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EBU17712Controls and instrumentsTIPThe ATV you have purchased may differ slightly
from the figures shown in this manual.1. Clutch lever
2. Parking brake lever
3. Speedometer unit
4. Front brake fluid reservoir
5. Brake lever
6. Throttle lever
7. Engine stop switch
8. Main switch
9. Starter (choke)
10.Handlebar switches
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EBU18061Handlebar switches
EBU18080Engine stop switch“/”
Set this switch to“” before starting the engine.
The engine stop switch controls the ignition and
stops the engine when it is running. Use this switch
to stop the engine in an emergency situation. The
engine will not start or run when this switch is set
to“”.EBU18101Start switch“”
Push this switch to crank the engine with the start-
er. See the starting instructions on page 6-1 prior
to starting the engine.
1. Light switch“//”
2. Hazard switch“”
3. Turn signal switch“/”
4. Horn switch“”
5. Start switch“”
1. Engine stop switch“/”
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EBU28063Light switch“//”
Set the switch to“” to turn on the high beam.
Set this switch to“” to turn on the low beam.
Set the switch to“” to turn off the headlight.NOTICEECB00033Do not use the headlight with the engine turned
off for an extended period of time, otherwise
the battery may discharge to the point that the
starter motor will not operate properly. If this
should happen, remove the battery and re-
charge it. (See page 8-38.)EBU27990Turn signal switch“/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this switch
to“”. To signal a left-hand turn, push this switch
to“”. When released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn signal lights,
push the switch in after it has returned to the center
position.EBU18170Horn switch“”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
EBU28001Hazard switch“”
With the key in the “ON” position, use this switch to
turn on the hazard lights (simultaneous flashing of
all turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of an emergen-
cy or to warn other drivers when your vehicle is
stopped where it might be a traffic hazard.NOTICEECB00860Do not use the hazard lights for an extended
length of time with the engine not running, oth-
erwise the battery may discharge.EBU18282Throttle lever Once the engine is running, pushing the throttle le-
ver 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 throttle lever is re-
leased.
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OPERATION
EBU19901Read the Owner’s Manual carefully before riding
the ATV. If there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWB00631Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to become
familiar with all controls in order to help pre-
vent any loss of control, which could cause an
accident or injury.EBU28093Starting a cold engine NOTICEECB00150See the “Engine break-in” section on page 6-6
prior to operating the engine for the first time.1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
3. Turn the key to “ON” and the engine stop
switch to“”.4. Shift the transmission into neutral. The neutral
indicator light should come on. If the indicator
light does not come on, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the electrical circuit.
TIPThis model is equipped with an ignition circuit cut-
off system. The engine can be started under the
following conditions.
The transmission is in neutral.
The clutch is disengaged with the shift pedal and
the drive select lever in any position. However, it
is recommended to shift into neutral before start-
ing the engine.5. Use the starter (choke) in reference to the fig-
ure:TIPBe sure to move the starter lever gently to keep the
correct starter lever assembly position.
Position (1):
Cold engine start with ambient temperature
below 5 °C (40 °F).
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EBU20291Starting a warm engine Follow the same procedure as for starting a cold
engine, with the exception that the starter (choke)
is not required when the engine is warm. Instead,
start the engine with the throttle slightly open.EBU20341Operating the drive select lever and
driving in reverse NOTICEECB00170Before shifting, stop the ATV, otherwise the
transmission may be damaged.Shifting: Reverse to Forward
1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop.
2. Pull in the clutch lever to disengage the clutch.
3. Apply the brake pedal.
4. While pulling the drive select lever handle up-
ward, move the drive select lever forward until
it completely stops.5. Release the brake pedal.
6. Open the throttle lever gradually and release
the clutch lever slowly.
Shifting: Forward to Reverse
WARNING
EWB00720Improper operation in reverse could make you
hit an obstacle or even a person behind you,
resulting in serious injury. When you shift into1. Drive select lever
2. Drive select lever handle
3. For forward drive
4. For reverse drive
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stacles behind you. When it is safe to proceed,
go slowly.
1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop.
2. Pull in the clutch lever to disengage the clutch.
3. Apply the brake pedal.
4. While pulling the drive select lever handle up-
ward, move the drive select lever to the rear
until it completely stops.TIPWhen in reverse, the reverse indicator light should
be on. If the indicator light does not come on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit.5. Check behind you for people or obstacles,
and then release the brake pedal.
6. Open the throttle lever gradually and release
the clutch lever slowly. Continue to watch to
the rear while backing.
EBU29762Shifting This ATV has a 6-speed forward and 1-speed re-
verse transmission. The transmission allows you
to control the amount of power you have available
at a given speed or for starting, accelerating, climb-
ing hills, etc.
To shift into neutral, release the throttle lever, ap-
ply the clutch, and then repeatedly depress the
shift pedal until it stops.
When it stops, it will be in first gear. Raise the pedal
slightly to reach the neutral position, and then re-
lease the clutch.1. Shift pedal
2. Neutral position
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EBU28112To start out and accelerate
1. Release the throttle lever, and then release
the parking brake.NOTICEECB00200Always close the throttle before shifting gears,
otherwise damage to the engine and drive train
may result.2. Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch.
3. Shift into first gear.
4. Open the throttle gradually and at the same
time, release the clutch lever slowly.
WARNING! Opening the throttle abruptly
or releasing the clutch lever too quickly
could make the ATV wheelie, which would
increase the chance of an accident, includ-
ing an overturn.
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WARNING
EWB02401Stones or mud may come off the rear tires and
be thrown backwards when starting or acceler-
ating. Use caution when starting out or acceler-
ating when others are behind the ATV.
5. Once the ATV has attained adequate speed,
release the throttle, and at the same time,
quickly pull in the clutch lever.
6. Shift the transmission into second gear.
(Make sure not to shift the transmission into
neutral.)
7. Open the throttle part way and gradually re-
lease the clutch lever.
8. Follow the same procedure when shifting to
the next higher gear.EBU20650To decelerate
When slowing down or stopping, release the throt-
tle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly. As
you slow down, shift to a lower gear. Be sure that
the engine has sufficiently slowed before engaging
a lower gear. Improper use of the brakes or shifting
can cause the tires to lose traction, reducing con-
trol and increasing the possibility of an accident.
WARNING
EWB00710Make sure the engine has sufficiently slowed
before shifting to a lower gear. Engaging a low-
er gear when the engine speed is too high
could make the wheels stop rotating and lose
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This procedure should be practiced at slow speed
many times in a large unpaved area with no obsta-
cles. If an incorrect technique is used, your ATV
may continue to go straight. If the ATV doesn’t
turn, come to a stop and then practice the proce-
dure again. If the riding surface is slippery or loose,
it may help to position more of your weight over the
front wheels by moving forward on the seat.Once you have learned this technique, you should
be able to perform it at higher speeds or in tighter
curves.
Improper riding procedures such as abrupt throttle
changes, excessive braking, incorrect body move-
ments, or too much speed for the sharpness of the
turn may cause the ATV to tip. If the ATV begins to
tip over to the outside while negotiating a turn, lean
more to the inside. It may also be necessary to
gradually let off on the throttle and steer to the out-
side of the turn to avoid tipping over.
Remember: Avoid higher speeds until you are
thoroughly familiar with the operation of your ATV.
CLIMBING UPHILL
WARNING
EWB01591Climbing hills improperly can cause overturns
or loss of control. Use proper riding tech-
niques described in this Owner’s Manual.
Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for
the ATV or for your abilities. The ATV can
overturn more easily on extremely steep hills
than on level surfaces or small hills.
Always check the terrain carefully before
you start up any hill. Never climb hills with
excessively slippery or loose surfaces.
1. Lean towards inside of turn.
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