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... THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS ...1-1 SAFETY INFORMATION ...2-1 DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION...3-1 Identification numbers record ...3-2 Key identification number ...3-2 Vehicle identification number ...3-3 Model label...3-3 2 3 CONTROL FUNCTIONS...4-1 Main switch...4-1 Indicator lights...4-2 Handlebar switches ...4-2 Throttle lever ...4-4 Speed limiter ...4-5 Front brake lever ...4-6 Rear brake pedal and lever ...4-6 Parking brake...4-8 Shift pedal...4-9 Drive select lever...4-9 Recoil starter...4-10 Fuel tank cap...4-11 Fuel cock ...4-12 Starter (choke) ...4-13 Seat...4-14...
... THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS ...1-1 SAFETY INFORMATION ...2-1 DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION...3-1 Identification numbers record ...3-2 Key identification number ...3-2 Vehicle identification number ...3-3 Model label...3-3 2 3 CONTROL FUNCTIONS...4-1 Main switch...4-1 Indicator lights...4-2 Handlebar switches ...4-2 Throttle lever ...4-4 Speed limiter ...4-5 Front brake lever ...4-6 Rear brake pedal and lever ...4-6 Parking brake...4-8 Shift pedal...4-9 Drive select lever...4-9 Recoil starter...4-10 Fuel tank cap...4-11 Fuel cock ...4-12 Starter (choke) ...4-13 Seat...4-14...
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...-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1 Front and rear brakes ...5-3 Fuel...5-5 Engine oil...5-7 Final gear oil...5-8 Throttle lever ...5-8 Fittings and Fasteners ...5-8 Lights...5-8 Switches ...5-8 Battery...5-8 Tires...5-9 How to measure tire pressure...5-11 Tire wear limit ...5-12 OPERATION ...6-1 Starting a cold engine ...6-1 Starting a warm engine ...6-3 Warming up ...6-3 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving...6-4 Shifting ...6-5 To start out and accelerate: ...6-6 To decelerate:...6-7 Engine break-in ...6-7 Parking ...6-8 Parking on a slope ...6-9 Accessories and loading ...6-10 7 RIDING...
...-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1 Front and rear brakes ...5-3 Fuel...5-5 Engine oil...5-7 Final gear oil...5-8 Throttle lever ...5-8 Fittings and Fasteners ...5-8 Lights...5-8 Switches ...5-8 Battery...5-8 Tires...5-9 How to measure tire pressure...5-11 Tire wear limit ...5-12 OPERATION ...6-1 Starting a cold engine ...6-1 Starting a warm engine ...6-3 Warming up ...6-3 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving...6-4 Shifting ...6-5 To start out and accelerate: ...6-6 To decelerate:...6-7 Engine break-in ...6-7 Parking ...6-8 Parking on a slope ...6-9 Accessories and loading ...6-10 7 RIDING...
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... ...8-1 Owner's manual and tool kit ...8-1 Periodic maintenance/ lubrication ...8-3 Engine oil...8-5 Final gear oil...8-9 Spark plug inspection...8-11 Air filter cleaning...8-12 Carburetor adjustment ...8-15 Idle speed adjustment ...8-15 Valve clearance adjustment...8-16 Throttle lever adjustment...8-16 Front brake pad inspection ...8-17 Rear brake shoe inspection ...8-17 Brake fluid level inspection...8-18 Brake fluid replacement ...8-19 Front brake adjustment ...8-19 Rear brake adjustment ...8-21 Clutch adjustment...8-23 Cable inspection and lubrication ...8-24 Brake lever and brake pedal...
... ...8-1 Owner's manual and tool kit ...8-1 Periodic maintenance/ lubrication ...8-3 Engine oil...8-5 Final gear oil...8-9 Spark plug inspection...8-11 Air filter cleaning...8-12 Carburetor adjustment ...8-15 Idle speed adjustment ...8-15 Valve clearance adjustment...8-16 Throttle lever adjustment...8-16 Front brake pad inspection ...8-17 Rear brake shoe inspection ...8-17 Brake fluid level inspection...8-18 Brake fluid replacement ...8-19 Front brake adjustment ...8-19 Rear brake adjustment ...8-21 Clutch adjustment...8-23 Cable inspection and lubrication ...8-24 Brake lever and brake pedal...
Owners Manual
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..., or the ATV Distributor's Safety Hotline at low speeds and on level, smooth terrain. Learn to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of accessories. Never exceed the stated load capacity for braking. Test your brakes after leaving water. Never modify an ATV through improper installation or use the size and type tires specified in this manual. Cargo should be...
..., or the ATV Distributor's Safety Hotline at low speeds and on level, smooth terrain. Learn to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of accessories. Never exceed the stated load capacity for braking. Test your brakes after leaving water. Never modify an ATV through improper installation or use the size and type tires specified in this manual. Cargo should be...
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Taillight Rear wheel Shift pedal Drive select lever Rear brake lever Parking brake Main switch Front brake lever Throttle lever Handlebar switches NOTE: The machine you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 3-1 EBU00032 DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Spark arrester Rear carrier Seat Fuel tank cap Front carrier Brake pedal Front wheel Headlight Fuel cock Starter (choke) Recoil starter 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.
Taillight Rear wheel Shift pedal Drive select lever Rear brake lever Parking brake Main switch Front brake lever Throttle lever Handlebar switches NOTE: The machine you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 3-1 EBU00032 DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Spark arrester Rear carrier Seat Fuel tank cap Front carrier Brake pedal Front wheel Headlight Fuel cock Starter (choke) Recoil starter 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.
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... switches 1. Reverse indicator light "R" 2. The engine stop switch controls ignition and can be used at all times to "OFF". STOP" Make sure that the engine stop switch "ENG. Neutral indicator light "N" 1. Lights switch "LIGHTS" 2. EBU00603 EBU00054 Neutral indicator light "N" This indicator light comes on when the transmission is in neutral. 4-2 Engine stop switch is in an emergency. Engine stop switch is in reverse. Start switch "START" EBU00602 Reverse indicator light "R" This indicator light comes on when the transmission is turned...
... switches 1. Reverse indicator light "R" 2. The engine stop switch controls ignition and can be used at all times to "OFF". STOP" Make sure that the engine stop switch "ENG. Neutral indicator light "N" 1. Lights switch "LIGHTS" 2. EBU00603 EBU00054 Neutral indicator light "N" This indicator light comes on when the transmission is in neutral. 4-2 Engine stop switch is in an emergency. Engine stop switch is in reverse. Start switch "START" EBU00602 Reverse indicator light "R" This indicator light comes on when the transmission is turned...
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... than thirty minutes. If this switch is pushed. The battery may discharge to switch on the low beam and the taillight. EBU00647 EBU00734 Start switch "START" The starter motor cranks the engine when this should happen, remove the battery and recharge it. 4-3 CAUTION: Do not use the headlight with the engine turned off the headlight and the taillight. Light switch "LIGHTS" Turn the switch to the "LO" position to...
... than thirty minutes. If this switch is pushed. The battery may discharge to switch on the low beam and the taillight. EBU00647 EBU00734 Start switch "START" The starter motor cranks the engine when this should happen, remove the battery and recharge it. 4-3 CAUTION: Do not use the headlight with the engine turned off the headlight and the taillight. Light switch "LIGHTS" Turn the switch to the "LO" position to...
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... difficult to speed up or slow down when you need to. Correct the problem before you can't find or solve the problem yourself. 1. EBU00062 Throttle lever Once the engine is running, movement of the throttle lever will return to an idle any time the hand is removed from the throttle lever. Because the throttle is released. Make sure it does not work smoothly...
... difficult to speed up or slow down when you need to. Correct the problem before you can't find or solve the problem yourself. 1. EBU00062 Throttle lever Once the engine is running, movement of the throttle lever will return to an idle any time the hand is removed from the throttle lever. Because the throttle is released. Make sure it does not work smoothly...
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WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding with the brakes. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always check the brakes at the start of every ride. If a problem cannot be corrected by the adjustment procedures provided in this manual, have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer. 5-4 operating WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident. Do not ride the ATV if you find any problem with improperly brakes.
WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding with the brakes. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always check the brakes at the start of every ride. If a problem cannot be corrected by the adjustment procedures provided in this manual, have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer. 5-4 operating WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident. Do not ride the ATV if you find any problem with improperly brakes.
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... machine to a Yamaha dealer or refer to make sure they are in working condition. EBU00155 EBU00151 Throttle lever Check to idle position when released. Fittings and Fasteners Always check the tightness of the headlight switch, engine stop switch and any other switches. Repair as necessary for proper operation. 5-8 Switches Check the operation of chassis fittings and fasteners before a ride. EBU00499 Battery Check fluid level and...
... machine to a Yamaha dealer or refer to make sure they are in working condition. EBU00155 EBU00151 Throttle lever Check to idle position when released. Fittings and Fasteners Always check the tightness of the headlight switch, engine stop switch and any other switches. Repair as necessary for proper operation. 5-8 Switches Check the operation of chassis fittings and fasteners before a ride. EBU00499 Battery Check fluid level and...
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... control cables in cold weather, always make sure all controls. Turn the fuel cock to "RUN". 4. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Read the Owner's Manual carefully. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When riding in cold weather. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be unable to an accident or collision. Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to "ON". 3. Shift the transmission into neutral. WARNING...
... control cables in cold weather, always make sure all controls. Turn the fuel cock to "RUN". 4. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Read the Owner's Manual carefully. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When riding in cold weather. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be unable to an accident or collision. Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to "ON". 3. Shift the transmission into neutral. WARNING...
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... a Yamaha dealer to inspect it is applied. However, it . ● The engine can be started in any gear if the rear brake lever is recommended to shift into neutral before starting the engine. 5. Half open 3. Position 3 : Cold engine startambient temperature above 25 ˚C (80 ˚F) and warm engine start switch. 6-2 Closed 2. Completely close the throttle lever and start the engine by pushing the start position. 6 6 6 6 6 6 7 8 9 60 1. Use the starter (choke...
... a Yamaha dealer to inspect it is applied. However, it . ● The engine can be started in any gear if the rear brake lever is recommended to shift into neutral before starting the engine. 5. Half open 3. Position 3 : Cold engine startambient temperature above 25 ˚C (80 ˚F) and warm engine start switch. 6-2 Closed 2. Completely close the throttle lever and start the engine by pushing the start position. 6 6 6 6 6 6 7 8 9 60 1. Use the starter (choke...
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... a 5-speed forward and 1-speed reverse transmission with centrifugal automatic clutch. To shift into reverse, make sure there are no obstacles or people behind you to proceed, go slowly. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When you shift into neutral, return the throttle lever to its original position and repeatedly depress the shift pedal until it is safe to control the amount of power...
... a 5-speed forward and 1-speed reverse transmission with centrifugal automatic clutch. To shift into reverse, make sure there are no obstacles or people behind you to proceed, go slowly. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When you shift into neutral, return the throttle lever to its original position and repeatedly depress the shift pedal until it is safe to control the amount of power...
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... during this period, consult a Yamaha dealer. 1. 0 ~ 10 hours: Avoid continuous operation above 3/4 throttle. Vary speeds occasionally. Turn the fuel cock to ten minutes after every hour of operation. Allow a cooling off period of the machine from time to time. Parking When parking, stop the engine and shift into neutral. Lock plate 6-8 Vary the speed of five to "OFF" and apply the parking brake. 1. After break-in: Avoid...
... during this period, consult a Yamaha dealer. 1. 0 ~ 10 hours: Avoid continuous operation above 3/4 throttle. Vary speeds occasionally. Turn the fuel cock to ten minutes after every hour of operation. Allow a cooling off period of the machine from time to time. Parking When parking, stop the engine and shift into neutral. Lock plate 6-8 Vary the speed of five to "OFF" and apply the parking brake. 1. After break-in: Avoid...
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... you will start the engine. Make sure that the engine and exhaust pipe will engage and you are ready to begin riding your ATV. You should practice control of the throttle, brakes, shifting procedures, and turning techniques in contact with your ATV. Release the shift pedal and apply the throttle smoothly. Once the ATV has attained adequate speed, release the throttle and lift the shift pedal to...
... you will start the engine. Make sure that the engine and exhaust pipe will engage and you are ready to begin riding your ATV. You should practice control of the throttle, brakes, shifting procedures, and turning techniques in contact with your ATV. Release the shift pedal and apply the throttle smoothly. Once the ATV has attained adequate speed, release the throttle and lift the shift pedal to...
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... of the machine owner. Put the owner's tool kit and low-pressure tire gauge in the storage box. 1. EBU00259* WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Servicing an engine while it under the seat as shown. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Moving parts can start fires. Owner's manual Electrical components can cause shocks or can catch clothing or parts of the body, causing injury. The most efficient condition possible. Safety is running. EBU00253 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT...
... of the machine owner. Put the owner's tool kit and low-pressure tire gauge in the storage box. 1. EBU00259* WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Servicing an engine while it under the seat as shown. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Moving parts can start fires. Owner's manual Electrical components can cause shocks or can catch clothing or parts of the body, causing injury. The most efficient condition possible. Safety is running. EBU00253 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT...
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... cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to increase the free play. Operation of control cables becomes damaged. NOTE: Turn the adjusting bolt counterclockwise to decrease the clutch free play and turn it clockwise to replace them. Replace damaged cables. 8-24 Recommended lubricant: Yamaha chain and cable lube or SAE 10W30 motor oil EBU00356 Cable inspection and lubrication WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Damaged...
... cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to increase the free play. Operation of control cables becomes damaged. NOTE: Turn the adjusting bolt counterclockwise to decrease the clutch free play and turn it clockwise to replace them. Replace damaged cables. 8-24 Recommended lubricant: Yamaha chain and cable lube or SAE 10W30 motor oil EBU00356 Cable inspection and lubrication WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Damaged...
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... bulb to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. 1. To lower the beam, turn the adjusting screw clockwise. Headlight beam adjustment CAUTION: It is turned off. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can be burned, or a fire could start if the bulb touches something flammable. Vertical adjustment: To raise the beam, turn the screw counterclockwise. 1. Put a new bulb into position and secure it . 3. EBU00409 WARNING...
... bulb to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. 1. To lower the beam, turn the adjusting screw clockwise. Headlight beam adjustment CAUTION: It is turned off. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can be burned, or a fire could start if the bulb touches something flammable. Vertical adjustment: To raise the beam, turn the screw counterclockwise. 1. Put a new bulb into position and secure it . 3. EBU00409 WARNING...
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... sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed. 2. Many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high pressure detergent applications such as those available in coin-operated car washers. 4. b. If the engine case is handy for hard-to prevent water entry. Before cleaning the machine: a. Block off the end of wheel bearings, brakes, transmission seals and electrical devices. CAUTION: Excessive water pressure may...
... sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed. 2. Many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high pressure detergent applications such as those available in coin-operated car washers. 4. b. If the engine case is handy for hard-to prevent water entry. Before cleaning the machine: a. Block off the end of wheel bearings, brakes, transmission seals and electrical devices. CAUTION: Excessive water pressure may...
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... wheels off the ground. 5. Fill the fuel tank with a light film of fuel stabilizer and conditioner. Do not apply oil to be drained instead. 2. Remove the spark plug, pour about one tablespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil in a humid or salt-air atmosphere, coat all exposed metal surfaces with fresh fuel and add the specified amount of oil. Ground the spark plug wire and turn the engine over the exhaust...
... wheels off the ground. 5. Fill the fuel tank with a light film of fuel stabilizer and conditioner. Do not apply oil to be drained instead. 2. Remove the spark plug, pour about one tablespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil in a humid or salt-air atmosphere, coat all exposed metal surfaces with fresh fuel and add the specified amount of oil. Ground the spark plug wire and turn the engine over the exhaust...