YAMAHA YFZ450 2009 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: YAMAHA, Model Year: 2009, Model line: YFZ450, Model: YAMAHA YFZ450 2009Pages: 150, PDF Size: 7.13 MB
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Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replacement:
1.75 L (1.85 US qt, 1.54 Imp.qt)
Quantity in oil tank:
1.55 L (1.64 US qt, 1.36 Imp.qt)
Quantity in crankcase:
0.20 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement:
1.85 L (1.96 US qt, 1.63 Imp.qt)
Quantity in oil tank:
1.55 L (1.64 US qt, 1.36 Imp.qt)
Quantity in crankcase:
0.30 L (0.32 US qt, 0.26 Imp.qt)
Cooling system:
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maximum level mark):
0.29 L (0.31 US qt, 0.26 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.30 L (1.37 US qt, 1.14 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:
Wet element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
10.0 L (2.64 US gal, 2.20 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
1.9 L (0.50 US gal, 0.42 Imp.gal)
Carburetor:
Manufacturer:
KEIHIN
Type
×
quantity:
FCR39H x 1
Spark plug (s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR8E
Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc
Transmission:
Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
62/22 (2.818)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
38/14 (2.714)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
1st:
29/12 (2.416)
2nd:
27/14 (1.928)
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3rd:
25/16 (1.562)
4th:
23/18 (1.277)
5th:
21/20 (1.050)
Chassis:
Frame type:
Steel tube frame
Caster angle:
5.0 °
Trail:
21.0 mm (0.83 in)
Front tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
AT21 x 7-10
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/KT341 Radial
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
AT20 x 10-9
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/KT355A Radial
Loading:
Maximum loading limit:
100.0 kg (220 lb)
(Total weight of rider, cargo, accessories, and tongue)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):
Recommended:
Front:
27.5 kPa (0.275 kgf/cm
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, 4.0 psi)
Rear:
30.0 kPa (0.300 kgf/cm
2
, 4.4 psi)
Minimum:
Front:
24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm
2
, 3.6 psi)
Rear:
27.0 kPa (0.270 kgf/cm
2
, 4.0 psi)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
10 x 5.5AT
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
9 x 8.5AT
Front brake:
Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
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Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
230 mm (9.1 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
270 mm (10.6 in)
Electrical system:
Ignition system:
DC. CDI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
GT7B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 6.5 Ah
Headlight:
Bulb type:
Krypton bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage
×
quantity:
Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W
×
2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 0.5/3.9 W
×
1
Neutral indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W
×
1
Coolant temperature warning light:
12 V, 1.7 W
×
1
Fuses:
Main fuse:
15.0 A
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EBU26000
CONSUMER INFORMATION
EBU26011
Identification numbers
Record the key identification number, vehicle iden-
tification number and model label information in
the spaces provided below for assistance when or-
dering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for ref-
erence in case the ATV is stolen.
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EBU26020
Key identification number
The key identification number is stamped into the
key. Record this number in the space provided and
use it for reference when ordering a new key.
EBU26040
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is stamped into
the frame.
1. Key identification number
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The year of manufacture is listed in the vehicle
identification number as shown in the illustration.
TIP
The vehicle identification number is used to identi-
fy your ATV.
EBU26050
Model label
The model label is affixed at the location in the il-
lustration. Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information will be need-
ed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha deal-
er.
1. Vehicle identification number
1
1. Vehicle identification number
2. Year of manufacture
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1. Model label
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INDEX
A
Accessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-24
B
Battery .......................................................................... 8-47
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ....... 8-44
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ......... 8-45
Brake fluid, changing.................................................... 8-35
Brake fluid level, checking............................................ 8-32
Brake lever ..................................................................... 4-5
Brake lever free play, checking the front ...................... 8-36
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-39
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ...................... 8-31
Brake pedal .................................................................... 4-6
Brake pedal position, checking .................................... 8-36
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-3
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-43
Carburetor, adjusting.................................................... 8-29
Chassis fasteners........................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 4-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ................................... 8-39
Coolant ................................................................. 5-3
,
8-20
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-1
D
Drive chain ..................................................................... 5-4
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................. 8-43
Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-41
E
Engine break-in .............................................................. 6-5
Engine, cold start ........................................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 8-30
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-3
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 8-14
Engine, starting a warm ................................................. 6-3
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-2
F
Fuel ........................................................................ 4-8
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5-3
Fuel cock ........................................................................ 4-9
Fuel tank cap.................................................................. 4-7
Fuse, replacing............................................................. 8-49
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Handlebar switches ........................................................ 4-2
Headlight beam, adjusting............................................ 8-52
Headlight bulb, replacing.............................................. 8-50
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Identification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator light and warning light...................................... 4-1
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-7
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Key identification number ............................................. 11-1
L
Label locations ............................................................... 2-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-3
M
Main switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................. 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................. 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-2
N
Neutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-1
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Owner’s manual and tool kit ........................................... 8-1
P
Panel, removing and installing ....................................... 8-9
Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking brake free play, adjusting ................................ 8-37
Parking brake lever ........................................................ 4-6
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-6
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1
Pre-operation check list.................................................. 5-1
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Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1
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Safety information .......................................................... 1-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-11
Shifting ........................................................................... 6-3
Shift pedal ...................................................................... 4-7
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front .......... 4-12
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear .............. 4-17Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-28
Spark plug, checking .................................................... 8-10
Specifications ............................................................... 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-4
Starter (choke) ............................................................. 4-10
Start switch..................................................................... 4-3
Storage........................................................................... 9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm
pivots.......................................................................... 8-46
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ........................................ 8-45
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Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-53
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ................................ 8-30
Throttle lever .......................................................... 4-3
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Tire pressure, measuring ............................................... 5-5
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Tire wear limit ................................................................. 5-6
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-54
Troubleshooting charts................................................. 8-55
V
Valve clearance............................................................ 8-31
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1
W
Wheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-45
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-53
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-53
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