Husqvarna FE 450 EU User Manual

Name: Husqvarna FE 450 EU
Brand: Husqvarna
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OWNER'S MANUAL 2014

FE 450 EU

FE 450 AUS

FE 501 EU

FE 501 AUS

FE 501 USA

Art. no. 3402008en

Default Chapter4
- Table of Contents4
1 Means of Representation7
- Symbols Used7
- Formats Used7
2 Safety Advice8
- Use Definition - Intended Use8
- Degrees of Risk and Symbols8
- Tampering Warning8
- Safe Operation9
- Protective Clothing9
- Work Rules9
- Environment9
- Owner's Manual10
3 Important Information11
- Manufacturer and Implied Warranty11
- Operating and Auxiliary Substances11
- Spare Parts, Accessories11
- Service11
- Figures11
- Customer Service11
4 View of Vehicle12
- View of Vehicle, Front Left (Example)12
- View of Vehicle, Rear Right (Example)13
5 Serial Numbers14
- Chassis Number14
- Type Label (FE EU, FE AUS)14
- Key Number (FE EU, FE AUS)14
- Engine Number14
- Fork Part Number14
- Shock Absorber Part Number15
6 Controls16
- Clutch Lever16
- Hand Brake Lever16
- Throttle Grip16
- Kill Switch (FE EU, FE AUS)16
- Kill Switch (FE 501 USA)16
- Horn Button (FE EU, FE AUS)17
- Light Switch (FE EU, FE AUS)17
- Light Switch (FE 501 USA)17
- Turn Signal Switch (FE EU, FE AUS)17
- Emergency off Switch (FE 450 AUS)17
- Electric Starter Button (All 501 Models, FE EU)18
- Electric Starter Button (FE 450 AUS)18
- Overview of Indicator Lamps (FE EU, FE AUS)18
- Overview of Indicator Lamps (FE 501 USA)18
- Opening Filler Cap18
- Closing Filler Cap19
- Idle Speed Adjusting Screw19
- Shift Lever20
- Foot Brake Lever20
- Side Stand20
- Steering Lock (FE EU, FE AUS)21
- Locking the Steering (FE EU, FE AUS)21
- Unlocking the Steering (FE EU, FE AUS)21
7 Speedometer22
- Overview22
- Activation22
- Message on the Speedometer22
- Setting the Speedometer22
- Setting Kilometers or Miles23
- Setting the Clock24
- Setting the Service Display24
- Speed, Time, and DST Distance 125
- Speed, Time, and DST2 Distance 225
- AVG Average Speed, ART Operating Hours, and ODO Total Distance Covered25
8 Preparing for Use26
- Advice on First Use26
- Running-In the Engine27
- Preparing the Vehicle for Difficult Riding Conditions27
- Preparing for Rides on Dry Sand28
- Preparing for Rides on Wet Sand28
- Preparing for Rides on Wet and Muddy Surfaces29
- Preparing for Rides at High Temperature and Slow Speed29
- Preparing for Rides at Low Temperature or in Snow29
9 Riding Instructions30
- Checks and Maintenance Work When Preparing for Use30
- Starting30
- Starting off31
- Shifting, Riding31
- Braking31
- Stopping, Parking32
- Transport32
- Refueling33
10 Service Schedule34
- Service Work (as Additional Order)35
11 Tuning the Chassis36
- Checking the Basic Chassis Setting with the Rider's Weight36
- Compression Damping of Shock Absorber36
- Adjusting the Low-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber36
- Adjusting the High-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber37
- Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Shock Absorber37
- Measuring Rear Wheel Sag Unloaded38
- Checking the Static Sag of the Shock Absorber38
- Checking the Riding Sag of the Shock Absorber38
- Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Shock Absorber39
- Adjusting the Riding Sag39
- Checking Basic Setting of Fork40
- Adjusting the Compression Damping of the Fork40
- Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Fork41
- Handlebar Position41
- Adjusting the Handlebar Position41
12 Service Work on the Chassis43
- Raising the Motorcycle with a Lift Stand43
- Removing the Motorcycle from the Lift Stand43
13 Brake System67
- Checking Free Travel of Hand Brake Lever67
- Adjusting Free Travel of Hand Brake Lever (FE EU, FE AUS)67
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Hand Brake Lever (FE 501 USA)67
- Checking the Brake Discs68
- Checking the Front Brake Fluid Level68
- Adding Front Brake Fluid68
- Checking the Front Brake Linings69
- Changing the Front Brake Linings70
- Checking the Free Travel of Foot Brake Lever71
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Foot Brake Lever71
- Checking the Rear Brake Fluid Level72
- Adding Rear Brake Fluid72
- Checking the Rear Brake Linings73
- Changing the Rear Brake Linings74
14 Wheels, Tires76
- Removing the Front Wheel76
- Installing the Front Wheel76
- Removing the Rear Wheel77
- Installing the Rear Wheel78
- Checking the Tire Condition78
- Checking the Tire Air Pressure79
- Checking Spoke Tension79
15 Electrical System81
- Removing the Battery81
- Installing the Battery81
- Charging the Battery82
- Changing the Main Fuse83
- Changing the Fuses of Individual Power Consumers83
- Removing the Headlight Mask with the Headlight84
- Installing the Headlight Mask with the Headlight84
- Changing the Headlight Bulb85
- Changing the Turn Signal Bulb (FE EU, FE AUS)85
- Checking the Headlight Setting86
- Adjusting the Headlight Range86
- Changing the Speedometer Battery87
16 Cooling System88
- Checking the Antifreeze and Coolant Level88
- Checking the Coolant Level89
- Draining the Coolant89
- Refilling Coolant90
17 Tuning the Engine91
- Checking the Play in the Throttle Cable91
- Adjusting the Play in the Throttle Cable91
- Adjusting the Idle Speed92
- Checking the Basic Position of the Shift Lever92
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Shift Lever92
18 Service Work on the Engine93
- Changing the Fuel Screen93
- Checking the Engine Oil Level93
- Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter, Cleaning the Oil Screens94
- Adding Engine Oil96
19 Cleaning, Care97
- Cleaning the Motorcycle97
- Checks and Maintenance Steps for Winter Operation97
20 Storage99
- Preparing for Use after Storage99
21 Troubleshooting100
22 Blink Code102
23 Technical Data104
- Engine104
- Engine Tightening Torques104
- Capacities106
- Engine Oil106
- Coolant106
- Fuel106
- Chassis106
- Technical Data106
- Electrical System107
- Tires107
- Fork107
- Shock Absorber108
- Chassis Tightening Torques108
24 Substances110
25 Auxiliary Substances112
26 Standards113
- Index114

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Husqvarna FE 450 EU Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement	449.9 cc
Bore x Stroke	95 mm x 63.4 mm
Transmission	6-speed
Seat Height	950 mm
Fuel Capacity	8.5 L
Starter	Electric starter
Rear Suspension	WP XPLOR PDS
Front Brake	Disc brake
Rear Brake	Disc brake
Front Tire	90/90-21
Rear Tire	140/80-18
Compression Ratio	12.75:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Cooling	Liquid-cooled
Front Suspension	WP XPLOR 48