Front fork YAMAHA YZ426F 2000 Owners Manual

CHAPTER 4
ENGINE
SEAT, FUEL TANK AND
SIDE COVERS
.......................................... 4-1
EXHAUST PIPE AND SILENCER
............ 4-3
RADIATOR
................................................ 4-4
CARBURETOR
......................................... 4-7
CAMSHAFTS
.......................................... 4-17
CYLINDER HEAD
................................... 4-24
VALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS
........... 4-27
CYLINDER AND PISTON
....................... 4-35
CLUTCH
.................................................. 4-41
OIL FILTER, WATER PUMP AND
CRANKCASE COVER (RIGHT)
............. 4-47
BALANCER
............................................ 4-53
OIL PUMP
............................................... 4-56
KICK AXLE AND SHIFT SHAFT
............ 4-60
CDI MAGNETO
....................................... 4-67
ENGINE REMOVAL
................................ 4-71
CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT
....... 4-76
TRANSMISSION, SHIFT CAM,
SHIFT FORK
........................................... 4-85
CHAPTER 5
CHASSIS
FRONT WHEEL AND REAR WHEEL
...... 5-1
FRONT BRAKE AND REAR BRAKE
..... 5-10
FRONT FORK
......................................... 5-27
HANDLEBAR
.......................................... 5-40
STEERING
.............................................. 5-45
SWINGARM
............................................ 5-50
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
................... 5- 57

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GEN
INFO

DESCRIPTION
EC100000
GENERAL INFORMATION
EC110000
DESCRIPTION
1
Clutch lever
2
Decompression lever
3
Front brake lever
4
Throttle grip
5
Radiator cap
6
Fuel tank cap
7
Oil filler plug/dipstick
8
“ENGINE STOP” button
9
Kick starter
0
Fuel tank
A
Radiator
B
Coolant drain bolt
C
Rear brake pedal
D
Valve joint
E
Fuel cock
F
Cold starter knob
G
Hot starter knob (red)
H
Drive chain
I
Air cleaner
J
Shift pedal
K
Front fork
NOTE:

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The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the following.
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Designs and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
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GEN
INFO
TORQUE-CHECK POINTS
EC1A0012
TORQUE-CHECK POINTS
Frame construction
Combined seat and tank
Engine mounting
Steering Steering shaft to
handlebar
Suspension Front Steering shaft to front
fork
Rear For link type
Rear Installation of shock
absorber
Rear Installation of swing-
arm
Wheel Installation of wheel Front
Rear
Brake Front
Rear
Fuel systemFrame to rear frame
Fuel tank to frame
Frame to engine
Steering shaft to frame
Steering shaft to handle crown
Handle crown to handlebar
Front fork to handle crown
Front fork to under bracket
Assembly of links
Link to frame
Link to shock absorber
Link to swingarm
Shock absorber to frame
Tightening of pivot shaft
Tightening of front axle
Tightening of axle holder
Tightening of rear axle
Wheel to sprocket
Caliper to front fork
Brake disc to wheel
Tightening of union bolt
Master cylinder to handlebar
Tightening of air bleeder
Brake disc to wheel
Tightening of union bolt
Master cylinder to frame
Tightening of air bleeder
Fuel tank to fuel cock
NOTE:
Concerning the tightening torque, refer to
“MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS” section
in the CHAPTER 2.

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GEN
INFO
CLEANING AND STORAGE
EC1B0000
CLEANING AND STORAGE
EC1B1000
CLEANING
Frequent cleaning of your machine will
enhance its appearance, maintain good over-
all performance, and extend the life of many
components.
1. Before washing the machine, block off
the end of the exhaust pipe to prevent
water from entering. A plastic bag
secured with a rubber band may be used
for this purpose.
2. If the engine is excessively greasy, apply
some degreaser to it with a paint brush.
Do not apply degreaser to the chain,
sprockets, or wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a
garden hose; use only enough pressure
to do the job.
CAUTION:
Excessive hose pressure may cause water
seepage and contamination of wheel bear-
ings, front forks, brakes and transmission
seals. Many expensive repair bills have
resulted from improper high pressure
detergent applications such as those avail-
able in coin-operated car washers.
4. After the majority of the dirt has been
hosed off, wash all surfaces with warm
water and a mild detergent. Use an old
toothbrush to clean hard-to-reach places.
5. Rinse the machine off immediately with
clean water, and dry all surfaces with a
soft towel or cloth.
6. Immediately after washing, remove
excess water from the chain with a paper
towel and lubricate the chain to prevent rust.
7. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery
cleaner to keep the cover pliable and
glossy.
8. Automotive wax may be applied to all
painted or chromed surfaces. Avoid com-
bination cleaner-waxes, as they may con-
tain abrasives.
9. After completing the above, start the
engine and allow it to idle for several min-
utes.

SPEC

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Fuel:
Type Premium unleaded fuel with a research octane
number of 95 or higher. (Except for AUS)
Unleaded fuel only (For AUS)
Tank capacity 8.0 L (1.76 Imp gal, 2.11 US gal)
Carburetor:
Type FCR MX39
Manufacturer KEIHIN
Spark plug:
Type / manufacturer CR8E / NGK
U24ESR-N / DENSO
Gap 0.7 ~ 0.8 mm (0.028 ~ 0.031 in)
Clutch type: Wet, multiple-disc
Transmission: USA, CDN, ZA,
AUS, NZEUROPE
Primary reduction system Gear
¬
Primary reduction ratio 62/21 (2.952)
¬
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
¬
Secondary reduction ratio 49/14 (3.500) 48/14 (3.429)
Transmission type Constant mesh,
5-speed
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Operation Left foot operation
¬
Gear ratio: 1st 24/13 (1.846)
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2nd 27/18 (1.500)
¬
3rd 23/18 (1.278)
¬
4th 24/22 (1.091)
¬
5th 20/21 (0.952)
¬
Chassis:
Frame type Semi double cradle
Caster angle 27.8˚
Trail 123 mm (4.84 in)
Tire:
Type With tube
Size (front) 80/100-21 51M (For USA, CDN, ZA, AUS, NZ
and F)
80/100-21 51R (For EUROPE except F)
Size (rear) 110/90-19 62M (For USA, CDN, ZA, AUS, NZ
and F)
110/90-19 NHS (For EUROPE except F)
Tire pressure (front and rear) 100 kPa (1.0 kg/cm
2

, 15 psi)
Brake:
Front brake type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Rear brake type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot operation
Suspension:
Front suspension Telescopic fork
Rear suspension Swingarm (link type monocross suspension)
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SPEC
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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
EC212201
CHASSIS
Item Standard Limit
Steering system:
Steering bearing type Taper roller bearing ----
Front suspension: USA, CDN AUS,
NZ, ZAEUROPE
Front fork travel 300 mm
(11.8 in)¬----
Fork spring free length 460 mm
(18.1 in)¬455 mm (17.9 in)
Spring rate, STD K = 4.6 N/mm
(0.46 kg/mm,
25.8 lb/in)K = 4.5 N/mm
(0.45 kg/mm,
25.2 lb/in)----
Optional spring/spacer Yes¬----
Oil capacity 578 cm
3
(20.3 lmp oz,
19.5 US oz) ¬----
Oil level 130 mm
(5.12 in)¬----

(From top of outer tube with inner
tube and damper rod fully com-
pressed without spring.)80 ~ 150 mm
(3.15 ~ 5.91 in)¬----
Oil grade Suspension oil
“01”¬----
Inner tube outer diameter 46 mm (1.81 in)¬----
Front fork top end 0 mm (0 in)¬----
Rear suspension: USA, CDN,
AUS, NZ, ZAEUROPE
Shock absorber travel 132 mm
(5.20 in)¬----
Spring free length 265 mm
(10.43 in)275 mm
(10.83 in)----
Fitting length 253 mm
(9.96 in)260 mm
(10.24 in)----
247 ~ 265 mm
(9.72 ~ 10.43 in)257 ~ 275 mm
(10.12 ~ 10.83 in)----
Spring rate, STD K = 54.0 N/mm
(5.40 kg/mm,
302.4 lb/in)K = Approx.
54.0 N/mm
(5.40 kg/mm,
302.4 lb/in)----
Optional spring Yes¬----
Enclosed gas pressure 1,000 kPa
(10 kg/cm
2,
142 psi)¬----
Swingarm:
Swingarm free play limit
End ---- 1.0 mm (0.04 in)

SPEC
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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE:
1. First, tighten the ring nut approximately 38 Nm (3.8 m • kg, 27 ft • lb) by using the ring nut
wrench, then loosen the ring nut one turn.
2. Retighten the ring nut 7 Nm (0.7 m • kg, 5.1 ft • lb).Part to be tightened Thread size Q’tyTightening torque
Nm m·kg ft·lb
Handle crown and outer tube M8 ´ 1.25 4 23 2.3 17
Under bracket and outer tube M8 ´ 1.25 4 20 2.0 14
Handle crown and steering shaft M24 ´ 1.0 1 145 14.5 105
Handlebar holder (upper) M8 ´ 1.25 4 23 2.3 17
Steering ring nut M28 ´ 1.0 1 Refer to NOTE.
Front fork and cap bolt M48 ´ 1.0 2 30 3.0 22
Front fork and base valve M30 ´ 1.0 2 55 5.5 40
Cap bolt and damper rod (front fork) M12 ´ 1.25 2 29 2.9 21
Bleed screw (front fork) and cap bolt M5 ´ 0.8 2 1 0.1 0.7
Front fork and protector M6 ´ 1.0 6 10 1.0 7.2
Front fork and brake hose holder M6 ´ 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Front fork and hose cover M8 ´ 1.25 1 16 1.6 11
Front fork and hose cover M6 ´ 1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Throttle cable cap M5 ´ 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.9
Clutch lever holder M5 ´ 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.9
Decompression lever holder M5 ´ 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.9
Front brake master cylinder and bracket M6 ´ 1.0 2 9 0.9 6.5
Front brake master cylinder cap M4 ´ 0.7 2 2 0.2 1.4
Brake lever mounting (bolt) M6 ´ 1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Brake lever mounting (nut) M6 ´ 1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Brake lever position locknut M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Cable guide (front brake hose) and guide stay M5 ´ 0.8 1 4 0.4 2.9
Front brake hose union bolt (master cylinder)M10 ´ 1.25 1 30 3.0 22
Front brake hose union bolt (caliper) M10 ´ 1.25 1 30 3.0 22
Front brake caliper and front fork M8 ´ 1.25 2 23 2.3 17
Brake caliper (front and rear) and pad pin plugM10 ´ 1.0 1 3 0.3 2.2
Front brake caliper and pad pin M10 ´ 1.0 1 18 1.8 13
Rear brake caliper and pad pin M10 ´ 1.0 1 18 1.8 13
Brake caliper (front and rear) and bleed screw M8 ´ 1.25 1 6 0.6 4.3
Front wheel axle and nut M16 ´ 1.5 1 105 10.5 75
Front wheel axle holder M8 ´ 1.25 4 23 2.3 17
Front brake disc and wheel hub M6 ´ 1.0 6 12 1.2 8.7
Rear brake disc and wheel hub M6 ´ 1.0 6 14 1.4 10
Brake pedal mounting M8 ´ 1.25 1 19 1.9 13
Rear brake master cylinder and frame M6 ´ 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2

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INSP
ADJ

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
SHIFT FORK, SHIFT CAM, GUIDE BAR
Inspect
c
Inspect wear
ROTOR NUT
Retighten
cc
MUFFLER
Inspect
Clean
Replace
cc
cc
* Whichever comes first
CRANK
Inspect and clean
cc
CARBURETOR
Inspect, adjust and clean
cc
When using a high-pres-
sure washer, make sure
that water does not enter
the accelerator pump.
SPARK PLUG
Inspect and clean
Replace
cc
c
DRIVE CHAIN
Lubricate, slack, alignment
Replace
cc
c
Use chain lube
Chain slack: 40~50 mm
(1.6~2.0 in)
COOLING SYSTEM
Check coolant level and leakage
Check radiator cap operation
Replace coolant
Inspect hoses
cc
cc
c
Every two years
OUTSIDE NUTS AND BOLTS
Retighten
cc
Refer to “STARTING AND
BREAK-IN” section in the
CHAPTER 1.
AIR FILTER
Clean and lubricate
Replace
cc
c
Use foam air-filter oil
OIL STRAINER (frame)
Clean
c
FRAME
Clean and inspect
cc
FUEL TANK, COCK
Clean and inspect
cc
BRAKES
Adjust lever position and pedal height
Lubricate pivot point
Check brake disc surface
Check fluid level and leakage
Retighten brake disc bolts, caliper
bolts, master cylinder bolts and union
bolts
Replace pads
Replace brake fluid
c
c
c
c
cc
c
c
c
c
c
c
Every one year
FRONT FORKS
Inspect and adjust
Replace oil
Replace oil seal
c
cc
c
c
Suspension oil “01” ItemAfter
break-inEvery
race
Every
third
(or
500 km)Every
fifth
(or
1,000 km)
As re-
quiredRemarks
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INSP
ADJ

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST
SEAL
Clean and lube
cc
Lithium base grease
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
Inspect and adjust
Lube and retighten
c
cc
c
Lithium base grease
CHAIN GUARD AND ROLLERS
Inspect
cc
SWINGARM
Inspect and retighten
cc
RELAY ARM, CONNECTING ROD
Inspect and lube
cc
Lithium base grease
STEERING HEAD
Inspect free play and retighten
Clean and lube
Replace bearing
cc
c
c
Lithium base grease
TIRE, WHEELS
Inspect air pressure, wheel run-out,
tire wear and spoke looseness
Retighten sprocket bolt
Inspect bearings
Replace bearings
Lubricate
c
cc
c
c
cc
Lithium base grease
THROTTLE, CONTROL CABLE
Check routing and connection
Lubricate
c
cc
c
Yamaha cable lube or
SAE 10W-30 motor oil ItemAfter
break-inEvery
race
Every
third
(or
500 km)Every
fifth
(or
1,000 km)
As re-
quiredRemarks

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INSP
ADJ

PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
EC320000
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Before riding for break-in operation, practice or a race, make sure the machine is in good operating
condition.
Before using this machine, check the following points.
EC321000
GENERAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Item Routine Page
CoolantCheck that coolant is filled up to the radiator filler cap.
Check the cooling system for leakage.P.3-5 ~ 9
FuelCheck that a fresh gasoline is filled in the fuel tank. Check the
fuel line for leakage.P.1-12
Engine oilCheck that the oil level is correct. Check the crankcase and
frame oil line for leakage.P.3-13 ~ 17
Gear shifter and clutchCheck that gears can be shifted correctly in order and that the
clutch operates smoothly.P.3-9
Throttle grip/HousingCheck that the throttle grip operation and free play are correctly
adjusted. Lubricate the throttle grip and housing, if necessary.P.3-10 ~ 11
Brakes Check the play of front brake and effect of front and rear brake. P.3-24 ~ 30
ChainCheck chain slack and alignment. Check that the chain is lubri-
cated properly.P.3-31 ~ 33
WheelsCheck for excessive wear and tire pressure. Check for loose
spokes and have no excessive play.P.3-41 ~ 42
SteeringCheck that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and have no
excessive play.P.3-42 ~ 43
Front forks and rear shock
absorberCheck that they operate smoothly and there is no oil leakage. P.3-33 ~ 40
Cables (wires)Check that the clutch and throttle cables move smoothly. Check
that they are not caught when the handlebars are turned or
when the front forks travel up and down.—
Muffler Check that the muffler is tightly mounted and has no cracks. P.4-3
Sprocket Check that the driven sprocket tightening bolt is not loose. P.3-31
Lubrication Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. P.3-44
Bolts and nuts Check the chassis and engine for loose bolts and nuts. P.1-17
Lead connectorsCheck that the CDI magneto, CDI unit, and ignition coil are con-
nected tightly.P.1-5
SettingsIs the machine set suitably for the condition of the racing course
and weather or by taking into account the results of test runs
before racing? Are inspection and maintenance completely
done?P.7-1 ~ 21