2006 YAMAHA YFZ450 light

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6. Push the headlight bulb holder in and turn
it clockwise to install.
7. Install the headlight bulb holder cover.
8. Connect the headlight coupler.
9. Install the headlight assembly by installing
the bolts.
10. Adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
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Headlight beam adjustment
cC
It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make
this adjustment.
To raise the beam, turn the adjusting bolt in
direction a.
To lower the beam, turn the adjusting bolt in
direction b.
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Tail/brake light
This model is equipped with an LED type of
tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on, have a
Yamaha dealer check it.
1. Adjusting screw1. Vis de réglage1. Tornillo de ajuste
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Do not smoke when checking the fuel sys-
tem. Fuel can ignite or explode, causing
severe injury or property damage. Make sure
there are no open flames or sparks in the
area, including pilot lights from water
heaters or furnaces.
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4. Lubricate all control cables.
5. Block up the frame to raise all wheels off
the ground.
6. Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe out-
let to prevent moisture from entering.
7. If storing in a humid or salt-air atmosphere,
coat all exposed metal surfaces with a light
film of oil. Do not apply oil to any rubber
parts or the seat cover.
8. Remove the battery and charge it. Store it
in a dry place and recharge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in an
excessively warm or cold place (less than
0 ° C or more than 30 °C).
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before storing the
machine.
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Model YFZ450V
Brake:
Front brake type Dual disc brake
operation Right hand operation
Rear brake type Single disc brake
operation Right foot operation
Suspension:
Front suspension Double wishbone
Rear suspension Swingarm (link suspension)
Shock absorber:
Front shock absorber Coil spring/Gas-Oil damper
Rear shock absorber Coil spring/Gas-Oil damper
Wheel travel:
Front wheel travel 230.0 mm
Rear wheel travel 270.0 mm
Electrical:
Ignition system D.C. C.D.I.
Generator system A.C. magneto
Battery type/voltage capacity GT7B-4/12V, 6.5 Ah
Headlight type: Krypton bulb
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Model YFZ450V
Bulb voltage, wattage ×quantity:
Headlight 12V, 30W/30W ×2
Tail/brake light LED
Indicator/warning light
Neutral 12V, 1.7W ×1
Coolant temperature 12V, 1.7W ×1
Fuses:
Main 15.0 A
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