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...) YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. EBU00438 WARNING Improper ATV use proper riding techniques to avoid • at speeds too fast for your skills or vehicle overturns on public roads-a collision can result in turns. • on hills and rough terrain the conditions. LOCATE AND READ OWNER'S MANUAL. ALWAYS USE AN APPROVED HELMET AND PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER USE ON PUBLIC ROADS NEVER CARRY PASSENGERS NEVER...
...) YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. EBU00438 WARNING Improper ATV use proper riding techniques to avoid • at speeds too fast for your skills or vehicle overturns on public roads-a collision can result in turns. • on hills and rough terrain the conditions. LOCATE AND READ OWNER'S MANUAL. ALWAYS USE AN APPROVED HELMET AND PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER USE ON PUBLIC ROADS NEVER CARRY PASSENGERS NEVER...
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... ...3-1 Identification number records...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 Oil temperature warning light checking method...4-3 Speedometer ...4-4 Fuel gauge ...4-4 Handlebar switches ...4-5 Throttle lever ...4-7 Speed limiter ...4-8 Front brake lever...4-9 Rear brake pedal and lever ...4-9 Parking brake...4-10 Shift pedal ...4-11 Reverse knob...4-11 Recoil starter...4-12 Fuel tank cap ...4-13 Fuel cock...4-14 Starter (choke) ...4-15 Seat...4-16 Storage box...4-17...
... ...3-1 Identification number records...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 Oil temperature warning light checking method...4-3 Speedometer ...4-4 Fuel gauge ...4-4 Handlebar switches ...4-5 Throttle lever ...4-7 Speed limiter ...4-8 Front brake lever...4-9 Rear brake pedal and lever ...4-9 Parking brake...4-10 Shift pedal ...4-11 Reverse knob...4-11 Recoil starter...4-12 Fuel tank cap ...4-13 Fuel cock...4-14 Starter (choke) ...4-15 Seat...4-16 Storage box...4-17...
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... DC jack...4-20 5 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1 Front and rear brakes ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Engine oil ...5-7 Final gear oil...5-8 Differential gear oil ...5-8 Throttle lever ...5-8 Fittings and Fasteners ...5-8 Lights...5-9 Switches...5-9 Tires ...5-9 How to measure tire pressure...5-11 Tire wear limit...5-12 6 OPERATION ...6-1 Starting a cold engine...6-1 Starting a warm engine ...6-3 Warming up ...6-3 Reverse knob operation and reverse driving ...6-4 Shifting...6-5 To start out and accelerate:...6-5 To decelerate:...6-6 Engine break-in ...6-7 Parking...6-8 Parking on a slope...6-9 Accessories...
... DC jack...4-20 5 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1 Front and rear brakes ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Engine oil ...5-7 Final gear oil...5-8 Differential gear oil ...5-8 Throttle lever ...5-8 Fittings and Fasteners ...5-8 Lights...5-9 Switches...5-9 Tires ...5-9 How to measure tire pressure...5-11 Tire wear limit...5-12 6 OPERATION ...6-1 Starting a cold engine...6-1 Starting a warm engine ...6-3 Warming up ...6-3 Reverse knob operation and reverse driving ...6-4 Shifting...6-5 To start out and accelerate:...6-5 To decelerate:...6-6 Engine break-in ...6-7 Parking...6-8 Parking on a slope...6-9 Accessories...
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... ...8-3 Engine oil...8-5 Final gear oil ...8-9 Differential gear oil replacement ...8-11 Front axle boots...8-13 Spark plug inspection...8-13 Air filter cleaning ...8-14 Spark arrester cleaning ...8-17 Carburetor adjustment...8-18 Idle speed adjustment ...8-19 Valve clearance adjustment ...8-20 Throttle lever adjustment...8-20 Front brake pad inspection...8-21 Rear brake shoe inspection...8-21 Brake fluid level inspection ...8-22 Brake fluid replacement ...8-23 Front brake adjustment...8-24 Rear brake pedal and lever adjustment ...8-25 Adjusting the rear brake light switch ...8-28 Clutch...
... ...8-3 Engine oil...8-5 Final gear oil ...8-9 Differential gear oil replacement ...8-11 Front axle boots...8-13 Spark plug inspection...8-13 Air filter cleaning ...8-14 Spark arrester cleaning ...8-17 Carburetor adjustment...8-18 Idle speed adjustment ...8-19 Valve clearance adjustment ...8-20 Throttle lever adjustment...8-20 Front brake pad inspection...8-21 Rear brake shoe inspection...8-21 Brake fluid level inspection ...8-22 Brake fluid replacement ...8-23 Front brake adjustment...8-24 Rear brake pedal and lever adjustment ...8-25 Adjusting the rear brake light switch ...8-28 Clutch...
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... 14 NOTE: The machine you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 3-1 Fuel cock 8. Shift pedal 12. Fuel gauge 22. Front carrier 5. Rear brake pedal 6. Tail/brake light 10. Speedometer 17. Rear carrier 2. Rear brake lever 14. Right handlebar switch 19. Headlight 7. Rear wheel 11. EBU00032 DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. Starter (choke) 16. Parking brake lock plate 15. Main switch 23. Auxiliary DC jack 4. Throttle lever 21.
... 14 NOTE: The machine you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. 3-1 Fuel cock 8. Shift pedal 12. Fuel gauge 22. Front carrier 5. Rear brake pedal 6. Tail/brake light 10. Speedometer 17. Rear carrier 2. Rear brake lever 14. Right handlebar switch 19. Headlight 7. Rear wheel 11. EBU00032 DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. Starter (choke) 16. Parking brake lock plate 15. Main switch 23. Auxiliary DC jack 4. Throttle lever 21.
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... while the warning light is on when the 2WD/ 4WD switch is safe to do so and allow the engine to cool down for about 10 minutes. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 CAUTION: q 1. 2. 3. 4. EBU00045 EBU00605 Four-wheel-drive indicator light " " This indicator light comes on may cause damage to the engine. Reverse indicator light "REVERSE" Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" Oil temperature warning light "OIL TEMP" Four-wheel drive indicator light " " q The engine may not...
... while the warning light is on when the 2WD/ 4WD switch is safe to do so and allow the engine to cool down for about 10 minutes. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 CAUTION: q 1. 2. 3. 4. EBU00045 EBU00605 Four-wheel-drive indicator light " " This indicator light comes on may cause damage to the engine. Reverse indicator light "REVERSE" Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" Oil temperature warning light "OIL TEMP" Four-wheel drive indicator light " " q The engine may not...
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...: _ See starting instructions prior to stop switch " "/" 3. Start switch " " " EBU00849 Light switch Turn the switch to the " " position to " ". 4-5 CAUTION: Do not use the headlight with the engine turned off the headlight and the taillight. Lights switch "LIGHTS" 2. EBU00053 EBU00607 Handlebar switches Start switch " " The starter motor cranks the engine when this should happen, remove the battery and recharge it. The engine stop switch controls ignition and can be used at all times to starting the engine. (See page...
...: _ See starting instructions prior to stop switch " "/" 3. Start switch " " " EBU00849 Light switch Turn the switch to the " " position to " ". 4-5 CAUTION: Do not use the headlight with the engine turned off the headlight and the taillight. Lights switch "LIGHTS" 2. EBU00053 EBU00607 Handlebar switches Start switch " " The starter motor cranks the engine when this should happen, remove the battery and recharge it. The engine stop switch controls ignition and can be used at all times to starting the engine. (See page...
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... a Yamaha dealer if you start the engine. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the machine will decelerate, and the engine will increase the engine speed. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Malfunction of the machine by varying the throttle position. This could be sure it returns to the idle position as soon as the lever is operating smoothly. Make sure it is released. Correct the problem...
... a Yamaha dealer if you start the engine. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the machine will decelerate, and the engine will increase the engine speed. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Malfunction of the machine by varying the throttle position. This could be sure it returns to the idle position as soon as the lever is operating smoothly. Make sure it is released. Correct the problem...
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WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding with the brakes. Do not ride the ATV if you find any problem with improperly operating brakes. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always check the brakes at the start of every ride. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident. If a problem cannot be corrected by the adjustment procedures provided in this manual, have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer. 5-4
WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding with the brakes. Do not ride the ATV if you find any problem with improperly operating brakes. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always check the brakes at the start of every ride. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident. If a problem cannot be corrected by the adjustment procedures provided in this manual, have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer. 5-4
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... injury or death. Shift the transmission into neutral. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating ATV without being familiar with all control cables work smoothly before you do not understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. 6-1 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to "ON". 3. Turn the fuel cock to...
... injury or death. Shift the transmission into neutral. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating ATV without being familiar with all control cables work smoothly before you do not understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. 6-1 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Turn the main switch to "ON" and the engine stop switch to "ON". 3. Turn the fuel cock to...
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... position. Starter (choke) lever 2. However, it . a. ambient temperature below 5 °C (40 °F). If the light does not come on , ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect it is applied. Fully-open 1. NOTE: q When the transmission is in any gear if the rear brake lever is recommended to shift into neutral before starting the engine. _ _ Position 3: Cold engine start- Completely close the throttle lever and start the engine by...
... position. Starter (choke) lever 2. However, it . a. ambient temperature below 5 °C (40 °F). If the light does not come on , ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect it is applied. Fully-open 1. NOTE: q When the transmission is in any gear if the rear brake lever is recommended to shift into neutral before starting the engine. _ _ Position 3: Cold engine start- Completely close the throttle lever and start the engine by...
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... running. Even with centrifugal automatic clutch. Inadequate lubrication may result. 2. Shift pedal N. Neutral R. The transmission allows you to control the amount of power you have available at a given speed or for long periods with the engine off, and do not tow the machine a long distance. Reverse 6-5 CAUTION: Do not coast for starting accelerating, climbing, etc. Release the throttle lever. Open the throttle gradually. 1. To shift...
... running. Even with centrifugal automatic clutch. Inadequate lubrication may result. 2. Shift pedal N. Neutral R. The transmission allows you to control the amount of power you have available at a given speed or for long periods with the engine off, and do not tow the machine a long distance. Reverse 6-5 CAUTION: Do not coast for starting accelerating, climbing, etc. Release the throttle lever. Open the throttle gradually. 1. To shift...
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Rev the machine freely through the gears but do not use full throttle at any time. 3. Vary speeds occasionally. Lock plate 6-8 Parking When parking, stop the engine and shift into neutral. Turn the fuel cock to "OFF" and apply the parking brake. 1. EBU00211 2. 10 ~ 20 hours: Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4 throttle. After break-in: Avoid prolonged full throttle operation.
Rev the machine freely through the gears but do not use full throttle at any time. 3. Vary speeds occasionally. Lock plate 6-8 Parking When parking, stop the engine and shift into neutral. Turn the fuel cock to "OFF" and apply the parking brake. 1. EBU00211 2. 10 ~ 20 hours: Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4 throttle. After break-in: Avoid prolonged full throttle operation.
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... release the parking brake. If the throttle is applied too abruptly or if the throttle is not released during shifting, or if the shift pedal is free of obstacles and other riders. Avoid higher speeds until you get on pavement. The centrifugal clutch will engage and you move the shift pedal. Set the parking brake and follow the instruction on page 6-1 to start to perform...
... release the parking brake. If the throttle is applied too abruptly or if the throttle is not released during shifting, or if the shift pedal is free of obstacles and other riders. Avoid higher speeds until you get on pavement. The centrifugal clutch will engage and you move the shift pedal. Set the parking brake and follow the instruction on page 6-1 to start to perform...
Owners Manual
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Clutch adjustment 1. Locknut 2. Rear brake light switch 2. Then, turn it 1/8 turn the adjusting nut in direction b. Slowly turn the adjusting bolt counterclockwise until resistance is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in place. To make the brake light come on just before braking takes effect. Loosen the locknut. 2. If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follows. Adjusting bolt 1. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut 8-28 Turn the...
Clutch adjustment 1. Locknut 2. Rear brake light switch 2. Then, turn it 1/8 turn the adjusting nut in direction b. Slowly turn the adjusting bolt counterclockwise until resistance is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in place. To make the brake light come on just before braking takes effect. Loosen the locknut. 2. If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follows. Adjusting bolt 1. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut 8-28 Turn the...
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Recommended lubricant: Yamaha chain and cable lube or SAE 10W30 motor oil Wheel removal 1. Elevate the wheel by placing a suitable stand under the frame. 2. Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose grease) 8-30 EBU00373 Lubricate the inner cables and the cable ends. Remove the wheel assembly. Remove the nuts from the wheel. 3. If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. EBU00727 Brake and shift pedal/brake lever lubrication Lubricate the pivoting parts of each lever and pedal.
Recommended lubricant: Yamaha chain and cable lube or SAE 10W30 motor oil Wheel removal 1. Elevate the wheel by placing a suitable stand under the frame. 2. Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose grease) 8-30 EBU00373 Lubricate the inner cables and the cable ends. Remove the wheel assembly. Remove the nuts from the wheel. 3. If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. EBU00727 Brake and shift pedal/brake lever lubrication Lubricate the pivoting parts of each lever and pedal.
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...-type battery. Specified fuses: Main fuse: Headlight fuse: Ignition fuse: Auxiliary DC jack fuse: Carburetor warmer fuse: Four-wheel-drive fuse: 30 A 15 A 10 A 10 A 10 A 3A 8-33 Using a conventional battery charger may shorten the battery life. 2. Then turn off the main switch and install a new fuse of the specified amperage. If the fuse immediately blows again, consult a Yamaha dealer. EBU00385 EBU00853 Battery maintenance 1. Completely recharge the battery before reinstallation. The main fuse case...
...-type battery. Specified fuses: Main fuse: Headlight fuse: Ignition fuse: Auxiliary DC jack fuse: Carburetor warmer fuse: Four-wheel-drive fuse: 30 A 15 A 10 A 10 A 10 A 3A 8-33 Using a conventional battery charger may shorten the battery life. 2. Then turn off the main switch and install a new fuse of the specified amperage. If the fuse immediately blows again, consult a Yamaha dealer. EBU00385 EBU00853 Battery maintenance 1. Completely recharge the battery before reinstallation. The main fuse case...
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Never use a fuse of the proper fuse. 1. Headlight fuse 3. Spare fuse CAUTION: _ To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off the main switch when checking or replacing a fuse. _ 1. Ignition fuse 4. Four-wheel-drive fuse 3. WHAT CAN HAPPEN An improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system which could lead to a fire. Spare fuse 2. Auxiliary DC jack fuse 5. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Using an improper fuse. Main fuse 2. Carburetor warmer fuse 8-34 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always use a material in place of the specified rating.
Never use a fuse of the proper fuse. 1. Headlight fuse 3. Spare fuse CAUTION: _ To prevent accidental short-circuiting, turn off the main switch when checking or replacing a fuse. _ 1. Ignition fuse 4. Four-wheel-drive fuse 3. WHAT CAN HAPPEN An improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system which could lead to a fire. Spare fuse 2. Auxiliary DC jack fuse 5. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Using an improper fuse. Main fuse 2. Carburetor warmer fuse 8-34 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always use a material in place of the specified rating.
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Open the storage box. (See page 4-17.) 2. Remove the nuts together with the bulb) by turning it counterclockwise. 1. Vertical adjustment: To raise the beam, turn the screw counterclockwise. To lower the beam, turn the adjusting screw clockwise. Adjusting screw (× 2) 8-37 Storage box 2. Nut (× 2) 3. Remove the bulb holder (together with washers. 1. Tail/brake light bulb replacement 1. EBU00409 EBU00945 Headlight beam adjustment CAUTION: It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. 1.
Open the storage box. (See page 4-17.) 2. Remove the nuts together with the bulb) by turning it counterclockwise. 1. Vertical adjustment: To raise the beam, turn the screw counterclockwise. To lower the beam, turn the adjusting screw clockwise. Adjusting screw (× 2) 8-37 Storage box 2. Nut (× 2) 3. Remove the bulb holder (together with washers. 1. Tail/brake light bulb replacement 1. EBU00409 EBU00945 Headlight beam adjustment CAUTION: It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. 1.
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... cause water seepage and deterioration of the exhaust pipe to -get-at places. 5. If the engine case is handy for hard-to prevent water entry. Rinse the machine off the end of wheel bearings, brakes, transmission seals and electrical devices. CLEANING Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine will not only enhance its appearance but will improve its general performance and extend the...
... cause water seepage and deterioration of the exhaust pipe to -get-at places. 5. If the engine case is handy for hard-to prevent water entry. Rinse the machine off the end of wheel bearings, brakes, transmission seals and electrical devices. CLEANING Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine will not only enhance its appearance but will improve its general performance and extend the...