Yamaha YFZ450 User Manual

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READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.
This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.
WARNING
YFZ450S
OWNER’S MANUAL
PRINTED IN JAPAN
2003.04-6.2×2 CR
(E)
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
EBU00438
LOCATE AND READ OWNER’S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.
(For replacement manual, call 1-800-532-1558)
WARNING
ALWAYS:
use proper riding techniques to avoid
vehicle overturns on hills and rough
terrain and in turns.
avoid paved surfaces-pavement may
seriously affect handling and control.
Improper ATV use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.
NEVER
operate:
without proper training or instruction.
at speeds too fast for your skills or the
conditions.
on public roads-a collision can occur with
another vehicle.
with a passenger-passengers affect
balance and steering and increase risk
of losing control.
ALWAYS USE
AN APPROVED
HELMET AND
PROTECTIVE GEAR
NEVER USE
ON PUBLIC
ROADS
NEVER CARRY
PASSENGERS
NEVER USE
WITH DRUGS
OR ALCOHOL
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Yamaha YFZ450 Specifications

General

Transmission	5-speed; wet multiplate clutch
Front Brakes	Dual hydraulic disc
Rear Brakes	Hydraulic disc
Wheelbase	50.4 in
Fuel Capacity	2.6 gal
Length	72.4 in
Width	46.1 in
Seat Height	31.9 in
Bore x Stroke	95mm x 63.4mm
Final Drive	Sealed O-ring chain
Front Suspension	Independent double wishbone; 9.1-in travel
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminum swingarm; 10.6-in travel
Front Tires	21x7-10
Rear Tires	20x10-9
Engine Type	449cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke; DOHC, 5-valve