2013 YAMAHA YFM700R clutch

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ............................ 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION .............................. 2-1
DESCRIPTION .............................................. 3-1Left view ...................................................... 3-1
Right view.................................................... 3-2
Controls and instruments ............................ 3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .................................................. 4-1 Main switch ................................................ 4-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .............. 4-2
Self-diagnosis device ................................. 4-3
Handlebar switches .................................... 4-4
Throttle lever .............................................. 4-4
Speed limiter .............................................. 4-5
Clutch lever ................................................ 4-6
Brake lever (YFM7RD/YFM700RD) ............ 4-6
Brake lever (YFM7RSED/YFM700RSED).................... 4-7
Brake pedal ................................................ 4-7
Parking brake lever .................................... 4-8 Shift pedal ...................................................4-9
Reverse knob “REV” ...................................4-9
Fuel tank cap ............................................4-10
Fuel ...........................................................4-10
Seat ..........................................................4-12
Adjusting the front shock absorber
assemblies (YFM7RD/YFM700RD) .........4-13
Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies
(YFM7RSED/YFM700RSED) ..................4-15
Adjusting the rear shock absorber assembly (YFM7RD/YFM700RD)............4-19
Adjusting the rear shock absorber assembly
(YFM7RSED/YFM700RSED) ..................4-21
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ..........................5-1 Fuel .............................................................5-4
Engine oil ....................................................5-4
Coolant .......................................................5-4
Front and rear brakes .................................5-4
Throttle lever ...............................................5-5
Drive chain ..................................................5-5
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Brake light switches ................................. 8-36
Adjusting the clutch lever free play .......... 8-37
Drive chain slack ...................................... 8-38
Lubricating the drive chain ....................... 8-40
Checking and lubricating the cables ........ 8-41
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ........................................... 8-42
Checking the shift pedal ........................... 8-42
Checking and lubricating the brake pedal ...................................................... 8-42
Checking the wheel hub bearings ............ 8-42
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ............... 8-43
Lubricating the rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points ........ 8-43
Lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots ...................................................... 8-44
Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 8-45
Battery ...................................................... 8-46
Replacing a fuse ...................................... 8-48
Replacing a headlight bulb ....................... 8-50
Adjusting a headlight beam ...................... 8-52
Tail/brake light .......................................... 8-52
Removing a wheel .................................... 8-52
Installing a wheel ...................................... 8-53
Troubleshooting ....................................... 8-54
Troubleshooting charts ............................. 8-55 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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EBU17712Controls and instruments
TIPThe ATV you have purchased may differ slightly
from the figures shown in this manual.
1. Clutch lever
2. Parking brake lever
3. Main switch
4. Front brake fluid reservoir
5. Brake lever
6. Throttle lever
7. Reverse knob
8. Fuel tank cap
9. Handlebar switches
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43. Tighten the locknut.
EBU18382Clutch lever The clutch lever is located on the left handlebar
and the ignition circuit cut-off system is incorporat-
ed in the clutch lever holder. To disengage the
clutch, pull the clutch lever toward the handlebar
grip. To engage the clutch, release the clutch lever.
The clutch lever should be pulled rapidly and re- leased slowly for smooth clutch operation. (See
page 6-1 for a description of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
EBU18411Brake lever (YFM7RD/YFM700RD)The brake lever is located at the right handlebar
grip. To apply the front brake, pull the brake lever
toward the handlebar grip.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting screw
3. No more than 12 mm (0.47 in)
3
12
(a)
(b)
1. Clutch lever
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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
accident. You could also wear out the brakes
prematurely.EBU18540Shift pedal This ATV is equipped with a constant-mesh 5-
speed forward and 1-speed reverse transmission.
The shift pedal is located on the left side of the en-
gine and is used in combination with the clutch
when shifting.
EBU18641Reverse knob “REV” The reverse knob is used to shift into reverse. See
the “Operating the reverse knob and driving in re-
verse” section on page 6-4 before operating this
ATV in reverse.1. Shift pedal
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Front brake Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy-
draulic system.
Check brake pads for wear , and replace if necessary.
Check brake fluid level in reservoir, and add specified brake fluid to specified level if necessary.
Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary. 5-4, 8-30, 8-31, 8-34
Rear brake Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy-
draulic system.
Check brake pads for wear , and replace if necessary.
Check brake fluid level in reservoir, and add specified brake fluid to specified level if necessary.
Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary. 5-4, 8-30, 8-31, 8-34
Clutch Check operation, and correct if necessary.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play, and adjust if necessary. 8-37
Throttle lever Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate cable and lever hous-
ing if necessary.
Check lever free play, and adjust if necessary. 5-5, 8-28
Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate if necessary. 8-41
Drive chain Check chain slack, and adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition. Lubricate if necessary. 5-5, 8-38, 8-40
Wheels and tires Check wheel condition, and replace if damaged.
Check tire condition and tread depth. Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure. Correct if necessary. 5-5
Shift pedal Make sure that operation is smooth.
Correct if necessary.
8-42
Brake pedal Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate pedal pivoting point if
necessary. 8-42
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Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate lever pivoting points if
necessary. 8-42
Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 5-7
Instruments, lights and
switches Check operation, and correct if necessary. 5-7
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
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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.EBU29952Starting the engine NOTICEECB00150See the “Engine break-in” section on page 6-5
prior to operating the engine for the first time.1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the key to “ ” (on) and the engine stopswitch to “ ”.
The following warning lights should come on
for a few seconds, then go off.
●Coolant temperature warning light●Fuel level warning light●Engine trouble warning light
NOTICEECB00824If a warning light does not go off, see page 4-2
for the corresponding warning light circuit
check. To avoid possible damage, do not oper-
ate the ATV if a warning light stays on.3. Shift the transmission into neutral. The neutralindicator light should come on, if it does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer 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 transmission
in gear. However, it is recommended to shift into
neutral before starting the engine.
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