2009 YAMAHA YZ450F oil

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CLEANING AND STORAGE
CLEANING AND STORAGE
CLEANING
Frequent cleaning of your machine
will enhance its appearance, maintain
good overall performance, and ex-
tend the life of many components.
1. Before washing the machine,
block off the end of the exhaust
pipe to prevent water from enter-
ing. A plastic bag secured with a
rubber band may be used for this
purpose.
2. If the engine is excessively
greasy, apply some degreaser to
it with a paint brush. Do not apply
degreaser to the chain, sprockets,
or wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off
with a garden hose; use only
enough pressure to do the job.
Excessive hose pressure may
cause water seepage and contami-
nation of wheel bearings, front
forks, brakes and transmission
seals. Many expensive repair bills
have resulted from improper high
pressure detergent applications
such as those available in coin-op-
erated car washers.
4. After the majority of the dirt has
been hosed off, wash all surfaces
with warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Use an old toothbrush to
clean hard-to-reach places.
5. Rinse the machine off immediate-
ly with clean water, and dry all
surfaces with a soft towel or cloth.
6. Immediately after washing, re-
move excess water from the
chain with a paper towel and lubri-
cate the chain to prevent rust.
7. Clean the seat with a vinyl uphol-
stery cleaner to keep the cover
pliable and glossy.
8. Automotive wax may be applied
to all painted or chromed surfac-
es. Avoid combination cleaner-
waxes, as they may contain abra-
sives.
9. After completing the above, start
the engine and allow it to idle for
several minutes.STORAGE
If your machine is to be stored for 60
days or more, some preventive mea-
sures must be taken to avoid deterio-
ration. After cleaning the machine
thoroughly, prepare it for storage as
follows:
1. Drain the fuel tank, fuel lines, and
the carburetor float bowl.
2. Remove the spark plug, pour a ta-
blespoon of SAE 10W-30 motor
oil in the spark plug hole, and re-
install the plug. With the engine
stop switch pushed in, kick the en-
gine over several times to coat the
cylinder walls with oil.
3. Remove the drive chain, clean it
thoroughly with solvent, and lubri-
cate it. Reinstall the chain or store
it in a plastic bag tied to the frame.
4. Lubricate all control cables.
5. Block the frame up to raise the
wheels off the ground.
6. Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust
pipe outlet to prevent moisture
from entering.
7. If the machine is to be stored in a
humid or salt-air environment,
coat all exposed metal surfaces
with a film of light oil. Do not apply
oil to rubber parts or the seat cov-
er.
Make any necessary repairs before
the machine is stored.

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model name: YZ450FY (USA, CDN, AUS, NZ)
YZ450F (EUROPE, ZA)
Model code number: 34P1 (USA,CDN)
34P2 (EUROPE)
34P4 (AUS, NZ, ZA)
Dimensions: USA, CDN, AUS, NZ, ZA EUROPE
Overall length 2,195 mm (86.42 in) 2,196 mm (86.46 in)
Overall width 825 mm (32.48 in)←
Overall height 1,305 mm (51.38 in)←
Seat height 989 mm (38.94 in) 1,000 mm (39.37 in)
Wheelbase 1,496 mm (58.90 in)←
Minimum ground clearance 373 mm (14.69 in) 374 mm (14.72 in)
Dry weight:
Without oil and fuel 99.0 kg (218 lb)
Engine:
Engine type Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Single cylinder, forward inclined
Displacement 449 cm
3 (15.8 Imp oz, 15.2 US oz)
Bore × stroke 95.0 × 63.4 mm (3.74 × 2.50 in)
Compression ratio 12.3 : 1
Starting system Kickstarter
Lubrication system: Dry sump
Oil type or grade:
Engine oil (For USA and CDN)
Yamalube 4, SAE10W-40 or SAE20W-50
Yamalube 4-R, SAE10W-50
API service SG type or higher,
JASO standard MA
(Except for USA and CDN)
SAE10W-30, SAE10W-40, SAE15W-40,
SAE20W-40 or SAE20W-50
API service SG type or higher,
JASO standard MA
Oil capacity:
Engine oil
Periodic oil change 0.95 L (0.84 Imp qt, 1.00 US qt)
With oil filter replacement 1.0 L (0.88 Imp qt, 1.06 US qt)
Total amount 1.2 L (1.06 Imp qt, 1.27 US qt)
Coolant capacity (including all routes): 0.99 L (0.87 Imp qt, 1.05 US qt)
Air filter: Wet type element
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Fuel:
Type Premium unleaded gasoline only with a research octane
number of 95 or higher.
Tank capacity 7.0 L (1.54 Imp gal, 1.85 US gal)
Carburetor:
Type FCR-MX39
Manufacturer KEIHIN
Spark plug:
Type/manufacturer CR8E/NGK (resistance type)
Gap 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Clutch type: Wet, multiple-disc
Transmission:
Primary reduction system Gear
Primary reduction ratio 61/23 (2.652)
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 49/13 (3.769)
Transmission type Constant mesh, 5-speed
Operation Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st 27/14 (1.929)
2nd 23/15 (1.533)
3rd 23/18 (1.278)
4th 24/22 (1.091)
5th 20/21 (0.952)
Chassis: USA, CDN, AUS, NZ, ZA EUROPE
Frame type Semi double cradle←
Caster angle 26.9° 26.8°
Trail 115.7 mm (4.56 in) 114.2 mm (4.50 in)
Tire:
Type With tube
Size (front) 80/100-21 51M
Size (rear) 120/80-19 63M (For USA, CDN, ZA, AUS, NZ)
110/90-19 62M (For EUROPE)
Tire pressure (front and rear) 100 kPa (1.0 kgf/cm
2, 15 psi)
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

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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Piston off-set 1 mm (0.0394 in) ----
Piston pin bore inside diameter 18.004–18.015 mm (0.7088–0.7093 in) 18.045 mm
(0.7104 in)
Piston pin outside diameter 17.991–18.000 mm (0.7083–0.7087 in) 17.971 mm
(0.7075 in)
Piston rings:
Top ring:
Type Barrel ----
Dimensions (B × T) 1.2 × 3.5 mm (0.05 × 0.14 in) ----
End gap (installed) 0.20–0.30 mm (0.008–0.012 in) 0.55 mm (0.022
in)
Side clearance (installed) 0.030–0.065 mm (0.0012–0.0026 in) 0.12 mm (0.005
in)
2nd ring:
Type Taper ----
Dimensions (B × T) 1.00 × 3.35 mm (0.04 × 0.13 in) ----
End gap (installed) 0.35–0.50 mm (0.014–0.020 in) 0.85 mm (0.033
in)
Side clearance 0.020–0.055 mm (0.0008–0.0022 in) 0.12 mm (0.005
in)
Oil ring:
Dimensions (B × T) 2.0 × 2.9 mm (0.08 × 0.11 in) ----
End gap (installed) 0.2–0.5 mm (0.01–0.02 in) ----
Crankshaft:
Crank width "A" 61.95–62.00 mm (2.439–2.441 in) ----
Runout limit "C" 0.03 mm (0.0012 in) 0.05 mm (0.002
in)
Big end side clearance "D" 0.15–0.45 mm (0.0059–0.0177 in) 0.50 mm (0.02
in)
Small end free play "F" 0.4–1.0 mm (0.02–0.04 in) 2.0 mm (0.08
in)
Balancer:
Balancer drive method Gear ----Item Standard Limit

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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Air filter oil grade: Foam-air-filter oil or equivalent oil ----
Clutch:
Friction plate thickness 2.92–3.08 mm (0.115–0.121 in) 2.8 mm (0.110
in)
Quantity 8 ----
Clutch plate thickness 1.5–1.7 mm (0.059–0.067 in) ----
Quantity 7 ----
Warp limit ---- 0.1 mm (0.004
in)
Clutch spring free length 50.0 mm (1.97 in) 49.0 mm (1.93
in)
Quantity 6 ----
Clutch housing thrust clearance 0.10–0.35 mm (0.0039–0.0138 in) ----
Clutch housing radial clearance 0.010–0.044 mm (0.0004–0.0017 in) ----
Clutch release method Inner push, cam push ----
Shifter:
Shifter type Cam drum and guide bar ----
Guide bar bending limit ---- 0.05 mm (0.002
in)
Kickstarter:
Type Kick and ratchet type ----
Carburetor:
Type/manufacturer FCR-MX39/KEIHIN ----
I. D. mark 2S2B B0 ----
Main jet (M.J) #160 ----
Main air jet (M.A.J) ø2.0 ----
Jet needle - clip position (J.N) NFLR-3 ----
Cutaway (C.A) 1.5 ----
Pilot jet (P.J) #45 ----
Pilot air jet (P.A.J) #100 ----
Pilot outlet (P.O) ø0.9 ----
Pilot screw (example) (P.S) 1-1/2 ----
Bypass (B.P) ø1.0 ----
Valve seat size (V.S) ø3.8 ----
Starter jet (G.S) #72 ----
Leak jet (Acc.P) #55 ----
Float height (F.H) 8 mm (0.31 in) ----
Engine idle speed 1,900–2,100 r/min ----
Intake vacuum 28.0–33.3 kPa (210–250 mmHg, 8.27–
9.84 inHg)----
Hot starter lever free play 3–6 mm (0.12–0.24 in) ----Item Standard Limit

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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
CHASSISLubrication system:
Oil filter type Paper type ----
Oil pump type Trochoid type ----
Tip clearance 0.12 mm or less (0.0047 in or less) 0.20 mm (0.008
in)
Side clearance 0.09–0.17 mm (0.0035–0.0067 in) 0.24 mm (0.009
in)
Housing and rotor clearance 0.03–0.10 mm (0.0012–0.0039 in) 0.17 mm (0.007
in)
Bypass valve setting pressure 40–80 kPa (0.4–0.8 kg/cm
2, 5.69–11.38
psi)----
Cooling:
Radiator core size
Width 120.2 mm (4.73 in) ----
Height 240 mm (9.45 in) ----
Thickness 22 mm (0.87 in) ----
Radiator cap opening pressure 110 kPa (1.1 kg/cm
2, 15.6 psi) ----
Radiator capacity (total) 0.56 L (0.49 Imp qt, 0.59 US qt) ----
Water pump
Type Single-suction centrifugal pump ----Item Standard Limit
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 454 mm (17.9 in)←449 mm (17.7
in)
Spring rate, STD K = 4.6 N/mm (0.469 kg/
mm, 26.3 lb/in)←----
Optional spring Yes←----
Oil capacity 541 cm
3 (19.0 lmp oz,
18.3 US oz)531 cm3 (18.7 lmp oz,
18.0 US oz)----
Oil grade Suspension oil "S1"←----
Inner tube outer diameter 48 mm (1.89 in)←----
Front fork top end 5 mm (0.20 in)←----
Rear suspension: USA, CDN EUROPE, AUS, NZ, ZA
Shock absorber travel 131.5 mm (5.18 in)←----
Spring free length Approx.275 mm (10.83
in)←----
Fitting length*
I.D. mark (Pink/1) 266 mm (10.47 in) 263 mm (10.35 in) ----
I.D. mark (Pink/2) 272 mm (10.71 in) 269 mm (10.59 in) ----
I.D. mark (Pink/3) 263.5 mm (10.37 in) 260.5 mm (10.26 in) ----

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TIGHTENING TORQUES
ELECTRICAL
TIGHTENING TORQUES
ENGINE
△- marked portion shall be checked for torque tightening after break-in or before each race.
Brake lever and brake pedal:
Brake lever position 95 mm (3.74 in) ----
Brake pedal height (vertical height above footrest
top)5 mm (0.20 in) ----
Clutch lever free play (lever end) 7–12 mm (0.28–0.47 in) ----
Throttle grip free play 3–5 mm (0.12–0.20 in) ----Item Standard Limit
Item Standard Limit
Ignition system:
Advancer type Electrical ----
CDI:
Magneto-model (stator)/manufacturer 2S210/YAMAHA ----
Charging coil 1 resistance (color) 720–1,080 Ωat 20 °C (68 °F) (Green–
Brown)----
Charging coil 2 resistance (color) 44–66 Ωat 20 °C (68 °F) (Black–Pink) ----
Pickup coil resistance (color) 248–372 Ωat 20 °C (68 °F) (White–Red) ----
CDI unit-model/manufacturer 34P-00/YAMAHA (USA and CDN) ----
34P-10/YAMAHA (Except for USA and
CDN)----
Ignition coil:
Model/manufacturer 5TA-10/DENSO ----
Minimum spark gap 6 mm (0.24 in) ----
Primary coil resistance 0.08–0.10 Ωat 20 °C (68 °F) ----
Secondary coil resistance 4.6–6.8 kΩat 20 °C (68 °F) ----
Part to be tightened Thread size Q'tyTightening torque
Nm m•kg ft•lb
Spark plug M10S × 1.0 1 13 1.3 9.4
Camshaft cap M6 × 1.0 10 10 1.0 7.2
Cylinder head blind plug screw M12 × 1.0 1 28 2.8 20
Cylinder head (stud bolt) M8 × 1.25 1 15 1.5 11
Cylinder head (bolt) M10 × 1.25 4 Refer to TIP.
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Cylinder head (bolt) M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Cylinder head cover M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Cylinder M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Timing chain tensioner M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Timing chain tensioner cap bolt M6 × 1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Timing chain guide (intake side) M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Exhaust pipe (nut) M8 × 1.25 1 20 2.0 14
Exhaust pipe (bolt) M8 × 1.25 1 20 2.0 14
△Silencer M8 × 1.25 2 30 3.0 22
Silencer clamp M8 × 1.25 1 14 1.4 10

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TIGHTENING TORQUES
Exhaust pipe protector M6 × 1.0 3 10 1.0 7.2
Carburetor joint M6 × 1.0 3 10 1.0 7.2
Carburetor joint clamp M4 × 0.7 1 3 0.3 2.2
△Air filter case M6 × 1.0 2 8 0.8 5.8
Air filter joint clamp M6 × 1.0 1 3 0.3 2.2
Air filter joint and air filter case M5 × 0.8 1 4 0.4 2.9
Throttle cable adjust bolt and locknut M6 × 0.75 1 4 0.4 2.9
Throttle cable (pull) M6 × 1.0 1 4 0.4 2.9
Throttle cable (return) M12 × 1.0 1 11 1.1 8.0
Throttle cable cover M5 × 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.9
Hot starter plunger M12 × 1.0 1 2 0.2 1.4
Hot starter cable adjust bolt and locknut M6 × 0.75 1 4 0.4 2.9
Air filter element M6 × 1.0 1 2 0.2 1.4
Radiator stay M6 × 1.0 6 7 0.7 5.1
Radiator M6 × 1.0 4 10 1.0 7.2
Radiator hose clamp M6 × 1.0 8 2 0.2 1.4
Radiator pipe 1, 2 M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Impeller M8 × 1.25 1 14 1.4 10
Water pump housing cover M6 × 1.0 3 10 1.0 7.2
Coolant drain bolt M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Oil pump cover M4 × 0.7 1 2 0.2 1.4
Oil pump M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Oil pump drive gear shaft M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Oil filter element drain bolt M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Oil filter element cover M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Oil pressure check bolt M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
△Oil hose clamp — 2 2 0.2 1.4
Crankshaft end accessing screw M27 × 1.5 1 10 1.0 7.2
Timing mark accessing screw M14 × 1.5 1 6 0.6 4.3
Clutch cover M6 × 1.0 7 10 1.0 7.2
Right crankcase cover M6 × 1.0 8 10 1.0 7.2
Right crankcase cover M6 × 1.0 2 12 1.2 8.7
Left crankcase cover M6 × 1.0 8 10 1.0 7.2
Crankcase M6 × 1.0 12 12 1.2 8.7
Clutch cable holder M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Oil drain bolt (right crankcase) M10 × 1.25 1 20 2.0 14
Oil drain bolt (left crankcase) M8 × 1.25 1 20 2.0 14
Oil check bolt (crankcase) M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Oil strainer M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Crankcase bearing stopper M6 × 1.0 8 10 1.0 7.2
Crankcase bearing stopper (crankshaft) M6 × 1.0 4 14 1.4 10
Drive axle oil seal stopper M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Kick shaft ratchet wheel guide M6 × 1.0 2 12 1.2 8.7
Kickstarter crank M8 × 1.25 1 33 3.3 24Part to be tightened Thread size Q'tyTightening torque
Nm m•kg ft•lb