Yamaha YFZ450R 2017 Owner'S Manual Download

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CLEANING AND STORAGE ........................... 9-1

Cleaning ...................................................... 9-1
Storage........................................................ 9-2

SPECIFICATIONS ........................................ 10-1

CONSUMER INFORMATION ....................... 11-1

Identification numbers ..............................11-1

INDEX ........................................................... 12-1

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Summary of Contents for YFZ450R 2017

Page 1: ...ANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO BW2 F8199 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 ...

Page 2: ...DIC183 Original instructions Notice originale Manual original PRINTED IN USA 2017 06 0 3 1 CR E F S ...

Page 3: ...CAREFULLY It contains important safety information WARNING OWNER S MANUAL YFZ45YSXJ YFZ45YSSJ This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age BW2 F8199 61 E0 UBW261E0 book Page 1 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 4: ...hovenlaan 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 Title and or...

Page 5: ...s important 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 i...

Page 6: ... the figures shown in this manual This is the 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 vehi...

Page 7: ...d or motorway Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV EBU17411 YFZ45YSXJ YFZ45YSSJ OWNER S MANUAL 2017 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition April 2017 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 UBW261E0 book Page 1 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 8: ... lever 4 5 Brake pedal 4 6 Parking brake lever 4 6 Shift pedal 4 7 Fuel tank cap 4 8 Fuel 4 8 Seat 4 10 Front shock absorbers 4 11 Rear shock absorbers 4 16 Handlebar position 4 23 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 lights and switches 5 7 OPERATION 6 1 Starting the en...

Page 9: ...ir filter element 8 21 Cleaning the spark arrester 8 25 Adjusting the throttle lever free play 8 27 Valve clearance 8 28 Brakes 8 28 Checking the front and rear brake pads 8 28 Checking the brake fluid level 8 29 Changing the brake fluid 8 31 Checking the front brake lever free play 8 31 Checking the brake pedal height 8 32 Adjusting the parking brake free play 8 32 Brake light switches 8 34 Adjus...

Page 10: ...8 Tail brake light 8 49 Removing a wheel 8 49 Installing a wheel 8 49 Troubleshooting 8 50 Troubleshooting charts 8 51 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 Cleaning 9 1 Storage 9 2 SPECIFICATIONS 10 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 11 1 Identification numbers 11 1 INDEX 12 1 UBW261E0 book Page 3 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

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 9 8 1 2 5 4 3 8 7 6 UBW261E0 book Page 1 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 12: ...1 2 1 1P0 F816R 00 YAMAHA 1HP F811R 00 YAMAHA 1 2 3 UBW261E0 book Page 2 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 13: ...ctane RON de min 97 Utilizzare benzina PREMIUM super senza piombo con almeno 97 ottani RON Gebruik loodvrije SUPERBENZINE met een octaangetal RON van minstens 97 Utilize gasolina sem chumbo com índice de octano mínimode 97 RON Använd blyfri PREMIUMBENSIN av 97 oktan RON eller mer 3C2 F816P 00 YAMAHA 35 0 kPa 0 35 kgf cm 5 0 psi 35 0 kPa 0 35 kgf cm 5 0 psi 1TD F816M M0 E10 B42 F817K 00 4 6 7 5 UBW...

Page 14: ...1 4 1 1HP F2259 21 YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD SHIZUOKA JAPAN YAMAHA 4GB 2155A 00 8 9 UBW261E0 book Page 4 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 15: ...tective gear 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 liquids This unit contains high pressure nitrogen gas Mishandling can cause an explosion Do not incinerate puncture or open UBW261E0 book Page 5 Friday May 2...

Page 16: ... 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 related items Make sure you do not exceed the load limits Overloading can cause loss of control L...

Page 17: ...hild 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 suc...

Page 18: ...at 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...

Page 19: ...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 use the size and type of tires specified i...

Page 20: ... 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 your vehicle will not restart or is not in safe operating condition turn off the main switch and engine stop switch If the breakdown oc curs at twilight or nig...

Page 21: ...d 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 using it to make sure that it does not in any way reduce ground ...

Page 22: ...so 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 ru...

Page 23: ...gine oil tank filler cap 3 Rear brake fluid reservoir 4 Battery 5 Shift pedal 6 Coolant reservoir 5 6 3 1 4 2 1 Spark arrester 2 Fuse 3 Fuel tank cap 4 Oil filter element 5 Brake pedal 6 Rear brake light switch 7 Rear shock absorber 4 5 6 1 2 7 3 UBW261E0 book Page 1 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 24: ...ontrols and instruments 1 Clutch lever 2 Parking brake lever 3 Handlebar switches 4 Main switch 5 Front brake fluid reservoir 6 Throttle lever 7 Brake lever 2 1 3 6 5 4 7 UBW261E0 book Page 2 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 25: ...stems are off The key can be re moved EBU29383 Indicator light and warning lights EBU17861 Neutral indicator light This indicator light comes on when the transmis sion is in the neutral position 1 Main switch OFF ON 1 1 Fuel level warning light 2 Engine trouble warning light 3 Coolant temperature warning light 4 Neutral indicator light N 1 2 3 4 UBW261E0 book Page 1 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 26: ...ne EBU29933 Fuel level warning light This warning light comes on when the fuel level drops below approximately 3 4 L 0 90 US gal 0 75 Imp gal When this occurs refuel as soon as possible The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by setting the engine stop switch to and turning the key to on The warning light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the warning light does...

Page 27: ... this switch to crank the engine with the start er See the starting instructions on page 6 1 prior to starting the engine EBU18157 Light 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 ECB00046 Do not use the headlights with the engine turned off for an ext...

Page 28: ...position as soon as the lever is released EBU18325 Speed limiter The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully opening even when the throttle lever is pushed to the maximum Adjusting the speed limiter 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 th...

Page 29: ...42 3 Tighten the locknut EBU18384 Clutch lever The clutch lever is located on the left side of the handlebar To disengage the clutch pull the clutch lever toward the handlebar grip To engage the clutch release the lever The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth clutch operation The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch switch which is part of the ignition circuit cut off s...

Page 30: ... locknut turn the ad justing bolt and then tighten the locknut EBU18434 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 EBU18521 Parking brake lever Use the parking brake before 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 pa...

Page 31: ...you begin to ride The brake could overheat if you ride 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 EBU18532 Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left side of the en gine and is used in combination with the clutch when shifting See page 6 2 1 Parking brake lever unlocked positio...

Page 32: ...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 of sparks open flames or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of water heat ers and clothes dryers 2 When refueling be sure to select the recom mend...

Page 33: ... internal engine parts such as the valves and piston rings as well as to the exhaust system 1 Maximum fuel level 2 Fuel tank filler tube Recommended fuel Premium unleaded gasoline octane 97 or higher Fuel tank capacity 10 0 L 2 64 US gal 2 20 Imp gal Fuel reserve amount 3 4 L 0 90 US gal 0 75 Imp gal 2 1 1 EN228 fuel identification mark E10 1 UBW261E0 book Page 9 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 34: ...isonous 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 doctor immediately If gasoline spills on your skin wash with soap and water If gasoline spills on your clothing change your clothes EBU26733 Seat To remove the seat Insert your hand between th...

Page 35: ...come hot during operation Never touch the compression damping force adjusting bolt and screw the rebound damping force adjusting screw or the oil reservoir 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 ...

Page 36: ...pring 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 in the illustration The shorter distance A is the higher the spring preload the longer distance A is the lower the s...

Page 37: ...rease 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 302 5 mm 11 91 in Standard Distance A 293 0 mm 11 54 in Maximum hard Distance A 282 5 mm 11 12 in 1 Distance A 1 Tightening torque Locknut 50 N m 5 0 kgf m 37 lb ft 1 Rebound damping force adjusting sc...

Page 38: ... the adjusting bolt in direction b Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 30 click s in direction b Standard 16 click s in direction b Maximum hard 1 click s in direction b With the adjusting screw fully turned in di rection a 1 Fast compression damping force adjusting bolt Fast compression damping setting Minimum soft 2 turn s out from the fully turned in posi tion Standard 1 turn s out from the fu...

Page 39: ...efore han dling the shock 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 Slow compression damping force ...

Page 40: ...l reservoir with your bare hand or skin until the suspension components have cooled NOTICE ECB00091 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 rep...

Page 41: ...ew at the air filter case side 4 Remove the air filter case holding plate by re moving the bolts and collars 1 Hose holder 2 Clip 3 Bolt 4 Blow by gas chamber 2 3 4 1 1 Clamp screw 1 UBW261E0 book Page 17 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 42: ...e the air fil ter case by disconnecting it from the air in take duct 6 Disconnect the coupler 1 Bolt 2 Collar 3 Air filter case holding plate 1 1 2 3 1 Air filter case 2 Bolt 1 Coupler 1 2 2 1 UBW261E0 book Page 18 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 43: ... 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 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 Clamp screw 2 Ai...

Page 44: ...air intake duct place the air filter case in the original po sition and then tighten the clamp screw at the air filter case side NOTICE Make sure that the air intake duct is properly con nected to the air filter case and that the clamp screw is tightened securely ECB00972 14 Install the air filter case bolts and then tighten them to the specified torque Spring preload setting Minimum soft Distance...

Page 45: ... 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 Tightening torque Air filter case holding plate bolt 7 N m 0 7 kgf m 5 2 lb ft Tightening torque Blow by gas chamber bolt 7 N m 0 7 kgf m 5 2 lb ft 1 Rebound damping force adjusting screw Rebound damping setting Minimum soft 30 click s in di...

Page 46: ... turn the adjusting bolt in direction b Slow compression damping force To increase the slow compression damping force and thereby harden the compression damping turn the slow compression damping force adjust ing screw in direction a To decrease the slow compression damping force and thereby soften the compression damping turn the adjusting screw in direction b 1 Fast compression damping force adju...

Page 47: ...age 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 EBU29403 Handlebar position The handlebar can be adjusted to one of two po sitions to suit the rider s preference Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the position of the handle bar 1 Slow compression damping force adjustin...

Page 48: ...4 24 4 1 Handlebar 1 UBW261E0 book Page 24 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 49: ... 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 8 5 4 Engine oil Check oil level in engine oil tank and add recommended oil to specified level if necessary Check A...

Page 50: ...ation and correct if necessary Lubricate cable if necessary Check lever free play and adjust if necessary 8 34 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 27 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 8 38 Drive chain Check chain slack and adjust if necessary Check...

Page 51: ...ate lever pivoting points if necessary 8 39 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 UBW261E0 book Page 3 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 52: ... free play have a Yamaha dealer check the brake system Check for correct brake pedal height See page 8 32 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 ...

Page 53: ... at the recommended specifications Also check for wear and damage Tire pressure Use a tire pressure gauge to check and adjust tire air pressure when the tires are cold The tire air pressure must be equal on both 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 ...

Page 54: ...ct Tire wear If the tire is damaged or the tire tread depth de creases to 3 mm 0 12 in or less replace the tire Tire information This ATV is equipped with tubeless tires and tire air valves After extensive tests only the tires list ed below are approved for this model by Yamaha WARNING EWB02552 Use of improper tires on this ATV may cause loss of control increasing your risk of an acci dent 1 Low p...

Page 55: ...tions may 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 MS21 Size AT21 x 7R10 Type Tubeless Rear Manufacturer model MAXXIS MS22 Size AT20 x 10R9 Type Tubeless UBW261E0 book P...

Page 56: ... a few seconds then go off Coolant temperature warning light Fuel level warning light Engine trouble warning light NOTICE ECB00826 To avoid possible damage do not operate the ATV if a warning light does not work as de scribed above 3 Shift the transmission into neutral The neutral indicator light should come on if it does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit TIP This model...

Page 57: ...lerating 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 clutch EBU20595 To start out and accelerate 1 Release the throttle lever apply the front or rear brake and then release the parkin...

Page 58: ...thly 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 cident WARNING EWB00712 Make sure the engine has sufficiently slowed before shifting to a lower gear Engaging a low er gear when the ...

Page 59: ...he cor rect operating clearances Avoid prolonged full throttle operation or any condition that might re sult in engine overheating 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 oper ate it at one set throttle position 160 320 km 100 200 mi or 10 20 hours Avoid prolonged operation above 3 4 throttle Rev the engine through the...

Page 60: ...k 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 brakes 2 With the brake pedal applied shift into first gear and then stop the engine 3 Apply the parking brake EBU20911 Accessories and loading EBU20922 Genuine Yamaha Accessories Choosing accessories for your ATV is an impor tant decisi...

Page 61: ...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 considering an accessory or operating an ATV which has acces sories Accessories should be rigidly and securely mounted An accessory which can shift position or come off while you are riding could affect your ability to control the ATV Do ...

Page 62: ...he 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 you are going Ride more slowly than you would without a load The more weight you carry the slower you should go Although condi...

Page 63: ...7 1 7 EBU21142 RIDING YOUR ATV UBW261E0 book Page 1 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 64: ...tion 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 typ...

Page 65: ...TVs 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 Never carry a passenger Carrying a passenger on this ATV greatly reduces your ability to balance and control th...

Page 66: ... 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 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...

Page 67: ...experienced 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 sp...

Page 68: ... mon 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 contr...

Page 69: ... which in some situations 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 ...

Page 70: ... are not likely to touch it 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 op...

Page 71: ...ther 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 ...

Page 72: ...n 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 UBW261E0 book Page 10 Fri...

Page 73: ...fting 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 p...

Page 74: ...te 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...

Page 75: ...s 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 change...

Page 76: ...any 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 UBW261E0 book Page 14 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 77: ...he 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 fr...

Page 78: ... cause 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 ...

Page 79: ...ly 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 main...

Page 80: ...ALLOW 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 sha...

Page 81: ...G 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 UBW261E0 book Page 19...

Page 82: ...rests 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 slipp...

Page 83: ...recommended 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 s...

Page 84: ...orward 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 ...

Page 85: ... Turn 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 EWB0269...

Page 86: ...luded in this manual and 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 ma...

Page 87: ...er 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 Replace Every 5 years 2 Spark plug Check condition and clean regap or replace if necessary 3 Val...

Page 88: ...park arrester Clean 7 Air induction sys tem Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Replace any damaged parts if necessary 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 UBW261E0 book Page 4 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 89: ...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 fluid leakage an...

Page 90: ...heck 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 CHE...

Page 91: ...aft 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 oil Change Check ATV for oil leakage and correct if neces sary 21 Engine oil filter ele ment Replace 22 Cooling system Check coolant level and ATV for coolant leakage and correct if necessary Replace coolant Every 2 years NO ITEM CHECK OR ...

Page 92: ...ders and calipers and change the brake fluid 23 Moving parts and cables Lubricate 24 Throttle lever Check operation Check throttle lever free play and adjust if neces sary Lubricate cable and lever housing 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation and correct if necessary 26 Lights and switches Check operation and correct if necessary Adjust headlight beams NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ...

Page 93: ...8 9 8 Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged UBW261E0 book Page 9 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 94: ...each time a cowling or panel needs to be removed and installed EBU29596 Panel A To remove the panel 1 Remove the seat See page 4 10 2 Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun terclockwise See page 4 8 NOTICE Make sure that no foreign material enters the fuel tank ECB01052 3 Loosen the quick fasteners 1 Panel A 2 Panel B 3 Cowling 1 2 3 1 Panel C 1 UBW261E0 book Page 10 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 A...

Page 95: ...p by turning it coun terclockwise 2 Place the panel in the original position and then install the quick fasteners NOTICE When installing the panel be sure not to pinch the cables or wires ECB00382 3 Tighten the quick fasteners 4 Install the fuel tank cap by turning it clock wise 5 Install the seat 1 Quick fastener 1 Quick fastener 1 1 1 UBW261E0 book Page 11 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 96: ...ull the panel off To install a panel 1 Place the panel in the original position 2 Install panel A Cowling To remove the cowling 1 Remove panels A B and C 2 Loosen the quick fasteners and then take the cowling off UBW261E0 book Page 12 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 97: ...brica tion chart In addition the condition of the spark plug can reveal the condition of the engine The porcelain insulator around the center elec trode of the spark plug should be a medium to light tan the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally If the spark plug shows a distinctly dif ferent color the engine could be operating im properly Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself...

Page 98: ...s possible EBU2949B Engine oil and oil filter element The engine oil level should be checked before each ride In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter element replaced at the intervals spec ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Start the engine warm it up until the engine oil has reached a normal tem...

Page 99: ...n and then remove it again to check the oil level TIP The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 5 If the engine oil is at or below the minimum level mark add sufficient oil of the recom mended type through the engine oil tank filler hole to raise it to the correct level NOTICE Be sure the engine oil is at the correct lev el otherwise engine damage may result ECB00852 1 E...

Page 100: ...iller 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 Remove the engine guard by removing the bolts 3 Start the engine warm it up for several minu tes and then turn it off 4 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 5 Remove the eng...

Page 101: ... TIP Skip steps 7 10 if the oil filter element is not being replaced 7 Remove the oil filter element cover by remov ing the bolts 1 Engine oil tank drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 1 Crankcase engine oil drain bolt 2 Gasket 1 2 UBW261E0 book Page 17 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 102: ...ings are properly seated 10 Install the oil filter element cover by installing the bolts and then tighten them to the speci fied torque 1 Oil filter element cover 2 Bolt 1 2 1 Oil filter element 2 O ring Tightening torque Oil filter element cover bolt 10 N m 1 0 kgf m 7 4 lb ft 1 2 2 UBW261E0 book Page 18 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 103: ...eck the engine oil tank filler cap O ring for damage and replace it if necessary 14 Install and tighten the engine oil tank filler cap 15 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 16 Turn the engine off and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary 17 Install the e...

Page 104: ...engine tempera ture 2 Check the coolant level in the coolant reser voir TIP The coolant should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 3 If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark remove the coolant reservoir cap add coolant or distilled water to the maximum lev el mark and then install the reservoir cap NOTICE If coolant is not available use distilled water or soft tap water inst...

Page 105: ...ee page 8 52 for fur ther instructions EBU26809 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 TIP There is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter case If dust or water c...

Page 106: ...e air filter element together with the wing bolt and washer 6 Remove the wing bolt and washer from the air filter element 7 Remove the sponge material from the air filter element frame 1 Air filter case cover 2 Air filter case cover holder 1 2 1 Air filter element 2 Washer 3 Wing bolt 3 2 1 UBW261E0 book Page 22 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 107: ...E Do not twist the sponge material when squeezing it ECB00442 10 Check the sponge material and replace it if damaged 11 Apply Yamaha foam air filter oil or other qual ity foam air filter oil to the sponge material TIP The sponge material should be wet but not drip ping 12 Pull the sponge material over the air filter ele ment frame 13 Apply all purpose grease to the air filter ele ment seat 1 Spong...

Page 108: ...t the air filter ele ment is properly seated in the air filter case Never operate the engine with the air filter element removed Doing so would al low unfiltered air to enter the engine caus ing rapid engine wear and possible engine damage Additionally the fuel injection system would be affected resulting in poor engine performance and possible over heating ECB00763 16 Install the air filter case ...

Page 109: ... the throttle body and the rub ber joint manifold fittings for an air tight seal Tighten all fittings securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air entering the engine EBU30862 Cleaning the spark arrester Select a well ventilated area free of combustible materials and make sure the exhaust and muffler are cool 1 Remove the tailpipe cover by removing the bolts 2 Remove the retainer by removin...

Page 110: ... and retainer and align the bolt holes 5 Install the bolts and tighten them to the spec ified torque 6 Install the tailpipe cover and align the bolt holes 7 Install the bolts and tighten them to the spec ified torque 1 Bolt 2 Retainer 3 Tailpipe 4 Gasket 1 2 3 4 1 1 Tailpipe 2 Spark arrester Tightening torque Retainer bolt 10 N m 1 0 kgf m 7 4 lb ft 1 2 UBW261E0 book Page 26 Friday May 26 2017 9 3...

Page 111: ...04 Adjusting the throttle lever free play Periodically check the throttle lever free play and adjust if necessary 1 Slide the rubber cover back 2 Loosen the locknut Tightening torque Tailpipe cover bolt 8 N m 0 8 kgf m 5 9 lb ft 1 Rubber cover 2 Throttle lever free play adjusting bolt 3 Locknut 4 Throttle lever free play Throttle lever free play 2 0 4 0 mm 0 08 0 16 in 3 2 4 a b 1 UBW261E0 book Pa...

Page 112: ...es pro fessional knowledge Brake service should be performed by a Yamaha dealer WARNING EWB02572 Operating with improperly serviced or adjust ed brakes could lead to a loss in braking ability and an accident EBU24131 Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be checked for wear at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EBU29561 Fro...

Page 113: ...r indica tor grooves If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator grooves have almost dis appeared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EBU29502 Checking the brake fluid level Before riding check that the brake fluid 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 1 Wear indicato...

Page 114: ...ystem reducing braking perfor mance Clean the filler cap before removing Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed contain er Use only the specified brake fluid otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage Refill with the same type of brake fluid Add ing a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result in a harmful chemical reaction 1 Minimum level mark 1 Minimum level mark 1 1 Specified bra...

Page 115: ...e 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 lubrication chart In addition have the oil seals of the master cylinders and calipers as well as the brake hoses replaced at the intervals listed below or whenever...

Page 116: ...e play Periodically check the cable length A and adjust if necessary 1 Release the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the right 2 Fully loosen the locknut and the adjusting bolt at the rear brake caliper 1 Brake pedal height Brake pedal height 11 7 mm 0 46 in 1 1 Adjusting bolt 2 Cable length A 3 Locknut Cable length A 47 51 mm 1 85 2 01 in 1 2 3 UBW261E0 book Page 32 Friday May 26...

Page 117: ...E When tightening the locknut hold the adjusting bolt with a wrench so that it does not turn together with the lock nut ECB00522 WARNING EWB02091 Operating with improperly serviced or adjust ed brakes could cause the brakes to malfunc tion resulting in reduced braking performance This could increase the chance of a collision or accident After adjusting the parking brake free play block the rear of...

Page 118: ...rake light come on later turn the adjusting nut in direction b EBU30155 Adjusting the clutch lever free play Periodically check the clutch lever free play and adjust if necessary 1 To increase the clutch lever free play turn the clutch lever free play adjusting nut at the clutch lever in direction a and to decrease it turn the nut in direction b If the specified free play cannot be obtained procee...

Page 119: ...the clutch does not operate correctly have a Yamaha dealer check the internal clutch mechanism EBU26866 Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be checked before each ride and adjusted if necessary 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 To check the drive chain slack 1 Place the ATV on a level surf...

Page 120: ...wn TIP 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 backward 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 1 Drive chain slack 1 1 Rear wheel axle p...

Page 121: ...n chart otherwise it will quickly wear out especially when riding in dusty or wet areas Service the drive chain as follows NOTICE ECB00562 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 wash...

Page 122: ...s not move smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or replace it WARNING EWB02582 Inspect cables frequently and replace if damaged Corrosion can result when the ca ble 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 riding in cold weathe...

Page 123: ...ift 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 lubricating the brake pedal The operation of the brake pedal should be checked before each ride and the pedal pivot should be lubricated if necessary Recommended lubricants Brake lever Silicone grease Clutch lever Lithium soap based g...

Page 124: ...b 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 UBW261E0 book Page 40 Friday May 26 2...

Page 125: ...d lower arm pivots must be lubricat ed at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance and lubrication chart Left side Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease 1 Upper grease nipple 2 Lower grease nipple 2 1 2 UBW261E0 book Page 41 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 126: ...acid battery There is no need to check the electrolyte or to add distilled water However the battery lead connections need to be checked and tightened and the bat tery terminals cleaned if corroded If the battery seems to have discharged recharge it as soon as possible TIP Wear gloves and eye protection in a ventilated area away from sparks and open flames Wash hands after handling It is recommend...

Page 127: ...gases Keep sparks flame cigarettes or other sources of ignition away Ventilate when charging or using in an enclosed space KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN To remove the battery 1 Remove the seat See page 4 10 2 Remove the battery holding plate by remov ing the bolts 3 Disconnect the negative battery lead first then the positive battery lead by removing their bolt NOTICE When removing the bat tery th...

Page 128: ...rge it and then place it in a 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 ECB00942 Always keep the battery charged Storing the battery in a discharged state for an extended period of time will cause permanent battery damage Do not store the battery in an excessively cold or warm place below freezing or...

Page 129: ...962 Replacing the fuse The fuse holder is located under the seat See page 4 10 If the fuse is blown replace it as follows 1 Turn the key to off and turn off all elec trical circuits NOTICE ECB00641 To prevent accidental short circuiting turn off the main switch when checking or replacing a fuse 1 Positive battery lead red 2 Negative battery lead black 2 1 1 Fuse 2 Spare fuse 1 2 UBW261E0 book Page...

Page 130: ...Turn the key to on and turn on the elec trical circuits to check if the devices operate 4 If the fuse immediately blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system EBU30873 Replacing a headlight bulb If a headlight bulb burns out replace it with the specified bulb as follows 1 Remove the headlight unit by removing the bolt and pulling the headlight unit outward as shown 2 Remove the bul...

Page 131: ...l adversely affect the trans parency of the glass luminosity of the bulb and bulb life Thoroughly clean off any dirt and fingerprints using a cloth moistened with alcohol or thinner ECB00653 5 Install the socket by pushing it in and turning it clockwise 6 Install the bulb cover TIP When installing the bulb cover make sure the TOP mark faces upwards 1 Socket 1 1 Do not touch the glass part of the b...

Page 132: ...eadlight beam NOTICE ECB00691 It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment To raise a headlight beam turn the headlight beam adjusting bolt in direction a To lower a headlight beam turn the adjusting bolt in direction b 1 Bulb cover 2 TOP mark 1 2 1 Headlight beam adjusting bolt 1 a b UBW261E0 book Page 48 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 133: ... the ATV and place a suitable stand under the frame 4 Remove the nuts from the wheel 5 Remove the wheel EBU27484 Installing a wheel 1 Install the wheel with the arrow mark pointing in the forward rotating direction of the wheel and then install the wheel nuts 2 Lower the ATV to the ground 3 Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torques 1 Wheel nut 1 Arrow mark 2 Forward rotating direction 3 Whee...

Page 134: ...d 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 the fuel system Fuel can ignite or explode causing severe inju ry or property damage...

Page 135: ...ve 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 qu...

Page 136: ...er 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...

Page 137: ...akes 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 dir...

Page 138: ...Cleaning sec tion of this chapter 3 Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer Fu el Med Rx if available and then run the en gine for 5 minutes to distribute the treated fuel 4 Perform the following steps to protect the en gine from internal 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 spar...

Page 139: ...d Alternatively turn the wheels each month to prevent the tires from degrading in one spot 7 Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it 8 Remove the battery and fully charge it See page 8 42 UBW261E0 book Page 3 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 140: ...0 dB A A weighted sound power level 99 0 dB A at 3750 r min Uncertainty of measurement 3 0 dB A Vibration on seat EN1032 ISO5008 Will not exceed 0 5 m s Uncertainty of measurement 0 1 m s Vibration on handle EN1032 ISO5008 Will not exceed 2 5 m s Uncertainty of measurement 0 8 m s Engine Engine type Liquid cooled 4 stroke DOHC Cylinder arrangement Single cylinder Displacement 449 cm Bore stroke 95...

Page 141: ...ment Fuel Recommended fuel Premium unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 10 0 L 2 64 US gal 2 20 Imp gal Fuel reserve amount 3 4 L 0 90 US gal 0 75 Imp gal Fuel injection Throttle body ID mark 1TD1 00 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 ratio 61 23 2 652 Secondary reduction system ...

Page 142: ...XXIS MS22 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 35 0 kPa 0 350 kgf cm 5 0 psi Rear 35 0 kPa 0 350 kgf cm 5 0 psi Minimum Front 32 0 kPa 0 320 kgf cm 4 6 psi Rear 32 0 kPa 0 320 kgf cm 4 6 psi Front wheel Wheel type Panel wheel Rim size 10 x 5 5AT Rear wheel Wheel type Panel wheel R...

Page 143: ...system AC magneto Battery Model YTZ7S Voltage capacity 12 V 6 0 Ah Headlight s 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 Coolant temperature warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED Fuse Fuse 20 0 A EBU30403 Noise and vibration levels statement for Eu rope The figures quo...

Page 144: ... 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 enable the user of the machine to make a better evaluation of the hazard and risk UBW261E0 book Page 5 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 145: ...BER 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 fr...

Page 146: ...11 2 11 1 Model label 1 UBW261E0 book Page 2 Friday May 26 2017 9 38 AM ...

Page 147: ...4 8 20 Coolant temperature warning light 4 2 Cowling and panels removing and installing 8 10 D Drive chain 5 5 Drive chain lubricating 8 37 Drive chain slack 8 35 E Engine break in 6 4 Engine oil 5 4 Engine oil and oil filter element 8 14 Engine start 6 1 Engine stop switch 4 3 Engine trouble warning light 4 2 F Fuel 4 8 5 4 Fuel level warning light 4 2 Fuel tank cap 4 8 Fuse replacing 8 45 H Hand...

Page 148: ... Spark arrester cleaning 8 25 Spark plug checking 8 13 Specifications 10 1 Speed limiter 4 4 Start switch 4 3 Steering shaft lubricating 8 42 Storage 9 2 Suspension lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots 8 41 Swingarm pivots lubricating 8 40 T Tail brake light 8 49 Throttle lever 4 4 5 5 Throttle lever free play adjusting 8 27 Tires 5 5 Troubleshooting 8 50 Troubleshooting charts 8 51 V Valve ...

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Page 150: ...N 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 AN...

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