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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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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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Always use the size and type tires specified
in the Owner’s Manual for this vehicle on
pages 5-25–5-27. Always maintain proper tire
pressure as described in the Owner’s Manual
on page 5-29. Use of improper tires on this
ATV, or operation of this ATV with improper
or uneven tire pressure, may cause loss of
control, increasing your risk of an accident.
Do not operate at speeds too fast for your
skills or the conditions.
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Always go at a speed that is proper for the
terrain, visibility and operating conditions,
and your experience. Operating this ATV at
speeds too fast for your skills or the condi-
tions increases your chances of losing con-
trol of the ATV, which can result in an acci-
dent.
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Model YFM700R
Transmission:
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 77/34 (2.265)
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 38/14 (2.714)
Transmission type
Constant mesh 5-speed forward, 1-speed reverse
Operation Left foot operation
Gear ratio
1st 38/13 (2.923)
2nd 28/14 (2.000)
3rd 25/17 (1.471)
4th 25/22 (1.136)
5th 22/24 (0.917)
Reverse gear 24/13 ×29/12 (4.462)
Chassis:
Frame type Aluminum die-cast and steel tube frame
Caster angle 5°
Trail 21.0 mm
Tire:
Type Tubeless
Size front AT21 ×7 - 10
rear AT20 ×10 - 9
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