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Model YFZ450V
Dimension:
Overall length 1,840 mm
Overall width 1,170 mm
Overall height 1,090 mm
Seat height 810 mm
Wheel base 1,280 mm
Ground clearance 255 mm
Minimum turning radius: 3,500 mm
Basic weight:
With oil and full fuel tank 169 kg
Engine:
Type Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement 449.0cm
3
Bore ×Stroke 95.0 ×63.4 mm
Compression ratio 11.20 : 1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Dry sump
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Model YFZ450V
Brake:
Front brake type Dual disc brake
operation Right hand operation
Rear brake type Single disc brake
operation Right foot operation
Suspension:
Front suspension Double wishbone
Rear suspension Swingarm (link suspension)
Shock absorber:
Front shock absorber Coil spring/Gas-Oil damper
Rear shock absorber Coil spring/Gas-Oil damper
Wheel travel:
Front wheel travel 230.0 mm
Rear wheel travel 270.0 mm
Electrical:
Ignition system D.C. C.D.I.
Generator system A.C. magneto
Battery type/voltage capacity GT7B-4/12V, 6.5 Ah
Headlight type: Krypton bulb
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