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10-4

Front brake:

Type:

Disc brake

Operation:

Right hand operation

Specified brake fluid:

DOT 4

Rear brake:

Type:

Disc brake

Operation:

Right foot operation

Specified brake fluid:

DOT 4

Front suspension:

Type:

Double wishbone

Spring/shock absorber type:

Coil spring/gas-oil damper

Wheel travel:

230 mm (9.1 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, 30.0/30.0 W

Tail/brake light:

LED

Neutral indicator light:

LED

Fuel level warning light:

LED

Reverse indicator light:

LED

Coolant temperature warning light:

LED

Engine trouble warning light:

LED

Fuses:

Main fuse:

30.0 A

Fuel injection system fuse:

10.0 A

U1VS60E0.book Page 4 Tuesday, October 8, 2013 1:05 PM

Summary of Contents for YFM700RSE

Page 1: ... DEL PROPIETARIO 1VS F8199 60 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 ...

Page 2: ...DIC183 Original instructions Notice originale Manual original PRINTED IN USA 2013 10 0 3 1 CR E F S ...

Page 3: ...AL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information WARNING OWNER S MANUAL YFM700RSE This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age 1VS F8199 60 E0 U1VS60E0 book Page 1 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 4: ...ROPE N V Koolhovenlaan 101 1119 NC Schiphol Rijk The Netherlands Signature Akihiro Tsuzuki 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 standards and or technical specifications were consulted...

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

Page 6: ...safety 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 infor...

Page 7: ...ad or motorway Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV EBU17411 YFM700RSE OWNER S MANUAL 2013 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition September 2013 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in U S A U1VS60E0 book Page 1 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 8: ...rake lever 4 6 Brake pedal 4 7 Parking brake lever 4 7 Shift pedal 4 8 Reverse knob REV 4 9 Fuel tank cap 4 9 Fuel 4 10 Seat 4 11 Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies 4 12 Adjusting the rear shock absorber assembly 4 17 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 light...

Page 9: ... 8 10 Checking the spark plug 8 10 Engine oil and oil filter element 8 13 Coolant 8 17 Cleaning the air filter element 8 21 Cleaning the spark arrester 8 25 Adjusting the engine idling speed 8 27 Adjusting the throttle lever free play 8 28 Valve clearance 8 29 Adjusting the reverse lock release cable 8 29 Brakes 8 29 Checking the front and rear brake pads 8 30 Checking the brake fluid level 8 31 C...

Page 10: ...lower arm pivots 8 44 Lubricating the steering shaft 8 45 Battery 8 45 Replacing a fuse 8 48 Replacing a headlight bulb 8 50 Adjusting a headlight beam 8 51 Tail brake light 8 52 Removing a wheel 8 52 Installing a wheel 8 52 Troubleshooting 8 53 Troubleshooting charts 8 54 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 Cleaning 9 1 Storage 9 2 SPECIFICATIONS 10 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 11 1 Identification numbers 11 1 IN...

Page 11: ...he labels 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 re placement label from your Yamaha dealer 1 1 4 3 5 2 6 7 U1VS60E0 book Page 1 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 12: ...1 2 1 1HP F2259 21 YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD 2500 SHINGAI IWATA JAPAN YFM700R 35 0 kW 192 kg 2013 1PE F155A 10 YAMAHA 1HP F811R 00 1 2 4 3 U1VS60E0 book Page 2 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 13: ...1 3 1 3C2 F816P 00 YAMAHA 27 5 kPa 0 275 kgf cm 4 0 psi 27 5 kPa 0 275 kgf cm 4 0 psi 1PE F816M M0 1P0 F816R 00 YAMAHA 7 6 5 U1VS60E0 book Page 3 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 14: ...from 12 years old 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 Use from 16 years old Operating this ATV if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of severe injury or death NEVER use on paved roads NEVER carry passengers NEVER use with drugs or alcohol NEVER store fuel or flammable ...

Page 15: ...oss of control Adjust the tire pressure Improper tire pressure can cause loss of control Loss of control can result in severe injury or death 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 all other load rela...

Page 16: ...1 6 1 YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD 2500 SHINGAI IWATA JAPAN kW kg 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Year of construction Model Name Max Power Mass In Running Order U1VS60E0 book Page 6 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 17: ...ld under 16 years old should never oper ate an ATV with engine size greater than 90 cc Never allow a child under age 16 to operate an ATV without adult supervision and never allow continued use of an ATV by a child if he or she does not have the abilities to operate it safely Never carry a passenger on an ATV This vehicle is intended for off road use only Do not operate on any paved surfaces such ...

Page 18: ... faster speeds and never turn at excessive speeds Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this manual Check the ter rain carefully before you start up any hill Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces Shift your weight f...

Page 19: ... ice go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control Never operate an ATV in fast flowing water or in water deeper than that recommended in this manual Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping 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...

Page 20: ...sary If you can physically operate your vehicle inspect your vehicle If the vehicle is in safe operating con dition and you can safely operate it restart it and ride gently back to camp or other known location where you can receive medical at tention If necessary contact your riding party or local authorities to let them know where you are and what has happened In the event of a breakdown 1 If you...

Page 21: ...the vehicle s design or operation characteristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death You are responsible for injuries re lated to changes in the vehicle Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided un der Loading when mounting accessories Never install accessories that would impair the performance of your ATV Carefully inspect the accessory before ...

Page 22: ... deadly levels of carbon monoxide can linger for hours or days in en closed or poorly ventilated areas If you experi ence any symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning leave the area immediately get fresh 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 ...

Page 23: ...ng 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 6 7 8 9 5 10 10 Engine oil tank drain bolt U1VS60E0 book Page 1 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 24: ...ng 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 U1VS60E0 book Pag...

Page 25: ...r 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 U1VS60E0 book Page 3 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 26: ...ollows 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 U1VS60E0 book Page 1 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 27: ... 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 come on initially when the key is turned to on or if the warning light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit NOTICE ECB00011 The engine may overheat if the ATV is over loaded In this case reduce the load to spec ification Start the e...

Page 28: ...he engine is not work ing correctly When this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the self diagnosis system 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 come on initially when the key is turned to on or if the warning light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the ...

Page 29: ...t switch OFF Set this switch to to turn on the low beams and the taillight Set the switch to to turn on the high beams and the taillight Set the switch to OFF to turn off all the lights NOTICE ECB00044 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 ...

Page 30: ...hed to the maximum 1 Loosen the locknut 2 To increase the maximum engine power available and the maximum speed of the ATV turn the adjusting screw in direction a To decrease the maximum engine power avail able and the maximum speed of the ATV turn the adjusting screw in direction b Do not turn the adjusting screw out more than 12 mm 0 47 in or the throttle cable could be damaged Always make sure t...

Page 31: ...scription of the ignition circuit cut off system EBU18424 Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right handlebar To apply the front brake pull the brake lever to ward the handlebar grip The brake lever is equipped with a position adjust ing bolt To adjust the distance between the brake lever and the handlebar grip hold the brake lever away from the handlebar so it does not contact the adjus...

Page 32: ...efore starting the engine or parking the ATV especially 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 lever 2 Locknut 3 Brake lever position adjusting bolt 4 Distance between brake lever and handlebar grip 1 Brake pedal 1 U1VS60E0 book Page 7 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 33: ...de the ATV without re leasing the parking brake You could lose braking performance which could cause an accident You could also wear out the brakes prematurely EBU18541 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 1 Parking br...

Page 34: ...e the Operating the reverse knob and driving in re verse section on page 6 4 before operating this ATV in reverse EBU18721 Fuel tank cap Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter clockwise 1 Shift pedal 1 1 Reverse knob REV 1 U1VS60E0 book Page 9 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 35: ...smoking or while in the vicinity of sparks open flames or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of water heat ers and clothes dryers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank When refueling be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler hole Stop filling when the fuel reaches the bottom of the filler tube Because fuel expands when it heats up heat from the engine or the sun can cau...

Page 36: ...nge your clothes NOTICE ECB00071 Use only unleaded gasoline The use of leaded gasoline will cause severe damage to internal engine parts such as the valves and piston rings as well as to the exhaust system Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use regular unleaded gasoline with a research octane number of 95 or higher If knocking or pinging oc curs use a gasoline of a different brand Use of unle...

Page 37: ...0051 Adjusting the front shock absorber as semblies These shock absorber assemblies are equipped with a spring preload adjusting nut a rebound damping force adjusting screw with a compres sion damping force adjusting bolt for fast com pression damping and a compression damping force adjusting screw for slow compression damping 1 Seat lock lever 1 1 Slot 2 Projection 3 Seat holder 1 2 3 2 U1VS60E0 ...

Page 38: ...er 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 justing range To obtain a precise adjustment it would be advisable to check the number of clicks or turns of each damping force adjusting mecha nism and to modify the specificatio...

Page 39: ... complete 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 ECB00082 Spring preload setting Minimum soft Distance A 263 0 mm 10 35 in Standard Distance A 260 0 mm 10 24 in Maximum hard Distance A 251 0 mm 9 88 in 1 Distance A Tighteni...

Page 40: ... compression damping force and thereby harden the compression damping turn the compression damping force adjusting bolt in direction a To decrease the compression damp ing force and thereby soften the compression damping turn the adjusting bolt in direction b 1 Rebound damping force adjusting screw 1 a b Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 20 click s in direction b Standard 12 click s in directio...

Page 41: ... sion damping 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 a b 1 1 Compression damping force adjusting screw fo...

Page 42: ... Adjusting the rear shock absorber as sembly This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjusting nut a rebound damping force adjusting screw with a compression damp ing force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping and a compression damping force ad justing screw for slow compression damping WARNING EWB02681 Suspension components become hot during operation Never touch the...

Page 43: ...s sary Spring preload 1 Loosen the locknut 2 Turn the spring preload adjusting nut in direc tion a to increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension and in direc tion b to decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension TIP A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment The spring preload setting is determined by measuring distance A shown ...

Page 44: ...ease 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 Spring preload setting Minimum soft Distance A 243 0 mm 9 57 in Standard Distance A 233 0 mm 9 17 in Maximum hard Distance A 228 0 mm 8 98 in 1 Distance A 1 Tightening torque Locknut 42 Nm 4 2 m kgf 30 ft lbf 1 Rebound damping force adjusting screw ...

Page 45: ...direction b Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 20 click s in direction b Standard 13 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 Standar...

Page 46: ...shock absorber assembly Do not tamper with or attempt to open the cylinder assembly Do not subject the shock absorber assembly to an open flame or other high heat source This may cause the unit to explode due to ex cessive gas pressure Do not deform or damage the cylinder in any way Cylinder damage will result in poor damping performance 1 Compression damping force adjusting screw for slow compres...

Page 47: ...4 22 4 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 U1VS60E0 book Page 22 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 48: ...y 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 10 5 4 Engine oil Check oil level in engine oil tank and add recommended oil to specified level if necessary Check AT...

Page 49: ...ion and correct if necessary Lubricate cable if necessary Check lever free play and adjust if necessary 8 36 Throttle lever Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate cable and lever housing if necessary Check lever free play and adjust if necessary 5 5 8 28 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 8 40 Drive chain Check chain slack and adjust if necessary Check c...

Page 50: ...e lever pivoting points if necessary 8 41 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 U1VS60E0 book Page 3 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 51: ...dal height See page 8 34 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 sys tem Brake fluid level Check the brake fluid level Add fluid if necessary See page 8 31 Brake fluid leakage Check to see if any brak...

Page 52: ... sides WARNING Operation 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 EWB02542 Set tire pressures to the following specifications The low pressure tire gauge is included as stan dard equipment Make two measure...

Page 53: ...with valves WARNING EWB02552 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 Manufacturing Corporation of America 1 Low pressure tire gauge 1 Tire wear limit U1VS60E0 book Page 6 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 54: ...y not be appropriate EBU19841 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened EBU19851 Instruments lights and switches Check that all instruments lights and switches are working properly Correct if necessary Front Manufacturer model MAXXIS M971Y Bias Size AT21 x 7 10 Type Tubeless Rear Manufacturer model MAXXIS M976Y Bias Size AT20 x 10 9 Type Tubeless U1VS60E0 bo...

Page 55: ... for a few seconds then go off Coolant temperature warning light Fuel level warning light Engine trouble warning light NOTICE ECB00825 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 doe...

Page 56: ...ransmission The transmission allows you to control the amount of power you have available at a given speed or for starting accelerating climbing 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 ped al slightly to reach the neutral position and then release the clu...

Page 57: ...n shifting to the next higher gear EBU20651 To decelerate When slowing down or stopping release the throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly As you slow down shift to a lower gear Be sure that the engine has sufficiently slowed before en gaging a lower gear Improper use of the brakes or shifting can cause the tires to lose traction reduc ing control and increasing the possibility of an ac...

Page 58: ...hind you resulting in serious injury When you shift into reverse make sure there are no people or ob stacles behind you When it is safe to proceed go slowly NOTICE ECB00171 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...

Page 59: ...ollowing material carefully Since the engine is brand new do not put an ex cessive load on it for the first 320 km 200 mi or 20 hours The various parts in the engine wear 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 prolo...

Page 60: ...ncline place the ATV transversely across the incline shift into first gear stop the engine apply the park ing 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 th...

Page 61: ...re not suitable because of po tential safety hazards to you or others Installing aftermarket products or having other modifica tions performed to your ATV that change any of the vehicle s design or operation characteristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death You are responsible for injuries re lated to changes in the vehicle Keep the following in mind when considerin...

Page 62: ... 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 63: ...7 1 7 EBU21142 RIDING YOUR ATV U1VS60E0 book Page 1 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 64: ...on on pages 2 1 2 6 Also read all warn ing and notice labels on your ATV RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD JUDGMENT Get training if you are inexperienced WARNING EWB01382 Do not operate this ATV or allow anyone else to operate it without proper instruction The risk of an accident is greatly increased if the operator does not know how to operate the ATV properly in different situations and on different types...

Page 65: ...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 Never carry a passenger Carrying a passenger on this ATV greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this ATV You could have an accident resul...

Page 66: ...e shield or goggles may reduce the risk of foreign material getting in your eyes and help prevent loss of vision WARNING Operating without eye protection can result in an accident and increases your chances of a severe injury in the event of an accident EWB02612 Do not operate after or while consuming alco hol or drugs The operator s performance capability is reduced by the influence of alcohol or...

Page 67: ...ienced with this model the throttle lever housing is equipped with a speed limiter The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully opening even when the throttle lever is pushed to the maximum Turning in the adjusting screw limits the maximum engine power available and decreases the maximum speed of the ATV Turning in the adjusting screw decreases top speed and turning it out increases top speed S...

Page 68: ...on sense and good judgment Use extra caution when riding the ATV with addi tional loads such as accessories or cargo The ATV s handling may be adversely affected Re duce your speed when adding additional loads During operation Always keep your feet on the footrests during op eration otherwise they may contact the rear wheels WARNING Removing even one hand or foot can reduce your ability to control...

Page 69: ...could lead to an acci dent EWB01492 Exhaust system WARNING EWB01502 Dry grass or brush or other combustible ma terial accumulated around the engine area could catch fire Do not operate idle or park the ATV in dry grass or other dry ground cov er Keep the engine area free of dry grass brush or other combustible material Someone touching the exhaust system dur ing or after operation could be burned ...

Page 70: ...t BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE This ATV is designed for use on unpaved surfaces only WARNING Paved surfaces may seriously affect handling and control of the ATV and may cause the ATV to go out of control Always avoid paved surfaces including sidewalks driveways parking lots and streets EWB01512 While riding on unpaved public streets or roads may be legal in your area such operation can in crease the ...

Page 71: ...er hidden hazards which may cause the ATV to upset WARNING The ATV could go out of control if you do not have enough time to react to hidden rocks bumps or holes Go slowly and be extra care ful when operating on unfamiliar terrain Al ways be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating the ATV EWB01532 Do not operate on rough slippery or loose terrain until you have learned and practiced th...

Page 72: ...flag on the ATV DO NOT use the flag pole bracket as a trailer hitch WARNING You could collide with another vehicle if operating in areas where you cannot easily be seen Mount a cau tion flag on the ATV to make you more visible Watch carefully for other vehicles EWB01552 Do not ride in areas posted no trespassing Do not ride on private property without getting permission U1VS60E0 book Page 10 Tuesd...

Page 73: ...ing or if the shift pedal is not released before applying the throttle the front wheels may lift off the ground resulting in a loss of directional con trol EWB02632 NOTICE Do not shift gears without releasing the throttle Damage to the engine or drive train may occur ECB01072 Use this same procedure as you move into the higher gears Be sure to coordinate the use of the throttle and shift pedal pro...

Page 74: ... your desired direc tion and lean your upper body into the turn Use the throttle to maintain an even speed through the turn This maneuver will let the wheel on the inside of the turn slip slightly allowing the ATV to make the turn properly This procedure should be practiced at slow speed many times in a large unpaved area with no obsta cles If an incorrect technique is used your ATV may continue t...

Page 75: ...Owner s Manual Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities The ATV can overturn more easily on extremely steep hills than on level surfaces or small hills Always check the terrain carefully before you start up any hill Never climb hills with exces sively slippery or loose surfaces Shift your weight forward Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes ...

Page 76: ...y hill In all cases avoid inclines with slippery or loose surfaces or obstacles that might cause you to lose control To climb a hill you need traction momentum and steady throttle Travel fast enough to maintain mo mentum but not so fast that you cannot react to changes in the terrain as you climb U1VS60E0 book Page 14 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 77: ... hill If your ATV has stalled or stopped and you believe you can continue up the hill restart carefully to make sure you do not lift the front wheels which could cause you to lose control If you are unable to continue up the hill dismount the ATV on the uphill side Physically turn the ATV around and then descend the hill If you start to roll backwards DO NOT apply the rear brake and apply the fron...

Page 78: ...ause the ATV to lean sharply to one side Go straight down the hill where possi ble Improper braking can cause the wheels on the uphill side to come off the ground or cau se loss of traction Gradually apply only the rear brake when going downhill 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 st...

Page 79: ... slippery or loose surfaces Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill 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 tech nique as described in the Owner s Manual on level ground Be very careful when turning on any hill Traversing a sloping surface on your ATV requires you to properly position your weight to mainta...

Page 80: ...LOW WATER WARNING EWB01642 Operating this vehicle through deep or fast flowing water can lead to loss of control or an overturn To reduce your risk of drowning or other injuries use care when crossing through water Never operate this ATV water deeper than the depth specified in your Owner s Man ual as tires may float increasing the risk of an overturn The ATV can be used to cross slow moving shal ...

Page 81: ...Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability which could cause loss of control EWB02622 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 NOTICE Undrained water can cause damage or improper opera tion ECB00842 Wash the ATV in fresh water if it has been operat ed in salt water or muddy conditions U1VS60E0 book Page 19 T...

Page 82: ...sts at all times Avoid jumping the ATV as loss of control and damage to the ATV may result SLIDING AND SKIDDING WARNING EWB01663 Skidding or sliding improperly may cause you to lose control of this ATV You may also regain traction unexpectedly which may cause the ATV to overturn Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by practicing at low speeds and on level smooth terrain On extremely slipper...

Page 83: ...commended until you have corrected the slide With practice over a period of time skill at con trolled sliding can be developed The terrain should be chosen carefully before attempting such maneuvers since both stability and control are reduced Bear in mind that sliding maneuvers should always be avoided on extremely slippery surfaces such as ice since all control may be lost WHAT TO DO IF This sec...

Page 84: ...ward speed If not stop dismount on the uphill side of the ATV and physically turn the ATV around If the ATV starts to slip backwards DO NOT USE THE REAR BRAKE the ATV may tip over on top of you Dismount the ATV on the uphill side See page 7 13 If your ATV is traversing a sloping surface Be sure to ride with your weight positioned to wards the uphill side of the ATV to maintain proper balance If th...

Page 85: ...n off the 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 6 for more information about carbon monoxide WARNING EWB02691 Br...

Page 86: ...the tools provided in the owner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of pre ventive 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 87: ... 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 C...

Page 88: ...ss 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 U1VS60E0 book Page 4 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 89: ... 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 fo...

Page 90: ...eck for looseness or damage and replace if necessary 11 Swingarm pivots Check operation and for excessive play and re place bearings if necessary Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 12 Upper and lower arm pivots Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 13 Drive chain Check chain slack and adjust if necessary Check rear wheel alignment and correct if neces sary Clean and lubricate NO ITEM CHEC...

Page 91: ...h lithium soap based grease 18 Steering shaft Lubricate with lithium soap based grease 19 Steering system Check operation and repair or replace if dam aged Check toe in and adjust if necessary 20 Engine mount Check for cracks or other damage and replace if necessary 21 Engine oil Change Check ATV for oil leakage and correct if neces sary 22 Engine oil filter ele ment Replace NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINT...

Page 92: ... operation and adjust or replace if neces sary 26 Throttle lever Check operation Check throttle lever free play and adjust if neces sary Lubricate cable and lever housing 27 Front and rear brake switches Check operation and correct if necessary 28 Lights and switches Check operation and correct if necessary Adjust headlight beams NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB INITIAL EVERY Whichev er comes firs...

Page 93: ...orrect the brake fluid level Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged U1VS60E0 book Page 9 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 94: ...e panel Place the panel in the original position and install the bolts EBU23214 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 ac cordance with the periodic maintenance and lubri cation chart In addition the condition of the spark plug ca...

Page 95: ...ator 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 U1VS60E0 book Page 11 Tuesday October 8 20...

Page 96: ...plug 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 speci fied torque as soon as possible 3 Install the spark plug cap Specified spark plug NGK CR8E 1...

Page 97: ...reading the engine must have first completely cooled down and then warmed up again for several minutes to normal operating temperature 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 m...

Page 98: ...cap is securely tightened other wise oil may seep out when the engine is running ECB00363 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 minu tes 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 r...

Page 99: ... TIP 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 2 1 Oil filter element cover 2 Bolt 2 1 U1VS60E0 book Page 15 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 100: ...oil 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 engine 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...

Page 101: ...NG 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 level and correct it if necessary EBU23471 Coolant The coolant level should be checked before each ride In additi...

Page 102: ...p 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 antifre...

Page 103: ...ould 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 10 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 t...

Page 104: ...draining 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 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 U1VS60E0 book Page 20 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 P...

Page 105: ...heck for coolant leakage TIP If any leakage is found have a Yamaha dealer check the cooling system 15 Install the panel EBU26807 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 rid ing in unusually wet or dusty areas ...

Page 106: ...ir filter case cover by unhooking the holders 4 Fully 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 U1VS60E0 book Page 22 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 107: ...n 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 EWB01942 9 Squeeze the excess solvent out of the sponge material and let it dry NOTICE Do not twist the sponge material when squeezing it ECB00442 1 Air filter element 2 Washer 3 Wing bolt 3 2 1 1 Sponge material 2 Air filter element frame 2 1 U1VS60E0 ...

Page 108: ...ll 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 ECB00454 1 Air filter element seat 1 U1VS60E0 book Page 24 Tuesday O...

Page 109: ...ers 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 areas Each time the air filter element main tenance 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 rub be...

Page 110: ...he 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 Tailpipe bolt 2 1 1 Tailpipe 2 Spark arrester Tightening torque Tailpipe bolt 8 Nm 0 8 m kgf 5 8 ft lbf 1 2 U1VS60E0 book Page 26 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 111: ...k 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 EBU26812 Adjusting the engine idling speed The engine idling speed must b...

Page 112: ...aha dealer make the adjustment EBU24048 Adjusting the throttle lever free play The throttle lever free play should be checked and if necessary adjusted at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart The throttle lever free play should measure 2 0 4 0 mm 0 08 0 16 in as shown Periodically check the throttle lever free play and if necessary adjust it as follows TIP The ...

Page 113: ...and lu brication chart EBU24081 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 EBU29602 Brakes Replacement of brake components requires pro fessional knowledge Brake s...

Page 114: ...the point that the wear indicator grooves have almost dis appeared 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 52 EBU29832 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 i...

Page 115: ...id is above the minimum level mark Check the brake fluid lev el with the top of the reservoir level Replenish the brake fluid if necessary Front brake Rear brake 1 Wear indicator groove 1 1 Minimum level mark 1 Minimum level mark 1 1 U1VS60E0 book Page 31 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 116: ...slightly outward as shown 3 After replenishing place the cowling in the original position and then install the bolt and quick fastener screw WARNING EWB02721 Improper maintenance can result in loss of braking ability Observe these precautions 1 Quick fastener screw 2 Bolt 1 2 1 Cowling 2 Brake fluid reservoir cap Specified brake fluid DOT 4 1 2 U1VS60E0 book Page 32 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 117: ...id level may indicate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage therefore be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage If the brake fluid level goes down sud denly have a Yamaha dealer check the cause be fore further riding EBU24293 Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubricat...

Page 118: ... as shown If the brake pedal is not positioned as specified have a Yamaha dealer adjust it EBU24716 Adjusting the parking brake free play The parking brake free play must be checked and if necessary adjusted at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart Cable length A should measure 47 51 mm 1 85 2 01 in Adjust the parking brake free play as follows 1 No brake lever ...

Page 119: ...rease it TIP If the cable length cannot be adjusted to specifi cation consult a Yamaha dealer 6 Tighten the locknut on the brake cable 7 Slide the rubber cover to its original position 8 Turn in the adjusting bolt at the rear brake cal iper until it feels tight then turn it out 1 8 turn and tighten its locknut to the specified torque NOTICE When tightening the locknut 1 Adjusting bolt 2 Cable leng...

Page 120: ...hould 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 rear brake light switch adjusting nut while holding the brake light switch in place To make the brake light come on earlier turn the adjusting nut in direction a To make the brake light come on later tur...

Page 121: ...cified free play cannot be obtained proceed with the following steps 6 Loosen the locknut at the clutch lever 7 Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in direction a to loosen the clutch cable 8 Loosen the locknut at the crankcase 9 To increase the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting nut at the crankcase in direction a and to decrease it turn the nut in direction b 10 Tighten the ...

Page 122: ...ould be no weight on the ATV and all tires must be touching the ground 2 Move the ATV back and forth to locate the tightest portion of the drive chain and then measure the drive chain slack as shown 3 If the drive chain slack is incorrect adjust it as follows To adjust the drive chain slack 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Loosen the rear wheel axle pinch bolts 3 Insert a rod of a diameter of ...

Page 123: ...s other vital parts of the ATV and can lead to drive chain slippage or breakage To prevent this from occurring keep the drive chain slack within the specified limits ECB00543 6 Pull the rod out and then tighten the rear axle pinch bolts to the specified torque in the or der shown 1 Rear wheel axle pinch bolt 2 Rod 3 Drive chain tensioner 4 Hole 4 2 1 1 3 Tightening torque Rear axle pinch bolt 21 N...

Page 124: ...h NOTICE To prevent dam aging the O rings do not clean the drive chain with steam cleaners high pressure washers or inappropriate solvents ECB00572 2 Wipe the drive chain dry 3 Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O ring chain lubricant NOTICE Do not use engine oil or any other lubricants for the drive chain as they may contain substances that could damage the O rings ECB00582 EBU24...

Page 125: ... or collision EBU24923 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lubricated if necessary EBUM0171 Checking the shift pedal The operation of the shift pedal should be checked before each ride If operation is not smooth have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EBU28872 Checking and...

Page 126: ...or if a wheel does not turn smooth ly have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel hub bearings EBU24996 Lubricating the swingarm pivots The swingarm pivots must be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the pe riodic maintenance and lubrication chart Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease U1VS60E0 book Page 42 Tuesday October 8...

Page 127: ... connecting arm pivoting points must be lubricated at the inter vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu brication chart TIP For parts equipped with a grease nipple use a grease gun Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease 1 Grease nipple 1 Grease nipple 1 1 U1VS60E0 book Page 43 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 128: ... the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance and lubrication chart TIP For parts equipped with a grease nipple use a grease gun Left side 1 Grease nipple Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease 1 1 Upper grease nipple 2 Lower grease nipple 1 2 U1VS60E0 book Page 44 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 129: ...NG EWB02161 Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger ous as it contains sulfuric acid which can cau se 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 beaten egg or vegetable oil Call a physician immediately EYES Flush with wa...

Page 130: ...olt NOTICE When removing the bat tery the main switch must be off and the negative lead must be disconnected be fore the positive lead ECB01002 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 equipped with optional el...

Page 131: ... if necessary NOTICE ECB00941 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent bat tery 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 connect the negative battery lead by installing their bolt NOTICE When installing the bat tery the main switch must be off ...

Page 132: ...s and the quick fastener screws 5 Install the seat See page 4 11 EBU25328 Replacing a fuse The main fuse and the fuse box are located under the seat See page 4 11 1 Battery holding plate 2 Battery box 2 1 1 Main fuse 2 Spare main fuse 1 2 U1VS60E0 book Page 48 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 133: ...use or a substitute object can cause damage to the electrical system which could lead to a fire EWB02173 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 Fuel injection system fuse 2 Radiator fan fuse 3 Ignition fuse 4 Signaling system fuse 5 Headlight fuse 6 Spare fuse ...

Page 134: ...ing the bolt and pulling the headlight unit outward as shown 2 Remove the headlight bulb holder cover 3 Remove the headlight bulb holder by pushing it in and turning it counterclockwise and then remove the burnt out bulb 1 Bolt 2 Headlight unit 2 1 1 Headlight bulb holder cover 1 U1VS60E0 book Page 50 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 135: ... cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner ECB00652 5 Install the headlight bulb holder by pushing it in and turning it clockwise 6 Install the headlight bulb holder cover 7 Place the headlight unit in the original posi tion and then install the bolt 8 Adjust the headlight beam if necessary EBU25562 Adjusting a headlight beam NOTICE ECB00691 It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustm...

Page 136: ...ake light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check it EBU25652 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 EBU27482 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 137: ...f However should your ATV require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience 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 EWB02281 Do not smoke when checking ...

Page 138: ... 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 Check the compression Dry Wet Operate the electric starter Have a Yamaha dealer check the ATV The engine does not start Check the ignition Operate the electric starter 2 Battery The engine turns over quic...

Page 139: ... can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recommended 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 a...

Page 140: ...es several times at slow speeds to let friction dry out the linings EWB02312 NOTICE Excessive wa ter pressure may cause water seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings brakes transmission seals and electrical devices Many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high pressure de tergent applications such as those avail able in coin operated car washers ECB00712 4 Once most of the dirt ...

Page 141: ...uel from deteriorat ing 3 Perform the following steps to protect the cyl inder piston rings etc from corrosion a Remove the 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 Tu...

Page 142: ...from entering it 7 Remove the battery and fully charge it 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 infor mation on storing the battery see page 8 45 TIP Make any necessary repairs before storing the ATV U1VS60E0 book Page 3 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 143: ...e level 77 311 EEC 87 4 dB A 3125 r min A weighted sound power level 97 0 dB A 3125 r min Vibration on seat EN1032 ISO5008 Will not exceed 0 5 m s Vibration on handle EN1032 ISO5008 Will not exceed 2 5 m s Engine Engine type Liquid cooled 4 stroke SOHC Cylinder arrangement Single cylinder Displacement 686 cm Bore stroke 102 0 84 0 mm 4 02 3 31 in Compression ratio 9 20 1 Starting system Electric s...

Page 144: ...l Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 11 0 L 2 91 US gal 2 42 Imp gal Fuel reserve amount 2 9 L 0 77 US gal 0 64 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 in Clutch Clutch type Wet multiple disc Transmission Primary reduction system Spur gear Primary reduction ratio 77 34 2 265 ...

Page 145: ...Rear tire Type Tubeless Size AT20 x 10 9 Manufacturer model MAXXIS M976Y Bias 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 Minimum Front 24 5 kPa 0 245 kgf cm 3 6 psi Rear 24 5 kPa 0 245 kgf cm 3 6 psi Front wheel Wheel type...

Page 146: ...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 0 30 0 W 2 Tail brake light LED Neutral indicator light LED Fuel level warning light LED Reverse indicator light LED Coolant temperatur...

Page 147: ...er or not further precautions are required Factors that influence the actual level of exposure of work force include the characteristics of the work room the other sources of noise etc i e the number of machines and other adjacent process es and the length of time for which an operator is exposed to the noise Also the permissible expo sure level can vary from country This information however will ...

Page 148: ...R MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EBU26031 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame TIP The vehicle identification number is used to iden tify your ATV EBU26051 Model label The model label is affixed at the location 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...

Page 149: ...11 2 11 1 Model label 1 U1VS60E0 book Page 2 Tuesday October 8 2013 1 05 PM ...

Page 150: ... 8 36 Coolant 5 4 8 17 Coolant temperature warning light 4 2 D Drive chain 5 5 Drive chain lubricating 8 40 Drive chain slack 8 38 E Engine break in 6 5 Engine idling speed 8 27 Engine oil 5 4 Engine oil and oil filter element 8 13 Engine start 6 1 Engine stop switch 4 4 Engine trouble warning light 4 3 F Fuel 4 10 5 4 Fuel level warning light 4 3 Fuel tank cap 4 9 Fuses replacing 8 48 H Handlebar...

Page 151: ...ng the front 4 12 Shock absorber assembly adjusting the rear 4 17 Spark arrester cleaning 8 25 Spark plug checking 8 10 Specifications 10 1 Speed limiter 4 5 Start switch 4 4 Steering shaft lubricating 8 45 Storage 9 2 Suspension lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots 8 44 Suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points lubricating the rear 8 43 Swingarm pivots lubricating 8 42 T Tail ...

Page 152: ...APPROVED HELMET AND PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER USE ON PAVED 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 MANUAL FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND ...

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