2003 YAMAHA YFM80R engine

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Shifting
This model has a 3-speed forward transmission
with centrifugal automatic clutch. The transmis-
sion allows you to control the amount of power
you have available at a given speed or for start-
ing accelerating, climbing, etc. To shift into neu-
tral, return the throttle lever to its original posi-
tion and repeatedly depress the shift pedal until
it stops.
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Do not coast for long periods with the engine
off, and do not tow the machine a long dis-
tance. Even with gears in neutral, the trans-
mission is only properly lubricated when the
engine is running. Inadequate lubrication
may damage the transmission.
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1. Shift pedal N. Neutral1. Pédale de sélection N. Point mort1. Pedal del cambio N. Punto muerto
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To start out and accelerate:
1. Release the throttle lever.
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Always close the throttle while shifting
gears. Otherwise, damage to the engine and
drive train may result.
2. Shift into first gear and release the shift
pedal.
3. Open the throttle gradually.
4. Once the machine has attained adequate
speed, release the throttle lever.
5. Shift into second gear and release the shift
pedal.
6. Open the throttle gradually.
7. Follow the same procedure when shifting
to the next higher gear.
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To 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.
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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 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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Engine break-in
There is never a more important period in the
life of your machine than the period between
zero and 20 hours.
For this reason, we ask that you carefully read
the following material. Because the engine is
brand new, you must not put an excessive load
on it for the first several hours of running. During
the first 20 hours, the various parts in the engine
wear and polish themselves to the correct oper-
ating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full throttle opera-
tion or any condition which might result in exces-
sive engine heating must be avoided. However,
momentary (2–3 seconds maximum) full throttle
operation under load does not harm the engine.
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Each full throttle acceleration sequence should
be followed with a substantial rest period for the
engine by cruising at lower r/min so the engine
can rid itself of the temporary build up of heat.
If any abnormality is noticed during this period,
consult a Yamaha dealer.
1. 0–10 hours:
Avoid continuous operation above half
throttle. Allow a cooling off period of five to
ten minutes after every hour of operation.
Vary the speed of the machine from time to
time. Do not operate it at one set throttle
position.
2. 10–20 hours:
Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4 throt-
tle. Rev the machine freely through the
gears but do not use full throttle at any
time.
3. After break-in:
Avoid prolonged full throttle operation.
Vary speeds occasionally.
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Parking
When parking, stop the engine and shift into
neutral. Turn the fuel cock to “OFF” and apply
the parking brake.q
1. Lock plate1. Plaque de verrouillage1. Placa de bloqueo
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Parking on a slope
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Avoid 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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Riding your machine requires skills acquired
through practice over a period of time.
Take the time to learn the basic techniques well
before attempting more difficult maneuvers.
Not recommended for children under 12
years of age.
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A child under 12 should never operate an
ATV with engine size greater than 70cc. Use
by children of ATVs that are not recommend-
ed for their age can lead to severe injury or
death of the child.
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