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If youre 75 to 85kg the WR-F has a tendency to ride Indy Unlimited, Feb 12, 2012 #4. It wouldn't fire. Nothing new there. I can only get it to run for about 15 seconds and them it dies. Bushings dyno-tested to 500,000 strokes with less wear than OEM bushings. Yamaha WR450F 1998-2007 Workshop Service Manual for Repair. Never had any serious problems with the engine. It arrived with a splash back in 1998 and gave the rest of the enduro thumper class a proper soaking. I spoke to the service manager for a few minutes and he theorized what was going on. We Though the WR450F has been in the lineup this whole time, the previous version was never a standout success. From this pic it looks like the cable is probably fully adjusted in but no matter how I adjust the cable up by the clutch lever this position never changes, where the cable goes into the arm. G'day Fellas. Time for change. Complete list of Yamaha WR450F motorcycle service repair manuals: 2003 Yamaha WR450F (R) Service Repair Factory Manual INSTANT DOWNLOAD. Im talking about Yamahas WR400F, the first of the new wave of uber-powerful, high-revving enduro four-strokes. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Your fellow riders will value your rating of this bike. PROBLEMS WITH THE WR450F * Still only a five speed gear box (get with the program Yamaha!) * S uspension will be soft for heavier riders, or really hard riding * N o handguards * Bottom power is soft with quiet pipe, but it has a big hit. With the competition ECU, which I have, the owner (me) can make adjustments from 4000 rpm and above. For my skill level I found it too twitchy off the throttle, and too loud. Rust Sports brings you the latest reviews and stories from the World of Motorbikes. At some point I will get back to the dealer for an idle mixture adjustment. It still sells and none of its Japanese competitors has come up with anything markedly better as yet, so why mess with the recipe? Not good enough though Yamaha. all road worthy ready for pick up. 2012 WR450F - THE 8K ENDURO BIKE. the new WR450F features a powerful and reliable high-revving five-titanium-valve engine with a new fuel injection YZ-bred advanced aluminum frame latest generation YZ forks and shock and new slim bodywork with updated head-light design gives the WR450F an aggressive tough appearance. While the On my 2008 I would have just given the idle mixture adjustment screw a half turn richer and it would have been fixed. Use the mark for your reference when opening the throttle grip.". "It seems absurd to have an FI system that is neither user adjustable or able to self adjust". Recently, I was at the track and felt the bike stutter hard when I went to seat bounce the first jump. Alright, I have quite a unique problem I am hoping to get some advice on. The narrower radiator shrouds mean you can get your weight further forward for cornering, while the lower rear frame rails mean its easier to sling a leg over. When in gear, there is just enough drag thru the clutch to make starting a very "ify" proposition. If the spark plug shows signs of elec- trode erosion and excessive carbon or Panel A other deposits, it should be replaced. It's not particular easy to ask if they have a tool on hand. That will tell you if the head gasket is blown. The fuel injection system provides crisp fuelling with a smooth pick-up from closed throttle. The knob on the TB is for cold start only. If it were burning coolant it will tell you. Finally, a new WR is here, and its one of the most impressive bikes of the year. Maybe 2 weeks ago, the cranking started sounding tired and would take 2-3 attempts to get it going. What is the difference between 2012 and 2013 KTM SXF fuel tanks? Copy link. I was skeptical, but went over hoping the bike was fixed. So I put it back to stock pipe back on and remapped to stock. Pour rpondre aux besoins du nouveau systme d'injection, la WR 450 F version 2012 est quipe d'un alternateur magntique triphas de grande capacit et, pour garantir un dmarrage au kick efficace mme en cas de problme de batterie, un condensateur a t ajout au circuit lectrique de la moto. However, one has to remember that voltage alone is not a sufficient measurement. Exactly like mine. While the In short, no matter what the manuel says don't run 20/50 because it's too thick for this bike. Aussie Map. Without getting into too much detail, the damping force is controlled by the speed of the internal fork piston not its position. WR400F vs WR450F. Do you have an opinion about the engine performance, reliablity, racing capabilities, touring capabilities, repair and maintenance cost, accident risk, etc? Below is the riders' rating of the 2012 Yamaha WR450F motorcycle. Check fuel pressure with a gauge.Pump may be weak. Motorcycles Competition/Off Road DX236054682539779312 DX1 . A proper test is to verify amps are also being produced. The 2012 WR450F is, however, a totally new machine with all sorts of shiny stuff to talk about. 2012 Wr450 Problem..Help Needed 24-06-2014, 09:14 PM. Changing a bike thats as identifiable and near iconic as the WR450F is something of a gamble. Compare the strengths and weaknesses of this bike with others before you decide on your future bike. Pressure test the coolant reservoir, you can borrow a tester from OReilly's. This is not the power programer. I then restated what I had been saying all along. Page 2 of 2 < Prev 1 2. Yamaha builds a race-ready WR. I checked the intake valves and they're not even close to being out of spec. It really helped me with throttle control. Just read through the whole thread. My bike has a stock exhaust with the peashooter removed, competition ecu, fmf exhuast map programmed into the ecu. May 25, 2017. This is a very delicate modification that Let me lay it all out for you. Coolant levels were still completely topped off, and the smoke did not smell like much of anything other than exhaust. Turned out, my battery terminal was heavily corroded and it was causing the entire electrical system to wig out. (hopefully I am making sense) The 2012 WR450F is, however, a totally new machine with all sorts of shiny stuff to talk about. Agree, Disagree? 2012 Yamaha WR450F - First Ride. I thought the point of the FI is that they can make these adjustments. It seems absurd to have an FI system that is neither user adjustable or able to self adjust. Long time reader, first time poster. I have a 2014 WR450F currently moving in my direction. I have a 2012 WR450, bout 1900km's on the clock. Enduros squared. Mine was rich. Its time to celebrate the WR-F again. Usually. Have to love that only a dealer can make this adjustment but they don't have access to the tool. The WR is manifested from a well thought out set of changes to the YZ and FX bikes, just like on the WR250F. Map select CKPS +12V Switched Power Main TPS Z-AFM FUEL HARNESS BAZZAZ HARNESS CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION Injector Read through all instructions before beginning installation. Sunday I was at 6200' to start and it was about 55 degrees. When cold, that's not a big deal though. Let me lay it all out for you. Hey Guys, I have had 4 years of flawless riding but on Sat my bike did something it has never done. S. supersnail808 Member. "If the engine does not start at high altitude, start the engine with the throttle grip opened by one degree or two degrees. Normally runs great but last weekend I was out, ridding for about 30-40 minutes and went down a hill and the bike just quit. Those expecting the 2012 WR450F to be a motocross bike with an 18-inch rear wheel and wider ratio box will be disappointed, as YMA has made the bikes design intentions very clear: The team has delivered a motorcycle that retains the hallmark features of reliability with the versatility to win at the highest level, while still providing an easy-to-ride trail weapon. You are quite right, I should just take it in and have it checked and adjusted. I got a 2012 WR450F at the beginning of 2013 and have now done 17,000km on it of probably 75% onroad and 25% offroad. Try cracking the throttle a little when trying to start after its warmed up. The 2012 WR450F with its all-new fuel-injected engine crammed into a YZ250Fs frame felt cobbled together; a bike that was rushed to market to, as some cynics claimed, stem the orange tide. It has been my first dirt bike. The Mid to High throttle position is perfect. No, the hot start procedure is to open the throttle to the marks on the grip. If the spark plug shows signs of elec- trode erosion and excessive carbon or Panel A other deposits, it should be replaced. Don't blame Yamaha its the EPA and the California Air Research Board that's the problem. I also mentioned the possibility of using an "older" FI management tool. Took it to the dealer a few days ago. 400 miles on it. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. March 13, 2012 The new 2012 Yamaha WR450F is pretty exciting, especially to those in the off-road world. Have only done 300km so far but am not happy. He had the FMF Power Core and had remapped it fro fast take offs. Yamaha WR450F 2012 Contact Bazzaz tech support at 909-597-8300 for questions Z-Fi MX Installation Instructions Part #s F782. 16-02-2012, 09:12 PM. I checked the fuel pump, everything seems good. I have a 2012 WR450F, approx. About half way threw it he asks me what kind of oil are you running, I said 20/50 and he says there's your problem, and told me to run 0/40 synthetic, then told me all the reasons why. The bike will not start when in gear, which is extremely inconvenient. Weve got our hands on the most common settings and terrain types, including the non-standard Aussie Map which is optimised for the unique country we live in. * Woodruff keys were a problem on some 2003 models (read more here) Apparently, I was. I am going to do that this week. 2012 WR450 Starting woes. I still can't find a hot start method that works! It still sells and none of its Japanese competitors has come up with anything markedly better as yet, so why mess with the recipe? Why is that???? Share. Whilst it's on it's way I'm reading everything I possibly can. Without the start knob pulled, he attempted to start it. We did this comparing my WR to Curt's WR. I road 55 miles on Tuesday stopping to explore many times and only had to push the start button twice one time to get it started. This WR450F has been set up with heaps of goodies, Rad guard, GYTR bash plate, RHK bling kit (clutch lever, Brake disk guard, Side case, brake saver, chain guid) aftermarket pegs, tail tidy just to list the obvious stuff. Put side stand down to have a look and all power came back. Thommo dialled in the clickers and we raised the fork in the triple-clamps to 15mm above the top clamp to encourage the WR450F to turn more easily. If the bike starts with the cold start button when hot, the idle is too lean, not too rich. PROBLEMS WITH THE WR450F * Still only a five speed gear box (get with the program Yamaha!) The WR450F was expected. In fact I've had more problems with my DRZ and it only has 2500 miles. Time for change. He finally did what I had been doing all along, pulled the starter knob and it fired up. I've never had a single issue with the bike, it's rock solid. By Ryan Dudek. Mine is the same. Write a Review and rate the 2012 Yamaha WR 450F. It's an education process. E-start worked just fine and fired her up first try. March 13, 2012 The new 2012 Yamaha WR450F is pretty exciting, especially to those in the off-road world. But hey, if you can start it hot using that method, good on you! Here's the interesting part. I rode the 2012 Yamaha WR450F on two different days under very similar course conditions. I feel like a chump for not figuring that one out myself. The Yamaha WR450F had grown old and was virtually forgotten against a backdrop of stunning new off-road bikes from Europe. I mainly got this one for the size (I'm 195cm tall) and for the EFI engine because I hate trying to start carburettor bikes and also I chose this because it's a LAMS bike (see Australian bike licensing if you This would have us think the generator is not at fault. I'm on the verge of bringing my bike to the dealer, but before I do that I wanted to see if I'm missing something. Alright, I have quite a unique problem I am hoping to get some advice on. Started it rode 50m and stopped again. It's been a learning process for me as well. Yamaha WR450F MOTORCYCLE 2012 2013 2014 2015 Shop Service. Panel A such problems yourself. is Rated #39 of 99 2012 Off-Road. Alright, I have quite a unique problem I am hoping to get some advice on. On the first day, I rode the bike stock?save for the Tap to unmute. It was like a flashback a few weeks ago when I was trying to start the bike and my buddies were blasting ahead of me on the trails. JavaScript is disabled. Then buy the JD jetting kit and the motor will rip and run a lot cooler. My bike has a stock exhaust with the peashooter removed, competition ecu, fmf exhuast map programmed into the ecu. If I put the bike in gear, I can't get it started. Reviews. Buying a bike begins at Bikez! Do not attempt to diagnose 1. Instead, have EAU52872 a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Do you mean you use the cold start knob?? H96669 A proud pragmatist. I have always had issues with rough running when cruising along a flat road as low revs and never was able to improve it. I will see what I can find on the plug. According to him, the problems disappear once the bike has had time to break in. Discussion in 'The Garage' started by Hemlockdj, Dec 21, 2018. Thanks. While riding just all electrics cut out and it stopped. Never had a problem with it until a ride a few weeks ago. Name mat Sep 28, 2015 #1 Howzit guys, Wondering if anyone has any experience with this. I was hoping that this dealership had already run into this issue and I wasn't the first guy with a bike like this to walk in the door. While riding just all electrics cut out and it stopped. By Ryan Dudek. That's actually the high altitude starting tip. And I found when it's really hot I have to let a cool just a minute and it will work. * S uspension will be soft for heavier riders, or really hard riding * N o handguards * Bottom power is soft with quiet pipe, but it has a big hit. Did you have any recent overheating? Do you have an opinion about the engine performance, reliablity, racing capabilities, touring capabilities, repair and maintenance cost, accident risk, etc? Thommo said the stock fork springs were too light for the WR450F even without a rider. They will need to stick a sniffer down the exhaust to set it correctly. The 2012 Yamaha WR450F is here. Never had any serious problems with the engine. Up Next. 2012 WR450F Electrical Problem 17-07-2017, 08:33 AM. I got a 2012 WR450F at the beginning of 2013 and have now done 17,000km on it of probably 75% onroad and 25% offroad. According to th service manager, the company had a software glitch in a previous version. Copyright ThumperTalk, Inc. - All rights reserved. It would also be possible for oil to enter along the valve shafts if the seals are defective (was a know Audi problem in the 1980s), which will give smoke signs. All Balls offers the Industry's most comprehensive Used by pro racing pilots and amateur bikers around the world Blend of astounding operation and unmatched reliability. It started cold, hot and everywhere in between. READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN THEIR ENTIRETY BEFORE BEGINNING. I also installed a G2 Throttle Tamer. I installed a Shorai lithium battery and that made no difference. Changing a bike thats as identifiable and near iconic as the WR450F is something of a gamble. And the 2016 model based heavily on its YZ450F MX cousin didnt translate particularly well to racier off-road applications. Engine. With the use of the Power Tuner you can dramatically change the WR-Fs characteristics for any type of conditions and riding styles. Recently, I was at the track and felt the bike stutter hard when I went to seat bounce the first jump. I always immediately kill the bike when it starts to overheat. I think those adjustments will if not cure, then help my starting issues. H96669, Jan 4, 2019 #21. Panel A such problems yourself. You must log in or register to reply here. Let me lay it all out for you. The turn-in was much better but even with the clickers set and rider sag at 105mm the front still felt harsh. I have somewhat the same problem. Do any of you have one????? * Woodruff keys were a problem on some 2003 models (read more here) Set your expectations high. reservoir tank breather hose. Plus it's green sticker approved for California. It might even be of interest to those in the motocross world because it's really a They initially said the idle was set too low. DOUBLE SILENCIEUX HMF PERFORMANCE BLACK / JAUNE : CAN AM RENEGADE 500 / 800 apres 2012 - Equipement et accessoires Quad-SSV-MX - Tonnycat A fuel injected bike should not be having this trouble especially a new one. Last time I overheated it was at about 165 hours, 15 hours before this problem. When the bike is hot, I have to pull the starter knob again, find neutral and start. Crosby Stills and Nash Suite: Judy Blue Eyes Live 2012, Charging system failure - 2012 Tuono V4 APRC, BLM under criminal investigation by San Juan County, Utah - 2012, BMW recalls fuel pumps in 2005-2012 R K S and HP2 models, 2012 Brammo Empulse R - Jay Leno's Garage, 2012 KTM 350 XCF XFC/W e start motor removal, Edson putting the Hornet in 2012-Laguna Grade or Wheelie for Safety, 2012 Sacramento Mile FULL Race HD - AMA Pro Flat Track, The Lost Chronicles Folsom Motor Competition Oct 2012 Moves Like Jagger. I have the comp ECU, FMF map etc etc. The 5-speed gearbox But I figured out the other day that if I use the hot start, let it crank two or three times but then release the throttle back to zero position, the e start will work when the bike is really hot. And with that in mind, youd have to say that Yamaha has done a grand job with the 2012 WR450F. The new 2016 bike is a whole different bike and a much better platform. Karel KramerI felt some of the same problems with the WR450F as I did with old 426F. The WR450F uses a 2012 YZ250F frame. I have a 13 wr450f supermoto. Thommo said the stock fork springs were too light for the WR450F even without a rider. It's obvious the electric start won't work when it's cold. He didn't have the tool onhand, so he tried to get it. Buying a bike begins at Bikez! As soon as this was done on my bike. Yamaha builds a race-ready WR. I don't own a modern 250 or 450 f bike, but.. That some are reported as needing frequent / premature adjustments and some not. This is not a replacement for the ECU. And speaking of afterthoughts, the KLXs headlight points way too high, even when cranked downward as far as the adjuster will allow. I think what the guy said earlier about the Idle fuel level is off and taking it to the dealership is the way to go. The turn-in was much better but even with the clickers set and rider sag at 105mm the front still felt harsh. I called 4 larger Yamaha dealerships yesterday and no one had the tool. 2012 WR450F starting issues. Saturday I was at 7300' to start and it was about 50 degrees, the motor was probably colder because of the drive up. Others may be lean. Usually coolant smoke smells very strong, which made me rule out coolant. It is plausible that break in time will improve starting as the rings seal better giving improved compression at low rpm. 9 years ago . Yamaha WR450F Starting problem update. Page 51: Check Engine Oil Level It will start perfect every time for the first time but after its hot it has a harder time. I'd love to find a dealer that understands the issue and has the tool! $26.75. I accept that the stock ecu needs to be lean for EPA requirements but why the comp ecu? A cast iron plumbing tee (or bra$$),two easily available barbed I don't know. CW ARCHIVES: Kawasaki KLX450R vs. Yamaha WR450F - COMPARISON TEST. Its time to celebrate the WR-F again. It was, by most accounts, a confused bike that didnt seem to have a place made of mixing and matching old WR and some newer YZ parts and throwing fuel injection on at the last moment. I learnt to ride on a little KD80 ag-bike and this one is a HUGE step up. Usually, a kick start puts enough, quick spin into the engine to get it to fire, but not always. I'd start with checking the plug for oil or coolant. The Yamaha WR450F is an off-road motorcycle made by Yamaha Motor Company.It currently has a 450 cc (27 cu in) liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine. Hi Guys, I was wondering if someone give me some advise with my WR450F problem. But Simple fact is the bikes are too rich on the idle circuit. 2012 WR450F Electrical Problem 17-07-2017, 08:33 AM. Went to my dealer on Monday and had a real good conversation with service manager. It's weird for a fuel-injected bike would do this, but the bike Compare the strengths and weaknesses of this bike with others before you decide on your future bike. DIY gauge? A range of worthy updates may see Yamaha's 2012 WR450F looking to the future, but it certainly hasn't forgotten its past. I bought my 2012 WR from a friend who is a much better rider. Joined: Jan 21, 2007 Oddometer: 1,982 Location: Parker, CO. Hi Mark, You need to open up the baffle or replace the stock can with a can that will breath like a Leo Vince 3 or FMF Powercore. But that's the reason I believe they start easier with a kick, as opposed to the button. Complete list of Yamaha WR450F motorcycle service repair manuals: 2003 Yamaha WR450F (R) Service Repair Factory Manual INSTANT DOWNLOAD. After all, this is 2012. Summer 2012 - another biking season washout in the UK. Share Facebook Twitter Google+ ReddIt WhatsApp Pinterest Email It was overdue. Pour rpondre aux besoins du nouveau systme d'injection, la WR 450 F version 2012 est quipe d'un alternateur magntique triphas de grande capacit et, pour garantir un dmarrage au kick efficace mme en cas de problme de batterie, un condensateur a t ajout au circuit lectrique de la moto. Yamaha WR450F MOTORCYCLE 2012 2013 2014 2015 Shop Service. Instead, have EAU52872 a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Churn and Burn: The 2012 WR450F is bringing more rideability in more conditions to Yamahas off-road lineup. You live you learn. Took the bike over to Jeff Morris. "Never buy a first year model of anything". Mine starts on first try about 90% of the time in or out of gear when warm. My 2012 WR450F has 180 hours on it and started up every kick since I got it last summer. Copyright ThumperTalk, Inc. - All rights reserved.ThumperTalk is a registered trademark. CHAPTER ONE: THE BUILDUP TO ADVENTURE. I noticed that if my filter is extremely dirty it has a way hard time. I spent 4 days on the trails at Hatfield-McCoy and the bike is quite frankly a pain in the a$$ because it doesn't start easily with the button. FREE Shipping! But before we get into everything new, updated, borrowed and unique, you might want to ask yourself what your perfect 450cc-class off-road bike would be. The old WR450F was a big beast, tall and sometimes vicious. The 2012 Yamaha WR450F is the perfect mixture between the sporty, race-oriented aluminum frame of the acclaimed YZ250 and the top-notch 449cc engine built to deliver power and torque to make every rider's heart beat faster. Compared to the old model, the new generation Yamaha WR450F was completely redesigned. Your fellow riders will value your rating of this bike. Some features of this site require JavaScript. They set it at 2000 and called me to say everything was working great. My bike now starts first or second push of the button in gear and at any elevation weather hot or cold.
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