Yamaha YFZ450RF Owner's Manual page 5

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INTRODUCTION
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YFZ450RF/YFZ450RSF. This ATV represents the result
of many years of Yamaha experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing
machines. With the purchase of this Yamaha, you can now appreciate the high degree of craftsmanship
and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the features and operation of this ATV.
This manual includes important safety information. It provides information about special techni-
ques and skills necessary to ride the ATV. It also includes basic maintenance and inspection proce-
dures. If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your ATV, please consult a
Yamaha dealer.
AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:
 Read this manual completely before operating your ATV. Make sure you understand all instructions.
 Pay close attention to the warning and notice labels on the ATV.
 This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.
 This ATV is a high-performance ATV for off-road use only, for sport-type recreational and competitive
use by experienced operators.