User manual YAMAHA YZ450F-2005

[. . . ] As the owner of the YZF-R6, you are benefiting from Yamaha's vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your YZF-R6. The owner's manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury. In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. [. . . ] Always use the clutch while changing gears to avoid damaging the engine, transmission, and drive train, which are not designed to withstand the shock of forced shifting. 5 5-2 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU16810 EAU16841 ECA10301 Tips for reducing fuel consumption Fuel consumption depends largely on your riding style. Consider the following tips to reduce fuel consumption: G Shift up swiftly, and avoid high engine speeds during acceleration. G Do not rev the engine while shifting down, and avoid high engine speeds with no load on the engine. G Turn the engine off instead of letting it idle for an extended length of time (e. g. , in traffic jams, at traffic lights or at railroad crossings). Engine break-in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). Since the engine is brand new, do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances. During this period, prolonged full-throttle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided. EAU17081 CAUTION: After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation, the engine oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge or element replaced. 1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond The vehicle can now be operated normally. ECA10310 CAUTION: G G 5 0­1000 km (0­600 mi) Avoid prolonged operation above 8300 r/min. 1000­1600 km (600­1000 mi) Avoid prolonged operation above 9900 r/min. Keep the engine speed out of the tachometer red zone. If any engine trouble should occur during the engine break-in period, immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. NOTE: During and after the engine break-in period, the exhaust heat may cause discoloration of the exhaust pipe, but this is normal. 5-3 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU17212 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10310 WARNING G G Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch them. Do not park on a slope or on soft ground, otherwise the vehicle may overturn. ECA10380 5 CAUTION: Never park in an area where there are fire hazards such as grass or other flammable materials. 5-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU17240 EAU17541 EWA10350 Owner's tool kit Safety is an obligation of the owner. · Check the air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose for damage. · Adjust headlight beam. Throttle grip hous31 * ing and cable 32 * Air induction system Muffler and exhaust pipe Lights, signals and switches 6 33 * 34 * EAU18680 NOTE: G Air filter · This model's air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with compressed air to avoid damaging it. · The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. G Hydraulic brake service · Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level. 6-5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR · 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. 6 6-6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU18712 EAU44931 Removing and installing cowlings and panels The cowlings and panels shown need to be removed 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. 1. Remove the bolts, quick fasteners, and quick fastener screw. 1 6 1. Remove the forward-most projection from the slot, slide the cowling forward, and then remove the remaining projections from the slots as shown. Remove the projection on cowling A from the hole in cowling B as shown. 6-8 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 2. Fit the projections into the slots, slide the cowling rearward, and then fit the forward-most projection into the slot. Fit the projection on cowling A into the hole in cowling B as shown. 1. [. . . ] Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs, and then install the spark plugs and the spark plug caps. EWA10950 Long-term Before storing your motorcycle for several months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the "Care" section of this chapter. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent the fuel tank from rusting and the fuel from deteriorating. WARNING To prevent damage or injury from sparking, make sure to ground the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over. 4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the sidestand/centerstand. [. . . ]