2004 YAMAHA WR 450F oil

5. GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.
Always turn off the engine while refu-
eling. Take care to not spill any gaso-
line on the engine or exhaust system.
Never refuel in the vicinity of an open
flame, or while smoking.
6. GASOLINE CAN CAUSE INJURY.
If you should swallow some gasoline,
inhale excess gasoline vapors, or
allow any gasoline to get into your
eyes, contact a doctor immediately. If
any gasoline spills onto your skin or
clothing, immediately wash skin areas
with soap and water, and change your
clothes.
7. ONLY OPERATE THE MACHINE IN AN
AREA WITH ADEQUATE VENTILA-
TION.
Never start the engine or let it run for
any length of time in an enclosed area.
Exhaust fumes are poisonous. These
fumes contain carbon monoxide,
which by itself is odorless and color-
less. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous
gas which can cause unconscious-
ness or can be lethal.
8. PARK THE MACHINE CAREFULLY;
TURN OFF THE ENGINE.
Always turn off the engine if you are
going to leave the machine. Do not
park the machine on a slope or soft
ground as it may fall over.
9. THE ENGINE, EXHAUST PIPE, MUF-
FLER, AND OIL TANK WILL BE VERY
HOT AFTER THE ENGINE HAS BEEN
RUN.
Be careful not to touch them or to
allow any clothing item to contact
them during inspection or repair.
10. PROPERLY SECURE THE MACHINE
BEFORE TRANSPORTING IT.
When transporting the machine in
another vehicle, always be sure it is
properly secured and in an upright
position and that the fuel cock is in
the “OFF” position. Otherwise, fuel
may leak out of the carburetor or fuel
tank.

ILLUSTRATED SYMBOLS
(Refer to the illustration)
Illustrated symbols
1
to
7
are designed as
thumb tabs to indicate the chapter’s number
and content.
1
General information
2
Specifications
3
Regular inspection and adjustments
4
Engine
5
Chassis
6
Electrical
7
Tuning
Illustrated symbols
8
to
D
are used to identify
the specifications appearing in the text.
8
With engine mounted
9
Special tool
0
Filling fluid
A
Lubricant
B
Tightening
C
Specified value, Service limit
D
Resistance (
Ω
), Voltage (V), Electric current (A)
Illustrated symbols
E
to
H
in the exploded
diagrams indicate grade of lubricant and loca-
tion of lubrication point.
E
Apply engine oil
F
Apply molybdenum disulfide oil
G
Apply lightweight lithium-soap base grease
H
Apply molybdenum disulfide grease
Illustrated symbols
I
to
J
in the exploded
diagrams indicate where to apply a locking
agent and where to install new parts.
IApply locking agent (LOCTITE®)
JUse new one 12
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56
78
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CD
EF
GH
IJ
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CHAPTER 4
ENGINE
SEAT, FUEL TANK
AND SIDE COVERS
..................................4-1
EXHAUST PIPE AND SILENCER
.............4-3
RADIATOR
................................................4-5
CARBURETOR
..........................................4-8
CAMSHAFTS
...........................................4-21
CYLINDER HEAD
....................................4-29
VALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS
............4-33
CYLINDER AND PISTON
........................4-42
CLUTCH
...................................................4-48
OIL FILTER, WATER PUMP
AND CRANKCASE COVER (RIGHT)
.....4-55
BALANCER
.............................................4-62
OIL PUMP
................................................4-65
KICK AXLE AND SHIFT SHAFT
.............4-69
AC MAGNETO
AND STARTER CLUTCH
........................4-76
ENGINE REMOVAL
.................................4-83
CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT
........4-89
TRANSMISSION, SHIFT CAM
AND SHIFT FORK
...................................4-98
CHAPTER 5
CHASSIS
FRONT WHEEL AND REAR WHEEL
.......5-1
FRONT BRAKE AND REAR BRAKE
.....5-11
FRONT FORK
..........................................5-27
HANDLEBAR
...........................................5-40
STEERING
...............................................5-46
SWINGARM
.............................................5-52
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
....................5-60

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INFO

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DESCRIPTION
EC100000
GENERAL INFORMATION
EC110000
DESCRIPTION
1
Clutch lever
2
Hot starter lever
3
“ENGINE STOP” button
4
Trip meter
5
Main switch
6
Start switch
7
Front brake lever
8
Throttle grip
9
Radiator cap
0
Fuel tank cap
A
Taillight
B
Kickstarter
C
Fuel tank
D
Headlight
E
Radiator
F
Coolant drain bolt
G
Rear brake pedal
H
Valve joint
I
Fuel cock
J
Cold starter knob
K
Air cleaner
L
Drive chain
M
Shift pedal
N
Oil dipstick
O
Front fork
NOTE:


The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the following.

Designs and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
A
BCD
E
F G
1234
5
6
7
8
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GEN
INFO
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
EC132000
ALL REPLACEMENT PARTS
1. We recommend to use Yamaha genuine
parts for all replacements. Use oil and/or
grease recommended by Yamaha for
assembly and adjustment.
EC133000
GASKETS, OIL SEALS AND O-RINGS
1. All gaskets, oil seals, and O-rings should
be replaced when an engine is over-
hauled. All gasket surfaces, oil seal lips,
and O-rings must be cleaned.
2. Properly oil all mating parts and bearings
during reassembly. Apply grease to the
oil seal lips.
EC134000
LOCK WASHERS/PLATES AND COTTER
PINS
1. All lock washers/plates 1 and cotter pins
must be replaced when they are
removed. Lock tab(s) should be bent
along the bolt or nut flat(s) after the bolt
or nut has been properly tightened.
EC135001
BEARINGS AND OIL SEALS
1. Install the bearing(s) 1 and oil seal(s) 2
with their manufacturer’s marks or num-
bers facing outward. (In other words, the
stamped letters must be on the side
exposed to view.) When installing oil
seal(s), apply a light coating of light-
weight lithium base grease to the seal
lip(s). Oil the bearings liberally when
installing.
CAUTION:
Do not use compressed air to spin the
bearings dry. This causes damage to the
bearing surfaces.

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INFO
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SPECIAL TOOLS
YM-01442, 90890-01442 Fork seal driver
This tool is used when install the fork oil seal.YM-01442 90890-01442
YS-1880-A, 90890-01701 Sheave holder
This tool is used for when loosening or tightening the
flywheel magneto securing nut.YS-1880-A 90890-01701
YU-3112-C, 90890-03112 Yamaha pocket tester
Use this tool to inspect the coil resistance, output
voltage and amperage.YU-3112-C 90890-03112
YM-33277-A, 90890-03141 Timing light
This tool is necessary for checking ignition timing.YM-33277-A 90890-03141
YM-4019, 90890-04019 Valve spring compressor
This tool is needed to remove and install the valve
assemblies.YM-4019 90890-04019
YM-91042, 90890-04086 Clutch holding tool
This tool is used to hold the clutch when removing or
installing the clutch boss securing nut.YM-91042 90890-04086
YM-4116, 90890-04116
YM-4097, 90890-04097Valve guide remover
Intake 4.5 mm (0.18 in)
Exhaust 5.0 mm (0.20 in)
This tool is needed to remove and install the valve
guide.YM-4116
YM-409790890-04116
90890-04097
YM-4117, 90890-04117
YM-4098, 90890-04098Valve guide installer
Intake
Exhaust
This tool is needed to install the valve guide.YM-4117
YM-409890890-04117
90890-04098
YM-4118, 90890-04118
YM-4099, 90890-04099Valve guide reamer
Intake 4.5 mm (0.18 in)
Exhaust 5.0 mm (0.20 in)
This tool is needed to rebore the new valve guide.YM-4118
YM-4099 90890-04118
90890-04099
Part number Tool name/How to use Illustration

GEN
INFO
OUTILS SPECIAUX
Les outils spéciaux appropriés sont indispensables pour pouvoir effectuer un assemblage et une mise au point
complets et précis. L’utilisation des outils spéciaux corrects permettra d’éviter les endommagements dus à
l’emploi d’outils impropres et aux techniques improvisées entraînées par ceux-ci. La forme et le numéro de
pièce des outils spéciaux diffèrent selon les pays. Voilà pourquoi il y a parfois deux versions d’un outil. La
liste suivante permet d’éviter toute erreur lors de la commande de pièces.
N.B.:
Pour les USA et le CDN, utiliser les numéros de pièce qui commencent par “YM-”, “YU-” ou “ACC-”.
Pour les autres pays utiliser les numéros de pièce qui commencent par “90890-”.
Numéros de pièce Nom et usage de l’outil Illustration
YU-1135-A, 90890-01135 Outil de séparation de carter
Cet outil permet de séparer le vilebrequin des demi-car-
ters.YU-1135-A 90890-01135
YU-3097, 90890-01252
YU-1256Comparateur et support
Support
Ces outils permettent de mesurer le faux-rond ou la défor-
mation de pièces.YU-3097
YU-125690890-01252
YU-90050, 90890-01274
YU-90050, 90890-01275
YM-91044, 90890-04081
YU-90063, 90890-01278Outil de montage du vilebrequin
Pot de montage du vilebrequin
Boulon de montage du vilebrequin
Entretoise (installation de vilebrequin)
Adaptateur (M12)
Ces outils sont utilisé pour la montage du vilebrequin.YU-90050
YU-90063
YM-9104490890-01274
90890-01275
90890-01278
90890-04081
YU-1304, 90890-01304 Extracteur d’axe de piston
Cet outil est utilisé pour extraire les axes de piston.YU-1304 90890-01304
YU-24460-01, 90890-01325
YU-33984, 90890-01352Testeur de bouchon de radiateur
Adaptateur
Ces outils sont utilisés pour le contrôle du système de
refroidissement.YU-24460-01
YU-3398490890-01325
90890-01352
YU-33975, 90890-01403 Clé pour écrou annulaire
Cet outil est utilisé pour serrer l’écrou de bague de direc-
tion aux spécifications.YU-33975 90890-01403
YM-1423, 90890-01423 Poignée de tige d’amortisseur
Utiliser ces outils pour déposer et poser la tige d’amortis-
seur.YM-1423 90890-01423
OUTILS SPECIAUX
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GEN
INFO
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
WARNING
Never start or run the engine in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poisonous;
they can cause loss of consciousness and
death in a very short time. Always operate
the machine in a well-ventilated area.
CAUTION:
The carburetor on this machine has a
built-in accelerator pump. Therefore,
when starting the engine, do not operate
the throttle or the spark plug will foul.
Unlike a two-stroke engine, this engine
cannot be kick started when the throttle is
open because the kickstarter may kick
back. Also, if the throttle is open the air/
fuel mixture may be too lean for the
engine to start.
Before starting the machine, perform the
checks in the pre-operation check list.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
According to “AIR FILTER CLEANING” section
in the CHAPTER 3, apply the foam-air-filter oil
or its equivalent to the element. (Excess oil in
the element may adversely affect engine start-
ing.)
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
NOTE:
This model is equipped with an ignition circuit
cut-off system. The engine can be started
under the following conditions.
When the transmission is in neutral.
When the clutch is disengaged with the
transmission in any position. However, it is
recommended to shift into neutral before
starting the engine.
1. Inspect the coolant level.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
3. Push the main switch to “ON”.
4. Shift the transmission into neutral.
5. Fully open the cold starter knob 1.
6. Start the engine by pushing the start
switch or by kicking the kickstarter.