2004 YAMAHA WOLVERINE 450 wheel

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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 pre-
vent 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, ap-
ply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not ap-
ply degreaser to the wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden
hose. Use only enough pressure to do the
job.
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CAUTION:
Excessive water pressure may cause water
seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electrical de-
vices. Many expensive repair bills have result-
ed from improper high pressure detergent
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. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner
to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
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B. STORAGE
Long term storage (60 days or more) of your ma-
chine will require some preventive procedures to
guard against deterioration. After thoroughly
cleaning the machine, prepare for storage as fol-
lows:
1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add fuel
stabilizer (if available).NOTE:Use of fuel stabilizer eliminates the need to drain
the fuel system. Consult a Yamaha dealer if the
fuel system is to be drained instead.2. Remove the spark plug, pour about one ta-
blespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil
in the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark
plug. Ground the spark plug wire and turn the
engine over several times to coat the cylinder
wall with oil.
3. Lubricate all control cables.
4. Block up the frame to raise all wheels off the
ground.
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SPECIFICATIONS
ModelYFM450FA
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) (for Europe) 79.7 dB(A)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008) (for Europe) Will not exceed 0.5 m/s
2
Vibration on handlebar (EN1032, ISO5008)
(for Europe)Will not exceed 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
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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 bulbModelYFM450FA
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Bulb voltage, wattage
× quantity:
Headlight 12 V, 30/30 W
× 2
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W
× 1
Neutral indicator light LED
Reverse indicator light LED
Coolant temperature warning light LED
Park indicator light LED
High-range indicator light LED
Low-range indicator light LED
Differential gear lock indicator light LED
Fuse:
Main fuse 30 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Ignition fuse 10 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse 10 A
Four-wheel-drive fuse 3 A
Signaling system fuse 10 A
Backup fuse 10 AModelYFM450FA
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