2003 YAMAHA BLASTER 200 engine

7-35
Select a large, flat area off-road to become
familiar with your ATV. Make sure that this area
is free of obstacles and other riders. You should
practice control of the throttle, brakes, shifting
procedures, and turning techniques in this area
before trying more difficult terrain. Always avoid
riding on paved surfaces: the ATV is designed
for off-road use only, and handling maneuvers
are more difficult to perform on pavement.
Set the parking brake and follow the instruction
on page 6-3 to start the engine. Once it has
warmed up you are ready to begin riding your
ATV. As you get on the ATV, be sure not to
accidentally move the shift pedal. Remember
that the engine and exhaust pipe will be hot
when riding and afterwards; do not allow skin or
clothing to come in contact with these compo-
nents.
5VM-9-60 (7 shou) 6/20/02 4:18 PM Page 36

7-37
With the engine idling, pull the clutch lever to
disengage the clutch and shift into 1st gear, and
then release the parking brake. Open the throttle
gradually, and at the same time, release the
clutch lever slowly. Once the ATV has attained
adequate speed, release the throttle lever and at
the same time, quickly pull in the clutch lever
and shift into 2nd gear. Open the throttle part
way and gradually release the clutch. Use this
same procedure as you move into the higher
gears. Be sure to coordinate the use of the throt-
tle and shift pedal properly. If the throttle is
applied too abruptly or if the throttle is not
released during shifting, 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 control. Avoid higher speeds
until you are thoroughly familiar with the opera-
tion of your ATV.
5VM-9-60 (7 shou) 6/20/02 4:18 PM Page 38

7-39
w
Always open the throttle gradually and
release the clutch lever slowly. Otherwise,
the ATV could wheelie which would increase
the chance of an accident.
cC
Do not shift gears without releasing the
throttle. Damage to the engine or drive train
may occur.
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.
5VM-9-60 (7 shou) 6/20/02 4:18 PM Page 40

7-41
w
Make sure the engine has sufficiently slowed
before shifting to a lower gear. Engaging a
lower gear when the engine speed is too
high could cause the wheels to stop rotating.
5VM-9-60 (7 shou) 6/20/02 4:18 PM Page 42

7-59
RIDING DOWNHILL
When riding your ATV downhill, shift your weight
as far to the rear and uphill side of the ATV as
possible. Move back on the seat and sit with
your arms straight. Choose a low gear which will
allow the engine compression to do most of the
braking for you. Improper braking may cause a
loss of traction.
Use caution while descending a hill with loose or
slippery surfaces. Braking ability and traction
may be adversely affected by these surfaces.
Improper braking may also cause a loss of trac-
tion.
Whenever possible, ride your ATV straight
downhill. Avoid sharp angles which could allow
the ATV to tip or roll over. Carefully choose your
path and ride no faster than you will be able to
react to obstacles which may appear.
5VM-9-60 (7 shou) 6/20/02 4:18 PM Page 60

8-1
EBU00516
PERIODIC
MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT
Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication
will keep your machine in the safest and most
efficient condition possible. Safety is an obliga-
tion of the machine owner. The most important
points of machine inspection, adjustment and
lubrication are explained on the following pages.
w
Never service an engine while it is running.
Moving parts can catch clothing or parts of
the body, causing injury. Electrical compo-
nents can cause shocks or can start fires.
Turn off the engine when performing mainte-
nance unless otherwise specified. Have a
Yamaha dealer perform service if you are not
familiar with machine service.
5VM-9-60 (8 shou) 6/20/02 4:22 PM Page 2

EBU01277
Transmission oil
Transmission oil measurement
1. Place the machine on a level place.
2. Warm up the engine for several minutes,
and stop it.
3. Check the oil level through the level window
located at the right side crankcase cover.
NOTE:
Wait a few minutes until the oil level settles
before checking.
4. The oil level should be between the maxi-
mum and minimum marks. If the level is low,
add oil to raise it to the proper level.
1
2
3
1
1. Level window
2. Maximum level mark 3. Minimum level mark
1. Regard
2. Repère de niveau maximum 3. Repère de niveauminimum
1. Mirilla
2. Marca de máximo 3. Marca de mínimo
8-17
5VM-9-60 (8 shou) 6/20/02 4:22 PM Page 18

q
1. Drain bolt1. Boulon de vidange1. Perno de drenaje
8-19
Transmission oil replacement
1. Place the machine on a level place.
2. Warm up the engine for several minutes,
and stop it.
3. Place a container under the engine.
4. Remove filler cap and drain bolt to drain the
oil.
5. Install the drain bolt and tighten to specifica-
tion.
6. Fill the engine with oil and install the filler
cap.
1
1. Transmission oil filler cap1. Bouchon de remplissage d’huile1. Tapón de llenado del aceite
Tightening torque
Drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m0kgf)
5VM-9-60 (8 shou) 6/20/02 4:22 PM Page 20