Yamaha YZ450F 2006 Service Manual

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CHAS
FRONT FORK
EC550000
FRONT FORK
Extent of removal:
1
Front fork removal
Extent of removal Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
Preparation for removal
FRONT FORK REMOVAL
Hold the machine by placing the
suitable stand under the engine.
WARNING
Support the machine securely so there is no
danger of it falling over.
Front wheel Refer to “FRONT WHEEL AND REAR
WHEEL” section.
Front caliper Refer to “FRONT BRAKE AND REAR
BRAKE” section.
Number plate Refer to “SEAT, FUEL TANK AND SIDE
COVERS” section in the CHAPTER 4.
1 Protector 1
2 Pinch bolt (handle crown) 2 Only loosening.
3 Damper assembly 1 Loosen when disassembling the front
fork.
Use special tool.
Refer to “REMOVAL POINTS”.
4 Pinch bolt (under bracket) 2 Only loosening.
5 Front fork 1
1

Yamaha YZ450F 2006 Specifications

General

Bore x Stroke	95.0mm x 63.4mm
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Ignition	CDI
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Front Tire	80/100-21
Rear Tire	110/90-19
Seat Height	39.1 inches
Fuel Capacity	1.8 gallons
Rear Suspension Travel	12.4 inches
Engine Type	449cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke; DOHC, 5 titanium valves
Rear Suspension	Swingarm, fully adjustable
Front Brake	Single 250mm disc
Rear Brake	Single 245mm disc
Dry Weight	220 pounds