2002 YAMAHA YFM80R brakes

LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS .......................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION .........................2-1
DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION.....................................3-1
Identification number records ...............3-3
Key identification number .....................3-5
Vehicle identification number ...............3-7
Model label ...........................................3-9
CONTROL FUNCTIONS..........................4-1
Main switch ...........................................4-1
Indicator lights ......................................4-3
Handlebar switches ..............................4-3
Throttle lever ........................................4-7
Speed limiter ........................................4-9
Front brake lever ................................4-13Rear brake pedal and lever ................4-15
Parking brake .....................................4-17
Shift pedal ..........................................4-19
Fuel tank cap ......................................4-19
Fuel cock ............................................4-21
Choke lever ........................................4-23
Seat ....................................................4-25
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...................5-1
Front and rear brakes ...........................5-5
Fuel ......................................................5-9
Engine oil ............................................5-11
Final gear oil .......................................5-15
Throttle lever ......................................5-17
Fittings and fasteners .........................5-17
Switches .............................................5-17
Battery ................................................5-17
Tires ...................................................5-19
How to measure tire pressure ............5-23
Tire wear limit .....................................5-25
EBU00015
CONTENTS
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8Never 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.
8Always use the size and type tires specified in
this manual.
8Always maintain proper tire pressure as
described in this manual.
8Never modify an ATV through improper instal-
lation or use of accessories.
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EBU00075Parking brake
Use the parking brake when you have to start
the engine or park the machine, especially on a
slope. Apply the rear brake lever and push down
the lock plate to apply the parking brake.
Squeeze the rear brake lever to release the
parking brake.w8Always set the parking brake before start-
ing the engine. The ATV could start mov-
ing unexpectedly if the parking brake is
not applied. This could cause loss of con-
trol or a collision.
8Always be sure you have released the
parking brake before you begin to ride.
The brake could overheat if you ride the
ATV without releasing the parking brake.
You could lose braking performance
which could cause an accident. You could
also wear out the brakes prematurely.
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1. Lock plate1. Plaque de verrouillage1. Placa de bloqueo
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EBU00113
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Brakes9Check operation, condition and free play.
5-5~ 5-7, 8-41 ~ 8-49
9Adjust if necessary.
Fuel9Check fuel level.
9Fill with fuel if necessary.5-9 ~ 5-11
Engine oil9Check oil level.
9Fill with oil if necessary.5-11 ~ 5-15, 8-13 ~ 8-17
Final gear oil9Check for leakage. 5-15, 8-19 ~ 8-21
Throttle9Check for proper throttle cable operation. 5-17
Wheels and tires9Check tire pressure, wear and damage. 5-19 ~ 5-25, 8-57
Fittings and fasteners9Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-17
Battery9Check fluid level.
5-17, 8-59 ~ 8-65
9Fill with distilled water if necessary.
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EBU00477Front and rear brakes
1. Brake levers and brake pedal
Check for correct free play in the brake
levers and brake pedal. If the free play is
incorrect, adjust it. (See pages 8-43 ~
8-49.)
Check operation of the levers and pedal.
They should move smoothly and there
should be a firm feeling when the brake is
applied. If not, have the machine inspected
by a Yamaha dealer.
2. Brake operation
Test the brakes at slow speed after starting
out to make sure they are working proper-
ly. If the brakes do not provide proper brak-
ing performance, inspect the brakes for
wear. (See page 8-41.)
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wAlways check the brakes at the start of every
ride. Do not ride the ATV if you find any
problem with the brakes or you could lose
braking ability, which could lead to an acci-
dent. If a problem cannot be corrected by the
adjustment procedures provided in this man-
ual, have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha
dealer.
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EBU00208To decelerate:
When slowing down or stopping, release the
throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and
evenly. As you slow down, shift to a lower gear.
Be sure that the engine has sufficiently slowed
before engaging a lower gear. Improper use of
the brakes or shifting can cause the tires to lose
traction, reducing control and increasing the
possibility of an accident.wMake sure the engine has sufficiently slowed
before shifting to a lower gear. Engaging a
lower gear when the engine speed is too
high could make the wheels stop rotating.
This could cause loss of control, an accident
and injury. It could also cause engine or
drive train damage.
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EBU00220Parking on a slopewAvoid parking on hills or other inclines.
Parking on a hill or other incline could cause
the ATV to roll out of control, increasing the
chance of an accident. If you must park on
an incline, put the machine in low gear, apply
the parking brake, and block the front and
rear wheels with rocks or other objects.
Do not park the ATV at all on hills that are so
steep you could not walk up them easily.1. Bring the machine to a stop by applying
the brakes in low gear.
2. Stop the engine.
3. With the rear brake lever and pedal
applied, apply the parking brake and slowly
release the rear brake pedal.
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