ADJUSTMENTS
DS 450 X MX (ALL EXCEPT CE)
TIRE PRESSURE
FR
RR
MAXIMUM
69 kPa
(10 PSI)
62 kPa
(9 PSI)
Up to
100 kg
(220 lb)
MINIMUM
55 kPa
(8 PSI)
48 kPa
(7 PSI)
Brake Disk Cleanup
1. Clean front and rear brake discs using pulley
flange cleaner (P/N 413 711 809).
NOTICE
A thin layer of anticorrosion product
can be present on the brake disc and must be
removed before using the vehicle. Not con-
forming to this procedure may lead to a brake
chattering and the brake pads replacement
would be necessary to solve the problem.
Protective Materials
1. Ensure that all protective materials are re-
moved from vehicle.
Nerf Bars
WARNING
Check for nets clearance by standing up on
foot pegs and moving feet in all directions.
Feet must not interfere with nerf bar nets; oth-
erwise, serious injuries may occur.
1. Ensure all net straps are properly secured.
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ADJUSTMENTS
General Guidelines
All adjustments have already been performed
at factory, it is only necessary to validate them.
However, if readjustment is needed, refer to the
appropriate
ATV SHOP MANUAL
for the proper
procedure.
Throttle Lever
1. Verify that throttle lever is properly adjusted as
per the following specification.
THROTTLE LEVER ADJUSTMENT
Free play [A]
(Measured at the
tip of throttle lever)
2 to 4 mm (5/64 to 5/32 in)
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THROTTLE LEVER ADJUSTMENT
A. Free play of 2 to 4 mm (5/64 to 5/32 in))
1. Throttle lever
2. Adjust if required.
Drive Chain
WARNING
Place ignition switch to OFF before checking,
adjusting or lubricating drive chain.
NOTICE
Never operate this vehicle with the
drive chain too loose or too tight as severe
damage to the drive components can occur.
NOTE:
This vehicle is equipped with O-ring sealed
permanently greased pins and rollers chain.
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PREDELIVERY