EBU17420
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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24. Once immediate safety hazards are con-
firmed not to exist, you may remove your hel-
met to more closely inspect your vehicle.
Check for external signs of wear, broken
parts, fluid leaks, cracks in the frame, suspen-
sion damage, wheel damage, and so on. Fuel,
oil, and coolant usually give off a noticeable
odor.
5. If your vehicle will not restart or if it is unsafe to ride, then turn off all vehicle systems (en-
gine stop switch, main switch, and fuel cock),
and then signal or go for help.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and Modifica-
tions
While you may find aftermarket products similar in
design and quality to genuine Yamaha accesso-
ries, recognize that some aftermarket accessories
or modifications are not suitable because of poten-
tial safety hazards to you or others. Installing after-
market products or having other modifications
performed to your vehicle that change any of the
vehicle’s design or operation characteristics can
put you and others at greater risk of serious injury
or death. You are responsible for injuries related to changes in the vehicle. Keep the following guide-
lines in mind, as well as those provided under
“Loading” when mounting accessories.
●Never install accessories that would impair the
performance of your ATV. Carefully inspect the
accessory before using it to make sure that it
does not in any way reduce ground clearance,
limit suspension travel, steering travel or control
operation.●Accessories fitted to the ATV can create instabil-
ity due to improper weight distribution.●Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect
the stability of the ATV.●Certain accessories can displace the operator
from his or her normal riding position. This im-
proper position limits the freedom of movement
of the operator and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are not recom-
mended.●Use caution when adding electrical accessories.
If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of
the ATV’s electrical system, an electric failure
could result, which could cause a dangerous
loss of lights or engine power.
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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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EBU18720Fuel tank cap Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
EBU18755Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank.
WARNING
EWB02521Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely
flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and
to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, fol-
low these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the engine and besure that no one is sitting on the vehicle. Nev-
er refuel while smoking, or while in the vicinity
1. Reverse knob “REV”
1
1. Fuel tank cap
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of sparks, open flames, or other sources of ig-
nition such as the pilot lights of water heaters
and clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. When refueling, be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel
tank filler hole. Stop filling when the fuel reach-
es the bottom of the filler tube. Because fuel
expands when it heats up, heat from the en-
gine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of
the fuel tank.
3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.NOTICE: Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may
deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
[ECB00981]
4. Turn the fuel tank cap fully clockwise to make sure it is securely closed.
WARNING
EWB02531Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or
death. Handle gasoline with care. Never siphon
gasoline by mouth. If you should swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline vapor,
or get some gasoline in your eyes, see your
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
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Recommended fuel:
UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY
For Europe: Regular unleaded gasoline only
with a research octane number of 95 or
higher
Fuel tank capacity: 11.0 L (2.91 US gal, 2.42 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 2.9 L (0.77 US gal, 0.64 Imp.gal)
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EBU27261Storage Short-term
Always store your ATV in a cool, dry place and, if
necessary, protect it against dust with a porous
cover. NOTICE: Storing the ATV in a poorly ven-
tilated room or covering it with a tarp while it is
still wet, will allow water and humidity to seep
in and cause rust. To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because of the presence
of ammonia) and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
[ECB00721]
Long-term
Before storing your ATV for several months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Cleaning” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent the fuel from deteriorat-
ing. 3. Perform the following steps to protect the cyl-
inder, piston rings, etc. from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place the spark plug on the
cylinder head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit sparking during
the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will coat the cylinder wall with
oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug, and then install the spark plug and
the spark plug cap.
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then block up the ATV so that
all of its wheels are off the ground. Alternative-
ly, turn the wheels a little every month in order
to prevent the tires from becoming degraded
in one spot.
Specified amount:
7.5 ml of stabilizer to each liter of fuel (or 1
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Type:SAE 5W-30, 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40, 20W-40 or 20W-
50
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA
Engine oil quantity: Without oil filter element replacement:
1.75 L (1.85 US qt, 1.54 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement: 1.85 L (1.96 US qt, 1.63 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes): 1.61 L (1.70 US qt, 1.42 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:Wet elementFuel:Recommended fuel:YFM700RD Unleaded gasoline only
YFM700RSED Unleaded gasoline only
YFM7RD Regular unleaded gasoline only
YFM7RSED Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity: 11.0 L (2.91 US gal, 2.42 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.9 L (0.77 US gal, 0.64 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:ID mark:1S3H 10Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR8E
Spark plug gap: 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
77/34 (2.265)
0 10 30 50 70 90 110 130 F
–20 –10 0 10 20 30 40 50 CSAE 5W-30
SAE 10W-30
SAE 10W-40
SAE 15W-40
SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-7
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-21BBattery .......................................................................... 8-46
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ....... 8-42
Brake fluid, changing ................................................... 8-34
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-31
Brake lever free play, checking the front ...................... 8-34
Brake lever (YFM7RD/YFM700RD) ............................... 4-6
Brake lever (YFM7RSED/YFM700RSED) ..................... 4-7
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-36
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ...................... 8-30
Brake pedal .................................................................... 4-7
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ......................... 8-42
Brake pedal height, checking ....................................... 8-34
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-29
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-4CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-41
Chassis fasteners .......................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 4-6
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ................................... 8-37
Coolant .................................................................. 5-4, 8-17
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-2DDrive chain ..................................................................... 5-5Drive chain, lubricating ................................................ 8-40
Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-38
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-5
Engine idling speed ..................................................... 8-27
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 8-13
Engine, start ................................................................... 6-1
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-4
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-3FFuel ....................................................................... 4-10, 5-4
Fuel level warning light .................................................. 4-3
Fuel tank cap ............................................................... 4-10
Fuses, replacing .......................................................... 8-48HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 4-4
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-52
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-50IIdentification numbers .................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches .................................... 5-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-4MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
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