Contents

1 MEANS OF REPRESENTATION
- 1.1 Symbols used
- 1.2 Formats used
2 SAFETY ADVICE
- 2.1 Use definition - intended use
- 2.2 Safety advice
- 2.3 Degrees of risk and symbols
- 2.4 Tampering warning
- 2.5 Safe operation
- 2.6 Protective clothing
- 2.7 Work rules
- 2.8 Environment
- 2.9 Owner's Manual
3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- 3.1 Manufacturer and implied warranty
- 3.2 Operating and auxiliary substances
- 3.3 Spare parts, accessories
- 3.4 Service
- 3.5 Figures
- 3.6 Customer service
4 VIEW OF VEHICLE
- 4.1 View of vehicle, front left (example)
- 4.2 View of vehicle, rear right (example)
5 SERIAL NUMBERS
- 5.1 Chassis number
- 5.2 Type label (FE EU, FE AUS)
- 5.3 Key number (FE EU, FE AUS)
- 5.4 Engine number
- 5.5 Fork part number
- 5.6 Shock absorber part number
6 CONTROLS
- 6.1 Clutch lever
- 6.2 Hand brake lever
- 6.3 Throttle grip
- 6.4 Kill switch (FE EU, FE AUS)
- 6.5 Kill switch (FE 501 USA)
- 6.6 Horn button (FE EU, FE AUS)
- 6.7 Light switch (FE EU, FE AUS)
- 6.8 Light switch (FE 501 USA)
- 6.9 Turn signal switch (FE EU, FE AUS)
- 6.10 Emergency OFF switch (FE 450 AUS)
- 6.11 Electric starter button (all 501 models, FE EU)
- 6.12 Electric starter button (FE 450 AUS)
- 6.13 Overview of indicator lamps (FE EU, FE AUS)
- 6.14 Overview of indicator lamps (FE 501 USA)
- 6.15 Opening filler cap
- 6.16 Closing filler cap
- 6.17 Idle speed adjusting screw
- 6.18 Shift lever
- 6.19 Foot brake lever
- 6.20 Side stand
- 6.21 Steering lock (FE EU, FE AUS)
- 6.22 Locking the steering (FE EU, FE AUS)
- 6.23 Unlocking the steering (FE EU, FE AUS)
7 SPEEDOMETER
- 7.1 Overview
- 7.2 Activation
- 7.3 Message on the speedometer
- 7.4 Setting the speedometer
- 7.5 Setting kilometers or miles
- 7.6 Setting the clock
- 7.7 Setting the service display
- 7.8 Speed, time, and DST distance 1
- 7.9 Speed, time, and DST2 distance 2
- 7.10 AVG average speed, ART operating hours, and ODO total distance covered
8 PREPARING FOR USE
- 8.1 Advice on first use
- 8.2 Running-in the engine
- 8.3 Preparing the vehicle for difficult riding conditions
- 8.4 Preparing for rides on dry sand
- 8.5 Preparing for rides on wet sand
- 8.6 Preparing for rides on wet and muddy surfaces
- 8.7 Preparing for rides at high temperature and slow speed
- 8.8 Preparing for rides at low temperature or in snow
9 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
- 9.1 Checks and maintenance work when preparing for use
- 9.2 Starting
- 9.3 Starting off
- 9.4 Shifting, riding
- 9.5 Braking
- 9.6 Stopping, parking
- 9.7 Transport
- 9.8 Refueling
10 SERVICE SCHEDULE
- 10.1 Service schedule
- 10.2 Service work (as additional order)
11 TUNING THE CHASSIS
- 11.1 Checking the basic chassis setting with the rider's weight
- 11.2 Compression damping of shock absorber
- 11.3 Adjusting the low-speed compression damping of the shock absorber
- 11.4 Adjusting the high-speed compression damping of the shock absorber
- 11.5 Adjusting the rebound damping of the shock absorber
- 11.6 Measuring rear wheel sag unloaded
- 11.7 Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
- 11.8 Checking the riding sag of the shock absorber
- 11.9 Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber x
- 11.10 Adjusting the riding sag x
- 11.11 Checking basic setting of fork
- 11.12 Adjusting the compression damping of the fork
- 11.13 Adjusting the rebound damping of the fork
- 11.14 Handlebar position
- 11.15 Adjusting the handlebar position x
12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
- 12.1 Raising the motorcycle with a lift stand
- 12.2 Removing the motorcycle from the lift stand
- 12.3 Bleeding fork legs
- 12.4 Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs
- 12.5 Loosening the fork protector
- 12.6 Positioning the fork protector
- 12.7 Removing the fork legs
- 12.8 Installing the fork legs x
- 12.9 Removing the fork protector x
- 12.10 Installing the fork protector x
- 12.11 Removing the lower triple clamp x
- 12.12 Installing the lower triple clamp x
- 12.13 Checking the steering head bearing play
- 12.14 Adjusting the play of the steering head bearing x
- 12.15 Lubricating the steering head bearing x
- 12.16 Removing the front fender
- 12.17 Installing the front fender
- 12.18 Removing the shock absorber x
- 12.19 Installing the shock absorber x
- 12.20 Removing the seat
- 12.21 Mounting the seat
- 12.22 Removing the air filter box lid
- 12.23 Installing the air filter box lid
- 12.24 Removing the air filter x
- 12.25 Installing the air filter x
- 12.26 Cleaning the air filter and air filter box x
- 12.27 Sealing the air filter box x
- 12.28 Removing the manifold x
- 12.29 Installing the manifold x
- 12.30 Removing the main silencer
- 12.31 Installing the main silencer
- 12.32 Changing the glass fiber yarn filling of the main silencer x
- 12.33 Removing the right side cover
- 12.34 Installing the right side cover
- 12.35 Removing the fuel tank x
- 12.36 Installing the fuel tank x
- 12.37 Checking for chain dirt accumulation
- 12.38 Cleaning the chain
- 12.39 Checking the chain tension
- 12.40 Adjusting the chain tension
- 12.41 Checking the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket and chain guide
- 12.42 Checking the frame x
- 12.43 Checking the swingarm x
- 12.44 Checking the routing of the throttle cable
- 12.45 Checking the rubber grip
- 12.46 Additionally securing the rubber grip
- 12.47 Adjusting the basic position of the clutch lever
- 12.48 Checking/rectifying the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch
- 12.49 Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid x
- 12.50 Removing the engine guard
- 12.51 Installing the engine guard
13 BRAKE SYSTEM
- 13.1 Checking free travel of hand brake lever
- 13.2 Adjusting free travel of hand brake lever (FE EU, FE AUS)
- 13.3 Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever (FE 501 USA)
- 13.4 Checking the brake discs
- 13.5 Checking the front brake fluid level
- 13.6 Adding front brake fluid x
- 13.7 Checking the front brake linings
- 13.8 Changing the front brake linings x
- 13.9 Checking the free travel of foot brake lever
- 13.10 Adjusting the basic position of the foot brake lever x
- 13.11 Checking the rear brake fluid level
- 13.12 Adding rear brake fluid x
- 13.13 Checking the rear brake linings
- 13.14 Changing the rear brake linings x
14 WHEELS, TIRES
- 14.1 Removing the front wheel x
- 14.2 Installing the front wheel x
- 14.3 Removing the rear wheel x
- 14.4 Installing the rear wheel x
- 14.5 Checking the tire condition
- 14.6 Checking the tire air pressure
- 14.7 Checking spoke tension
15 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- 15.1 Removing the battery x
- 15.2 Installing the battery x
- 15.3 Charging the battery x
- 15.4 Changing the main fuse
- 15.5 Changing the fuses of individual power consumers
- 15.6 Removing the headlight mask with the headlight
- 15.7 Installing the headlight mask with the headlight
- 15.8 Changing the headlight bulb
- 15.9 Changing the turn signal bulb (FE EU, FE AUS)
- 15.10 Checking the headlight setting
- 15.11 Adjusting the headlight range
- 15.12 Changing the speedometer battery
16 COOLING SYSTEM
- 16.1 Cooling system
- 16.2 Checking the antifreeze and coolant level
- 16.3 Checking the coolant level
- 16.4 Draining the coolant x
- 16.5 Refilling coolant x
17 TUNING THE ENGINE
- 17.1 Checking the play in the throttle cable
- 17.2 Adjusting the play in the throttle cable x
- 17.3 Adjusting the idle speed x
- 17.4 Checking the basic position of the shift lever
- 17.5 Adjusting the basic position of the shift lever x
18 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE
- 18.1 Changing the fuel screen x
- 18.2 Checking the engine oil level
- 18.3 Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the oil screens x
- 18.4 Adding engine oil
19 CLEANING, CARE
- 19.1 Cleaning the motorcycle
- 19.2 Checks and maintenance steps for winter operation
20 STORAGE
- 20.1 Storage
- 20.2 Preparing for use after storage
21 TROUBLESHOOTING
22 BLINK CODE
23 TECHNICAL DATA
- 23.1 Engine
- 23.2 Engine tightening torques
- 23.3 Capacities
  - 23.3.1 Engine oil
  - 23.3.2 Coolant
  - 23.3.3 Fuel
- 23.4 Chassis
- 23.5 Electrical system
- 23.6 Tires
- 23.7 Fork
- 23.8 Shock absorber
- 23.9 Chassis tightening torques
24 SUBSTANCES
25 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES
26 STANDARDS
INDEX
- A
- B
- C
- D
- E
- F
- H
- I
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Husqvarna FE 450 2014 Owner's Manual

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Husqvarna FE 450 2014 Motorcycle Specification

The Husqvarna FE 450 2014 is a high-performance off-road motorcycle engineered for enduro racing and extreme trail riding. At its core, the motorcycle is powered by a robust 449.3cc, single-cylinder, four-stroke engine that features a DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) configuration for efficient power delivery. The engine is equipped with electronic fuel injection, ensuring precise throttle response and optimal fuel efficiency. This powerplant is paired with a six-speed gearbox that provides smooth and versatile transmission across various terrains.

The frame of the FE 450 is constructed from high-strength chromium-molybdenum steel, offering an excellent balance of rigidity and lightweight properties. Complementing the frame is a set of WP Suspension components: a 48mm USD (Upside Down) front fork and a linkage-mounted rear shock absorber, both fully adjustable for compression and rebound damping. This advanced suspension setup ensures superior handling and stability, even in the most challenging conditions.

Braking is handled by Brembo components, with a 260mm front disc and a 220mm rear disc, providing exceptional stopping power and control. The motorcycle rides on black anodized rims with CNC-machined hubs, and the tires are specifically chosen for optimal grip and durability in off-road environments. The FE 450 features a compact, ergonomic design that includes a slim seat, a narrow tank, and a streamlined bodywork, allowing for maximum rider mobility and comfort.

Additional technical highlights include an electric starter for convenience, a high-capacity cooling system to maintain optimal engine temperatures, and a multifunctional digital instrument display that provides essential information at a glance. The Husqvarna FE 450 2014 stands out as a well-rounded, technologically advanced machine built to excel in the rigorous demands of enduro racing.

Husqvarna FE 450 2014 Motorcycle F.A.Q.

What type of oil should I use for the Husqvarna FE 450 2014 motorcycle?

It is recommended to use a high-quality synthetic 10W-50 motorcycle oil that meets or exceeds JASO MA2 specifications for the Husqvarna FE 450 2014.

How often should I change the oil on my Husqvarna FE 450 2014?

The oil should be changed every 15 hours of operation or after every race, whichever comes first, to ensure optimal engine performance and longevity.

What is the procedure to adjust the chain tension on the Husqvarna FE 450 2014?

To adjust the chain tension, place the bike on a stand, loosen the axle nut, turn the chain adjusters evenly on both sides until the chain has about 5-10 mm of slack, and then retighten the axle nut.

How can I troubleshoot starting issues with my Husqvarna FE 450 2014?

Check the battery charge, inspect the spark plug for wear or fouling, ensure the fuel is fresh, and verify that the fuel filter and air filter are clean.

What maintenance should I perform regularly to keep my Husqvarna FE 450 2014 in good condition?

Regular maintenance includes checking and changing the oil and oil filter, cleaning the air filter, inspecting and adjusting the chain, checking tire pressure, and inspecting the brake pads and brake fluid level.

How do I properly clean the air filter on the Husqvarna FE 450 2014?

Remove the air filter from the bike, wash it in warm soapy water, rinse it thoroughly, let it dry completely, and then apply a suitable air filter oil before reinstalling.

What should I do if the Husqvarna FE 450 2014 overheats during a ride?

If the bike overheats, stop riding immediately, allow the engine to cool down, check the coolant level, and inspect for any radiator or hose damage. Refill coolant if necessary.

How do I adjust the suspension on the Husqvarna FE 450 2014 for off-road riding?

Adjust the suspension by setting the correct sag, usually around 105 mm for off-road, and fine-tune the compression and rebound settings according to the terrain and your riding style.

What are the recommended tire pressures for the Husqvarna FE 450 2014 for trail riding?

For trail riding, it is recommended to set the front tire pressure to 12 psi and the rear tire pressure to 12 psi to ensure optimal traction and handling.

How do I replace the brake pads on a Husqvarna FE 450 2014?

To replace the brake pads, remove the caliper from the disc, take out the old pads, push the caliper pistons back, insert new pads, and reinstall the caliper. Ensure everything is securely fastened.