2016 YAMAHA WR 450F brake fluid

EAS2GC1007
SYMBOLS
The following symbols are used in this manual for easier understanding.
TIP
The following symbols are not relevant to every vehicle.
SYMBOL DEFINITION SYMBOL DEFINITION
Serviceable with engine mounted Gear oil
Filling fluid Molybdenum disulfide oil
Lubricant Brake fluid
Special tool Wheel bearing grease
Tightening torque Lithium-soap-based grease
Wear limit, clearance Molybdenum disulfide grease
Engine speed Silicone grease
Electrical data Locking agent (LOCTITE®)
Engine oil Replace the part with a new one.
G
M
BF
B
T R..
LS
M
S
LT
E
New

MAINTENANCE AFTER BREAK-IN
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MAINTENANCE AFTER BREAK-IN
After a break-in, perform careful maintenance
to get ready for the next practice or race.
Refer to “PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION
AND MAINTENANCE” on page 3-9.
EAS2GC1056MAJOR MAINTENANCE
1. For the engine• Leaks around the engineCheck for pressure l eaks from the cylinder
head or the cylinder, oil leaks from the
crankcase or the case cover, leaks from the
coolant system, and other leaks.
• Check that the valve, the cylinder head, the cylinder, the piston, and the piston ring fit
one another, and that contact between the
valve and the cylinder head, and that be-
tween the cylinder and the piston are cor-
rect.
• Engine oil change Drain the oil, and check for dirt and foreign
materials such as metal chips. (If any foreign
material is mixed, disassemble and check
the crankcase.)
Pour the specified amount of the recom-
mended oil.
• AC magneto
Check for looseness in mounted areas of
the rotor and the stator.
Check that the connector is not being dis-
connected.
• Silencer Check the main body and stay for cracks.
Check for leaks.
• Mounting bolts and nuts Check for looseness in mounted areas of
parts, as well as engine mounting bolts and
engine brackets.
2. For the chassis
• Check welds and mounted areas of the frame, the swingarm, the link, the bracket,
and so on, for looseness and cracks.
• Wheel (s) Check the wheel for runout. Check the
spoke for looseness.
• Brake(s) Check the brake disc mounting bolt for
looseness.
Check that the reservoir contains the speci-
fied amount of brake fluid. Check for leaks. • Cable
Grease and adjust cables.
•Drive chain
Lubricate the drive chain and adjust its ten-
sion.
• Fuel tank
Clean the inside of the fuel tank. Check for
leaks.
• Suspension
Check for oil leaks in the front fork or the rear
shock absorber. Check that the mounted
conditions are good.
• Sprocket Check for looseness in the sprocket mount-
ed on the rear wheel.
• Mounting bolts and nuts
Check mounted areas for looseness.
ECA
NOTICE
After a break-in or before each race, always
check the points shown in “TORQUE-
CHECK POINTS” for tightening torques and
retighten them. (Refer to “TORQUE-CHECK
POINTS” on page 1-32.)
• Greasing and oilingAlways grease or oil the specified points.

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STOR-
AGE
EAS2GC1059CARE
While the open design of a motorcycle reveals
the attractiveness of the technology, it also
makes it more vulnerable. Rust and corrosion
can develop even if high-quality components
are used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go unno-
ticed on a car, however, it detracts from the
overall appearance of a motorcycle. Frequent
and proper care does not only comply with the
terms of the warranty, but it will also keep your
motorcycle looking good, extend its life and op-
timize its performance.
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag af-ter the engine has cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and covers as well as all electrical coup lers and connectors, in-
cluding the spark plug cap, are tightly in-
stalled.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt, like oil
burnt onto the crankcase, with a degreasing
agent and a brush, but never apply such
products onto seals, gaskets, sprockets, the
drive chain and wheel axles. Always rinse
the dirt and degreaser off with water.
Cleaning
ECA
NOTICE
• Avoid using strong acidic wheel cleaners, especially on spoked wheels. If such prod-
ucts are used on hard-to-remove dirt, do
not leave the cleaner on the affected area
any longer than instructed. Also, thor-
oughly rinse the area off with water, imme-
diately dry it, and then apply a corrosion
protection spray.
• Improper cleaning can damage plastic parts (such as cowlings, panels, wind-
shields, headlight lenses, meter lenses,
etc.) and the mufflers. Use only a soft,
clean cloth or sponge with water to clean
plastic. However, if the plastic parts can-
not be thoroughly cleaned with water, di-
luted mild detergent with water may be
used. Be sure to rinse off 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 con-
tact with strong or abrasive cleaning prod-
ucts, solvent or thinner, fuel (gasoline),
rust removers or inhibitors, brake fluid,
antifreeze or electrolyte.
• Do not use high-pressure washers or steam-jet cleaners since they cause water
seepage and deterioration in the following
areas: seals (of wheel and swingarm bear-
ings, fork and brakes), electric compo-
nents (couplers, connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather hoses and
vents.
• For motorcycles equipped with a wind-
shield: Do not use strong cleaners or hard
sponges as they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning compounds for
plastic may leave scratches on the wind-
shield. Test the product on a small hidden
part of the windshield to make sure that it
does not leave any marks. If the wind-
shield 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 thor-
oughly 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 min-
utes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads
Since 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.
TIP
Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may remain
well into spring.
1. Clean the motorcycle with cold water 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.

CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS
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CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS
ChassisFrame type Semi double cradle
Caster angle 26.2 °
Trail 114 mm (4.5 in)
Front wheelWheel type Spoke wheel
Rim size 1.6  21
Rim material Aluminum
Wheel travel 310 mm (12.2 in)
Radial wheel runout limit 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Lateral wheel runout limit 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Wheel axle bending limit 0.50 mm (0.02 in)
Rear wheel
Wheel type Spoke wheel
Rim size 2.15  18
Rim material Aluminum
Wheel travel 318 mm (12.5 in)
Radial wheel runout limit 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Lateral wheel runout limit 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Wheel axle bending limit 0.50 mm (0.02 in)
Front tire
Type With tube
Size 80/100-21 51M (USA) (CAN) 90/90-21 54M M+S (EUR) (AUS) (NZL) (ZAF)
Manufacturer/model DUNLOP/MX51FA (USA) (CAN) PIRELLI/SIX DAYS EXTREME (EUR) (AUS)
(NZL) (ZAF)
Rear tireType With tube
Size 120/90-18 65M (USA) (CAN) 130/90-18 69M M+S (EUR) (AUS) (NZL)(ZAF)
Manufacturer/model DUNLOP/MX51F (USA) (CAN) PIRELLI/SIX DAYS EXTREME (EUR) (AUS)
(NZL) (ZAF)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires)Front 100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm2, 15 psi)
Rear 100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm2, 15 psi)
Front brake Type Hydraulic single disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Front disc brake Disc outside diameter  thickness 270.0  3.0 mm (10.63  0.12 in)
Brake disc thickness limit 2.5 mm (0.10 in)
Brake pad lining thickness 4.4 mm (0.17 in)
Limit 1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Master cylinder inside diameter 9.52 mm (0.37 in)
Caliper cylinder inside diameter 22.65 mm, 22.65 mm (0.89 in, 0.89 in)
Specified brake fluid DOT 4

CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS
2-8
Rear brakeType Hydraulic single disc brake
Operation Right foot operation
Brake pedal position 5.0 mm (0.20 in)
Rear disc brake
Disc outside diameter  thickness 245.0  4.0 mm (9.65  0.16 in)
Brake disc thickness limit 3.5 mm (0.14 in)
Brake disc runout limit (as measured on wheel) 0.15 mm (0.0059 in)
Brake pad lining thickness 6.4 mm (0.25 in)
Limit 1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Master cylinder inside diameter 11.0 mm (0.43 in)
Caliper cylinder inside diameter 25.40 mm (1.00 in)
Specified brake fluid DOT 4
Steering Steering bearing type Taper roller bearing
Center to lock angle (left) 43.0 °
Center to lock angle (right) 43.0 °
Front suspension
Type Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type Coil spring/Hydraulic damper
Front fork travel 310.0 mm (12.20 in)
Fork spring free length 470.0 mm (18.50 in)
Limit 465.0 mm (18.31 in)
Fork spring installed length 470.0 mm (18.50 in)
Spring rate K1 4.50 N/mm (0.46 kgf/mm, 25.71 lbf/in)
Spring stroke K1 0.0–310.0 mm (0.00–12.20 in)
Inner tube outer diameter 48 mm (1.9 in)
Inner tube bending limit 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Optional spring available Yes
Recommended oil Yamaha Suspension Oil S1
Quantity 545.0 cm
3 (18.43 US oz, 19.18 Imp.oz)
Rebound damping adjusting positions
Minimum 20 clicks out*
Standard 11 clicks out*
Maximum Fully turned in * With the adjuster fully turned in
Compression damping adjusting positions Minimum 20 clicks out*
Standard 13 clicks out*
Maximum Fully turned in
* With the adjuster fully turned in

3
PERIODIC CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE............................................................................. 3-1
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................ 3-1
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART FOR THE EMISSION
CONTROL SYSTEM ....................... .......................................................... 3-1
GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION CHART ........................ 3-2
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS FOR COMPETITION USE ......................... 3-4
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ................................. 3-9
GENERAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE........................................ 3-9
ENGINE .......................................................................................................... 3-10
CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL ........................................................ 3-10
CHECKING THE COOLING SYSTEM ..................................................... 3-10
CHANGING THE COOLANT.................................................................... 3-10
CHECKING THE RADIATOR CAP .......................................................... 3-11
CHECKING THE RADIATOR CAP VALVE OPENING PRESSURE ....... 3-11
CHECKING THE COOLANT CIRCULATORY SYSTEM FOR LEAKS .... 3-12
ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH LEVER FREE PLAY .................................... 3-12
ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE GRIP FREE PLAY .................................. 3-13
LUBRICATING THE THROTTLE CABLE ................................................ 3-14
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT................................................. 3-14
CHECKING THE THROTTLE BODY JOINT ............................................ 3-15
CHECKING THE BREATHER HOSES .................................................... 3-15
CHECKING THE EXHAUST SYSTEM............................. ........................ 3-15
CHECKING THE FUEL LINE ................................................................... 3-16
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL............................. ........................ 3-16
CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL ................................................................ 3-17
ADJUSTING THE ENGINE IDLING SPEED ......... ................................... 3-19
ADJUSTING THE VALVE CLEARANCE ................................................. 3-20
CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTER ..................................................... 3-24
CHASSIS ........................................................................................................ 3-25
BLEEDING THE BRAKE SYST EM .......................................................... 3-25
CHECKING THE BRAKE HOSE .............................................................. 3-26
ADJUSTING THE FRONT BRAKE .......................................................... 3-26
ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE ............................................................. 3-27
CHECKING THE FRONT BR AKE PADS ................................................. 3-27
CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE PADS ........................... ........................ 3-29
CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE PAD INSULATOR ................................ 3-30
CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL.................................................. 3-30
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK ................................................ 3-31
CHECKING THE FRONT FORK LEGS ................................................... 3-31
CHECKING THE FRONT FORK PROTECTOR GUIDE .......................... 3-32
CLEANING THE FRONT FORK OI L SEAL AND DUST SEAL ................ 3-32
AIR BLEEDING FROM FRONT FORK .................................................... 3-32
ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK LEGS .................................................. 3-33
CHECKING THE SWINGARM OPERATION ........................................... 3-34
CHECKING THE REAR SUSPENSION ................................................... 3-34

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
3-2
EAS2GC1077GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION CHARTNO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBS INITIAL
ODOMETER READ-
INGS
600 mi (1000
km) or 1 month 1800 mi
(3000
km) or 3 months 3000 mi
(5000
km) or 6 months
1Clutch • Check operation.
• Adjust or replace cable. 
2*Cooling sys-
tem • Check hoses for cracks of damage.
• Replace if necessary.

• Replace with ethylene glycol anti- freeze coolant every 1 year. Every 1 year
3*Spark arrest-
er • Clean.

4*Front brake • Check operation, fluid level, and for flu-
id leakage.
• Replace brake pads if necessary. 
• Replace brake fluid every 1 year. Every 1 year
5* Rear brake • Check operation, fluid level, and for flu-
id leakage.
• Replace brake pads if necessary. 
• Replace brake fluid every 1 year. Every 1 year
6* Brake hoses • Check for cracks or damage.

• Replace. Every 4 years
7*Wheels • Check runout, spoke tightness and for
damage.
• Tighten spokes if necessary. 
8*
Tires • Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. 
9*
Wheel bear-
ings • Check bearings for smooth operation.
• Replace if necessary.

10*Swingarm
pivot bear-
ings • Check bearing assemblies for loose-
ness.
• Moderately repack with lithium-soap- based grease. 
11Drive chain• Check chain slack/alignment and con-
dition.
• Adjust and lubricate chain with a spe- cial O-ring chain lubricant thoroughly. Every ride
12*
Steering
bearings • Check bearing assemblies for loose-
ness.
• Moderately repack with lithium-soap- based grease every 1200 mi (2000
km) or 12 months (whichever comes
first). 

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
3-3
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• The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
• Hydraulic brake service• After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always change the fluid. Regularly check the brake fluid levels and f ill the reservoirs as required.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and
change the brake fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
13
Brake and
clutch lever
pivot shafts • Apply lithium-soap-based grease (all-
purpose grease) lightly. 
14Brake pedal
pivot shafts• Apply lithium-soap-based grease (all-
purpose grease) lightly. 
15Sidestand
pivot• Check operation.
• Apply lithium-soap-based grease (all-
purpose grease) lightly. 
16*
Front fork • Check operation and for oil leakage.
• Replace if necessary. 
17*Shock ab-
sorber as-
sembly • Check operation and for oil leakage.
• Replace if necessary.

18*Rear sus-
pension link
pivots • Apply molybdenum disulfide grease
lightly. 
19*Control ca-
bles • Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or
engine oil 10W-30 thoroughly. 
20*Throttle grip
housing and
cable • Check operation and free play.
• Adjust the throttle cable free play if
necessary.
• Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable. 
21*
Chassis fas-
teners • Check all chassis fitting and fasteners.
• Correct if necessary.

22Battery• Check terminal for looseness and cor-
rosion. 
NO. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBS
INITIAL
ODOMETER READ-
INGS
600 mi (1000
km) or 1 month 1800 mi
(3000
km) or 3 months 3000 mi
(5000
km) or 6 months