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EBU19881
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 6-4
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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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:
1.40 L (1.48 US qt, 1.23 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement: 1.45 L (1.53 US qt, 1.28 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): 1.25 L (1.32 US qt, 1.10 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:Wet elementFuel:Recommended fuel:Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity: 10.0 L (2.64 US gal, 2.20 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.4 L (0.90 US gal, 0.75 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:ID mark:18P1 00Spark 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:
61/23 (2.652)
Secondary reduction system: Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio: 38/14 (2.714)
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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Transmission type:Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st: 35/14 (2.500)
2nd:
30/15 (2.000)
3rd: 31/19 (1.632)
4th: 28/21 (1.333)
5th:
23/21 (1.095)Chassis:Frame type:Aluminum die-cast and steel tube frame
Caster angle:
5.0 °
Trail: 21.0 mm (0.83 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: AT21 x 7R10
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/KT352 RadialRear tire:Type:Tubeless Size:
AT20 x 10R9
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/KT357 Radial
Loading:Maximum loading limit:100.0 kg (220 lb)
(Total weight of rider, cargo, accessories, and tongue)Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):Recommended:Front: 27.5 kPa (0.275 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)
Rear: 30.0 kPa (0.300 kgf/cm², 4.4 psi)
Minimum:
Front: 24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm², 3.6 psi)
Rear:
27.0 kPa (0.270 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:Panel wheel
Rim size:
10 x 5.5ATRear wheel:Wheel type:Panel wheel
Rim size:
9 x 8.0AT
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EBU26000
CONSUMER INFORMATION
EBU28201Identification numbers Record the vehicle identification number and mod-
el label information in the spaces provided below
for assistance when ordering spare parts from a
Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the ATV is stolen.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:EBU26030Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is stamped into
the frame.
TIPThe vehicle identification number is used to identify
your ATV.EBU26050Model label
The model label is affixed at the location in the il-
lustration. Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information will be need-
ed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha deal-
er.1. Vehicle identification number
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