2008 YAMAHA BANSHEE 350 steering

Lubricating the steering shaft .................. 8-45
Replacing a headlight bulb ...................... 8-45
Adjusting a headlight beam ..................... 8-48
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ........... 8-48
Removing a wheel ................................... 8-49
Installing a wheel ..................................... 8-50
Troubleshooting ...................................... 8-51
Troubleshooting charts ............................ 8-52
CLEANING AND STORAGE .......................... 9-1
Cleaning .................................................... 9-1
Storage ...................................................... 9-2
SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 10-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ...................... 11-1
Identification numbers ............................. 11-1

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Choose only accessories designed for your
ATV. Your Yamaha dealer has a variety of gen-
uine Yamaha accessories. Other accessories
may also be available on the market. However,
it is not possible for Yamaha to test all non-
Yamaha accessories, nor control over their qual-
ity or suitability. Choose a genuine Yamaha ac-
cessory, or one that is equivalent in design and
quality.

Accessories should be rigidly and securely
mounted. An accessory which can shift position
or come off while you are riding could affect your
ability to control the ATV.

Do not mount an accessory where it could inter-
fere with your ability to control the ATV. Exam-
ples include (but are not limited to) a heavy or
bulky object attached to the handlebars which
could make steering difficult, an accessory that
limits your ability to move around on the seat, or
one that limits your view.

Use extra caution when riding an ATV with ac-
cessories. The ATV may handle differently than
it does without accessories.
EBU20940
Loading
As originally equipped, this ATV is not designed tocarry cargo or tow a trailer. If you choose to add ac-
cessories so that you can carry cargo or tow a trail-
er, you must use common sense and good
judgment as the stability and handling of an ATV
can be changed. When adding accessories, keep
the following points in mind:

Never exceed the weight limits shown. An over-
loaded ATV can be unstable.

If you are carrying cargo and towing a trailer, in-
clude the tongue weight in the maximum ATV
load limit.

Load cargo on the carriers as close to the center
of the ATV as possible. Put cargo at the rear of
the front carrier, at the front of the rear carrier,
and center it.

Tie down cargo securely to the carriers. Make
sure cargo in the trailer cannot move around. A
shifting load can cause an accident.

Make sure the load does not interfere with con-
trols or your ability to see where you are going.

Ride more slowly than you would without a load. MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT
ATV loading limit (total weight of rider, cargo,
accessories, and tongue):
100.0 kg (220 lb)

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hill. 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 ob-
stacles which may appear.
WARNING

EWB01620
Always follow proper procedures for going
down hills as described in this Owner’s Manu-
al.
Note: a special technique is required when
braking as you go down a hill.

Always check the terrain carefully before
you start down any hill.

Shift your weight backward.

Never go down a hill at high speed.

Avoid going down a hill at an angle that
would cause the ATV to lean sharply to one
side. Go straight down the hill where possi-
ble.CROSSING A SLOPE
Traversing a sloping surface on your ATV requires
you to properly position your weight to maintain
proper balance. Be sure that you have learned the
basic riding skills on flat ground before attempting
to cross a sloping surface. Avoid slopes with slip-
pery surfaces or rough terrain that may upset your
balance.
As you travel across a slope, lean your body in the
uphill direction. It may be necessary to correct the
steering when riding on loose surfaces by pointing
the front wheels slightly uphill. When riding on
slopes, be sure not to make sharp turns either up
or down hill.
If your ATV does begin to tip over, gradually steer
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RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN
Riding over rough terrain should be done with cau-
tion. Look out for obstacles which could cause
damage to the ATV or could lead to an upset or ac-
cident. Be sure to keep your feet firmly mounted on
the footboards at all times. Avoid jumping the ATV
as loss of control and damage to the ATV may re-
sult.
WARNING

EWB01650
Before operating in a new area, check for ob-
stacles. Never attempt to ride over large obsta-
cles, such as large rocks or fallen trees. Whenyou go over obstacles, always follow proper
procedures as described in the Owner’s Manu-
al.
SLIDING AND SKIDDING
Care should be used when riding on loose or slip-
pery surfaces since the ATV may slide. If unex-
pected and uncorrected, sliding could lead to an
accident.
To reduce the tendency for the front wheels to slide
in loose or slippery conditions, positioning your
weight over the front wheels will sometimes help.
If the rear wheels of your ATV start to slide side-
ways, control can usually be regained (if there is
room to do so) by steering in the direction of the
1. Air filter case check hose
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Wheel hub bearings

Check for looseness or damage, and replace if
necessary.
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Upper and lower
arm pivots

Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
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11 Drive chain

Check chain slack and adjust if necessary.

Check rear wheel alignment and correct if necess-
sary.

Clean and lubricate.
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Drive chain rollers


Check for wear and replace if necessary.
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Chassis fasteners


Make sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are
properly tightened.
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Shock absorber
assemblies


Check operation and correct if necessary.

Check for oil leakage and replace if necessary.
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Steering system


Check operation and repair or replace if damaged.

Check toe-in and adjust if necessary.
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16 Transmission oil

Change.

Check ATV for oil leakage, and correct if neces-
sary.
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17 Cooling system

Check coolant level and ATV for coolant leakage,
and correct if necessary.
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Replace coolant. Every 2 years
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Moving parts and
cables

Lubricate.
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NO. ITEMCHECK OR MAINTENANCE
JOBINITIAL EVERY
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er comes
firstmonth136612
km
(mi)320
(200)1300
(800)2500
(1600)2500
(1600)5000
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Left side Right side

EBU25101
Lubricating the steering shaft
The steering shaft must be lubricated at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-
brication chart.
EBU26881
Replacing a headlight bulb
If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Grease nipple
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1. Grease nipple
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose
grease)
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Main switch .....................................................................4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ..................................8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ..................8-3
Model label....................................................................11-2
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Owner’s manual and tool kit............................................8-1
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Parking ............................................................................6-5
Parking brake ..................................................................4-5
Parking brake free play, adjusting.................................8-36
Parking on a slope ..........................................................6-6
Part locations ..................................................................3-1
Pre-operation check list ..................................................5-1
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Riding your ATV ..............................................................7-1
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Safety information ...........................................................1-1
Seat...............................................................................4-11
Shifting ............................................................................6-3
Shift pedal .......................................................................4-7
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front ...........4-12
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear ...............4-13
Spark arrester, cleaning ................................................8-20
Spark plugs, checking .....................................................8-8
Specifications ................................................................10-1
Speed limiter ...................................................................4-3
Starter (choke) ..............................................................4-10
Steering shaft, lubricating .............................................8-45
Storage ...........................................................................9-2Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm
pivots ......................................................................... 8-44
Suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting
points, lubricating the rear ......................................... 8-43
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Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-48
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ................................ 8-31
Throttle lever ...........................................................4-2
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Throttle OverRide System.............................................. 4-3
Tire pressure, measuring ............................................... 5-6
Tires ............................................................................... 5-5
Tire wear limit................................................................. 5-6
Transmission oil ....................................................5-3
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Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-51
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-52
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Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1
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Wheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-43
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-50
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-49