2017 YAMAHA YFZ450R Owners Manual

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Cable length “A” should measure 47–51 mm
(1.85–2.01 in). Adjust the parking brake free play
as follows.
1. Release the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the right.
2. F

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8NOTICE:
 When tightening the locknut,
hold the adjusting bolt with a wrench so
that it does not turn together with the lock-
nut.
 [ECB00522]
WARNING
EWB02091Operating with improperly serviced o

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The clutch lever free play should measure 8.0–
13.0 mm (0.31–0.51 in) as shown. If the free play is
incorrect, adjust it as follows.
1. To increase the clutch lever free play, turn the clut

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EBU26865Drive chain slackThe drive chain slack should be checked before
each ride and adjusted if necessary.
To check the drive chain slack1. Place the ATV on a level surface.TIPWhen checking a

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TIPA rod can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make
this adjustment. 4. Shift the transmission into neutral.
5. To tighten the drive chain, push the ATVbackward. To loosen the drive chain, push

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EBU24883Lubricating the drive chainThe drive chain must be cleaned and lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
ou

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essary. If a cable is damaged or does not move
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace
it.
WARNING
EWB02582
Inspect cables frequently and replace if
damaged. Corrosion can result whe

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8Clutch lever
EBUM0171Checking the shift pedalThe operation of the shift pedal should be
checked before each ride. If operation is not
smooth, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.EBU28872Check