2015 YAMAHA VIKING tires

Seat belts ........................................ 5-7
Passenger handhold ....................... 5-8
Steering ........................................... 5-8
Fittings and fasteners...................... 5-8
Instruments, lights and switches ..... 5-8
Control cables ................................. 5-8
Tires ................................................ 5-8
OPERATION..................................... 6-1 Engine break-in ............................... 6-1
Starting the engine .......................... 6-2
Drive select lever operation and reverse driving............................... 6-4
On-Command drive knob................ 6-6
Parking ............................................ 6-8
Loading ........................................... 6-8
BASIC GUIDE FOR SAFE USE....... 7-1 KNOW YOUR VEHICLE................. 7-1
Driver requirements ........................ 7-3
Passenger requirements................. 7-4
Occupant protection system ........... 7-4
Protective structure ......................... 7-5 Seat belts ......................................... 7-6
Doors ............................................... 7-9
Passenger handhold ....................... 7-9
Seat and shoulder bolsters............ 7-12
Floorboard ..................................... 7-12
Steering wheel ............................... 7-13
LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR
VEHICLE ..................................... 7-14
Personal protective equipment...... 7-14
Practice for new Yamaha Viking users ............................................ 7-15
Getting ready to ride ...................... 7-16
Turning........................................... 7-16
Accelerating ................................... 7-17
Braking........................................... 7-18
Engine braking............................... 7-18
Leaving the vehicle ........................ 7-19
Parking on a flat area .................... 7-19
Parking on a slope ......................... 7-19
Loading .......................................... 7-20
Operation on different surfaces and terrains.................................. 7-20
Hills ................................................ 7-21
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90 For EuropeYAMAHA 1XD-F1696-10
WARNING
Improper tire pressure or overloading this vehicle may
cause severe injury or death from loss of control or
rollover.Never set or allow tire pressure to be below the minimum.
Tire may dislodge from rim. VEHICLE LOAD of 0 kg (0 lb) ~ 300 kg (661 lbs)
Recommended: FRONT: REAR:
Minimum: FRONT: REAR:75 kPa
90 kPa
70 kPa
85 kPa
VEHICLE LOAD of 300 kg (661 lbs) ~ 445 kg (981 lbs)Recommended: FRONT: REAR:
Minimum: FRONT: REAR:75 kPa
125 kPa
70 kPa
120 kPa (11 psi)
(13 psi)
(10 psi)
(12 psi)
(11 psi)
(18 psi)
(10 psi)
(17 psi)
*Vehicle load is weight of operator, passengers,
accessories, cargo, and (if applicable) trailer tongue
weight. Do not exceed maximum vehicle load.Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 1080 kg (2381 lbs)
maximum including vehicle, weight of operator,
passengers, accessories, cargo, and (if applicable)
trailer tongue weight.OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE: With tires cold, set as follows.
YAMAHA 1XD-F1696-20
AVERTISSEMENT
Une pression de gonflage incorrecte des pneus ou
la surcharge du véhicule risquent de provoquer une
perte de contrô le ou un capotage, entraînant des
blessures, voire la mort.
Ne jamais régler la pression de gonflage ni la laisser baisser sous le seuil minimal; le pneu risque
de se déjanter.
CHARGE DU VÉHICULE : de 0 kg (0 lbs) à 300 kg (661 lbs)Recommandation:
AVANT:
ARRIÈRE:
Minimum:
AVANT:
ARRIÈRE:
CHARGE DU VÉHICULE : de 300 kg (661 lbs) à 445 kg (981 lbs)Recommandation:
AVANT:
ARRIÈRE:
Minimum:
AVANT:
ARRIÈRE:
(11 psi)
(13 psi)
(10 psi)
(12 psi)
(11 psi)
(18 psi)
(10 psi)
(17 psi)
75 kPa
90 kPa
70 kPa
85 kPa
75 kPa
125 kPa
70 kPa
120 kPa
*
La charge du véhicule comprend le poids du conducteur,
du passager, des accessoires, de l’équipement et
(le cas échéant) du timon. Ne pas dépasser la charge
maximale du véhicule.Poids nominal brut du véhicule (PNBV) : 1080 kg (2381 lbs)
maximum, y compris le poids du véhicule, du conducteur,
du passager, des accessoires, de l’équipement, et
(le cas échéant) du timon.PRESSION DE SERVICE DES PNEUS : Régler les pneus à froid.
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Aftermarket tires and rims
The tires and rims that came with your Viking were designed to match the performance capabili-
ties and to provide the best combination of handling, braking, and comfort. Other tires, rims, sizes,
and combinations may not be appropriate. Refer to page 8-40 for tire specifications and more in-
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14 Final gear oil/
Differential gear oil
Check for leakage. 5-7, 8-15, 8-17
Accelerator pedal Check for proper accelerator pedal operation. 5-7
Seat belts Check for proper operation and belt wear. 5-7
Passenger handhold Check for stability and proper fastening. 5-8, 7-9
Steering Check for proper operation. 5-8
Fittings and fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-8
Instruments, lights and
switches Check operation, and correct if necessary.
5-8, 8-50, 8-53, 8-53
Wheels and tires Check tire pressure and for wear and damage. 5-8, 8-39, 8-41
Axle boots Check for damage. 8-21
ITEM
ROUTINE PAGE
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A crash can damage the restraint systems in
your vehicle. A damaged restraint system
may not properly protect the person using it,
resulting in serious injury or death in a crash.
To help make sure your restraint systems are
working properly after a crash, have them in-
spected and any necessary replacements
made as soon as possible.Passenger handholdCheck that the handhold bar and its supports
are in good condition. Confirm that the locking
pins are securely fastened, and then push
and pull on the handhold to make sure that it
is not loose.EVU01230SteeringPark on level ground. Turn the steering wheel
right and left. Check for excessive free play,
abnormal noises, or a rough feeling. Have a
Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper operation.
EVU00470Fittings and fastenersAlways check the tightness of chassis fittings
and fasteners before a ride. Take the vehicle
to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service
Manual for correct tightening torque.Instruments, lights and switchesCheck that all instruments, lights and switches
are working properly. Correct if necessary.Control cablesWhen riding in cold weather, always make
sure all control cables work smoothly before
you begin riding. WARNING! Control cables
can freeze in cold weather and you could
be unable to control the vehicle.EVU00500TiresCheck tire pressure regularly to make sure it
is at the recommended specifications. Also
check for wear and damage.
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EVU00510Tire pressure
Use the tire pressure gauge to check and ad-
just tire pressures when the tires are cold. Tire
pressures must be equal on both sides.
WARNING! Operation of this vehicle with
improper tire pressure may cause severe
injury or death from loss of control or roll-
over. Tire pressure below the minimum
specified could also cause the tire to dis-
lodge from the rim under severe riding
conditions.
Set tire pressures to the following specifica-
tions:Recommended tire pressure:
Vehicle load:
0 – 300 kg (0 – 661 lb)Front:75 kPa (0.75 kgf/cm
2, 11 psi)
Rear: 90 kPa (0.90 kgf/cm2, 13 psi)
Vehicle load:
300 kg – maximum
(661 lb – maximum)Front:
75 kPa (0.75 kgf/cm2, 11 psi)
Rear: 125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm2, 18 psi)
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Steering wheel
Keep both hands on the steering wheel. Do
not hold the steering wheel with your thumbs
inside the rim. Keep your palms on the out-
side of the steering wheel. Similar to other off-
road vehicles, if the Viking hits a deep rut or
large obstacle, the steering wheel could brief-
ly jerk in one direction or back and forth as the
tires and vehicle respond to the obstacle. This
quick motion could injure your thumbs or wrist
if your thumbs or hand(s) are inside the steer-
ing wheel. Grip the steering wheel so that
your thumbs will not be hit by the spokes. As
an example, see the illustration.
CORRECT GRIP EXAMPLE
INCORRECT GRIP EXAMPLE
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Braking
When slowing down or stopping, take your
foot off the accelerator pedal and press the
brake pedal smoothly. Improper use of the
brakes can cause the tires to lose traction, re-
ducing control of the vehicle and increasing
the possibility of an accident.
Braking ability is affected by type of terrain. In
most cases, gradual application of the brakes
is more effective than abrupt braking, particu-
larly on loose surfaces, such as gravel. Al-
ways allow for greater braking distance on
rough, loose, or slippery surfaces. Engine braking
Engine compression braking is designed to
assist you when operating your Viking off-
road. With this feature, the engine helps slow
the vehicle down after you take your foot off
the accelerator. Engine braking is more no-
ticeable in four-wheel drive. Application of ve-
hicle brakes provides additional stopping
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