Yamaha YFZ450R 2017, Owner'S Manual

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Fuel
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in the tank.
(See page 4-8.)
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Engine oil
Make sure that the engine oil is at the specified
level. Add oil as necessary. (See page 8-14.)
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Coolant
Make sure that the coolant is at the specified level.
Add coolant as necessary. (See page 8-20.)
TIP
The coolant level must be checked on a cold en-
gine since the level varies with engine tempera-
ture.
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Front and rear brakes
Brake lever and brake pedal

Check that there is no free play in the brake le-
ver. If there is free play, have a Yamaha dealer
check the brake system.
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Check for correct brake pedal height. (See page
8-32.) If the pedal height is incorrect, have a
Yamaha dealer adjust it.
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Check the operation of the lever and pedal.
They should move smoothly and there should
be a firm feeling when the brakes are applied. If
not, have a Yamaha dealer check the brake sys-
tem.
Brake fluid level
Check the brake fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.
(See page 8-29.)
Brake fluid leakage
Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out of the
pipe joints or brake fluid reservoirs. Apply the
brakes firmly for one minute. If there is any leak-
age, have a Yamaha dealer check the brake sys-
tem.
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
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