User manual YAMAHA WR450F-2007

[. . . ] If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer. The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual. IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10130 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! [. . . ] Insert the output plug of the auxiliary equipment into the jack located at the right of the cassette deck. 1. Passenger "TALK" button 4 Push the rider "TALK" switch or the passenger "TALK" button to transmit. "TX" appears in the display. Reception "RX" appears in the display when the CB radio is receiving a signal. 1. Repeatedly push the "AUDIO" button for less than one second until "AUX" appears in the display. The auxiliary equipment can now be played through the audio system. 1. "Talk" switch 4-20 AUDIO SYSTEM AND CB RADIO 4 4-21 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS EAU15591 The condition of a vehicle is the owner's responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thorough visual inspection, to check the following points before each ride. NOTE: Pre-operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved. EWA11150 WARNING If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the vehicle. · Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. · Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. · If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle. 7-27 7-28 7-28 -- -- 3-18 5-3 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU15950 EAU16340 ECA10220 EWA10270 WARNING G Starting and warming up a cold engine In order for the ignition circuit cut-off system to enable starting, one of the following conditions must be met: G The transmission is in the neutral position. G The transmission is in gear with the clutch lever pulled and the sidestand up. EWA10290 CAUTION: If the fuel level warning light comes on, check the fuel level, and, if necessary, refuel as soon as possible. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. NOTE: When the transmission is in the neutral position, the neutral indicator light should be on, otherwise have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. Turn the starter (choke) on and completely close the throttle. Start the engine by pushing the start switch. NOTE: If the engine fails to start, release the start switch, wait a few seconds, and then try again. Each starting attempt should be as short as possible to preserve the battery. Do not crank the engine more than 10 seconds on any one attempt. G 6 G Become thoroughly familiar with all operating controls and their functions before riding. [. . . ] 3-18 Sidestand, checking and lubricating . . . . . 7-28 Sound control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Spark plugs, checking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]