2007 YAMAHA BLASTER 200 brake fluid

Shifting ...................................................... 6-2
Engine break-in ......................................... 6-4
Parking ...................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope .................................... 6-6
Accessories and loading ........................... 6-6
RIDING YOUR ATV ...................................... 7-1
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV.............. 7-2
RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD
JUDGEMENT ...........................................7-2
BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE ............ 7-8
TURNING YOUR ATV ............................. 7-12
CLIMBING UPHILL .................................. 7-14
RIDING DOWNHILL................................. 7-16
CROSSING A SLOPE.............................. 7-17
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW
WATER ..................................................7-18
RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN .......... 7-20
SLIDING AND SKIDDING ........................ 7-20
WHAT TO DO IF... ................................... 7-21
WHAT TO DO... ....................................... 7-21
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR .......................................................... 8-1
Owner’s manual and tool kit ...................... 8-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ........................................................ 8-3
Checking the spark plug ............................ 8-7
Transmission oil ........................................ 8-8Autolube pump ......................................... 8-11
Cleaning the air filter element .................. 8-11
Cleaning the spark arrester ..................... 8-14
Changing the carburetor settings ............. 8-16
Adjusting the engine idling speed ............ 8-21
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ........ 8-22
Checking the front and rear brake
pads ....................................................... 8-23
Checking the brake fluid level .................. 8-24
Changing the brake fluid .......................... 8-25
Checking the front brake lever free
play ........................................................ 8-25
Checking the brake pedal position ........... 8-26
Adjusting the parking brake free play ...... 8-27
Brake light switches ................................. 8-29
Adjusting the clutch lever free play .......... 8-29
Drive chain slack ...................................... 8-30
Lubricating the drive chain ....................... 8-32
Checking and lubricating the cables ........ 8-33
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers ........................................... 8-34
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals ............................................. 8-34
Checking the wheel bearings ................... 8-34
Lubricating the swingarm pivots .............. 8-34
Lubricating the upper and lower arm
pivots ..................................................... 8-35
Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 8-35
Replacing the headlight bulb ................... 8-36

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a Yamaha dealer adjust it.

Check the operation of the lever and pedal. They
should move smoothly and there should be a
firm feeling when the brakes are applied. If not,
have a Yamaha dealer check the brake system.
Brake fluid level
Check the brake fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.
(See page 8-24.)
Brake fluid leakage
Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out of the
pipe joints or brake fluid reservoirs. Apply the
brakes firmly for one minute. If there is any leak-
age, have a Yamaha dealer check the brake sys-
tem.
Brake operation
Test the brakes at slow speed after starting out to
make sure they are working properly. If the brakes
do not provide proper braking performance, check
the brake pads for wear. (See page 8-23.)
WARNING

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Always check the brakes at the start of every
ride. Do not ride the ATV if you find any prob-
lem with the brakes or you could lose braking
ability, which could lead to an accident. If a
problem cannot be corrected by the adjust-
ment procedures provided in this manual, have
a Yamaha dealer check for the cause.
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Throttle lever
Check the operation of the throttle lever. It must
open smoothly and spring back to the idle position
when released. Have a Yamaha dealer correct if
necessary.
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Drive chain
Check the condition of the drive chain and check
the drive chain slack. Lubricate and adjust the
drive chain as necessary. (See page 8-30.) Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4

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NOTE:


The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.

Hydraulic brake service

Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.

Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and
change the brake fluid.

Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
26 Spark arrester

Clean.
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Front and rear brake
switches


Check operation and correct if necessary.
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Lights and switches


Check operation and correct if necessary.

Adjust headlight beam.
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Checking the brake fluid level
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the
brake system, possibly causing it to become inef-
fective.
Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above
the minimum level mark and replenish if neces-
sary. A low brake fluid level may indicate worn
brake pads and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check the brake
pads for wear and the brake system for leakage.
Front brake
1. Wear indicator
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1. Minimum level mark
LOWER
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Rear brake

Observe these precautions:

When checking the fluid level, make sure that
the top of the brake fluid reservoir is level.

Use only the recommended quality brake fluid,
otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate,
causing leakage and poor braking performance.

Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Mixing
fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction
and lead to poor braking performance.

Be careful that water does not enter the brake
fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may
result in vapor lock.

Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid imme-
diately.

As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake
fluid level to gradually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause.
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Changing the brake fluid
Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at
the intervals specified in the NOTE after the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication chart. In addi-
tion, have the oil seals of the master cylinders and
calipers as well as the brake hoses replaced at the
intervals listed below or whenever they are dam-
aged or leaking.

Oil seals: Replace every two years.

Brake hoses: Replace every four years.
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Checking the front brake lever free play
The brake lever free play must be checked at the
1. Minimum level mark
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-874N
Loading:
Maximum loading limit:
100.0 kg (220 lb)
(Total weight of rider, cargo, accessories, and tongue)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):
Recommended:
Front:
30.0 kPa (4.4 psi) (0.300 kgf/cm
2

)
Rear:
25.0 kPa (3.6 psi) (0.250 kgf/cm
2

)
Minimum:
Front:
27.0 kPa (3.9 psi) (0.270 kgf/cm
2

)
Rear:
22.0 kPa (3.2 psi) (0.220 kgf/cm
2

)
Maximum:
Front:
33.0 kPa (4.8 psi) (0.330 kgf/cm
2

)
Rear:
28.0 kPa (4.1 psi) (0.280 kgf/cm
2

)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
10 x 5.5AT
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Panel wheelRim size:
8 x 8.0AT
Front brake:
Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
180 mm (7.1 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm (monocross)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
180 mm (7.1 in)

INDEX
A
Accessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-11
Autolube pump ............................................................. 8-11
B
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ....... 8-34
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating ......... 8-34
Brake fluid, changing.................................................... 8-25
Brake fluid level, checking............................................ 8-24
Brake lever ..................................................................... 4-5
Brake lever free play, checking the front ...................... 8-25
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-29
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ...................... 8-23
Brake pedal .................................................................... 4-5
Brake pedal position, checking .................................... 8-26
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-4
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-33
Carburetor settings, changing ...................................... 8-16
Chassis fasteners........................................................... 5-8
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 4-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ................................... 8-29
D
Drive chain ..................................................................... 5-5
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................. 8-32Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-30
E
Engine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine, cold start ........................................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 8-21
Engine, starting a warm ................................................. 6-2
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-3
F
Fuel ........................................................................ 4-8
,
5-4
Fuel cock ........................................................................ 4-9
Fuel tank cap.................................................................. 4-8
H
Handlebar switches ........................................................ 4-2
Headlight beam, adjusting............................................ 8-40
Headlight bulb, replacing.............................................. 8-36
I
Identification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator light .................................................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-8
K
Key identification number ............................................. 11-1
Kickstarter ...................................................................... 4-7
L
Label locations ............................................................... 2-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-3