Control Functions - Yamaha YZ450FA 2011 Owner's Service Manual

CONTROL FUNCTIONS

ENGINE STOP SWITCH
The engine stop switch "1" is located on the left
handlebar. Continue pushing the engine stop
switch till the engine comes to a stop.
CLUTCH LEVER
The clutch lever "1" is located on the left han-
dlebar; it disengages or engages the clutch.
Pull the clutch lever to the handlebar to disen-
gage the clutch, and release the lever to en-
gage the clutch. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth starts.
SHIFT PEDAL
The gear ratios of the constant-mesh 5 speed
transmission are ideally spaced. The gears can
be shifted by using the shift pedal "1" on the left
side of the engine.
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
KICKSTARTER CRANK
Rotate the kickstarter crank "1" away from the
engine. Push the starter down lightly with your
foot until the gears engage, then kick smoothly
and forcefully to start the engine. This model
has a primary kickstarter crank so the engine
can be started in any gear if the clutch is disen-
gaged. In normal practices, however, shift to
neutral before starting.
THROTTLE GRIP
The throttle grip "1" is located on the right han-
dlebar; it accelerates or decelerates the en-
gine. For acceleration, turn the grip toward you;
for deceleration, turn it away from you.
FRONT BRAKE LEVER
The front brake lever "1" is located on the right
handlebar. Pull it toward the handlebar to acti-
vate the front brake.
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