2014 YAMAHA WR 450F stop start

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-5
2
3
456
7
8
9
5. Start the engine and check the op-
eration of the motorcycle through-
out its entire operating range.
Restart the motorcycle and ride it
for about 10 to 15 more minutes.
The motorcycle will now be ready
to ride normally.
After the engine break-in period, thor-
oughly check the motorcycle for loose
parts, oil leakage and any other prob-
lems. Be sure to inspect and make ad-
justments thoroughly, especially cable
and drive chain slack and loose
spokes. In addition, check all fittings
and fasteners for looseness, and tight-
en if necessary.
NOTICE
ECA15560

When any of the following parts
have been replaced, they must
be broken in.
Cylinder or crankshaft:
About one hour of break-in op-
eration is necessary.
Piston, rings or transmission
gears:
These parts require about 30
minutes of break-in operation at
half-throttle or less. Observe the condition of the engine carefully
during operation.

If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-cle.
EAU52410
Parking When parking, stop the engine by
pushing the main switch to “OFF”.
WARNING
EWA10311

Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them and be burned.

Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasing the
risk of a fuel leak and fire.

Do not park near grass or other
flammable materials whichmight catch fire.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-42
2
3
4
567
8
9
Engine overheating
WARNING
EWAT1040

Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.

Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the de-
tent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the capwhile turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily
used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolantas soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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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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