2008 YAMAHA YFM50R recommended oil

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Pre-operation check list
Before operating this ATV, be sure to check the items listed in the following table.
WARNING

EWB00480
Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure it is in safe operating condition.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s
Manual. Failure to inspect increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
NOTE:

The maintenance of some items in the table has to be performed by a Yamaha dealer. Refer to the periodic
maintenance charts on page 8-3 to determine which service should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Fuel


Check fuel level in fuel tank, and add recommended fuel if neces-
sary.

Check fuel line for leakage. Correct if necessary.4-8, 5-3
Engine oil

Check oil level in engine, and add recommended oil to specified
level if necessary.

Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary.5-3, 8-9
Final gear oil

Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary. 5-3, 8-12
Front brake

Check operation, and correct if necessary.

Lubricate cable if necessary.

Check lever free play, and adjust if necessary.5-3, 8-20, 8-21

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To change the engine oil
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
3. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect
the used oil.
4. Remove the engine oil filler cap, and then re-
move the engine oil drain bolt to drain the oil
from the crankcase.
5. Check the O-ring for damage and replace it if
necessary.
6. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and then tight-
en it to the specified torque.7. Add the specified amount of the recommend-
ed engine oil, and then install and tighten the
engine oil filler cap.CAUTION:
ECB00300

In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the
engine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives. Do not use oils
with a diesel specification of “CD” or oils of
a higher quality than specified. In addition,
do not use oils labeled “ENERGY CONSERV-
ING II” or higher.

Make sure that no foreign material enters the
crankcase.
8. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several
1. Engine oil drain bolt
1

Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14.5 ft·lbf)
Recommended oil:
See page 10-1.
Oil quantity:
0.80 L (0.85 US qt) (0.70 Imp.qt)

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minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If oil
is leaking, immediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
9. Turn the engine off, wait at least ten minutes,
and then check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
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Final gear oil
The final gear case must be checked for oil leak-
age before each ride. If any leakage is found, have
a Yamaha dealer check and repair the ATV. In ad-
dition, the final gear oil level must be checked and
the oil changed as follows at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the final gear oil level
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
NOTE:

The final gear oil level must be checked on a cold
engine.
2. Remove the final gear oil filler cap, wipe the
dipstick off with a clean rag, insert it back into
the oil filler hole (without screwing it in), and
then remove it again to check the oil level.
NOTE:

The final gear oil should be between the minimum
and maximum level marks.
3. If the oil is at or below the minimum level mark,
add sufficient oil of the recommended type to
raise it to the correct level.
4. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole, and
then tighten the oil filler cap.
1. Final gear oil filler cap
2. Dipstick
3. Maximum level mark
4. Minimum level mark
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To change the final gear oil
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Place an oil pan under the final gear case to
collect the used oil.
3. Remove the final gear oil filler cap and the fi-
nal gear oil drain bolt to drain the oil from the
final gear case.
4. Install the drain bolt, and then tighten it to the
specified torque.5. Add the specified amount of the recommend-
ed final gear oil, and then check the oil level.CAUTION:
ECB00420
Be sure no foreign material enters the final
gear case.
6. Install and tighten the oil filler cap.
7. Check the final gear case for oil leakage. If oil
is leaking, check for the cause.
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Cleaning the air filter element
The air filter element should be cleaned at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. Clean the air filter element more
frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty
areas.
NOTE:

There is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter
case. If dust or water collects in this hose, empty
1. Final gear oil drain bolt
Tightening torque:
Final gear oil drain bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 16.6 ft·lbf)
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Recommended final gear oil:
See page 10-1.
Oil quantity:
0.12 L (0.13 US qt) (0.11 Imp.qt)

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adjusting nut on the brake cable at the rear
wheel hub in direction (a), and to decrease it,
turn the nut in direction (b).
7. Tighten the locknut at the brake lever.
NOTE:

If the specified free play cannot be obtained as de-
scribed above or if the rear brake does not operate
correctly, have a Yamaha dealer check the internal
rear brake mechanism.
WARNING
EWB02080
Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could cause loss of braking ability,
which could lead to an accident.
After servicing:

Make sure the brakes operate smoothly and
that the free play is correct.

Make sure the brakes do not drag.
Replacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. These procedures
should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
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Checking and lubricating the cables
The operation and the condition of all control ca-
bles should be checked before each ride, and the
cables and cable ends should be lubricated if nec-
essary. If a cable is damaged or does not move
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace
it.
1. Brake lever free play adjusting nut
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(a)(b)

Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil

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SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:
Overall length:
1537 mm (60.5 in)
Overall width:
825 mm (32.5 in)
Overall height:
915 mm (36.0 in)
Seat height:
618 mm (24.3 in)
Wheelbase:
1030 mm (40.6 in)
Ground clearance:
75 mm (3.0 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2300 mm (91 in)
Weight:
With oil and fuel:
115.0 kg (254 lb)
Engine:
Engine type:
Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
49.0 cm
3

Bore
×
stroke:
39.0
×
41.4 mm (1.54
×
1.63 in)
Compression ratio:
10.30 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump

Engine oil:
Type:
SAE5W30 or SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 or SAE15W40
or SAE20W40 or SAE20W50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA
-20˚-10˚0˚
10˚20˚30˚40˚50˚C
10W/30
15W/4020W/4020W/50
10W/40
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Engine oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
0.80 L (0.85 US qt) (0.70 Imp.qt)
Final gear oil:
Type:
SAE80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
Quantity:
0.12 L (0.13 US qt) (0.11 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:
Wet element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only (EUR)
Unleaded gasoline only (AUS)(NZL)
Fuel tank capacity:
6.8 L (1.80 US gal) (1.50 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
0.9 L (0.24 US gal) (0.20 Imp.gal)
Carburetor:
Manufacturer:
MIKUNI
Type x quantity:
VM16SH x 1
Spark plug (s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR7HSA
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc automatic
Transmission:
Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
65/20 (3.250)
Secondary reduction system:
Shaft drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
19/18
×
34/10 (3.588)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 1-speed
Operation:
Left hand operation
1st:
38/14 (2.714)
Chassis:
Frame type:
Steel tube frame
Caster angle:
1.0 °
Trail:
3.4 mm (0.13 in)
Front tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
AT16 x 7-7

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Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/KT145
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
AT16 x 8-7
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/KT145
Loading:
Maximum loading limit:
40.0 kg (88 lb)
(Total weight of rider, cargo, accessories, and tongue)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):
Recommended:
Front:
20 kPa (2.9 psi) (0.20 kgf/cm
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Rear:
20 kPa (2.9 psi) (0.20 kgf/cm
2

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Minimum:
Front:
17 kPa (2.5 psi) (0.17 kgf/cm
2

)
Rear:
17 kPa (2.5 psi) (0.17 kgf/cm
2

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Maximum:
Front:
23 kPa (3.3 psi) (0.23 kgf/cm
2

)
Rear:
23 kPa (3.3 psi) (0.23 kgf/cm
2

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Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
7 x 5.5AT
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
7 x 6.5AT
Front brake:
Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Rear brake:
Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Left hand operation
Front suspension:
Type:
Leading arm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
57 mm (2.3 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm