Yamaha BEARTRACKER YFM250XP Owner'S Manual Download

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6-8

If any abnormality is noticed during this peri-
od, consult a Yamaha dealer.

1. 0 ~ 10 hours:

Avoid continuous operation above half
throttle. Allow a cooling off period of five
to ten minutes after every hour of opera-
tion. Vary the speed of the machine from
time to time. Do not operate it at one set
throttle position.

2. 10 ~ 20 hours:

Avoid prolonged operation above 3/
4 throttle. Rev the machine freely through
the gears but do not use full throttle at
any time.

3. After break-in:

Avoid prolonged full throttle operation.
Vary speeds occasionally.

EBU00211

Parking
When parking, stop the engine and shift into
neutral. Turn the fuel cock to “OFF” and apply
the parking brake.

1. Lock plate

Summary of Contents for BEARTRACKER YFM250XP

Page 1: ...4XE F8199 14 LIT 11626 15 03 READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age WARNING YFM250XP C OWNER S MANUAL ...

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Page 5: ...mation about special techniques and skills necessary to ride your machine It also includes basic mainte nance and inspection procedures If you have any questions regarding the operation or mainte nance of your machine please consult a Yamaha dealer AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE READ THIS MANUAL TOGETHER WITH TIPS FOR THE ATV RIDER CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE MAKE SURE YOU ...

Page 6: ...tions The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the machine operator a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the machine CAUTION A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the machine NOTE A NOTE provides key information to make proc...

Page 7: ...D noise level and spark arrester laws and regulations in effect at the time of manufacture Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this machine EBU00531 YFM250XP C OWNER S MANUAL 2001 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st Edition April 2001 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is express...

Page 8: ...n number 3 2 Vehicle identification number 3 3 Model label 3 3 1 2 3 CONTROL FUNCTIONS 4 1 Main switch 4 1 Indicator lights 4 2 Handlebar switches 4 2 Throttle lever 4 4 Speed limiter 4 5 Front brake lever 4 6 Rear brake pedal and lever 4 6 Parking brake 4 8 Shift pedal 4 9 Drive select lever 4 9 Recoil starter 4 10 Fuel tank cap 4 11 Fuel cock 4 12 Starter choke 4 13 Seat 4 14 Storage box 4 15 Fr...

Page 9: ...select lever operation and reverse driving 6 4 Shifting 6 5 To start out and accelerate 6 6 To decelerate 6 7 Engine break in 6 7 Parking 6 8 Parking on a slope 6 9 Accessories and loading 6 10 RIDING YOUR ATV 7 1 Getting to know your ATV 7 3 Ride with care and good judgement 7 4 Be careful where you ride 7 16 Turning your ATV 7 23 Climbing uphill 7 25 Riding downhill 7 30 Crossing a slope 7 32 Cr...

Page 10: ...ke fluid replacement 8 19 Front brake adjustment 8 19 Rear brake adjustment 8 21 Adjusting the rear brake light switch 8 23 Clutch adjustment 8 24 Cable inspection and lubrication 8 24 Brake lever and brake pedal lubrication 8 25 Steering shaft lubrication 8 26 Wheel removal 8 27 Wheel installation 8 27 Battery 8 29 Replenishing the battery fluid 8 31 Fuse replacement 8 32 Replacing the headlight ...

Page 11: ...SPECIFICATIONS 10 1 NOISE REGULATION 11 1 MAINTENANCE RECORD 12 1 ATV LIMITED WARRANTY 13 1 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 14 1 10 11 12 13 14 ...

Page 12: ...1 1 EBU00464 1 LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS ...

Page 13: ...all of the labels on your machine They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your ATV Never remove any labels from your ATV If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer 1 2 ...

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Page 15: ...1 4 6 7 8 9 PULLING LOAD 3230 N 3 3 0 k g f 727 l b f TONGUE WEIGHT 147 N 1 5 k g f 33 l b f 4XE F151K 00 MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT MAXIMUM LOAD LIMIT ...

Page 16: ...struction Take a Training Course Begin ners should receive training from a certified instructor Contact an authorized ATV dealer or call 1 800 887 2887 to find out about the training courses nearest you Always follow the age recommendation A child under 16 years old should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90cc Never allow a child under age 16 to operate an ATV without adult super...

Page 17: ...pection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in this man ual Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footboards of the ATV during operation Always go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar terrain Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating the ATV Never operate on excessively rough slippery or loose terrain until you have lea...

Page 18: ... as described in this manual Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mastered the turning technique described in this manual on level ground Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll backwards when climbing a hil...

Page 19: ...y out the linings Always be sure there are no obstacles or people behind you when you operate in reverse When it is safe to proceed in reverse go slowly Always use the size and type tires specified in this manual Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in this manual Never modify an ATV through improper installation or use of accessories Never exceed the stated load capacity for an ATV C...

Page 20: ...en flames or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of wa ter heaters and clothes dryers When transporting the ATV in another vehicle be sure it is kept upright and that the fuel cock is in the OFF posi tion Otherwise fuel may leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank WHAT CAN HAPPEN Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injuries HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD If you should swallow some gasoline ...

Page 21: ...ng or running the engine in a closed area WHAT CAN HAPPEN Exhaust fumes are poisonous and may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always operate your ATV in an area with adequate ventilation ...

Page 22: ...ch 8 Front wheel 9 Headlight 10 Fuel cock 11 Starter choke 12 Recoil starter 13 Tail brake light 14 Rear wheel 15 Shift pedal 16 Drive select lever 17 Rear brake lever 18 Parking brake 19 Main switch 20 Front brake lever 21 Throttle lever 22 Handlebar switches NOTE The machine you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual ...

Page 23: ...nce when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen 1 KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ACA 02E 2 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ACA 02E 3 MODEL LABEL INFORMATION ACA 01E EBU00035 Key identification number The key identification number is stamped on the key as shown in the following illustration This number can be used for ordering a new key 1 Key identificatio...

Page 24: ...ication number NOTE The vehicle identification number is used to identify your machine EBU00787 Model label The model label is affixed to the location in the illustration Record the information on this la bel in the space provided This information will be needed to order spare parts from your Yamaha dealer 1 Model label ...

Page 25: ...result in serious injury or death EBU00041 Main switch Functions of the respective switch positions are as follows ON Engine can be started only at this position and the headlight and taillight come on when the light switch is on OFF All electrical circuits are switched off The key can be removed in this position ...

Page 26: ...ht comes on when the trans mission is in neutral EBU00053 Handlebar switches 1 Lights switch LIGHTS 2 Engine stop switch ENG STOP 3 Start switch START EBU00054 Engine stop switch ENG STOP Make sure that the engine stop switch is in the RUN position The engine stop switch controls ignition and can be used at all times to stop the engine especially in an emergency The en gine will not start or run w...

Page 27: ...to switch on the low beam and the taillight Turn the switch to the HI position to switch on the high beam and the taillight Turn the switch to the OFF position to switch off the headlight and the taillight CAUTION Do not use the headlight with the engine turned off for more than thirty minutes The battery may discharge to the point that the starter motor will not operate properly If this should ha...

Page 28: ...ttle to be sure it is operating smoothly Make sure it returns to the idle position as soon as the le ver is released 1 Throttle lever WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Malfunction of throttle WHAT CAN HAPPEN The throttle could be hard to operate making it difficult to speed up or slow down when you need to This could cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Check the operation of the throttle lever before...

Page 29: ...ATV 1 Locknut 2 Adjuster a 12 mm 0 47 in WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper adjustment of the speed limit er and throttle WHAT CAN HAPPEN The throttle cable could be damaged Improper throttle operation could result You could lose control have an acci dent or be injured HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not turn the speed adjuster out more than 12 mm 0 47 in Always make sure the throttle lever free play is...

Page 30: ...andlebar to ap ply the front brake 1 Front brake lever EBU00073 Rear brake pedal and lever The brake pedal is located on the right side of the machine and the brake lever is located on the left handlebar Push down on the pedal or pull the lever toward the handlebar to apply the rear brake 1 Rear brake pedal ...

Page 31: ...4 7 1 Rear brake lever ...

Page 32: ...rking brake WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could start moving unexpect edly if the parking brake is not applied before starting the engine This could cause loss of control or a collision The brake could overheat if you ride the ATV without releasing the parking brake You could lose braking perfor mance which could cause an accident You could also wear out the brakes prematurely HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Al...

Page 33: ...ft pedal is located on the left side of the engine Neutral is at the bottom position 1 Shift pedal N Neutral position EBU00085 Drive select lever The drive select lever is used for driving the machine either forward or in reverse Refer to page 6 4 for drive select lever operation 1 Drive select lever ...

Page 34: ... rope all the way out 1 Recoil starter WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Starting the engine in gear and or start ing the engine without setting the park ing brake WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could start to move unexpect edly which could cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Put the transmission in neutral and set the parking brake before starting the en gine ...

Page 35: ...4 11 EBU00092 Fuel tank cap Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun terclockwise 1 Fuel tank cap ...

Page 36: ...turn the lever to this position when the engine is not running ON With the lever in this position fuel flows to the carburetor Normal riding is done with the lever in this position RES This indicates reserve If you run out of fuel while riding turn the lever to this position THEN FILL THE FUEL TANK AT THE FIRST OPPORTUNITY After refuelling return the fuel cock lever to the ON position ...

Page 37: ...uel mixture A separate starter circuit supplies this mixture Move in direction a to turn on the starter choke Move in direction b to turn off the starter choke Refer to Starting a cold engine for proper op eration See page 6 1 1 Fully open 2 Half open 3 Closed A Starter choke ...

Page 38: ...4 14 EBU00567 Seat To remove the seat pull the seat lock lever upward and pull up the seat at the rear 1 Seat lock lever ...

Page 39: ...n the seat at the rear NOTE Make sure that the seat is securely fitted EBU00581 Storage box CAUTION To protect from damage do not put metal products like tools or sharply edged prod ucts directly in the storage box If they must be stored wrap them in appropriate cushion material _ Maximum load limit 2 kg 4 4 lb ...

Page 40: ...ad as follows To increase the spring preload turn the ad juster in direction a To decrease the spring preload turn the ad juster in direction b a Increase spring preload b Decrease spring preload EBU00112 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death Maximum load limit 30 kg 66 lb Maximum load limit 45 kg 99 lb Standard position B A Minimum Soft E Maximum Hard ...

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Page 42: ...8 17 8 23 Fuel Check fuel level Fill with fuel if necessary 5 5 5 6 Engine oil Check oil level Fill with oil if necessary 5 7 8 5 8 8 Final gear oil Check for leakage 5 8 8 9 8 10 Throttle Check for proper throttle cable operation 5 8 8 16 Wheels and tires Check tire pressure wear and damage 5 9 5 12 8 27 8 28 Fittings and Fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners 5 8 Lights Check for proper oper...

Page 43: ...erly maintain the ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure the ATV is in safe op erating condition Always follow the inspection and main tenance procedures and schedules de scribed in the Owner s Manual ...

Page 44: ...rake fluid level Add fluid if necessary See pages 8 18 8 19 Brake fluid leakage Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out of the hose joint or master cylinder of the front brake Apply the brake firmly for one minute If the lever moves slowly inward there may be a leak in the brake system If there is any leak age the brake system should be inspected by a Yamaha dealer Brake operation Test the ...

Page 45: ...ng ability which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always check the brakes at the start of every ride Do not ride the ATV if you find any problem with the brakes If a problem cannot be corrected by the ad justment procedures provided in this manual have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer ...

Page 46: ...engine has been designed to use regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number R M 2 of 86 or higher or research octane number of 91 or higher If knocking or pinging occurs use a different brand of gasoline or premium unleaded fuel Unleaded fuel will give you longer spark plug life and reduced maintenance cost Recommended fuel UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Fuel tank capacity Total 12 L 2 64 Imp gal ...

Page 47: ...vel WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper care when refueling WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fuel can spill which can cause a fire and severe injury Fuel expands when it heats up If the fuel tank is overfilled fuel could spill out due to heat from the engine or the sun HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not overfill the fuel tank Be careful not to spill fuel especially on the engine or exhaust pipe Wipe up any spilled fuel ...

Page 48: ...which will cause clutch and or starter clutch slippage resulting in reduced com ponent life and poor engine performance _ Recommended oil Recommended engine oil classification API Service SE SF SG type or higher 10 0 30 50 70 90 110 SAE 5W30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 YAMALUBE 4 20W40 or SAE20W40 YAMALUBE 4 10W30 or SAE10W30 130 F 50 C Oil quantity Periodic oil change 1 5 L 1 3 Imp qt 1 6 US qt With oil ...

Page 49: ...per operation EBU00152 Fittings and Fasteners Always check the tightness of chassis fittings and fasteners before a ride Take the machine to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Man ual for correct tightening torque EBU00803 Lights Check the headlight and tail brake light to make sure they are in working condition Re pair as necessary for proper operation EBU00155 Switches Check the operation o...

Page 50: ...1E Manufacturer Size Type Front CARLISLE AT22 7 10 TRAIL WOLF DUNLOP AT22 7 10 KT 701 CHENG SHIN AT22 7 10 M 905 Rear CARLISLE AT22 10 10 TRAIL WOLF DUNLOP AT22 10 10 KT 705 CHENG SHIN AT22 10 10 M 906 2 The tires should be set to the rec ommended pressure Recommended tire pressure Front 20 kPa 0 20 kgf cm2 2 9 psi Rear 25 kPa 0 25 kgf cm2 3 6 psi Check and adjust tire pressures when the tires are...

Page 51: ...g pressures when seating the tire beads Front 250 kPa 2 5 kgf cm2 36 psi Rear 250 kPa 2 5 kgf cm2 36 psi Higher pressures may cause the tire to burst Inflate the tires very slowly and carefully Fast inflation could cause the tire to burst ...

Page 52: ...ng Dust or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading to be incorrect Set pressure with tires cold Set tire pressures to the following specifica tions ACE 02EACE 02E 1 Low pressure tire gauge Recommended pressure Minimum Maximum Front 20 kPa 0 20 kgf cm2 2 9 psi 17 kPa 0 17 kgf cm2 2 5 psi 23 kPa 0 23 kgf cm2 3 3 psi Rear 25 kPa 0 25 kgf cm2 3 6 psi 22 kPa 0 22 kgf cm2 3 2 psi 28 kPa 0 28 kgf...

Page 53: ...5 12 EBU00160 Tire wear limit When the tire groove decreases to 3 mm 0 12 in due to wear replace the tire a 3 mm 0 12 in ...

Page 54: ...ut being familiar with all controls WHAT CAN HAPPEN Loss of control which could cause an accident or injury HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Read the Owner s Manual carefully If there is a control or function you do not understand ask your Yamaha dealer WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Freezing control cables in cold weather WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be unable to control the ATV which could lead to an accident or ...

Page 55: ...hift into neutral before starting the engine _ 5 Use the starter choke in reference to the figure Position 1 Cold engine start ambient temperature below 5 C 40 F Position 2 Cold engine start ambient temperature at 0 C 30 F 30 C 90 F and warm ing up position Position 3 Cold engine start ambient tem perature above 25 C 80 F and warm engine start position 1 Fully open 2 Half open 3 Closed a Starter c...

Page 56: ...starter choke in position 2 keep the starter choke in this position to warm up the engine 8 Continue warming up the engine until it idles smoothly and return the starter choke to position 3 before riding CAUTION _ See the Engine break in section prior to operating engine for the first time _ EBU00180 Starting a warm engine To start a warm engine refer to the Starting a cold engine section The star...

Page 57: ...ed position 2 Apply the rear brake pedal 3 Shift the transmission into first gear 4 While pulling the lock release button move the drive select lever toward the rear until it completely stops 1 Drive select lever 2 Lock release button a Forward b Reverse NOTE When in reverse the reverse indicator light should be on If the light does not come on ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the machine 5 Check be...

Page 58: ... etc To shift into neutral return the throttle lever to its original position and repeatedly de press the shift pedal until it stops 1 Shift pedal N Neutral position WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly operating in reverse WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could hit an obstacle or person be hind you resulting in serious injury HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When you shift into reverse make sure there are no obstacles ...

Page 59: ...ive train may result 2 Shift into first gear and release the shift pedal 3 Open the throttle gradually 4 Once the machine has attained adequate speed release the throttle lever 5 Shift into second gear and release the shift pedal 6 Open the throttle gradually 7 Follow the same procedure when shifting to the next higher gear WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Opening the throttle before releasing the shift p...

Page 60: ...ing During the first 20 hours the various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full throttle oper ation or any condition which might result in ex cessive engine heating must be avoided However momentary 2 3 seconds maxi mum full throttle operation under load does not harm the engine Each full throttle acceler ation sequence...

Page 61: ...f the machine from time to time Do not operate it at one set throttle position 2 10 20 hours Avoid prolonged operation above 3 4 throttle Rev the machine freely through the gears but do not use full throttle at any time 3 After break in Avoid prolonged full throttle operation Vary speeds occasionally EBU00211 Parking When parking stop the engine and shift into neutral Turn the fuel cock to OFF and...

Page 62: ...TENTIAL HAZARD Parking on a hill or other incline WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could roll out of control in creasing the chance of an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Avoid parking on hills or other inclines If you must park on an incline put the machine in low gear apply the parking brake and block the front and rear wheels with rocks or other objects Do not park the ATV at all on hills that are so st...

Page 63: ... suitability of them Choose a genuine Yamaha accessory or one that is equiva lent in design and quality Accessories should be rigidly and securely mounted An accessory which can shift po sition or come off while you are riding could affect your ability to control the ATV Do not mount an accessory where it could interfere with your ability to control the ATV Examples include but are not limited to ...

Page 64: ...include the tongue weight in the maxi mum vehicle load limit Load cargo on the carrier as close to the center of the vehicle as possible Put cargo at the front of the rear carrier Center the load from side to side Tie down cargo securely to the carriers Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot move around A shifting load can cause an acci dent Make sure the load does not interfere with controls or yo...

Page 65: ...ss at very slow speeds Avoid hills and rough terrain Choose ter rain carefully Added weight affects the sta bility and handling of the ATV WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow ing cargo improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause changes in vehicle han dling which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never exceed the stated load capacity for this ATV Cargo shoul...

Page 66: ...6 13 EBU00901 WARNING _ Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death ...

Page 67: ...7 1 7 1 Riding Your ATV ...

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Page 69: ...ills acquired through practice over a period of time Take the time to learn the basic tech niques well before attempting more difficult maneuvers Riding your new ATV can be a very enjoyable activity providing you with hours of pleasure But it is essential to familiarize yourself with the operation of the ATV to achieve the skill necessary to enjoy riding safely Before you begin to ride be sure you...

Page 70: ... techniques well before attempting more difficult maneu vers WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV without proper in struction WHAT CAN HAPPEN The risk of an accident is greatly in creased if the operator does not know how to operate the ATV properly in dif ferent situations and on different types of terrain HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Beginning and inexperienced operators should complete the ce...

Page 71: ...lure to follow the age recommenda tions for this ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use by children of ATVs that are not rec ommended for their age can lead to se vere injury or death of the child HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD A child under 16 should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90cc ...

Page 72: ... on this ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this ATV Could cause an accident resulting in harm to you and or your passenger HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never carry a passenger The long seat is to allow the operator to shift position as needed during operation It is not for carrying passengers ...

Page 73: ... the event of an acci dent Operating with out eye protection can result in an accident and increases your chances of a severe injury in the event of an accident Operating without protective clothing in creases your chances of severe injury in the event of an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always wear an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly You should also wear eye protection goggles or ...

Page 74: ...rugs WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV after consuming al cohol or drugs WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could seriously affect your judgment Could cause you to react more slowly Could affect your balance and percep tion Could result in an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while driving this ATV ...

Page 75: ... op erating condition Always follow the inspection and main tenance procedures and schedules de scribed in the Owner s Manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV with improper tires or with improper or uneven tire pres sure WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use of improper tires on this ATV or op eration of this ATV with improper or un even tire pressure may cause loss of control increasing your risk of an ...

Page 76: ...e speed limiter limits the power and top speed of the ATV Turning the screw in decreases top speed and turning it out increases top speed 1 Locknut 2 Adjuster WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases your chances of losing con trol of the ATV which can result in an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always go at a spee...

Page 77: ... Pulling load total weight of trailer and cargo 330 kgf 728 lbf Tongue weight vertical weight on trailer hitch point 15 kgf 33 lbf WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow ing cargo improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause changes in vehicle han dling which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never exceed the stated load capacity for this ATV Cargo should be pro...

Page 78: ...n WHAT CAN HAPPEN Removing even one hand or foot can re duce your ability to control the ATV or could cause you to lose your balance and fall off of the ATV If you remove a foot from a footboard your foot or leg may come into contact with the rear wheels which could injure you or cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always keep both hands on the handle bars and both feet on the footboards of ...

Page 79: ... the ATV or overturn WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Attempting wheelies jumps and other stunts WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the chance of an accident in cluding an overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt stunts such as wheelies or jumps Don t try to show off ...

Page 80: ...andling which in some situ ations could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never modify this ATV through improp er installation or use of accessories All parts and accessories added to this ve hicle should be genuine Yamaha or equivalent components designed for use on this ATV and should be installed and used according to instructions If you have questions consult an autho rized ATV deale...

Page 81: ...T CAN HAPPEN Dry grass or brush or other combustible material accumulated around the en gine area could catch fire Someone touching the exhaust system during or after operation could be burned HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not operate idle or park the ATV in dry grass or other dry ground cover Keep the engine area free of dry grass brush or other combustible material Do not touch the hot exhaust syst...

Page 82: ... POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on paved surfaces WHAT CAN HAPPEN ATVs are designed for off road use only Paved surfaces may seriously affect handling and control of the ATV and may cause the vehicle to go out of con trol HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always avoid paved surfaces including sidewalks driveways parking lots and streets ...

Page 83: ...WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on public streets roads or highways WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can collide with another vehicle HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV on any public street road or highway even a dirt or gravel one In many states it is illegal to operate ATVs on public streets roads and high ways ...

Page 84: ...TIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating this ATV on unfamiliar terrain WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can come upon hidden rocks bumps or holes without enough time to react Could result in the ATV overturning or going out of control HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Go slowly and be extra careful when op erating on unfamiliar terrain Always be alert to changing terrain con ditions when operating the ATV ...

Page 85: ...uld cause loss of traction or vehicle control which could result in an acci dent including an overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not operate on excessively rough slippery or loose terrain until you have learned and practiced the skills neces sary to control the ATV on such terrain Always be especially cautious on these kinds of terrain ...

Page 86: ...de in areas posted no trespassing Do not ride on private property without getting permission WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating in areas where you might not be seen by other off road vehicles WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be in a collision You could be injured HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always mount a caution flag on the ATV to make you more visible Watch care fully for other vehicles ...

Page 87: ...erwards do not allow skin or clothing to come in contact with these components With the engine idling lift the shift pedal to the 1st gear position and then release the parking brake Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly The centrifugal clutch will engage and you will start to accelerate Once the ATV has at tained adequate speed release the throttle and lift the shift pedal to the 2nd gear positi...

Page 88: ...e engaging a lower gear Improp er use of the brakes or shifting can cause the tires to lose traction reducing control and in creasing the possibility of an accident WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Engaging a lower gear when the engine speed is too high WHAT CAN HAPPEN The wheels could stop rotating This could cause loss of control an accident and injury It could also cause engine or drive train damage HO...

Page 89: ... the desired direc tion As you do so put your weight on the footboard to the outside of the turn opposite your desired direction and lean your upper body into the turn Use the throttle to maintain an even speed through the turn This maneu ver will let the wheel on the inside of the turn slip slightly allowing the ATV to make the turn properly WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Turning improperly WHAT CAN HA...

Page 90: ...at Once you have learned this technique you should be able to perform it at higher speeds or in tighter curves Improper riding procedures such as abrupt throttle changes excessive braking incorrect body movements or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may cause the ATV to tip If the ATV begins to tip over to the outside while negotiating a turn lean more to the in side It may also be nece...

Page 91: ... to lose control It is important when climbing a hill to make sure that your weight is transferred forward on the ATV This can be accomplished by lean ing forward and on steeper inclines standing on the footboards and leaning forward over the handlebars WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating on excessively steep hills WHAT CAN HAPPEN The vehicle can overturn more easily on extremely steep hills than o...

Page 92: ...ed in this Own er s Manual Always check the terrain carefully be fore you start up any hill Never climb hills with excessively slip pery or loose surfaces Shift your weight forward Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes The ATV could flip over backwards Never go over the top of any hill at high speed An obstacle a sharp drop or another vehicle or person could be on the other ...

Page 93: ... Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mastered the turning technique as described in the Owner s Manual on level ground Be very careful when turning on any hill Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible When crossing the side of a hill Always follow proper procedures as de scribed ...

Page 94: ...easily tip over backwards In stead dismount the ATV immediately on the uphill side WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Stalling rolling backwards or improper ly dismounting while climbing a hill WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could result in ATV overturning HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use proper gear and maintain steady speed when climbing a hill If you lose all forward speed Keep weight uphill Apply the brakes Lock the parkin...

Page 95: ...7 29 Dismount on uphill side or to a side if pointed straight uphill Turn the ATV around and remount following the pro cedure described in the Owner s Manu al ...

Page 96: ...ownhill Avoid sharp angles which could al low the ATV to tip or roll over Carefully choose your path and ride no faster than you will be able to react to obstacles which may appear WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Going down a hill improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for go ing down hills as described i...

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Page 98: ... slightly up hill When riding on slopes be sure not to make sharp turns either up or down hill If your ATV does begin to tip over gradually steer in the downhill direction if there are no obstacles in your path As you regain proper balance gradually steer again in the direction you wish to travel WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause los...

Page 99: ... When crossing the side of a hill Always follow proper procedures as de scribed in the Owner s Manual Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV ...

Page 100: ... slowly and carefully WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV through deep or fast flowing water WHAT CAN HAPPEN Tires may float causing loss of traction and loss of control which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV in fast flowing water or in water deeper than that spec ified in your Owner s Manual Remember that wet brakes may have re duced stopping abilit...

Page 101: ...fying that you have regained proper braking ability CAUTION _ After riding your ATV in water be sure to drain the trapped water by removing the check hose at the bottom of the air filter case Wash the ATV in fresh water if it has been operated in salt water or muddy con ditions _ 1 Check hose ...

Page 102: ...ing the ATV as loss of control and damage to the ATV may result WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly operating over obstacles WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or a colli sion Could cause the ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Before operating in a new area check for obstacles Never attempt to ride over large obsta cles such as large rocks or fallen trees When you go over obstacles a...

Page 103: ...the tendency for the front wheels to slide in loose or slippery conditions position ing your weight over the front wheels will sometimes help If the rear wheels of your ATV start to slide sideways control can usually be regained if there is room to do so by steering in the direc tion of the slide Applying the brakes or accel erating is not recommended until you have corrected the slide ...

Page 104: ...ces such as ice since all control may be lost WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Skidding or sliding improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN You may lose control of this ATV You may also regain traction unexpectedly which may cause the ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Learn to safely control skidding or slid ing by practicing at low speeds and on level smooth terrain On extremely slippery surfaces such as ice go ...

Page 105: ...n to regain balance If necessary gradually let off the throttle and or steer to the outside of the turn See pages 7 23 7 24 If your ATV starts to slide sideways Steer in the direction of the slide if you have the room Applying the brakes or accelerat ing is not recommended until you have cor rected the slide See pages 7 37 7 38 If your ATV can t make it up a hill you are trying to climb Turn the A...

Page 106: ...TV is going to tip over dis mount on the uphill side See pages 7 32 7 33 If your ATV encounters shallow water Ride slowly and carefully through slow moving water watching for obstacles Be sure to let water drain from the ATV and CHECK YOUR BRAKES FOR PROPER OPERATION when you come out of the water Do not continue to ride your ATV un til you have regained adequate braking ability See pages 7 34 7 3...

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Page 108: ... recommended to put this owner s manual in the vinyl bag and always carry it un der the seat as shown Put the owner s tool kit and low pressure tire gauge in the storage box 1 Owner s manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Servicing an engine while it is running WHAT CAN HAPPEN Moving parts can catch clothing or parts of the body causing injury Electrical components can cause shocks or can start fires HO...

Page 109: ...uiring one take your machine to a Yamaha dealer to check the torque settings and adjust them as neces sary _ WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV with improper modi fications WHAT CAN HAPPEN Improper installation of accessories or modification of this vehicle may cause changes in handling which in some situ ations could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never modify this ATV throu...

Page 110: ...ry Cylinder head breather system Check breather hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary Exhaust system Check for leakage Retighten if necessary Replace gasket if necessary Spark arrester Clean Fuel line Check fuel hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary Engine oil Replace Warm engine before draining Engine oil filter Clean Engine oil strainer Clean Final gear oil Check oil level oil ...

Page 111: ...l chassis fittings and fasteners Correct if necessary Battery Check specific gravity Check that the breather hose is working properly Correct if necessary ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL EVERY 1 month 3 months 6 months 6 months 1 year NOTE Recommended brake fluid DOT 4 Brake fluid replacement 1 When disassembling the master cylinder or cali per replace the brake fluid Normally check the brake fluid level and...

Page 112: ... least ten minutes until the oil level settles before checking _ 3 Remove the dipstick and wipe it off with a clean rag Insert the dipstick in the filler hole without screwing it in 4 Remove the dipstick and inspect the oil level 5 The oil level should be between the max imum and minimum marks If the level is low add oil to raise it to the proper level CAUTION _ Make sure no foreign material enter...

Page 113: ...container under the engine 4 Remove the dipstick and drain bolt to drain the oil CAUTION _ When removing the drain bolt the com pression spring oil strainer and O ring will fall out Take care not to lose these parts _ 1 Drain bolt 2 O ring 3 Compression spring 4 Oil strainer 5 Remove the oil filter cover and oil filter 1 Oil filter cover 2 Oil filter 3 O ring ...

Page 114: ...install the O ring compression spring and oil strainer _ 10 Fill the engine with oil and install the dip stick CAUTION _ Be sure no foreign material enters the crankcase _ 11 Warm up the engine for several minutes at idle speed Check for oil leakage while warming up Tightening torque Drain bolt engine 43 Nm 4 3 m kgf 31 ft lbf Oil filter cover bolt 10 Nm 1 0 m kgf 7 2 ft lbf Recommended oil See pa...

Page 115: ...t idling until oil begins to seep from the oil gallery If no oil comes out after one minute turn the engine off so it will not seize and find the cause 1 Oil gallery bolt 2 Cloth 4 Start the engine and check the oil pres sure 5 After checking tighten the oil gallery bolt to the specified torque CAUTION _ Be sure to inspect the oil pressure after re placing the engine oil _ Tightening torque Oil ga...

Page 116: ...e hole If the level is low add oil to raise it to the proper level CAUTION _ Be sure no foreign material enters the final gear case _ 3 Install the oil filler bolt and tighten it to the specified torque 1 Final gear oil 2 Correct oil level 3 Oil filler bolt Final gear oil replacement 1 Remove the final gear case cover Tightening torque Oil filler bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf ...

Page 117: ...Be sure no foreign material enters the final gear case _ 7 Install the filler bolt and tighten to the specified torque 8 Check for oil leakage If oil leakage is found check for the cause 9 Install the final gear case cover Tightening torque Drain bolt final gear case 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf Recommended oil See page 10 2 Oil quantity Periodic oil change 0 25 L 0 22 Imp qt 0 26 US qt Total amount ...

Page 118: ...ttempt to diagnose such problems yourself Instead take the machine to a Yamaha deal er You should periodically remove and in spect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode If electrode erosion becomes excessive you should replace the spark plug with one of the proper type Before installing the spark plug measure the electrode gap with a feel...

Page 119: ...ing NOTE _ There is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter case If dust or water collects in this hose empty the hose and clean the air filter element and air filter case _ 1 Check hose 1 Remove the seat Refer to page 4 14 for removal and installation procedures 2 Remove the air filter case cover 1 Air cleaner case cover Tightening torque Spark plug 17 5 Nm 1 75 m kgf 12 5 ft lbf ...

Page 120: ... air filter element 1 Air filter element 2 Foam cover 5 Tap the element lightly to remove most of the dust and dirt Blow out the remaining dirt with compressed air as shown If the element is damaged replace it 6 Wash the foam cover gently but thor oughly in water or solvent ...

Page 121: ...r case for obstructions Check the air cleaner rubber joint to the carburetor and manifold fittings for an airtight seal Tighten all fittings securely to avoid the possibility of unfil tered air entering the engine _ CAUTION _ Never operate the engine with the air filter element removed This will allow unfiltered air to enter causing rapid engine wear and possible engine damage Additionally op erat...

Page 122: ...isturbed by someone without sufficient technical knowledge poor engine perfor mance and damage may result EBU00301 Idle speed adjustment NOTE A diagnostic tachometer must be used for this procedure 1 Start the engine and warm it up for a few minutes at approximately 1 000 to 2 000 r min Occasionally rev the engine to 4 000 to 5 000 r min The engine is warm when it quickly responds to the throttle ...

Page 123: ...ce must be adjusted regularly This adjust ment however should be left to a professional Yamaha service technician EBU00307 Throttle lever adjustment NOTE Adjust the engine idling speed before adjust ing the throttle lever free play 1 Loosen the locknut 2 Turn the adjusting bolt until the throttle le ver free play is 3 5 mm 0 12 0 20 in 3 Tighten the locknut 1 Adjusting bolt 2 Locknut a Free play ...

Page 124: ...eed to be removed to inspect the brake pads See page 8 26 for removal proce dures EBU00313 Rear brake shoe inspection A wear indicator is provided on the rear brake This indicator allows checking of brake shoe wear without disassembling the brake Apply the rear brake and check the position of the in dicator If the indicator reaches the wear limit line ask a Yamaha dealer to replace shoes as a set ...

Page 125: ...gnated quality brake flu id Otherwise the rubber seals may dete riorate causing leakage and poor brake performance 3 Refill with the same type of brake fluid Mixing fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction and lead to poor brake performance 4 Be careful that water does not enter the master cylinder when refilling Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result ...

Page 126: ...ler replace the fol lowing components during periodic main tenance or when they are damaged or leaking Replace all rubber seals every two years Replace all hoses every four years EBU00623 Front brake adjustment The front brake lever should have a free play of zero mm zero in at the lever end If not ask a Yamaha dealer to adjust it a Free play ...

Page 127: ... accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD After servicing Make sure the brakes operate smoothly and that the free play is cor rect Make sure the brakes do not drag Make sure the brakes are not spongy All air must be bled from the brake system Replacement of brake components re quires professional knowledge These procedures should be performed by a Yamaha dealer ...

Page 128: ...e brake cable 1 Brake cable adjusting nut 2 Brake rod adjusting nut 2 Turn the adjusting nut on the brake rod until free play at the pedal is 20 30 mm 0 8 1 2 in a Free play Brake lever 1 Loosen the locknut and fully turn in the adjusting bolt on the handlebar 1 Locknut 2 Adjusting bolt ...

Page 129: ...rovide a gap of 0 1 mm 0 0 04 in between the cam shaft lever and pin 1 Brake cable adjusting nut a Gap 3 Turn the adjusting bolt until free play reaches 5 7 mm 0 2 0 3 in at the le ver pivot 1 Locknut 2 Adjusting bolt a Free play 4 Tighten the locknut ...

Page 130: ... place To make the brake light come on earlier turn the adjusting nut in direction a To make the brake light come on later turn the adjusting nut in direction b WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating with improperly serviced or adjusted brakes WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD After servicing Make sure the brakes operate smoothly and...

Page 131: ...clutch free play and turn it clock wise to increase the free play EBU00356 Cable inspection and lubrication Tightening torque 15 Nm 1 5 m kgf 11 ft lbf WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Damaged control cables WHAT CAN HAPPEN Corrosion can result when the outer covering of control cables becomes damaged Cables can also become frayed or kinked Operation of controls could be restricted which could cause an ac...

Page 132: ...t operate smoothly ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them EBU00717 Brake lever and brake pedal lubrication Lubricate the pivoting parts Recommended lubricant Yamaha chain and cable lube or SAE 10W30 motor oil Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all purpose grease ...

Page 133: ...8 26 EBU00370 Steering shaft lubrication Lubricate the pivot points Use a grease gun Recommended lubricant Lithium soap base grease ...

Page 134: ...e stand under the frame 2 Remove the nuts from the wheel 3 Remove the wheel assembly EBU00828 Wheel installation When installing a wheel reverse the removal procedure NOTE _ The arrow mark on the tire must point to ward the rotating direction of the wheel _ 1 Arrow mark ...

Page 135: ...sed for both front and rear wheels Install the nut with its tapered side towards the wheel 2 Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque 1 Tapered nut Wheel nut torque Front 55 Nm 5 5 m kgf 40 ft lbf Rear 55 Nm 5 5 m kgf 40 ft lbf ...

Page 136: ...w CAUTION Do not leave or store the battery on its side When inspecting the battery be sure the breather hose is routed correctly If it touches the frame or exists in such a way as to cause battery electrolyte or gas to exit onto the frame structural and cosmet ic damage to the machine can occur 1 Battery 2 Battery breather hose 3 Clamp 3 ...

Page 137: ...th skin eyes or cloth ing Always shield eyes when working near batteries Keep out of reach of chil dren Antidote EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of wa ter or milk Follow with milk of magne sia beaten egg or vegetable oil Get prompt medical attention EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Keep batteries away from sparks flames cig arettes or ...

Page 138: ...and battery CAUTION _ Normal tap water contains minerals which are harmful to a battery Therefore refill only with distilled water _ 5 When the machine is not to be used for a month or longer remove the battery and store it in a cool dark place Completely recharge the battery before reusing 6 If the battery is to be stored for a longer period than the above check the specific gravity at least once...

Page 139: ...nsult a Yamaha dealer 1 Main fuse 2 Spare fuse CAUTION To prevent accidental short circuiting turn off the main switch when checking or replacing a fuse Specified fuse 20 A WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Using an improper fuse WHAT CAN HAPPEN An improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system which could lead to a fire HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always use a fuse of the specified rat ing Never use ...

Page 140: ...dlight bulb If the headlight bulb burns out replace the bulb as follows 1 Remove the headlight cover 1 Headlight cover 2 Remove the cover and turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove the defective bulb 1 Cover 2 1 Bulb holder ...

Page 141: ...ake this adjustment 1 Vertical adjustment To raise the beam turn the adjusting screw clockwise To lower the beam turn the screw coun terclockwise 1 Adjusting screw 2 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD The headlight bulb is hot when it is on and immediately after it is turned off WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can be burned or a fire could start if the bulb touches something flamma ble HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Wait for ...

Page 142: ... See page 4 15 2 Remove the nuts together with washers 1 Storage box 2 Nut 2 3 Remove the bulb holder together with the bulb by turning it counterclockwise 1 Bulb holder 4 Remove the defective bulb from the bulb holder by pushing it inward and turning it counterclockwise ...

Page 143: ...6 1 Bulb holder 2 Bulb 5 Install a new bulb in the bulb holder by pushing it inward and turning it clockwise 6 Install the bulb holder together with the bulb 7 Install the washers and then install the nuts ...

Page 144: ...w the exhaust pipe to cool 4 Install the purging bolt and tighten it WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly purging the exhaust system Hot exhaust system WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could injure the eyes Could cause burns Could cause carbon monoxide poison ing possibly leading to death Could start a fire HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When cleaning the spark arrester Always let the exhaust system cool pri or to touchin...

Page 145: ...er ship have the tools experience and know how to properly service your machine Use only genuine Yamaha parts on your machine Imitation parts may look like Yamaha parts but they are often inferior Consequently they have a shorter service life and can lead to ex pensive repair bills WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Checking the fuel system while smok ing or near an open flame WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fuel can ignit...

Page 146: ... is compression There is compression Compression normal No compression Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect 3 Ignition Remove plug and check electrode Wet Wipe clean with dry cloth Dry Attach plug cap and ground to chassis Use the electric starter Spark good Ignition system normal Spark weak Adjust plug gap or replace plug No spark Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect 4 Battery Use electric starter Engine tur...

Page 147: ...egreaser to the wheel axles 3 Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose Use only enough pressure to do the job CAUTION Excessive water pressure may cause wa ter seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings brakes transmission seals and electrical devices Many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high pressure detergent applications such as those available in coin operated ca...

Page 148: ...Many contain abrasives which may mar the paint or protective finish When finished start the engine and let it idle for several minutes WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operation with wet brakes after wash ing WHAT CAN HAPPEN Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability increasing the chance of an acci dent HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Test the brakes after washing Apply the brakes several times at slow speeds ...

Page 149: ... be drained instead _ 2 Remove the spark plug pour about one tablespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil in the spark plug hole and rein stall the spark plug Ground the spark plug wire and turn the engine over seve ral times to coat the cylinder wall with oil 3 Lubricate all control cables 4 Block up the frame to raise all wheels off the ground 5 Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe outlet to pr...

Page 150: ...charge it Store it in a dry place and recharge it once a month Do not store the battery in an ex cessively warm or cold place less than 0 C 30 F or more than 30 C 90 F NOTE _ Make any necessary repairs before storing the machine _ ...

Page 151: ... 39 5 in 1 118 mm 44 0 in 780 mm 30 7 in 1 170 mm 46 0 in 150 mm 5 9 in 2 900 mm 114 in Basic weight With oil and full fuel tank 212 kg 467 lb Engine Type Cylinder arrangement Displacement Bore Stroke Compression ration Starting system Lubrication system Air cooled 4 stroke SOHC Single cylinder forward inclined 229 6 cm3 71 58 mm 2 79 2 28 in 8 7 1 Electric starter and recoil starter Wet sump ...

Page 152: ...qt 1 9 US qt Final gear case oil Type Quantity Total amount SAE80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil 0 27 L 0 23 Imp qt 0 29 US qt Air filter Dry type element Fuel Type Tank capacity Reserve amount UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY 12 L 2 64 Imp gal 3 17 US gal 1 6 L 0 35 Imp gal 0 42 US gal Carburetor Type quantity Manufacturer BST34 1 MIKUNI Spark plug Type Manufacturer Gap DR7EA NGK 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in MODEL ...

Page 153: ...ion Spur gear 73 22 3 318 Shaft drive 19 18 46 11 4 414 Constant mesh 5 speed forward 1 speed reverse Left foot operation Gear ratio 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Reverse 34 12 2 833 34 19 1 789 29 22 1 318 26 25 1 040 23 28 0 821 73 22 34 12 19 18 9 924 Chassis Frame type Caster angle Trail Steel tube 4 20 mm 0 78 in Tire Type Size Front Size Rear Tubeless AT22 7 10 AT22 10 10 MODEL YFM250X ...

Page 154: ... absorber Front Rear Coil spring Oil damper Coil spring Oil damper Wheel travel Front Rear 125 mm 4 9 in 135 mm 5 3 in Electrical Ignition system Generator system Battery type voltage capacity DC C D I AC magneto YB14A A2 12V 14AH Headlight type Bulb Bulb voltage wattage quantity Headlight Tail brake light Indicator light Neutral Reverse 12V 25W 25W 2 12V 5 21W 1 12V 1 7W 1 12V 1 7W 1 MODEL YFM250...

Page 155: ...y new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person AMONG THOSE ACTS PRESUMED TO CONSTITUTE TAMPERING ARE THE ACTS LISTED BELOW These acts include tampering with the following systems i e modification remo...

Page 156: ...ne in accordance with the warranty The chart below is printed only as a re minder to you that the maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work ACL 02E MAINTENANCE INTERVAL DATE OF SERVICE MILEAGE SERVICING DEALER NAME AND ADDRESS REMARKS 1 Month 3 Months 6 Months 12 Months 18 Months 24 Months 30 Months 36 Months 42 Months 48 Months 54 Months 60 Months ...

Page 157: ...13 1 EBU00432 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A ATV LIMITED WARRANTY ...

Page 158: ...13 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 ...

Page 159: ...14 1 EBU00435 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S ...

Page 160: ...14 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 ...

Page 161: ...EBU00436 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death ...

Page 162: ...EBU00438 ...

Page 163: ...DRUGS OR ALCOHOL ALWAYS USE AN APPROVED HELMET AND PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER USE ON PUBLIC ROADS NEVER CARRY PASSENGERS NEVER operate without proper training or instruction at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions on public roads a collision can occur with another vehicle with a passenger passengers affect balance and steering and increase risk of losing control LOCATE AND READ OWNER S MAN...

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