2006 YAMAHA WR 450F fork oil

CHAPTER 4
ENGINE
SEAT, FUEL TANK
AND SIDE COVERS ..................................4-1
EXHAUST PIPE
AND SILENCER ........................................4-3
RADIATOR ................................................4-5
CARBURETOR ..........................................4-8
AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM ......................4-21
CAMSHAFTS ...........................................4-23
CYLINDER HEAD ....................................4-32
VALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS ............4-36
CYLINDER AND PISTON ........................4-45
CLUTCH ...................................................4-51
OIL FILTER, WATER PUMP
AND CRANKCASE COVER (RIGHT) .....4-58
BALANCER .............................................4-65
OIL PUMP ................................................4-68
KICK AXLE AND SHIFT SHAFT .............4-72
AC MAGNETO
AND STARTER CLUTCH ........................4-79
ENGINE REMOVAL .................................4-86
CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT ........4-92
TRANSMISSION, SHIFT CAM
AND SHIFT FORK .................................4-101
CHAPTER 5
CHASSIS
FRONT WHEEL AND REAR WHEEL .......5-1
FRONT BRAKE AND REAR BRAKE .....5-10
FRONT FORK ..........................................5-26
HANDLEBAR ...........................................5-39
STEERING ...............................................5-46
SWINGARM .............................................5-53
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ....................5-61

GEN
INFO
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DESCRIPTION
EC100000
GENERAL INFORMATION
EC110000
DESCRIPTION
1Clutch lever
2Hot starter lever
3“ENGINE STOP” button
4Multi-function display
5Main switch
6Start switch
7Front brake lever
8Throttle grip
9Radiator cap
0Fuel tank cap
ATaillight
BKickstarter
CFuel tank
DHeadlight
ERadiator
FCoolant drain bolt
GRear brake pedal
HValve joint
IFuel cock
JCold starter knob
KAir cleaner
LDrive chain
MShift pedal
NOil dipstick
OFront forkNOTE:
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
9 0
HI
J
K
L M
N O

GEN
INFO
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SPECIAL TOOLS
YM-A0948, 90890-01502 Fork seal driver
This tool is used when install the fork oil seal.YM-A0948 90890-01502
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 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

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INFO
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TORQUE-CHECK POINTS
TORQUE-CHECK POINTS
NOTE:
Concerning the tightening torque, refer to
“MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS” section
in the CHAPTER 2.
Frame to rear frame
Fuel tank to frame
Silencer to rear frame
Frame to engine
Engine bracket to engine
Engine bracket to frame
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
Tightening of brake hose holder
Brake pedal to frame
Brake disc to wheel
Tightening of union bolt
Master cylinder to frame
Tightening of air bleeder
Tightening of brake hose holder
Fuel tank to fuel cock
Tightening of oil hose clamp Frame construction
Combined seat and tank
Exhaust system
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
swingarm
Wheel Installation of wheel Front
Rear
Brake Front
Rear
Fuel system
Lubrication system

SPEC
2 - 3 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)
Shock absorber:
Front shock absorber Coil spring/oil damper
Rear shock absorber Coil spring/gas, oil damper
Wheel travel:
Front wheel travel 300 mm (11.8 in)
Rear wheel travel 305 mm (12.0 in)
Electrical:
Ignition system CDI
Generator system AC magneto
Battery type YTZ7S
Battery voltage/capacity 12 V/6 AH
Specific gravity 1.310
Headlight type: Quartz bulb (halogen)
Bulb wattage × quantity:
Headlight 12 V 60/55 W × 1
Taillight 12 V 21/5 W × 1
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

SPEC
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EC212201
CHASSIS
Item Standard Limit
Steering system:
Steering bearing type Taper roller bearing ----
Front suspension: USA, CDN EUROPE AUS, NZ, ZA
Front fork travel 300 mm (11.8 in)← ←
Fork spring free length 460 mm (18.1 in)← ←
Spring rate, STD K = 4.5 N/mm
(0.459 kg/mm,
25.7 lb/in)K = 4.2 N/mm
(0.428 kg/mm,
24.0 lb/in)K = 4.4 N/mm
(0.449 kg/mm,
25.1 lb/in)
Optional spring/spacer Yes← ←
Oil capacity 650 cm
3
(22.9 Imp oz,
22.0 US oz) 653 cm3
(23.0 Imp oz,
22.1 US oz) 655 cm3
(23.1 Imp oz,
22.1 US oz)
Oil level 130 mm (5.12 in) 127 mm (5.00 in) 125 mm (4.92 in)

(From top of outer tube with inner
tube and damper rod fully com-
pressed without spring.)95 ~ 150 mm
(3.74 ~ 5.91 in)← ←
Oil grade Suspension oil
“S1”← ←
Inner tube outer diameter 48 mm (1.89 in)← ←
Front fork top end Zero mm (Zero in)← ←
Rear suspension: USA, CDN EUROPE AUS, NZ, ZA
Shock absorber travel 129 mm (5.08 in)← ←
Spring free length260 mm (10.24 in)← ←
Fitting length 247 mm (9.72 in) 246 mm (9.69 in) 247 mm (9.72 in)
237.5 ~ 258.5 mm
(9.35 ~ 10.18 in)← ←
Spring rate, STD K = 52.0 N/mm
(5.30 kg/mm,
296.8 lb/in)K = 48.0 N/mm
(4.90 kg/mm,
274.4 lb/in)K = 54.0 N/mm
(5.50 kg/mm,
308.0 lb/in)
Optional spring Yes← ←
Enclosed gas pressure
1,000 kPa
(10 kg/cm2, 142 psi)
← ←
Swingarm:
Swingarm free play limit
End ---- 1.0 mm
(0.04 in)
MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS

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INSP
ADJ
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
EC300000
REGULAR INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
The following schedule is intended as a general guide to maintenance and lubrication. Bear in mind
that such factors as weather, terrain, geographical location, and individual usage will alter the
required maintenance and lubrication intervals. If you are a doubt as to what intervals to follow in
maintaining and lubricating your machine, consult your Yamaha dealer.
ItemAfter
break-inEvery
race
Every
third
(or
500 km)Every
fifth
(or
1,000 km)As re-
quiredRemarks
ENGINE OIL
Replace
VALVES
The engine must be cold.
Check the valve seats
and valve stems for wear. Check the valve clearances
Inspect
Replace
VALVE SPRINGS
Check the free length and
the tilt. Inspect
Replace
VALVE LIFTERS
Check for scratches and
wear. Inspect
Replace
CAMSHAFTS Inspect the camshaft sur-
face.
Inspect the decompres-
sion system Inspect
Replace
CAMSHAFT SPROCKETS
Check for wear on the
teeth and for damage. Inspect
Replace
PISTON
Inspect crack
Inspect carbon deposits
and eliminate them. Inspect
Clean
Replace
PISTON RING
Check ring end gap Inspect
Replace
PISTON PIN
Inspect
Replace
CYLINDER HEAD Inspect carbon deposits
and eliminate them.
Change gasket Inspect and clean
CYLINDER
Inspect and clean
Inspect score marks
Inspect wear
Replace
CLUTCH
Inspect housing, friction
plate, clutch plate and
spring Inspect and adjust
Replace
TRANSMISSION
Inspect
Replace bearing
SHIFT FORK, SHIFT CAM, GUIDE BAR
InspectInspect wear

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INSP
ADJ
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
* marked: For USA
FRONT FORKS
Inspect and adjust
Replace oil Suspension oil “S1”
Replace oil seal
FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST
SEAL
Clean and lube Lithium base grease
PROTECTOR GUIDE
Replace
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
(After
rain ride)
Inspect and adjust
Lube
Molybdenum disulfide
grease
Retighten
DRIVE CHAIN GUARD AND ROLL-
ERS
Inspect
DRIVE CHAIN STOPPER
Inspect
SWINGARM
Molybdenum disulfide
grease
Inspect, lube and retighten
RELAY ARM, CONNECTING ROD
Molybdenum disulfide
grease
Inspect, lube and retighten
SIDESTAND
Lubricate Lithium base grease
STEERING HEAD
Inspect free play and retighten
Clean and lube Lithium base grease
Replace bearing
TIRE, WHEELS
Inspect air pressure, wheel run-out,
tire wear and spoke looseness
Retighten sprocket bolt
Inspect bearings
Replace bearings
Lubricate Lithium base grease
THROTTLE, CONTROL CABLE
Yamaha cable lube or
SAE 10W-30 motor oil Check routing and connection
Lubricate
HOT STARTER, CLUTCH LEVER
Inspect free play
BATTERY
Check terminal for looseness and
corrosionItemAfter
break-inEvery
race
Every
third
(or
500 km)Every
fifth
(or
1,000 km)As re-
quiredRemarks