2013 YAMAHA WR 450F AUX

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Checking the steering ................... 6-30
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-30
Battery .......................................... 6-30
Replacing the fuse ........................ 6-32
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-32
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-34
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ........................................... 6-34
Replacing the license plate light bulb .................................... 6-35
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb ........................................... 6-35
Supporting the motor cycle ............ 6-36
Front wheel ................................... 6-37
Rear wheel ................................... 6-38
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-40
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-41
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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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EAU10451
Main switch The main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. The various main
switch positions are described below.
EAU52430
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight, li-
cense plate light and auxiliary light
come on, and the engine can be start-
ed. TIPThe headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays on
until the main switch is pushed to“OFF”, even if the engine stalls.
EAU52471
OFF
All electrical systems are off.
WARNING
EWA16130
Never push the main switch to
“OFF” while the vehicle is moving,
otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result inloss of control or an accident.NOTICE
ECA17830
Make sure that the main switch is in
“OFF” with the engine turned off,
otherwise the battery may discharge
to the point that the starter motorwill not operate properly.
EAU49392
Indicator lights and warning
lights
EAU11020
Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left or
right.
EAU11060
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
4. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
5. Fuel level warning light “ ”
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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EAU24313
Replacing the license plate
light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the license plate light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by
pulling it out. 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit by installing the screws.
EAU45224
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re-
place it as follows.1. Remove the headlight unit. (See page 6-32.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by
pulling it out.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull- ing it out.
1. Screw
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1. License plate light unit
2. License plate light bulb socket
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1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the headlight unit.
EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel 1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
a jack either under each side of the frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
1. Auxiliary light bulb
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Tail/brake light: LED
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W  2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W  2
Auxiliary light: 12 V, 5.0 W  1
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W  1
Meter lighting: EL (Electroluminescent)
Neutral indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W  1
High beam indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W  1
Turn signal indicator light: 12 V, 1.7 W  1
Fuel level warning light: LED
Engine trouble warning light:
12 V, 1.7 W  1Fuse:Main fuse:
15.0 A
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INDEXAAir filter element and check hose, cleaning .................................................6-14
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-35BBattery......................................................6-30
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ..............................................6-27
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-23
Brake lever .................................................3-8
Brake lever free play, checking ................6-21
Brake light switches .................................6-22
Brake pedal ................................................3-9
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating .....6-28CCables, checking and lubricating .............6-27
Care ...........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter ...................................3-11
Clutch lever ................................................3-8
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ...............6-20
Coolant.....................................................6-12DDimmer switch ...........................................3-7
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .......6-26
Drive chain slack ......................................6-25EEngine break-in ..........................................5-4
Engine idling speed..................................6-17
Engine oil and oil filter element ..................6-8
Engine, starting a warm .............................5-3
Engine stop switch .....................................3-7
Engine trouble warning light.......................3-2
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ....... 6-23
Front fork, adjusting ................................. 3-14
Front fork, bleeding.................................. 3-15
Front fork, checking ................................. 6-29
Fuel.......................................................... 3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........... 5-4
Fuel level warning light .............................. 3-2
Fuel tank breather hose........................... 3-11
Fuel tank cap ............................................. 3-9
Fuse, replacing ........................................ 6-32HHandlebar switches ................................... 3-7
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-32
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-2
Horn switch ................................................ 3-7IIdentification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-19
Indicator lights and warning lights ............. 3-1KKickstarter................................................ 3-12LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........... 6-35MMain switch ................................................ 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ....... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system...... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-1
Multi-function display ................................. 3-2NNeutral indicator light ................................. 3-1
PPanel, removing and installing .................. 6-7
Parking ...................................................... 5-5
Part locations ............................................ 2-1SSafety information ..................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-13
Shifting ...................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal ................................................. 3-8
Shift pedal, checking ............................... 6-22
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ...... 3-16
Sidestand ................................................ 3-18
Sidestand, checking an d lubricating........ 6-28
Spark plug, checking ................................. 6-7
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Starter knob............................................. 3-12
Starting a cold engine ............................... 5-1
Start switch................................................ 3-7
Steering, checking................................... 6-30
Steering lock ........................................... 3-13
Storage...................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ...................... 6-36
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................... 6-29TTail/brake light ......................................... 6-34
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ............................................. 6-27
Throttle grip free play, checking .............. 6-17
Tires ........................................................ 6-18
Tool kit....................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting ...................................... 6-40
Troubleshooting charts............................ 6-41
Turn signal indicator light .......................... 3-1
Turn signal light bulb, replacing .............. 6-34
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