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EBU01180
Engine oil
Make sure the engine oil is at the specified level.
Fill with oil as necessary. (See pages 8-31–8-41
for details.)
Recommended oil:
Recommended engine oil classification:
API Service SE, SF, SG type or higher
-20˚ -10˚ 0˚
10˚20˚ 30˚40˚50˚C
10W/30
15W/4020W/4020W/50
10W/40
5W/30
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‘1. Final gear oil
2. Final gear case filler bolt
3. Proper level
1. Huile de transmission finale
2. Boulon de remplissage du carter de transmission finale
3. Niveau correct
1. Aceite de la transmisión final
2. Perno de relleno de la caja de la transmisión final
3. Nivel adecuado
10. Start the engine and warm it up for several
minutes. While warming up, check for oil
leakage. If oil leakage is found, stop the en-
gine immediately and check for the cause.
11. Install the panels.
EBU01145
Final gear oil
Final gear oil measurement
1. Place the machine on a level surface.
2. Remove the oil filler bolt, and then check the
oil level in the final gear case.NOTE:_ The oil level should be at the brim of the filler hole. _3. If the oil is below the brim of the filler hole,
add sufficient oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.CAUTION:_ Be sure no foreign material enters the final
gear case. _4. Install the oil filler bolt.
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3. Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Mixing
fluids may result in a harmful chemical reac-
tion and lead to poor brake performance.
4. Be careful that water does not enter the mas-
ter cylinder reservoir when refilling. Water will
significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.
5. Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces
or plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
6. Have a Yamaha dealer check the cause if the
brake fluid level goes down.
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EBU00428
SPECIFICATIONS
Model YFM450FA
Dimensions:
Overall length 1,984 mm
Overall width 1,085 mm
Overall height 1,120 mm
Seat height 827 mm
Wheelbase 1,233 mm
Ground clearance 245 mm
Minimum turning radius 3,000 mm
Basic weight:
With oil and full fuel tank 267 kg
Noise and vibration level:
Noise level (77/311/EEC) 79.7 dB(A)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008) Not exceed 0.5 m/s
2
Vibration on handlebar (EN1032, ISO5008) 2.5 m/s
2
Engine:
Engine type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement 421 cm
3
Bore
× stroke 84.5
× 75.0 mm
Compression ratio 10 :1
Starting system Electric and recoil starter
Lubrication system Wet sump
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10
Engine oil:
Type
Recommended engine oil classification API Service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Quantity:
Periodic oil change
With oil filter replacement
Total amount2.3 L
2.4 L
2.6 L Model YFM450FA
-20˚-10˚0˚
10˚20˚30˚40˚50˚C
10W/30
15W/4020W/4020W/50
10W/40
5W/30
CAUTION:
In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the en-
gine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not mix any
chemical additives. Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of a higher quality
than specified. In addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or higher.
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Final gear oil:
Type SAE 80 API “GL-4” Hypoid gear oil
Quantity
Periodic oil change 0.23 L
Total amount 0.25 L
Differential gear oil:
Type SAE 80 API “GL-4” Hypoid gear oil
Quantity
Periodic oil change 0.23 L
Total amount 0.28 L
Air filter: Wet type element
Fuel:
Type For Europe: Regular unleaded gasoline only
For Australia: Unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity 15 L
Fuel reserve amount 4.5 L
Carburetor:
Type/quantity BSR33/1
Manufacturer MIKUNIModel YFM450FA
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Brake:
Front brake type Dual disc brake
operation Right hand operation
Rear brake type Single disc brake
operation Left hand and right foot operation
Suspension:
Front suspension Double wishbone
Rear suspension Swingarm (monocross)
Shock absorber:
Front shock absorber Coil spring / oil damper
Rear shock absorber Coil spring / oil damper
Wheel travel:
Front wheel travel 160 mm
Rear wheel travel 180 mm
Electrical:
Ignition system DC-C.D.I.
Generator system A.C. magneto
Battery type YTX20L-BS
Battery voltage, capacity 12 V, 18 Ah
Headlight type: Krypton bulbModel YFM450FA
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