2012 YAMAHA WR 450F brake light

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION .................. 1-1
DESCRIPTION .................................. 2-1
Left view .......................................... 2-1
Right view ........................................ 2-2
Controls and instrument s................. 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ....................................... 3-1
Main switch ..................................... 3-1
Indicator lights and warning
lights ............................................ 3-1
Multi-function display ...................... 3-2
Handlebar switches ........................ 3-7
Clutch lever ..................................... 3-8
Shift pedal ...... ............................. .... 3-8
Brake lever ..................................... 3-8
Brake pedal .................................... 3-9
Fuel tank cap .................................. 3-9
Fuel ............................................... 3-10
Fuel tank breather hose ................ 3-11
Catalytic converter ........................ 3-11
Starter knob .................................. 3-12
Kickstarter ...... ............................. .. 3-12
Steering lock ................................. 3-13
Seat .............................................. 3-13
Adjusting the front fork .................. 3-14
Front fork bleeding ........................ 3-15
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ................................... 3-16
Sidestand ...................................... 3-18 Ignition circuit cut-o
ff system ........ 3-19
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................. 5-1
Starting a cold engine .................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine .................. 5-2
Shifting ........................................... 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-4
Parking ........................................... 5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing the
panel ........................................... 6-7
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ...... 6-8
Coolant ......................................... 6-12
Cleaning the air filter element
and check hose ......................... 6-14
Adjusting the engine idling speed ........................................ 6-17 Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-17
Valve clearance ............................ 6-18
Tires .............................................. 6-18
Spoke wheels ............................... 6-20
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 6-20
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-21
Checking the shift pedal ............... 6-22
Brake light switches ...................... 6-22
Checking the front and rear brake pads ................................. 6-22
Checking the brake fluid level ....... 6-23
Changing the brake fluid ............... 6-24
Drive chain slack ........................... 6-24
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-26
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ................ 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal ................................ 6-28
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ................................... 6-28
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ... 6-28
Checking the front fork .................. 6-29
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-30
Battery .......................................... 6-30
Replacing the fuse ........................ 6-31
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-32
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-33
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ........................................... 6-34
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-34
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ... 6-35
Supporting the motor cycle ............ 6-35
Front wheel ................................... 6-36
Rear wheel ................................... 6-37
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-39
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-40
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE .......................................... 7-1
Matte color caution ......................... 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ........................................... 7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ............. 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view
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1. Shock absorber assembly comp ression damping force adjusting
screw (for slow compression damping) (page 3-16)
2. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting nut (for fast compression damping) (page 3-16)
3. Kickstarter (page 3-12)
4. Radiator cap (page 6-12)
5. Steering lock (page 3-13)
6. Coolant drain bolt (page 6-13) 7. Brake pedal (page 3-9)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (crankcase) (page 6-8)
9. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-23)
10.Shock absorber assembly reboun
d damping force adjusting screw
(page 3-16)
11.Rear brake light switch (page 6-22)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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TIP
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
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Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake
fluid. Replace the brake hoses every tw o years and if cracked or damaged.
24 *Front and rear
brake switches Check operation.
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25 * Moving parts and
cables Lubricate.
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26 * Throttle grip Check operation.
Check throttle grip free play, and adjust if necessary.
Lubricate cable and grip housing. 
27 * Lights, signals and
switches Check operation.
Adjust headlight beam.
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NO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBS
INITIAL
ODOMETER
READINGS
ANNUAL CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) or
1 month 3000 km
(1800 mi) or 3
months 5000 km
(3000 mi) or 6
months
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Checking the shift pedal The operation of the shift pedal should
be checked before each ride. If opera-
tion is not smooth, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
EAU22273
Brake light switches The brake light, which is activated by
the brake pedal and brake lever, should
come on just before braking takes ef-
fect. If necessary, adjust the rear brake
light switch as follows, but the front
brake light switch should be adjusted
by a Yamaha dealer.
Turn the rear brake light switch adjust-
ing nut while holding the rear brake light
switch in place. To make the brake light
come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut
in direction (a). To make the brake light
come on later, turn the adjusting nut in
direction (b).
EAU22392
Checking the front and rear
brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be
checked for wear at the intervals spec-
ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
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Front brake pads
Each front brake pad is provided with
wear indicator grooves, which allow
you to check the brake pad wear with-
out having to disassemble the brake.
To check the brake pad wear, check
the wear indicator grooves. If a brake
pad has worn to the point that the wear
indicator grooves have almost disap-
1. Rear brake light switch
2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut
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(a) (b)
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove1 1
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9and then remove the headlight
bulb cover.
3. Remove the headlight bulb holder by turning it counterclockwise, and
then remove the burnt-out bulb. 4. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.
5. Install the bulb cover, and then connect the coupler.
6. Install the headlight cowling (to- gether with the headlight unit) by
placing it in the original position,
and then installing the bolts.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
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Tail/brake light This model is equipped with an
LED-type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
1. Headlight coupler
2. Headlight bulb cover
1. Headlight bulb holder
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2
1
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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9off any detergent residue using
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.

Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.

Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.

For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield. Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing compound after
washing.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive in
combination with water, carry out the
following steps after each ride in the
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed
roads.TIPSalt sprayed on roads in the winter may
remain well into spring. 1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa- ter and a mild detergent, after the
engine has cooled down.
NOTICE: Do not use warm water
since it increases the corrosive
action of the salt.
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2. Apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal, including chrome- and
nickel-plated, surfaces to prevent
corrosion.
After cleaning 1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stain-
less-steel parts, including the ex-
haust system. (Even the thermally
induced discoloring of stain-
less-steel exhaust systems can be
removed through polishing.)
4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
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including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA11131
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.

If necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac-
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher
speeds, test the motorcycle’s
braking performance and cor-nering behavior.
NOTICE
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Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off any excess.
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Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.

Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wearaway the paint.
TIP
Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.

Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from thelens.
EAU43202
Storage Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the motor-
cycle.NOTICE
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Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.

To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
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