2017 YAMAHA YFZ450R fuel cap

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS .............................. 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ................................ 2-1
DESCRIPTION................................................ 3-1Left view ...................................................... 3-1
Right view.................................................... 3-2
Controls and instruments............................ 3-2
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ................................................... 4-1 Main switch ................................................. 4-1
Indicator light and warning lights ................ 4-2
Handlebar switches .................................... 4-3
Throttle lever ............................................... 4-4
Speed limiter ............................................... 4-5
Clutch lever ................................................. 4-5
Brake lever .................................................. 4-6
Brake pedal ................................................. 4-6
Parking brake lever ..................................... 4-7
Shift pedal ................................................... 4-8
Fuel tank cap............................................... 4-8
Fuel ............................................................. 4-9 Seat .......................................................... 4-10
Adjusting the front shock absorber
assemblies .............................................. 4-11
Adjusting the rear shock absorber assembly ................................................ 4-16
Handlebar position ................................... 4-24
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .......................... 5-1 Fuel ............................................................. 5-4
Engine oil .................................................... 5-4
Coolant ....................................................... 5-4
Front and rear brakes ................................. 5-4
Throttle lever ............................................... 5-5
Drive chain .................................................. 5-5
Tires ............................................................ 5-5
Chassis fasteners ....................................... 5-7
Instruments, lights and switches ................ 5-8
OPERATION .................................................. 6-1 Starting the engine ..................................... 6-1
Shifting........................................................ 6-2
Engine break-in........................................... 6-4
Parking........................................................ 6-4
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4. Once immediate safety hazards are con-
firmed not to exist, you may remove your hel-
met to more closely inspect your vehicle.
Check for external signs of wear, broken
parts, fluid leaks, cracks in the frame, sus-
pension damage, wheel damage, and so on.
Fuel, oil, and coolant usually give off a notice-
able odor.
5. If your vehicle will not restart or if it is unsafe to ride, then turn off all vehicle systems (en-
gine stop switch, main switch, and fuel cock),
and then signal or go for help.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and Modifica-
tions
While you may find aftermarket products similar in
design and quality to genuine Yamaha accesso-
ries, recognize that some aftermarket accessories
or modifications are not suitable because of po-
tential safety hazards to you or others. Installing
aftermarket products or having other modifica-
tions performed to your vehicle that change any of
the vehicle’s design or operation characteristics
can put you and others at greater risk of serious
injury or death. You are responsible for injuries re- lated to changes in the vehicle. Keep the following
guidelines in mind, as well as those provided un-
der “Loading” when mounting accessories.

Never install accessories that would impair the
performance of your ATV. Carefully inspect the
accessory before using it to make sure that it
does not in any way reduce ground clearance,
limit suspension travel, steering travel or control
operation.
 Accessories fitted to the ATV can create insta-
bility due to improper weight distribution.
 Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect
the stability of the ATV.
 Certain accessories can displace the operator
from his or her normal riding position. This im-
proper position limits the freedom of movement
of the operator and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are not recom-
mended.
 Use caution when adding electrical accesso-
ries. If electrical accessories exceed the capac-
ity of the ATV’s electrical system, an electric
failure could result, which could cause a dan-
gerous loss of lights or engine power.
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EBU17701Right view
EBU17714Controls and instrumentsTIPThe ATV you have purchased may differ slightly
from the figures shown in this manual.
1. Spark arrester
2. Fuse
3. Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut
4. Rear shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt (for fast compression damping)
5. Rear shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting screw (for slow compression damping)
6. Fuel tank cap
7. Oil filter element
8. Brake pedal
9. Rear brake light switch
10.Rear shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw
789
1
2
3
4
5
10
6
1. Clutch lever
2. Parking brake lever
3. Handlebar switches
4. Main switch
5. Front brake fluid reservoir
6. Throttle lever
7. Brake lever
2
1
3
6
5
4
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WARNING
EWB00221Always set the parking brake before starting
the engine. The ATV could start moving un-
expectedly if the parking brake is not ap-
plied. This could cause loss of control or a
collision.
 Always be sure you have released the park-
ing brake before you begin to ride. The brake
could overheat if you ride the ATV without re-
leasing the parking brake. You could lose
braking performance which could cause an
accident. You could also wear out the brakes
prematurely. EBU18531Shift pedalThis ATV is equipped with a constant-mesh 5-
speed transmission. The shift pedal is located on
the left side of the engine and is used in combina-
tion with the clutch when shifting.
EBU18721Fuel tank capRemove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.1. Shift pedal
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EBU18815FuelMake sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank.
WARNING
EWB02522Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely
flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and
to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, fol-
low these instructions. 1. Before refueling, turn off the engine and besure that no one is sitting on the vehicle. Nev-
er refuel while smoking, or while in the vicinity of sparks, open flames, or other sources of
ignition such as the pilot lights of water heat-
ers and clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. When refueling, be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel
tank filler hole. Stop filling when the fuel
reaches the bottom of the filler tube. Because
fuel expands when it heats up, heat from the
engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of
the fuel tank.1. Fuel tank cap
1
1. Maximum fuel level
2. Fuel tank filler tube
2
1
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43. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.NOTICE: Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may
deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
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4. Turn the fuel tank cap fully clockwise to make sure it is securely closed.
WARNING
EWB02532Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or
death. Handle gasoline with care. Never siphon
gasoline by mouth. If you should swallow some
gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get
some gasoline in your eyes, see your doctor immediately. If gasoline spills on your skin,
wash with soap and water. If gasoline spills on
your clothing, change your clothes.
NOTICEECB00071Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded
gasoline will cause severe damage to internal
engine parts, such as the valves and piston
rings, as well as to the exhaust system. Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use
premium unleaded gasoline with a research oc-
tane number of 97 or higher. If knocking (or ping-
ing) occurs, use a gasoline of a different brand.
Use of unleaded fuel will extend spark plug life and
reduce maintenance costs.EBU26732SeatTo remove the seat
Insert your hand between the rear of the seat and
the rear fender, pull the seat lock lever and pull up
the seat at the rear.
Recommended fuel:
PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY
For Europe: PREMIUM UNLEADED GASO-
LINE ONLY with a research octane number
of 97 or higher
Fuel tank capacity: 10.0 L (2.64 US gal, 2.20 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 3.4 L (0.90 US gal, 0.75 Imp.gal)
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EBU30131Removing and installing the cowling
and panelsThe cowling and panels shown need to be re-
moved to perform some of the maintenance jobs
described in this chapter. Refer to this section
each time a cowling or panel needs to be removed
and installed.
EBU29596Panel A
To remove the panel1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-10.)
2. Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun-terclockwise. (See page 4-8.) NOTICE: Make
sure that no foreign material enters the
fuel tank.
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3. Loosen the quick fasteners.
1. Panel A
2. Panel B
3. Cowling
1
2
3
1. Panel C
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84. Remove the quick fasteners, and then slide
the panel backward and pull upward. 5. Install the fuel tank cap by turning it clock-
wise.
To install the panel
1. Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun- terclockwise.
2. Place the panel in the original position, and then install the quick fasteners. NOTICE:
When installing the panel, be sure not to
pinch the cables or wires.
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3. Tighten the quick fasteners.
4. Install the fuel tank cap by turning it clock- wise.
5. Install the seat.
1. Quick fastener
1. Quick fastener
1 1
1
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