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Throttle lever  
Once the engine is running, movement of the throt-
tle lever will increase the engine speed.
Regulate the speed of the ATV by varying the
throttle position. Because the throttle is spring-
loaded, the ATV will decelerate, and the engine will
return to an idle any time the hand is removed from
the throttle lever.
Before starting the engine, check the throttle to be
sure it is operating smoothly. Make sure it returns
to the idle position as soon as the lever is released.
WARNING
 
EWB00250  
Malfunction of the throttle could make it diffi-
cult to speed up or slow down when you need
to. This could cause an accident. Check the op-
eration of the throttle lever before you start the
engine. If the throttle does not work smoothly,
check for the cause. Correct the problem be- 
fore riding the ATV or consult a Yamaha dealer. 
EBU18321 
Speed limiter  
Your ATV was delivered with an adjustable speed
limiter. The speed limiter keeps the throttle from
fully opening, even when the throttle lever is
pushed to the maximum.
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. To increase the maximum engine power avail-
able and the maximum speed of the ATV, turn
the adjusting screw in direction (a). To de-
crease the maximum engine power available
and the maximum speed of the ATV, turn the
adjusting screw in direction (b). 
1. Throttle lever
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3. Tighten the locknut.
WARNING
 
EWB00240  
Improper adjustment of the speed limiter and
throttle could cause throttle cable damage or
improper throttle operation. You could lose
control, have an accident or be injured. Do not
turn the adjusting screw out more than 12 mm
(0.47 in) or the throttle cable could be dam-
aged. Always make sure the throttle lever free
play is adjusted to 1.0–3.0 mm (0.04–0.12 in). 
(See page 8-23.) 
EBU18391 
Front brake lever  
The front brake lever is located on the right handle-
bar. To apply the front brake, pull the brake lever
toward the handlebar grip. 
EBU18401 
Rear brake lever  
The rear brake lever is located on the left handle-
bar. To apply the rear brake, pull the brake lever to-
ward the handlebar grip. 
1. Adjusting screw
2. Locknut
3.  No more than 12 mm (0.47 in)
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(b)
 
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EBU18460 
Parking brake  
Use the parking brake before starting the engine or
parking the ATV, especially on a slope. Apply the
rear brake lever and push down the lock plate to
apply the parking brake. Squeeze the rear brake
lever to release the parking brake.
WARNING
 
EWB00220  
 
Always set the parking brake before starting
the engine. The ATV could start moving un-
expectedly if the parking brake is not ap-
plied. This could cause loss of control or a
collision. 
 
Always be sure you have released the park-
ing brake before you begin to ride. The brake
could overheat if you ride the ATV without re-
leasing the parking brake. You could lose
braking performance which could cause an 
1.  Rear brake lever
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1.  Parking brake lock plate
2.  Parking brake lever (locked position)
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accident. You could also wear out the brakes 
prematurely. 
EBU18581 
Drive select lever  
The drive select lever is used to shift your ATV into
the forward, neutral and reverse positions. See the
“Operating the drive select lever and driving in re-
verse” section on page 6-3 for the drive select lever
operation. 
EBU18720 
Fuel tank cap  
Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter-
clockwise. 
EBU18752 
Fuel  
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in the tank.
Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler tube as
shown. 
1. Neutral “N”
2. Forward “F”
3. Reverse “R”
4.  Drive select lever
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RES 
This indicates reserve. With the fuel cock lever in
this position, the fuel reserve is made available.
Turn the fuel cock lever to this position if you run
out of fuel while riding. When this occurs, refuel as
soon as possible and be sure to turn the fuel cock
lever back to “ON”! 
EBU18840 
Starter (choke)  
Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel mix-
ture, which is supplied by the starter (choke).
Move the starter (choke) in direction (a) to turn onthe starter (choke).
Move the starter (choke) in direction (b) to turn off
the starter (choke).
See the “Starting a cold engine” section on page
6-1 for proper operation. 
EBU18880 
Seat  
To remove the seat 
Pull the seat lock lever upward and pull up the seat
at the rear. 
1.  Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
OFF
ONFUEL RES
RES
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1. Fully open
2. Half open
3. Closed
4. Starter (choke)
(b)
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To install the seat 
Insert the projections on the front of the seat into
the seat holders and push down on the seat at the
rear.
TIP
 
Make sure that the seat is securely fitted. 
EBU18961 
Front carrier  
 
Do not exceed the load limit of 5.0 kg (11 lb)
for the front carrier. 
 
Do not exceed the maximum load of 105.0 kg
(231 lb) for the ATV. 
EBU18971 
Rear carrier  
 
Do not exceed the load limit of 10.0 kg (22 lb)
for the rear carrier. 
 
Do not exceed the maximum load of 105.0 kg 
1.  Seat lock lever
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1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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320 km (200 mi) or 20 hours and beyond 
The ATV can now be operated normally.
NOTICE
 
ECB00220  
If any engine trouble should occur during the
engine break-in period, immediately have a 
Yamaha dealer check the ATV. 
EBU20700 
Parking  
When parking the ATV, stop the engine, shift the
drive select lever into the forward position, apply
the parking brake, and then turn the fuel cock to
“OFF”. 
EBU20740 
Parking on a slope 
WARNING 
EWB00830  
Avoid parking on hills or other inclines. Park-
ing on a hill or other incline could cause the
ATV to roll out of control, increasing the
chance of an accident. If you must park on an
incline, place the ATV transversely across the
incline, shift the drive select lever to the for-
ward position, stop the engine, apply the park-
ing brake, and then block the front and rear
wheels with rocks or other objects.
Do not park the ATV at all on hills that are so 
steep you could not walk up them easily. 
1. Bring the ATV to a stop by applying the brakes
in the forward position.
2. Stop the engine.
3. With the rear brake applied, apply the parking
brake. 
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in the Owner’s Manual. Failure to inspect the
ATV before operating or failure to properly
maintain the ATV increases the possibility of 
an accident or equipment damage.
WARNING
 
EWB01440  
Always use the size and type tires specified in
the Owner’s Manual for this ATV on page 5-4.
Always maintain proper tire pressure as de-
scribed in the Owner’s Manual on page 5-5.
Use of improper tires on this ATV, or operation
of this ATV with improper or uneven tire pres-
sure, may cause loss of control, increasing 
your risk of an accident.
Do not operate at speeds too fast for your
skills or the conditions.
WARNING
 
EWB01450  
Always go at a speed that is proper for the ter-
rain, visibility and operating conditions, and
your experience. Operating this ATV at speeds
too fast for your skills or the conditions in-
creases your chances of losing control of the 
ATV, which can result in an accident.Speed limiter 
For riders less experienced with this model, the
throttle lever housing is equipped with a speed lim-
iter. The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully
opening, even when the throttle lever is pushed to
the maximum. Turning in the adjusting screw limits
the maximum engine power available and de-
creases the maximum speed of the ATV. Turning
in the adjusting screw decreases top speed, and
turning it out increases top speed. (See page 4-3.) 
1. Adjusting screw
2. Locknut
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