2016 YAMAHA YZ450F engine

CHAIN DRIVE
4-65
EASB111188
CHAIN DRIVE
Removing the drive chain
Job Order Part name Q’ty Servicing Information
Drive sprocket Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL” on page 5-1.
1 Drive chain 1
For installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure.
1
T.R.75 Nm (7.5 mlbf) kgf, 54 ft
T.R.7 Nm (0.7 mlbf) kgf, 5.1 ft

CHAIN DRIVE
4-67
4. Check:
• Drive chain rollers “1”
Damage/wear  Replace the drive chain.
• Drive chain side plates “2”
Damage/wear  Replace the drive chain.
5. Lubricate:
•Drive chain
EASB111191CHECKING THE DRIVE SPROCKET
1. Check:
• Drive sprocket
More than 1/4 tooth wear “a”  Replace the
drive sprocket and the rear wheel sprocket
as a set.
Bent tooth  Replace the drive sprocket
and the rear wheel sprocket as a set.
EASB111192CHECKING THE REAR WHEEL SPROCKET
Refer to “CHECKING AND REPLACING THE
REAR WHEEL SPROCKET” on page 4-8.
EASB111193
INSTALLING THE DRIVE CHAIN
1. Install:
• Drive chain “1”
• Drive chain joint “2”
• Joint clip “3”
EWA
WARNING
When installing the joint clip, always keep
the direction as shown in the figure.
2. Lubricate:
•Drive chain
3. Install:
• Drive sprocket
• Lock washer
• Drive sprocket nut
Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL” on page 5-1.
ECA1DX1014
NOTICE
Never install a new drive chain onto worn
drive sprockets; this will dramatically short-
en the drive chain’s life.
4. Adjust:
• Drive chain slack
Refer to “ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN
SLACK” on page 3-28.
ECA13550
NOTICE
A drive chain that is too tight will overload
the engine and other vital parts, and one
that is too loose can skip and damage the
swingarm or cause an accident. Therefore,
keep the drive chain slack within the speci-
fied limits.
b. Correct
1. Drive chain roller
2. Drive sprocket
Drive sprocket nut
75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf, 54 ft·lbf)
Drive chain slack
50–60 mm (1.97–2.36 in)
New
New
T R..

5
ENGINE
ENGINE REMOVAL......................................................................................... 5-1
REMOVING THE SILENCER ..................................................................... 5-6
REMOVING THE EXHAUST PIPE 2.......................................................... 5-6
REMOVING THE DRIVE SPROCKET ....................................................... 5-6
REMOVING THE ENGINE ......................................................................... 5-7
CHECKING THE SILENCER AND EXHAUST PIPE.................................. 5-7
CHANGING THE SILENCER FIBER ......................................................... 5-7
INSTALLING THE ENGINE........................................................................ 5-8
INSTALLING THE BRAKE PEDAL ............................................................ 5-9
INSTALLING THE DRIVE SPROCKET...................................................... 5-9
INSTALLING THE EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER............................... 5-10
CAMSHAFT.................................................................................................... 5-12
REMOVING THE CAMSHAFT ................................................................. 5-14
CHECKING THE CAMSHAFT.................................................................. 5-15
CHECKING THE TIMING CHAIN AND CAMSHAFT SPROCKET .......... 5-16
CHECKING THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONERS .................................... 5-16
CHECKING THE DECOMPRESSION SYSTEM...................................... 5-17
INSTALLING THE CAMSHAFTS ............................................................. 5-17
CYLINDER HEAD........................................................................................... 5-20
REMOVING THE CYLINDER HEAD........................................................ 5-22
CHECKING THE TIMING CHAIN GUIDE (INTAKE SIDE) ...................... 5-22
CHECKING THE CYLINDER HEAD ........................................................ 5-22
INSTALLING THE CYLINDER HEAD ...................................................... 5-23
VALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS................................................................... 5-25
REMOVING THE VALVES ....................................................................... 5-26
CHECKING THE VALVES AND VALVE GUIDES ................................... 5-27
CHECKING THE VALVE SEATS ............................................................. 5-28
CHECKING THE VALVE SPRINGS......................................................... 5-30
CHECKING THE VALVE LIFTERS .......................................................... 5-31
INSTALLING THE VALVES ..................................................................... 5-31
CYLINDER AND PISTON............................................................................... 5-33
REMOVING THE PISTON ....................................................................... 5-34
CHECKING THE CYLINDER AND PISTON ............................................ 5-34
CHECKING THE PISTON RINGS............................................................ 5-35
CHECKING THE PISTON PIN ................................................................. 5-36
INSTALLING THE PISTON AND CYLINDER .......................................... 5-36

ENGINE REMOVAL
5-1
EASB111194
TIP
This section is intended for those who have basic knowledge and skill concerning the servicing of
Yamaha motorcycles (e.g., Yamaha dealers, service engineers, etc.). Those who have little knowl-
edge and skill concerning servicing are requested not to undertake inspection, adjustment, disas-
sembly, or reassembly only by reference to this manual. It may lead to servicing trouble and
mechanical damage.
EASB111195
ENGINE REMOVAL
Removing the exhaust pipe
Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
Refer to “INSTALLING THE EXHAUST
PIPE AND MUFFLER” on page 5-10.
Side cover (right) Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Rear shock absorber assembly lower boltRefer to “REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AS-
SEMBLY” on page 4-55.
Connecting arm bolt (frame side)Refer to “REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AS-
SEMBLY” on page 4-55.
1 Silencer clamp 1 Loosen.
2 Silencer 1
3 Exhaust pipe 2 clamp 1 Loosen.
4 Exhaust pipe 2 1
10
5
9
2 6
1
66
3
84 7 (8)
(6)
30 Nm (3.0 m kgf, 22 ft Ibf)T
.R.
30 Nm (3.0 m kgf, 22 ft Ibf)T
.R.
8 Nm (0.8 m kgf, 5.8 ft Ibf)T
.R.
10 Nm (1.0 m kgf, 7.2 ft Ibf)T.R.
New
New
10 Nm (1.0 m kgf, 7.2 ft Ibf)T.R.
12 Nm (1.2 m kgf, 8.7 ft Ibf)T.R.12 Nm (1.2 m kgf, 8.7 ft Ibf)T.R.
20 Nm (2.0 m kgf, 14 ft Ibf)T
.R.
New
7 Nm (0.7 m kgf, 5.1 ft lbf)
10 Nm (1.0 m kgf, 7.2 ft lbf)T
.R.
LT
LT
LT
*
*

ENGINE REMOVAL
5-2
5 Exhaust pipe 1 1
6 Gaskets 3
7 Exhaust pipe 1 protector 1
8 Exhaust pipe 2 protector 1
9 Silencer body 1
10 Silencer cap 1
For installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure.
Removing the exhaust pipe
Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
10
5
9
2 6
1
66
3
84 7 (8)
(6)
30 Nm (3.0 m kgf, 22 ft Ibf)T
.R.
30 Nm (3.0 m kgf, 22 ft Ibf)T
.R.
8 Nm (0.8 m kgf, 5.8 ft Ibf)T
.R.
10 Nm (1.0 m kgf, 7.2 ft Ibf)T.R.
New
New
10 Nm (1.0 m kgf, 7.2 ft Ibf)T.R.
12 Nm (1.2 m kgf, 8.7 ft Ibf)T.R.12 Nm (1.2 m kgf, 8.7 ft Ibf)T.R.
20 Nm (2.0 m kgf, 14 ft Ibf)T
.R.
New
7 Nm (0.7 m kgf, 5.1 ft lbf)
10 Nm (1.0 m kgf, 7.2 ft lbf)T
.R.
LT
LT
LT
*

ENGINE REMOVAL
5-3
Removing the electronic parts
Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
Use a suitable stand to raise the front wheel
off the ground.
Seat Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Side cover (left/right) Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Air scoop (left / right) Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Fuel tank Refer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
Air filter case cover
1 Rectifier/regulator 1
2ECU 1
3 Ignition coil 1
4 Condenser 1
5 Neutral switch 1
6 AC magneto coupler 1 Disconnect.
7 Crankshaft position sensor coupler 1 Disconnect.
8 Coolant temperature sensor coupler 1 Disconnect.
For installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure.
T.R.
T.R.
T.R.T.R.
8 3
7
6
154
2
LT

ENGINE REMOVAL
5-4
Removing the engine
Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
Use a suitable stand to raise the front wheel
off the ground.
Seat Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Side cover (left/right) Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Air scoop (left / right) Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Rear fender Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Fuel tank Refer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
Exhaust pipe and silencer Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL” on page 5-1.
Air filter case Refer to “THROTTLE BODY” on page 7-5.
Throttle body Refer to “THROTTLE BODY” on page 7-5.
Clutch cable Refer to “CLUTCH” on page 5-38.
Shift pedal Refer to “SHIFT SHAFT” on page 5-50.
1 Engine guard 1
2 Brake pedal 1
3Spring 1
4 Cylinder head breather hose 1

ENGINE REMOVAL
5-5
5 Drive sprocket cover 1
6 Drive chain guide 1
7 Drive sprocket 1
8 Upper engine bracket 2
9 Patch 2
10 Lower engine bracket 2
11 Pivot shaft 1
12 Engine 1
For installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure.
Removing the engine
Order Part name Q’ty Remarks