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vent this from occurring, keep the drive
chain slack within the specified limits.

[ECB00542]

6. Pull the rod out, and then tighten the rear axle

pinch bolts to the specified torque in the order
shown.

EBU24882

Lubricating the drive chain

The drive chain must be cleaned and lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or wet areas.
Service the drive chain as follows.

NOTICE

ECB00561

The drive chain must be lubricated after wash-
ing the ATV or riding in the rain or wet areas.

1. Clean the drive chain with kerosene and a

small soft brush.

NOTICE:

To prevent dam-

aging the O-rings, do not clean the drive
chain with steam cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate solvents.

[ECB00571]

Tightening torque:

Rear axle pinch bolt:

21 Nm (2.1 m·kgf, 15 ft·lbf)

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Summary of Contents for YFM700RA

Page 1: ...MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO 1AS 28199 61 READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT CE MANUEL Il comprend d importantes informations de sécurité LEA ESTE MANUAL ATENTAMENTE Contiene indicaciones importantes acerca de la seguridad DIC183 ...

Page 2: ...PRINTED IN JAPAN 2010 02 0 5 1 CR E F S PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER IMPRIMÉ SUR PAPIER RECYCLÉ IMPRESO EN PAPEL RECICLADO YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD DIC183 ...

Page 3: ...READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information OWNER S MANUAL YFM7RA YFM7RSEA YFM700RA YFM700RSEA 1AS 28199 61 E0 U1AS61E0 book Page 1 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 4: ...her Directives of EEC If applicable YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N V Koolhovenlaan 101 1119 NC Schiphol Rijk The Netherlands Signature Shinya Shimada Date of Issue to which this declaration applies conforms to the essential health and safety requirements of Directive 2006 42 EC To effect correct application of the essential health and safety requirements stated in the Directives of EEC the following standa...

Page 5: ...cludes important safety information It provides information about special tech niques and skills necessary to ride the ATV It also includes basic maintenance and inspection proce dures If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your ATV please consult a Yamaha dealer AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE Read this manual completely before operating your ATV Make sure you understand ...

Page 6: ...fety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential per sonal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this sym bol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the vehicle or other property A TIP provides key informa...

Page 7: ... Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV EBU17390 YFM7RA YFM7RSEA YFM700RA YFM700RSEA OWNER S MANUAL 2010 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition January 2010 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan U1AS61E0 book Page 1 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 8: ...ke lever 4 8 Brake pedal 4 8 Parking brake lever 4 9 Shift pedal 4 10 Reverse knob REV 4 10 Fuel tank cap 4 11 Fuel 4 11 Seat 4 13 Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies 4 14 Adjusting the rear shock absorber assembly 4 19 PRE OPERATION CHECKS 5 1 Fuel 5 4 Engine oil 5 4 Coolant 5 4 Front and rear brakes 5 4 Throttle lever 5 5 Drive chain 5 5 Tires 5 5 Chassis fasteners 5 7 Instruments ligh...

Page 9: ... 9 Checking the spark plug 8 9 Engine oil and oil filter element 8 12 Coolant 8 16 Cleaning the air filter element 8 20 Cleaning the spark arrester 8 24 Adjusting the engine idling speed 8 26 Adjusting the throttle cable free play 8 27 Valve clearance 8 28 Adjusting the reverse lock release cable 8 28 Brakes 8 28 Checking the front and rear brake pads 8 29 Checking the brake fluid level 8 30 Chang...

Page 10: ...and lower arm pivots 8 42 Lubricating the steering shaft 8 43 Battery 8 43 Replacing a fuse 8 46 Replacing a headlight bulb 8 48 Adjusting a headlight beam 8 49 Tail brake light 8 50 Removing a wheel 8 50 Installing a wheel 8 50 Troubleshooting 8 51 Troubleshooting charts 8 52 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 Cleaning 9 1 Storage 9 2 SPECIFICATIONS 10 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 11 1 Identification numbers 11 ...

Page 11: ...ls on your ATV These labels contain important information for safe and proper operation Never remove any labels from your ATV If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off request a replace ment label from your Yamaha dealer For Europe 1 1 4 5 2 3 6 7 U1AS61E0 book Page 1 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 12: ...1 2 1 4AA 22259 40 1S3 2156A 10 YFM700R 35 0 kW 192 kg 4D3 2816L 20 8AC 2817L 00 YAMAHAMOTORCO LTD 2500SHINGAI IWATA JAPAN 2010 1 2 4 3 U1AS61E0 book Page 2 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 13: ...1 3 1 1AS 2816P 00 27 5 kPa 0 275 kgf cm 4 0 psi 27 5 kPa 0 275 kgf cm 4 0 psi 4D3 2816M M0 43P 28199 01 7 6 5 U1AS61E0 book Page 3 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 14: ...ildren under age 10 to operate this ATV Operation of this ATV by children under the age of 10 increases the risk of severe injury or death Adult supervision required for children under age 16 NEVER permit children under age 12 to operate this ATV Operation of this ATV by children under the age of 12 increases the risk of severe injury or death Adult supervision required for children under age 16 N...

Page 15: ...or death Turning the ATV in 4WD LOCK DIFF LOCK takes more effort Operate at a slow speed and allow extra time and distance for maneuvers to avoid loss of control This pictogram shows the loading limits and or maximum load capacity for this ATV Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual Load may include the driver passenger human protective gear accessories goods luggage and...

Page 16: ...ing can cause loss of control Loss of control can result in severe injury or death This pictogram shows trailer Hitch Tongue weight limit Weight on the trailer tongue Overloading can cause loss of control Loss of control can result in severe injury or death 1 2 3 Model Name Max Power Mass In Running Order 1 Year of construction U1AS61E0 book Page 6 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 17: ...1 7 1 For Oceania 4 5 2 3 1 1 U1AS61E0 book Page 7 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 18: ...1 8 1 4AA 22259 40 2 1 U1AS61E0 book Page 8 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 19: ...DEATH 5FE 2151H 01 WARNING Improper ATV use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH ALWAYS USE NEVER USE NEVER CARRY NEVER USE AN APPROVED ON PUBLIC PASSENGERS WITH DRUGS HELMET AND ROADS OR ALCOHOL PROTECTIVE GEAR 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 passen...

Page 20: ...ld if he or she does not have the abilities to operate it safely Never carry a passenger on an ATV Always avoid operating an ATV on any paved surfaces including sidewalks driveways park ing lots and paved streets Never operate an ATV on any paved street paved road or motorway Watch carefully for other vehicles when operat ing on unpaved public streets or roads Make sure you know your country s law...

Page 21: ...escribed in this manual Check the ter rain carefully before you start up any hill Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose sur faces Shift your weight forward Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes Never go over the top of a hill at high speed Always follow proper procedures for going down hills and for braking on hills as described in this manual Check the terrai...

Page 22: ...pping ability Test your brakes after leaving water If necessary apply them several times to let friction dry 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 of tires specified in this manual Always maintain proper tire pressure as de scribed in this manual Never modif...

Page 23: ...esh air and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT Do not run engine indoors Even if you try to ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open windows and doors carbon monoxide can rapidly reach dangerous levels Do not run engine in poorly ventilated or par tially enclosed areas such as barns garages or carports Do not run engine outdoors where engine exhaust can be drawn into a building through openings such as wind...

Page 24: ...screw 6 Rear shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping 7 Rear shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting screw for slow compression damping 8 Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut 9 Shift pedal 1 2 3 4 4 6 7 8 9 5 10 10 Engine oil tank drain bolt U1AS61E0 book Page 1 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 25: ...g bolt for fast compression damping 9 Front shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting screw for slow compression damping 10 Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut 11 Front shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw 12 Crankcase engine oil drain bolt 1 2 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 13 12 14 11 13 Brake pedal 14 Rear brake light switch U1AS61E0 book Page...

Page 26: ...slightly from the figures shown in this manual 1 Clutch lever 2 Parking brake lever 3 Main switch 4 Front brake fluid reservoir 5 Brake lever 6 Throttle lever 7 Reverse knob 8 Fuel tank cap 9 Handlebar switches 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 U1AS61E0 book Page 3 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 27: ...llows ON All electrical systems are supplied with power The headlights and taillight come on when the light switch is on and the engine can be started The key cannot be removed OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be re moved 1 Main switch OFF ON 1 U1AS61E0 book Page 1 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 28: ...ight can be checked by turning the key to ON The warning light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the warning light does not come on initially when the key is turned to ON or if the warning light re mains on have a Yamaha dealer check the electri cal circuit NOTICE ECB00010 The engine may overheat if the ATV is over loaded In this case reduce the load to spec ification Start the e...

Page 29: ...r flashes when an electrical circuit monitoring the engine is not work ing correctly When this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the self diagnosis system See page 4 5 for an explanation of the self diagnosis device The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON The warning light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the warning light does not com...

Page 30: ...l enable you to plan future fuel stops TIP Pushing and holding in the SELECT button and turning the key to ON while the button is pushed switches the display between mph and km h Clock mode Push and hold SELECT button for at least three seconds to switch the display between the clock mode CLOCK and the hour meter mode HOUR in the following order CLOCK HOUR CLOCK To set the clock 1 Set the display ...

Page 31: ...cate an error code If the multi function display indicates an error code note the code number and then have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle NOTICE ECB00811 If the multi function display indicates an error code the vehicle should be checked as soon as possible in order to avoid engine damage EBU18061 Handlebar switches 1 Error code display 1 1 Light switch OFF 2 Engine stop switch 3 Start switch ...

Page 32: ...eams and the taillight Set the switch to OFF to turn off all the lights NOTICE ECB00041 Do not use the headlights with the engine turned off for an extended period of time oth erwise the battery may discharge to the point that the starter motor will not operate properly If this should happen remove the battery and recharge it See page 8 43 for battery charging information EBU18282 Throttle lever O...

Page 33: ...djusting screw out more than 12 mm 0 47 in or the throttle cable could be dam aged Always make sure the throttle lever free play is adjusted to 2 0 4 0 mm 0 08 0 16 in See page 8 27 WARNING Improper ad justment of the speed limiter and throttle could cause throttle cable damage or im proper throttle operation You could lose control resulting in an accident EWB00241 3 Tighten the locknut EBU18382 C...

Page 34: ... the distance between the brake lever and the handlebar grip hold the brake lever away from the handlebar so it does not contact the adjusting bolt loosen the locknut turn the adjust ing bolt and then tighten the locknut EBU18432 Brake pedal The brake pedal is located on the right side of the ATV To apply the rear brake push down on the brake pedal 1 Clutch lever 1 Brake lever 2 Locknut 3 Brake le...

Page 35: ...ially on a slope To apply the parking brake move the parking brake lever in direction a To release the parking brake move the parking brake lever in direction b 1 Brake pedal 1 1 Parking brake lever locked position 1 Parking brake lever unlocked position U1AS61E0 book Page 9 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 36: ...aking performance which could cause an accident You could also wear out the brakes prematurely EBU18540 Shift pedal This ATV is equipped with a constant mesh 5 speed forward and 1 speed reverse transmission The shift pedal is located on the left side of the en gine and is used in combination with the clutch when shifting EBU18641 Reverse knob REV The reverse knob is used to shift into reverse See ...

Page 37: ... gasoline vapors are extremely flammable To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling fol low these instructions 1 Before refueling turn off the engine and be sure that no one is sitting on the vehicle Nev er refuel while smoking or while in the vicinity 1 Reverse knob REV 1 1 Fuel tank cap 1 U1AS61E0 book Page 11 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 38: ... cloth since fuel may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts ECB00981 4 Turn the fuel tank cap fully clockwise to make sure it is securely closed WARNING EWB02531 Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or death Handle gasoline with care Never siphon gasoline by mouth If you should swallow some gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline vapor or get some gasoline in your eyes see your 1 Filler...

Page 39: ...with a research octane number of 91 or higher If knocking or pinging oc curs use a gasoline of a different brand Use of un leaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs EBU29890 Seat To remove the seat Push the seat lock lever backward and pull up the seat at the rear To install the seat Fit the slot in the seat onto the projection on the fuel tank insert the projection on t...

Page 40: ...with your bare hand or skin until suspension components have cooled Always adjust the shock absorber assem blies on the left and right side to the same setting Uneven adjustment can cause poor handling and loss of stability which could lead to an accident NOTICE ECB00090 Never turn an adjusting mechanism beyond the minimum and maximum settings TIP Although the total number of clicks or turns of a ...

Page 41: ...nch can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment The spring preload setting is determined by measuring distance A shown in the illustration The shorter distance A is the higher the spring preload the longer distance A is the lower the spring preload With each complete turn of the adjusting nut distance A is changed by 1 5 mm 0 06 in 1 Spring preload adjusting nut 2 Locknut 3 Special ...

Page 42: ... Turn the rebound damping force adjusting screw in direction a to increase the rebound damping force and thereby harden the damping and in di rection b to decrease the rebound damping force and thereby soften the damping 1 Distance A Tightening torque Locknut 42 Nm 4 2 m kgf 30 ft lbf 1 1 Rebound damping force adjusting screw 1 a b U1AS61E0 book Page 16 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 43: ...rection b Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 20 click s in direction b Standard 12 click s in direction b Maximum hard 3 click s in direction b With the adjusting screw fully turned in di rection a 1 Compression damping force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping Compression damping setting for fast com pression damping Minimum soft 4 turn s out from the fully turned in posi tion Standard ...

Page 44: ...k absorber assemblies Do not tamper with or attempt to open the cylinder assemblies Do not subject the shock absorber assem blies to an open flame or other high heat source This may cause the unit to explode due to excessive gas pressure Do not deform or damage the cylinders in any way Cylinder damage will result in poor damping performance 1 Compression damping force adjusting screw for slow comp...

Page 45: ... hand or skin until the suspension components have cooled NOTICE ECB00090 Never turn an adjusting mechanism beyond the minimum and maximum settings TIP Although the total number of clicks or turns of a damping force adjusting mechanism may not ex actly match the following specifications due to small differences in production the actual number of clicks or turns always represents the entire ad just...

Page 46: ...e turn of the adjusting nut distance A is changed by 1 5 mm 0 06 in 3 Tighten the locknut to the specified torque NOTICE Always tighten the locknut against the adjusting nut and then tighten it to the specified torque ECB00081 1 Spring preload adjusting nut 2 Locknut 3 Special wrench 1 b a 2 3 Spring preload setting Minimum soft Distance A 243 0 mm 9 57 in Standard Distance A 233 0 mm 9 17 in Maxi...

Page 47: ...d thereby harden the compression damping turn the compression damping force adjusting bolt in direc tion a To decrease the compression damping force and thereby soften the compression damp ing turn the adjusting bolt in direction b Tightening torque Locknut 42 Nm 4 2 m kgf 30 ft lbf 1 Rebound damping force adjusting screw 1 b a Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 20 click s in direction b Standar...

Page 48: ...ion damp ing turn the adjusting screw in direction b 1 Compression damping force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping Compression damping setting for fast com pression damping Minimum soft 4 turn s out from the fully turned in posi tion Standard 2 turn s out from the fully turned in posi tion Maximum hard Adjusting bolt fully turned in 1 b a 1 1 Compression damping force adjusting screw for...

Page 49: ...plode due to ex cessive gas pressure Do not deform or damage the cylinder in any way Cylinder damage will result in poor damping performance Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out shock absorber assembly yourself Take the shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha deal er for any service Compression damping setting for slow com pression damping Minimum soft 16 click s in direction b Standard 11 click s ...

Page 50: ... by the procedures provided in this manual have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer Before using this vehicle check the following points ITEM ROUTINE PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank and add recommended fuel if neces sary Check fuel line for leakage Correct if necessary 4 11 5 4 Engine oil Check oil level in engine and add recommended oil to specified lev el if necessary Check ATV for ...

Page 51: ...ion and correct if necessary Lubricate cable if necessary Check lever free play and adjust if necessary 8 35 Throttle lever Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate cable and lever hous ing if necessary Check cable free play and adjust if necessary 5 5 8 27 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 8 39 Drive chain Check chain slack and adjust if necessary Check ...

Page 52: ... lever pivoting points if necessary 8 40 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened 5 7 Instruments lights and switches Check operation and correct if necessary 5 7 ITEM ROUTINE PAGE U1AS61E0 book Page 3 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 53: ... If the pedal height is incorrect have a Yamaha dealer adjust it Check the operation of the lever and pedal They should move smoothly and there should be a firm feeling when the brakes are applied If not have a Yamaha dealer check the brake system Brake fluid level Check the brake fluid level Add fluid if necessary See page 8 30 Brake fluid leakage Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out of...

Page 54: ... of this vehicle with im proper tire pressure may cause severe injury or death from loss of control or rollover Tire pressure below the minimum specified could also cause the tire to dislodge from the rim un der severe riding conditions EWB02541 Set tire pressures to the following specifications The low pressure tire gauge is included as stan dard equipment Make two measurements of the tire pressu...

Page 55: ...beless tires with valves WARNING EWB02551 Use of improper tires on this ATV may cause loss of control increasing your risk of an acci dent After extensive tests only the tires listed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1 Low pressure tire gauge 1 Tire wear limit U1AS61E0 book Page 6 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 56: ...t be appropriate EBU19840 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are prop erly tightened EBU19850 Instruments lights and switches Check that all instruments lights and switches are working properly Correct if necessary Front Manufacturer model DUNLOP KT341 Radial Size AT21 x 7R10 Type Tubeless Rear Manufacturer model DUNLOP KT345 Radial Size AT20 x 10R9 Type Tubeless U1AS61E0 b...

Page 57: ...for a few seconds then go off Coolant temperature warning light Fuel level warning light Engine trouble warning light NOTICE ECB00824 If a warning light does not go off see page 4 2 for the corresponding warning light circuit check To avoid possible damage do not oper ate the ATV if a warning light stays on 3 Shift the transmission into neutral The neutral indicator light should come on if it does...

Page 58: ...f power you have available at a given speed or for starting accelerating climb ing hills etc To shift into neutral release the throttle lever ap ply the clutch and then repeatedly depress the shift pedal until it stops When it stops it will be in first gear Raise the pedal slightly to reach the neutral position and then re lease the clutch EBU20592 To start out and accelerate 1 Release the throttl...

Page 59: ...d apply the brakes smoothly and evenly As you slow down shift to a lower gear Be sure that the engine has sufficiently slowed before engaging a lower gear Improper use of the brakes or shifting can cause the tires to lose traction reducing con trol and increasing the possibility of an accident WARNING EWB00710 Make sure the engine has sufficiently slowed before shifting to a lower gear Engaging a ...

Page 60: ...B00170 Before shifting stop the ATV otherwise the transmission may be damaged 1 Bring the ATV to a complete stop apply the clutch lever and then shift the transmission into first gear 2 While applying the brake pedal turn the re verse knob clockwise with your right hand 3 Apply the clutch lever and shift the transmis sion into reverse by pressing down on the shift pedal and then release the revers...

Page 61: ... and polish themselves to the correct operating clear ances During this period prolonged full throttle operation or any condition that might result in en gine overheating must be avoided 0 160 km 0 100 mi or 0 10 hours Avoid prolonged operation above 1 2 throttle Vary the speed of the ATV regularly Do not operate it at one set throttle position 160 320 km 100 200 mi or 10 20 hours Avoid prolonged ...

Page 62: ...ift into first gear stop the engine ap ply the parking brake and then block the front and rear wheels with rocks or other objects Never park the ATV on hills that are too steep to walk up easily 1 Bring the ATV to a stop by applying the front brake shift into first gear and then stop the engine 2 With the front and rear brakes applied apply the parking brake 3 Release the front and rear brakes 1 P...

Page 63: ... not suitable because of poten tial safety hazards to you or others Installing after market products or having other modifications performed to your ATV that change any of the ve hicle s design or operation characteristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death You are responsible for injuries related to changes in the vehicle Keep the following in mind when considering ...

Page 64: ... the maximum ATV load limit Load cargo on the carriers as close to the center of the ATV as possible Put cargo at the rear of the front carrier at the front of the rear carrier and center it Tie down cargo securely to the carriers Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot move around A shifting load can cause an accident Make sure the load does not interfere with con trols or your ability to see where...

Page 65: ...7 1 7 EBU21141 RIDING YOUR ATV U1AS61E0 book Page 1 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 66: ...al completely and un derstand the operation of the controls Pay partic ular attention to the safety information on pages 2 1 2 4 Also read all warning and notice labels on your ATV RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD JUDGMENT Get training if you are inexperienced WARNING EWB01381 Do not operate this ATV or allow anyone else to operate it without proper instruction The risk of an accident is greatly increased ...

Page 67: ...01390 A child under 16 should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90 cc Use by chil dren of ATVs that are not recommended for their age can lead to severe injury or death of the child This ATV is designed to carry the operator only passengers prohibited The long seat is to allow the operator to shift posi tion as needed during operation It is not for carry ing passengers WARNING Nev...

Page 68: ...Operating without an ap proved motorcycle helmet increases your chances of a severe head injury or death in the event of an accident EWB01411 Wear eye protection when operating your ATV to reduce the risk of a serious accident or injury Eye protection such as a face shield or goggles may reduce the risk of foreign material getting in your eyes and help prevent loss of vision WARNING Operating with...

Page 69: ...h time you use it to make sure the ATV is in safe operating condition Perform the pre operation checks listed on page 5 1 Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Own er s Manual WARNING Failure to inspect the ATV before operating it and to maintain it prop erly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage EWB01431 Speed limiter For rid...

Page 70: ...rol or ability to see where you are going Reduce speed and allow more room to stop A heavier vehicle takes longer to stop Avoid hills and rough terrain Choose terrain carefully Use extreme caution when towing or carrying a load on inclines Turn gradually and go slowly As originally equipped this ATV is not designed to carry cargo or tow a trailer If you choose to add ac cessories to carry cargo yo...

Page 71: ...heelies and jumping WARNING At tempting wheelies jumps and other stunts in creases the chance of an accident including an overturn Never attempt stunts such as wheelies or jumps Don t try to show off EWB01481 Modifications and accessories Never modify this ATV through improper installa tion or use of accessories or other modification All parts and accessories added to this ATV should be genuine Ya...

Page 72: ...em Do not park the ATV in a place where others might be likely to touch it The muffler and other engine parts become ex tremely hot during operation and remain hot after the engine has stopped To reduce the risk of fire during operation or after leaving the ATV do not let brush grass and other materials collect under the vehicle near the muffler or exhaust pipe or next to other hot parts Check und...

Page 73: ... with other vehicles Watch carefully for other vehicles Make sure you know your country s laws and regulations before you ride on unpaved public streets or roads Do not ride on any paved public street road or motorway WARNING Never operate this ATV on any paved street paved road or motorway You can collide with another vehicle EWB01521 Know the terrain where you ride Ride cautiously in unfamiliar ...

Page 74: ... Failure to use extra care when op erating on excessively rough slippery or loose terrain could cause loss of traction or ATV control which could result in an accident including an overturn EWB01541 When riding in an area where you might not easily be seen such as desert terrain mount a caution flag on the ATV DO NOT use the flag pole bracket as a trailer hitch WARNING You could collide with anoth...

Page 75: ...ot to accidentally move the shift pedal With the engine idling pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch and shift into 1st gear and then release the parking brake Open the throttle gradually and at the same time re lease the clutch lever slowly Once the ATV has at tained adequate speed release the throttle lever and at the same time quickly pull in the clutch le ver and shift into 2nd gear Op...

Page 76: ...g at low speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds Do not turn at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions ATV could go out of control causing a collision or overturn To achieve maximum traction on unpaved surfac es the two rear wheels turn together at the same speed Therefore unless the wheel on the inside of the turn is allowed to slip or lose some traction the ATV will resist t...

Page 77: ...ATV begins to tip over to the outside while negotiating a turn lean more to the inside It may also be necessary to gradually let off on the throttle and steer to the out side of the turn to avoid tipping over Remember Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughly familiar with the operation of your ATV CLIMBING UPHILL WARNING EWB01591 Climbing hills improperly can cause overturns or loss of control...

Page 78: ... person could be on the other side of the hill Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mastered the turning tech nique 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 pos sible When crossing the side of a hill shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV U1AS61E0 book Page 14 Thursday ...

Page 79: ...r possible ride straight up hills Slow down when you reach the crest of the hill if you cannot see clearly what is on the other side there could be another person an obstacle or a sharp drop off Use common sense and remember that some hills are too steep for you to climb or de scend If you are climbing a hill and you find that you have not properly judged your ability to make it to the top you sho...

Page 80: ...the procedure described in the Owner s Manual WARNING Stalling rolling backwards or improperly dismounting while climbing a hill could result in ATV overturning If you cannot control the ATV dismount immediately on the uphill side EWB01802 RIDING DOWNHILL WARNING EWB01131 Going down a hill improperly could cause overturns or loss of control Always follow proper procedures for going down hills as d...

Page 81: ...l When riding your ATV downhill shift your weight as far to the rear and uphill side of the ATV as pos sible Move back on the seat and sit with your arms straight Choose a low gear which will allow the en gine compression to do most of the braking for you Use caution while descending a hill with loose or slippery surfaces Braking ability and traction may be adversely affected by these surfaces Imp...

Page 82: ...quires you to properly position your weight to maintain proper balance Be sure that you have learned the basic riding skills on flat ground before attempting to cross a sloping surface Avoid slopes with slip pery surfaces or rough terrain that may upset your balance As you travel across a slope lean your body in the uphill direction It may be necessary to correct the steering when riding on loose ...

Page 83: ...ng shal low water of up to a maximum of 35 cm 14 in in depth Before entering the water choose your path carefully Enter where there is no sharp drop off and avoid rocks or other obstacles which may be slippery or upset the ATV Drive slowly and care fully Test your brakes after leaving the water If neces sary apply them several times to let friction dry out the linings Do not continue to ride your ...

Page 84: ...651 Riding improperly over obstacles could cause loss of control or a collision Before operating in a new area check for obstacles Never at tempt to ride over large obstacles such as large rocks or fallen trees When you go over obstacles always follow proper procedures as described in the Owner s Manual Riding over rough terrain should be done with cau tion Look out for obstacles which could cause...

Page 85: ...owly and be very cautious in order to re duce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control Care should be used when riding on loose or slip pery surfaces since the ATV may slide If unex pected and uncorrected sliding could lead to an accident To reduce the tendency for the front wheels to slide in loose or slippery conditions positioning your weight over the front wheels will sometimes help If...

Page 86: ...the turn Position your weight over the front wheels for better control See page 7 12 If your ATV begins to tip while turning Lean more into the turn to regain balance If nec essary gradually let off the throttle and or steer to the outside of the turn See page 7 12 If your ATV starts to slide sideways Steer in the direction of the slide if you have the room Applying the brakes or accelerating is n...

Page 87: ...u discover that the ATV is going to tip over dismount on the uphill side See page 7 18 If your ATV encounters shallow water Ride slowly and carefully through slow moving water watching for obstacles Be sure to let wa ter 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 until you have regained adequate braking ability See ...

Page 88: ...e engine when performing mainte nance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electri cal parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine while servicing can lead to eye injury burns fire or carbon monoxide poisoning possibly leading to death See page 2 1 for more information about carbon monoxide WARNING EWB02690 Brake disc...

Page 89: ...e tools provided in the owner s tool kit are in tended to assist you in the performance of preven tive maintenance and minor repairs However additional tools such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly TIP If you do not have the tools or experience required for a particular job have a Yamaha dealer perform it for you 1 Owner s manual 2 Owner s tool kit 3 ...

Page 90: ...by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools data and technical skills NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1300 800 2500 1600 2500 1600 5000 3200 hours 20 80 160 160 320 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or other damage and replace if necessary 2 Spark plug Check condition and clean regap or replace if necessary 3 Valves Ch...

Page 91: ...s and tighten all screw clamps and joints if necessary 7 Spark arrester Clean NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1300 800 2500 1600 2500 1600 5000 3200 hours 20 80 160 160 320 U1AS61E0 book Page 4 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 92: ...NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12 km mi 320 200 1300 800 2500 1600 2500 1600 5000 3200 hours 20 80 160 160 320 1 Air filter element Clean and replace if necessary Every 20 40 hours more often in wet or dusty areas 2 Clutch Check operation and adjust if necessary 3 Front brake Check operation and correct if necessary Check fluid level and ATV for...

Page 93: ...y 10 Swingarm pivots Check operation and for excessive play and re place bearings if necessary Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 11 Upper and lower arm pivots Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 12 Drive chain Check chain slack and adjust if necessary Check rear wheel alignment and correct if neces sary Clean and lubricate 13 Drive chain roller Check for wear and replace if necessary N...

Page 94: ...based grease 18 Steering system Check operation and repair or replace if damaged Check toe in and adjust if necessary 19 Engine oil Change Check ATV for oil leakage and correct if neces sary 20 Engine oil filter ele ment Replace 21 Cooling system Check coolant level and ATV for coolant leakage and correct if necessary Replace coolant Every 2 years 22 Moving parts and cables Lubricate NO ITEM CHECK...

Page 95: ...rse lock re lease cable Check operation and adjust or replace if neces sary 24 Throttle lever hous ing and cable Check operation and correct if necessary Check throttle cable free play and adjust if neces sary Lubricate throttle lever housing and cable 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation and correct if necessary 26 Lights and switches Check operation and correct if necessary Adjust he...

Page 96: ... panel Place the panel in the original position and install the bolts EBU23213 Checking the spark plug The spark plug is an important engine component which is easy to check Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode the spark plug should be removed and checked in accor dance with the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart In addition the condition of the spark plug can...

Page 97: ...tor around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medi um to light tan the ideal color when the ATV is ridden normally TIP If the spark plug shows a distinctly different color the engine could be operating improperly Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself In stead have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV 1 Spark plug cap 1 1 Spark plug wrench 1 U1AS61E0 book Page 10 Thursday February 11 ...

Page 98: ...lug threads 2 Install the spark plug with the spark plug wrench and then tighten it to the specified torque TIP If a torque wrench is not available when installing the spark plug a good estimate of the correct torque is 1 4 1 2 turn past finger tight However the spark plug should be tightened to the specified torque as soon as possible 3 Install the spark plug cap Specified spark plug NGK CR8E 1 S...

Page 99: ...ing the engine must have first completely cooled down and then warmed up again for several minutes to normal operating tem perature 3 Remove the engine oil tank filler cap and then wipe the engine oil dipstick off with a clean rag 4 Insert the dipstick in the filler hole without screwing it in and then remove it again to check the oil level TIP The engine oil should be between the minimum and maxi...

Page 100: ... is securely tightened other wise oil may seep out when the engine is running ECB00362 To change the engine oil with or without oil fil ter element replacement 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Start the engine warm it up for several min utes and then turn it off 3 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 4 Remove the crankcase engine oil filler cap and its O ring and then remo...

Page 101: ...IP Skip steps 6 9 if the oil filter element is not being replaced 6 Remove the oil filter element cover by remov ing the bolts 7 Remove the oil filter element and the O rings 1 Engine oil tank drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 1 2 1 Oil filter element cover 2 Bolt 2 1 U1AS61E0 book Page 14 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 102: ... filler cap to the specified torque 12 Pour only 1 3 L 1 37 US qt 1 14 Imp qt of the specified amount of the recommended en gine oil through the engine oil tank filler hole and then install and tighten the oil tank filler cap 13 Start the engine rev it several times and then turn it off 1 Oil filter element 2 O ring Tightening torque Oil filter element cover bolt 10 Nm 1 0 m kgf 7 2 ft lbf 1 2 2 T...

Page 103: ... II or higher Make sure that no foreign material enters the crankcase 16 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking immediately turn the engine off and check for the cause 17 Turn the engine off and then check the oil lev el and correct it if necessary EBU23470 Coolant The coolant level should be checked before each ride In additio...

Page 104: ...NOTICE If coolant is not available use distilled water or soft tap water instead Do not use hard water or salt water since they are harmful to the engine If water has been used instead of coolant replace it with coolant as soon as possible other wise the cooling system will not be pro tected against frost and corrosion If water has been added to the coolant have a Yamaha dealer check the antifreez...

Page 105: ...uld be burned by hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure Always place a thick rag over the cap when opening Allow any remaining pressure to escape before completely removing the cap 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Remove panel A See page 8 9 3 Place a container under the engine and then remove the coolant drain bolt and its gasket 1 Coolant reservoir cap Coolant reservoir capacity up to ...

Page 106: ...aining the coolant thoroughly flush the cooling system with clean tap water 8 Install the coolant drain bolt and its new gas ket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 1 Coolant drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 Radiator cap 1 1 2 1 1 Coolant reservoir cap 2 Coolant reservoir hose Tightening torque Coolant drain bolt 11 Nm 1 1 m kgf 8 0 ft lbf 1 2 U1AS61E0 book Page 19 Thursday February 11 2010 2 1...

Page 107: ...eck for coolant leakage TIP If any leakage is found have a Yamaha dealer check the cooling system 15 Install the panel EBU26805 Cleaning the air filter element The air filter element should be cleaned at the in tervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Clean or if necessary replace the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas TI...

Page 108: ...air filter case cover by unhooking the holders 4 Loosen the wing bolt 5 Remove the air filter element together with the wing bolt and washer 1 Air filter case check hose 1 1 Air filter case cover 2 Air filter case cover holder 2 1 2 U1AS61E0 book Page 21 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 109: ... the sponge material Never use low flash point sol vents or gasoline to clean the sponge ma terial because the engine could catch fire or explode EWB01941 9 Squeeze the excess solvent out of the sponge material and let it dry NOTICE Do not twist the sponge material when squeezing it ECB00441 1 Air filter element 2 Washer 3 Wing bolt 3 2 1 1 Sponge material 2 Air filter element frame 2 1 U1AS61E0 b...

Page 110: ...l the sponge material over the air filter ele ment frame 13 Apply all purpose grease to the air filter ele ment seat 14 Install the washer onto the air filter element frame and then insert the wing bolt into the hole in the air filter element frame NOTICE Be sure to install the washer with its curved side facing outward as shown ECB00453 1 Air filter element seat 1 U1AS61E0 book Page 23 Thursday F...

Page 111: ...lders onto the air filter case 17 Install the seat TIP The air filter element should be cleaned every 20 40 hours It should be cleaned and lubricated more often if the ATV is operated in extremely dusty ar eas Each time the air filter element maintenance is performed check the air inlet of the air filter case for obstructions Check the air filter case rubber joint to the throttle body and the rubb...

Page 112: ...f the tailpipe and inside of the tailpipe housing 4 Insert the tailpipe into the muffler and align the bolt holes 5 Install the bolt and tighten it to the specified torque 6 Remove the purging bolt and the gasket 1 Tailpipe 2 Bolt 2 1 1 Tailpipe 2 Spark arrester Tightening torque Tailpipe bolt 8 Nm 0 8 m kgf 5 8 ft lbf 1 2 U1AS61E0 book Page 25 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 113: ...arrester otherwise it could cause injury to the eyes burns carbon monox ide poisoning possibly leading to death and start a fire Always let the exhaust system cool prior to touching exhaust components Always wear eye protection and make sure no one is behind the ATV Make sure there are no combustible materi als in the area EBU26811 Adjusting the engine idling speed The engine idling speed must be ...

Page 114: ... make the adjustment EBU24045 Adjusting the throttle cable free play The throttle cable free play should be checked and if necessary adjusted at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart The throttle cable free play should measure 2 0 4 0 mm 0 08 0 16 in at the throttle lever Period ically check the throttle cable free play and if nec essary adjust it as follows TI...

Page 115: ...d lu brication chart EBU24080 Adjusting the reverse lock release ca ble The reverse lock release cable stretches with use which can result in improper function Therefore the reverse lock release cable should be checked and adjusted at the intervals specified in the peri odic maintenance and lubrication chart EBU29601 Brakes Replacement of brake components requires pro fessional knowledge Brake ser...

Page 116: ...he point that the wear indicator grooves have almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set TIP The wheels need to be removed to check the brake pads See page 8 50 EBU29831 Rear brake pads Each brake pad is provided with wear indicator grooves which allow you to check the brake pad wear without having to disassemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the wear in...

Page 117: ...is above the minimum level mark and replenish if neces sary A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage If the brake fluid level is low be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage Front brake Rear brake 1 Wear indicator groove 1 1 Minimum level mark 1 Minimum level mark 1 1 U1AS61E0 book Page 30 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 118: ...original position and then install the bolt and quick fastener screw Observe these precautions When checking the fluid level make sure that the top of the brake fluid reservoir is level Use only the recommended quality brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage and poor braking performance 1 Quick fastener screw 2 Bolt 1 2 1 Cowling 2 Brake fluid reservoir cap Recommend...

Page 119: ...vals specified in the TIP after the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart In addition have the oil seals of the master cylinders and cali pers as well as the brake hoses replaced at the in tervals listed below or whenever they are damaged or leaking Oil seals Replace every two years Brake hoses Replace every four years EBU24394 Checking the front brake lever free play The brake lever free pla...

Page 120: ...t the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Cable length A should measure 56 58 mm 2 20 2 28 in Adjust the parking brake free play as follows 1 Release the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the right 2 Loosen the locknut on the brake cable 3 Turn the adjusting nut on the brake cable in di rection a to increase the cable length and in direction b to ...

Page 121: ...ke drag If brake drag is noticed perform the adjustment again EBU24742 Brake light switches The brake light which is activated by the brake pedal and brake lever should come on just before braking takes effect The brake light switch for the brake pedal can be adjusted as follows but the front brake light switch should be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer Turn the adjusting nut while holding the brake li...

Page 122: ...ver 3 To increase the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in direction a and to decrease it turn the bolt in direction b 4 Tighten the locknut at the clutch lever 5 Slide the rubber cover to its original position If the specified free play cannot be obtained proceed with the following steps 6 Loosen the locknut at the clutch lever 1 Rear brake light switch 2 Rear bra...

Page 123: ...have a Yamaha dealer check the internal clutch mechanism EBU26864 Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be checked before each ride and adjusted if necessary To check the drive chain slack 1 Place the ATV on a level surface TIP When checking and adjusting the drive chain slack there should be no weight on the ATV and all tires must be touching the ground 2 Move the ATV back and forth to l...

Page 124: ... A rod can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment 4 Shift the transmission into neutral 5 To tighten the drive chain push the ATV back ward To loosen the drive chain push the ATV forward NOTICE Improper drive chain slack will overload the engine as well as other vital parts of the ATV and can lead to drive chain slippage or breakage To pre 1 Drive chain slack 1 1 Rear wheel axle pi...

Page 125: ...t otherwise it will quickly wear out especially when riding in dusty or wet areas Service the drive chain as follows NOTICE ECB00561 The drive chain must be lubricated after wash ing the ATV or riding in the rain or wet areas 1 Clean the drive chain with kerosene and a small soft brush NOTICE To prevent dam aging the O rings do not clean the drive chain with steam cleaners high pressure washers or...

Page 126: ...le is damaged or does not move smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or replace it WARNING EWB02581 Inspect cables frequently and replace if dam aged Corrosion can result when the cable sheaths become damaged and cables can also become frayed or kinked which could restrict the operation of controls and lead to an accident or injury Always make sure all control cables work smoothly before you begin r...

Page 127: ...e pedal The operation of the brake pedal should be checked before each ride and the pedal pivot should be lubricated if necessary EBU24963 Checking the wheel hub bearings The front and rear wheel hub bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart If there is play in a wheel hub or if a wheel does not turn smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check th...

Page 128: ...relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points The rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points must be lubricated at the inter vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu brication chart Lubricate the pivoting points using a grease gun Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease 1 Grease nipple 1 U1AS61E0 book Page 41 Thursda...

Page 129: ...intervals specified in the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart Lubricate the pivoting points using a grease gun Left side 1 Grease nipple 1 Grease nipple 1 1 Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease 1 Upper grease nipple 2 Lower grease nipple 1 2 U1AS61E0 book Page 42 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 130: ...e battery cell seals as this would permanently damage the battery WARNING EWB02160 Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger ous as it contains sulfuric acid which can cause severe burns Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Always shield your eyes when working near batteries Antidote EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia beate...

Page 131: ...d by removing their bolt NOTICE When removing the bat tery the main switch must be off and the negative lead must be disconnected be fore the positive lead ECB01001 4 Pull the battery out of its compartment To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quickly if the ATV is equi...

Page 132: ... cool dry place If the battery will be stored for more than two months check it at least once a month and fully charge it if necessary NOTICE ECB00940 Always keep the battery charged Storing a dis charged battery can cause permanent battery damage To install the battery TIP Be sure the battery is fully charged 1 Place the battery in its compartment 2 Connect the positive battery lead first then co...

Page 133: ...and the quick fastener screws 5 Install the seat See page 4 13 EBU25326 Replacing a fuse The main fuse and the fuse box are located under the seat See page 4 13 1 Battery holding plate 2 Battery box 2 1 1 Main fuse 2 Spare main fuse 1 2 U1AS61E0 book Page 46 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 134: ...per fuse An improper fuse or a substitute object can cause damage to the electrical system which could lead to a fire EWB02172 3 Turn the key to ON and turn on the electrical circuits to check if the devices operate 4 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system 1 Signaling system fuse 2 Headlight fuse 3 Ignition fuse 4 Fuel injection system fuse 5 Spare fus...

Page 135: ... bolts 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler 3 Remove the headlight bulb holder cover 4 Remove the headlight bulb holder by pushing it in and turning it counterclockwise and then remove the burnt out bulb 1 Headlight unit 2 Bolt 1 2 1 Headlight bulb holder cover 2 Headlight coupler 1 2 U1AS61E0 book Page 48 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 136: ...h moistened with al cohol or thinner ECB00651 6 Install the headlight bulb holder by pushing it in and turning it clockwise 7 Install the headlight bulb holder cover 8 Connect the headlight coupler 9 Install the headlight unit by installing the bolts 10 Adjust the headlight beam if necessary EBU25561 Adjusting a headlight beam NOTICE ECB00690 It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjus...

Page 137: ...ke light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check it EBU25651 Removing a wheel 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Loosen the wheel nuts 3 Elevate the ATV and place a suitable stand under the frame 4 Remove the nuts from the wheel 5 Remove the wheel EBU27481 Installing a wheel 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Install the wheel and the nuts 1 Headlight beam adjusting bolt 1 a b 1 Wheel nut ...

Page 138: ...owever should your ATV re quire any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools expe rience and know how to service the ATV properly Use only genuine Yamaha replacement parts Im itation parts may look like Yamaha parts but they are often inferior have a shorter service life and can lead to expensive repair bills WARNING EWB02280 Do not smoke when checking t...

Page 139: ... check the ATV Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric starter 4 Battery The engine turns over quickly The engine turns over slowly The ba...

Page 140: ...an be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the rec ommended coolant as soon as possible Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the reservoir and radiator The coolant level is OK The coolant level is low Check the cooling system for leakage Have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system Add coolant See TIP Start the engine If the engine overheats ag...

Page 141: ...EWB02311 NOTICE Excessive water pressure may cause water seepage and deteriora tion of wheel bearings brakes transmis sion seals and electrical devices Many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high pressure detergent applica tions such as those available in coin oper ated car washers ECB00711 4 Once most of the dirt has been hosed off wash all surfaces with warm water and mild deter...

Page 142: ...e spark plug cap and spark plug b Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore c Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug and then place the spark plug on the cylinder head so that the electrodes are grounded This will limit sparking during the next step d Turn the engine over several times with the starter This will coat the cylinder wall with oil e Remove the spark plug cap fr...

Page 143: ...t Store it in a cool dry place and charge it once a month Do not store the battery in an exces sively cold or warm place less than 0 C 30 F or more than 30 C 90 F For more in formation on storing the battery see page 8 43 TIP Make any necessary repairs before storing the ATV U1AS61E0 book Page 3 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 144: ...dB A YFM7RSEA 87 4 dB A Vibration on seat EN1032 ISO5008 YFM7RA Will not exceed 0 5 m s YFM7RSEA Will not exceed 0 5 m s Vibration on handlebar EN1032 ISO5008 YFM7RA Will not exceed 2 5 m s YFM7RSEA Will not exceed 2 5 m s Engine Engine type Liquid cooled 4 stroke SOHC Cylinder arrangement Forward inclined single cylinder Displacement 686 cm Bore stroke 102 0 84 0 mm 4 02 3 31 in Compression ratio...

Page 145: ... element Fuel Recommended fuel YFM700RA Unleaded gasoline only YFM700RSEA Unleaded gasoline only YFM7RA Regular unleaded gasoline only YFM7RSEA Regular unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 11 0 L 2 91 US gal 2 42 Imp gal Fuel reserve amount 2 6 L 0 69 US gal 0 57 Imp gal Fuel injection Throttle body ID mark 1S3H 10 Spark plug s Manufacturer model NGK CR8E Spark plug gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031...

Page 146: ...1 0 mm 0 83 in Front tire Type Tubeless Size AT21 x 7R10 Manufacturer model DUNLOP KT341 Radial Rear tire Type Tubeless Size AT20 x 10R9 Manufacturer model DUNLOP KT345 Radial Loading Maximum loading limit 100 0 kg 220 lb Total weight of rider cargo accessories and tongue Tire air pressure measured on cold tires Recommended Front 27 5 kPa 0 275 kgf cm 4 0 psi Rear 27 5 kPa 0 275 kgf cm 4 0 psi Min...

Page 147: ... 1 in Rear suspension Type Swingarm link suspension Spring shock absorber type Coil spring gas oil damper Wheel travel 256 mm 10 1 in Electrical system Ignition system TCI Charging system AC magneto Battery Model GT9B 4 Voltage capacity 12 V 8 0 Ah Headlight Bulb type Krypton bulb Bulb voltage wattage quantity Headlight 12 V 30 30 W 2 Tail brake light LED Meter lighting EL Neutral indicator light ...

Page 148: ...ine trouble warning light LED Fuses Main fuse 20 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A Headlight fuse 15 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A U1AS61E0 book Page 5 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 149: ...ts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the ATV is stolen VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EBU26041 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame The year of manufacture is listed in the vehicle identification number as shown in the illustration 1 Vehicle identification number 1 U1AS61E0 book Page 1 Thursday February 11 2010...

Page 150: ...in the il lustration Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be need ed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha deal er 1 Vehicle identification number 2 Year of manufacture 0 0 8 2008 9 2009 A 2010 B 2011 I O Q U Z not used 1 2 1 Model label 1 U1AS61E0 book Page 2 Thursday February 11 2010 2 17 PM ...

Page 151: ...h lever free play adjusting 8 35 Coolant 5 4 8 16 Coolant temperature warning light 4 2 D Drive chain 5 5 Drive chain lubricating 8 38 Drive chain slack 8 36 E Engine break in 6 5 Engine idling speed 8 26 Engine oil 5 4 Engine oil and oil filter element 8 12 Engine start 6 1 Engine stop switch 4 6 Engine trouble warning light 4 3 F Fuel 4 11 5 4 Fuel level warning light 4 3 Fuel tank cap 4 11 Fuse...

Page 152: ... absorber assemblies adjusting the front 4 14 Shock absorber assembly adjusting the rear 4 19 Spark arrester cleaning 8 24 Spark plug checking 8 9 Specifications 10 1 Speed limiter 4 7 Start switch 4 6 Steering shaft lubricating 8 43 Storage 9 2 Suspension lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots 8 42 Suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points lubricating the rear 8 41 Swingarm pivo...

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