2006 YAMAHA YFM700R tires

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 ............. 3-5
Model label ......................................... 3-7
CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...................... 4-1
Main switch ......................................... 4-1
Indicator and warning lights ................ 4-3
Handlebar switches ............................ 4-9
Throttle lever .................................... 4-13
Speed limiter .................................... 4-15
Clutch lever ...................................... 4-17
Brake lever ....................................... 4-17Brake pedal ...................................... 4-19
Parking brake lever .......................... 4-21
Shift pedal ........................................ 4-25
Reverse knob ................................... 4-25
Fuel tank cap .................................... 4-27
Seat .................................................. 4-29
Front shock absorber adjustment ..... 4-31
Adjusting the rear shock absorber .... 4-33
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ................ 5-1
Front and rear brakes ......................... 5-7
Fuel .................................................. 5-13
Engine oil .......................................... 5-17
Coolant ............................................. 5-19
Chain ................................................ 5-23
Throttle lever .................................... 5-23
Tires ................................................. 5-25
How to measure tire pressure .......... 5-29
Tire wear limit ................................... 5-31
Fittings and fasteners ....................... 5-31
EBU00150
CONTENTS
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S Set with tires cold.
Bei kalten Reifen.
Ajuste con los
neum ticos en fr o.
Pneus froid.Impostare a pneumatici
freddi.
Wanneer de banden
koud zijn.
Regular com pneus
frios.
St ll in med kalla d ck. 27.5 kPa
0.275 kgf/cm
2
4.0 psi27.5 kPa
0.275 kgf/cm
2
4.0 psi
5LP-21696-M0
qWARNINGIMPROPER TIRE PRESSURE OR OVERLOADING CAN
CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL.
LOSS OF CONTROL CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
INJURY OR DEATH.
OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE : Set with tires cold
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Recommended : FRONT : 27.5 kPa,{0.275kgf/cm2}
4.4 psi
REAR: 27.5 kPa,{0.275kgf/cm2}
4.4 psi9Minimum: FRONT : 24.5 kPa,{0.245kgf/cm2}
3.9 psi
REAR: 24.5 kPa,{0.245kgf/cm2}
3.9 psi9Never set tire pressure below minimum.
It could cause the tire to dislodge from the rim.
LOADING9Maximum Vehicle Load:
100 kg,(220 lbs).
Includes weight of operator, cargo and accessories.
5LP-21696-00
qFor Europe
Pour la Europe
Para EuropeFor Oceania
Pour l’Océanie
Para Oceanía
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8Always be sure there are no obstacles or peo-
ple behind you when you operate in reverse.
When it is safe to proceed in reverse, go
slowly.
8Always use the size and type of 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.
8Never exceed the stated load capacity for an
ATV. Cargo should be properly distributed
and securely attached. Reduce speed and fol-
low instructions in this manual for carrying
cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow greater dis-
tance for braking.
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EBU01130
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Front brake9Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage. 5-7–5-11
9Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary. 8-71–8-81
Rear brake9Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage. 5-7–5-11
9Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary. 8-71–8-81
Clutch9Check operation, condition and lever free play. 8-89
Parking brake9Check operation, condition and cable length. 8-83–8-85
Fuel 9Check fuel level.
9Fill with fuel if necessary.5-13–5-15
Engine oil9Check oil level.
9Fill with oil if necessary.5-17, 8-21
Coolant reservoir 9Check coolant level in reservoir.
9Fill with coolant if necessary.5-19, 8-37–8-47
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition.
9Adjust if necessary.5-23, 8-91–8-99
Throttle9Check for proper throttle cable operation and free play. 5-23, 8-69
Wheels and tires9Check tire pressure, wear and damage. 5-25–5-31, 8-111–8-113
Fittings and fasteners9Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-31
Lights and switches9Check for proper operation. 5-31, 8-125–8-131
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EBU01580
Tires
Always use the recommended tires.
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Use of improper tires on this ATV, or opera-
tion of this ATV with improper or uneven tire
pressure, may cause loss of control, increas-
ing your risk of accident.
Pay attention to the following.
1. The tires listed below have been approved
by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. for this model.
Other tire combinations are not recom-
mended.
Manufacturer Size Type
Front DUNLOP AT21 ×7–10KT341
Radial
Rear DUNLOP AT20 ×10–9KT345
Radial
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2. The tires should be set to the recommend-
ed pressure:
8Recommended tire pressure
Front 27.5 kPa (0.275 kgf/cm
2, 0.275 bar)
Rear 27.5 kPa (0.275 kgf/cm2, 0.275 bar)
8Check and adjust tire pressures when the
tires are cold.
8Tire pressures must be equal on both
sides.
3. Tire pressure below the minimum speci-
fied could cause the tire to dislodge from
the rim under severe riding conditions.
The following are minimums:
Front 24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm
2, 0.245 bar)
Rear 24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm2, 0.245 bar)
4. Use no more than the following pressures
when seating the tire beads.
Front 250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm
2, 2.5 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm2, 2.5 bar)
Higher pressures may cause the tire to
burst. Inflate the tires very slowly and
carefully. Fast inflation could cause the
tire to burst.
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How to measure tire pressure
Use the low-pressure tire gauge.
NOTE:
The low-pressure tire gauge is included as stan-
dard equipment. Make two measurements of the
tire pressure and use the second reading. Dust
or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading
to be incorrect.
Set pressure with tires cold.
Set tire pressures to the following specifications:
1. Low-pressure tire gauge1. Manomètre basse pression pour pneus1. Manómetro de baja presión
Recommended
pressure
27.5 kPa
(0.275 kg/cm
2,
0.275 bar)
27.5 kPa
(0.275 kg/cm
2,
0.275 bar)Minimum
24.5 kPa
(0.245 kg/cm
2,
0.245 bar)
24.5 kPa
(0.245 kg/cm
2,
0.245 bar)Maximum
30.5 kPa
(0.305 kg/cm
2,
0.305 bar)
30.5 kPa
(0.305 kg/cm
2,
0.305 bar) Front
Rear
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EBU02080
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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