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6bulky object attached to the handlebars which
could make steering difficult, an accessory that
limits your ability to move around on the seat, or
one that limits your view.
Use extra caution when riding an ATV with ac-
cessories. The ATV may handle differently than
it does without accessories.
EBU27572Loading
WARNING
EWB00821Never exceed the stated load capacity for this
ATV. Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow-
ing cargo improperly could cause changes in
ATV handling which could lead to an accident.
Cargo should be properly distributed and se-
curely attached. Reduce speed when carrying
cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow greater dis-
tance for braking. Cargo or a trailer can change the stability and han-
dling of an ATV.
You must use common sense and good judgment
when carrying cargo or towing a trailer. Keep the
following points in mind:
Never exceed the weight limits shown. An over-
loaded ATV can be unstable.
Do not exceed the maximum tongue weight.
You can measure tongue weight with a bath-
room scale. Put the tongue of the loaded trailer
on the scale with the tongue at hitch height. Ad- MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT
ATV loading limit (total weight of rider, car-
go, accessories, and tongue):220.0 kg (485 lb)
Front carrier: 45.0 kg (99 lb)
Rear carrier: 85.0 kg (187 lb)
Front storage compartment: 0.5 kg (1 lb)
Rear storage compartment: 2.0 kg (4 lb)
Trailer hitch: Pulling load (total weight of trailer and
cargo):5880 N (600 kgf, 1322 lbf)
Tongue weight (vertical weight on trailer
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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions:Overall length:2065 mm (81.3 in)
Overall width: 1180 mm (46.5 in)
Overall height:
1240 mm (48.8 in)
Seat height: 905 mm (35.6 in)
Wheelbase: 1250 mm (49.2 in)
Ground clearance:
275 mm (10.8 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3200 mm (126 in)Weight:Curb weight:
294.0 kg (648 lb)Noise and vibration level:Noise level (77/311/EEC):YFM550DF 79.0 dB(A)@2950 r/min (EUR)(FRA)(GBR)
YFM550PF 79.0 dB(A)@2950 r/min (EUR)(FRA)(GBR)
YFM550PHF 79.0 dB(A)@2950 r/min
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008): YFM550DF Will not exceed 0.5 m/s² (EUR)(FRA)(GBR)
YFM550PF Will not exceed 0.5 m/s² (EUR)(FRA)(GBR)
YFM550PHF Will not exceed 0.5 m/s² Vibration on handle (EN1032, ISO5008):
YFM550DF Will not exceed 2.5 m/s² (EUR)(FRA)(GBR)
YFM550PF Will not exceed 2.5 m/s² (EUR)(FRA)(GBR)
YFM550PHF Will not exceed 2.5 m/s²
Engine:Engine type:Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Single cylinder
Displacement: 558 cm³
Bore × stroke:
92.0 × 84.0 mm (3.62 × 3.31 in)
Compression ratio: 9.3 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sumpEngine oil:Recommended brand:YAMALUBE
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