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EBU32630Wheel installation1. Install the wheel and the nuts.TIPTapered nuts are used for both the front and
rear wheels. Install the nuts with their tapered
side towards the wheel. 2. Lower the vehicle so that the wheel is onthe ground.
3. Tighten the wheel nuts in a crisscross
pattern to the specified torque.
WARNING
EWB03400Do not reverse the rims on your Yamaha
Viking VI to widen the track width. Install-
ing wheels improperly increases the risk of
wheel failure and accidents. EBU32640BatteryThe battery is located under the hood. (See
page 8-10 for hood removal and installation
procedures.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA (Valve
Regulated Lead Acid) battery. There is no
need to check the electrolyte or to add dis-
tilled water. However, the battery lead con-
nections need to be checked and, if
necessary, tightened.
1. Tapered nut
1
Tightening torques:Front wheel nut:75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf, 54 ft·lbf)
Rear wheel nut: 75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf, 54 ft·lbf)
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EBU32750
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions:Overall length:3900 mm (153.5 in)
Overall width: 1570 mm (61.8 in)
Overall height:
1945 mm (76.6 in)
Wheelbase: 2935 mm (115.6 in)
Ground clearance: 290 mm (11.4 in)
Minimum turning radius:
6200 mm (244 in)Weight:Curb weight:769.0 kg (1695 lb)Noise and vibration level:Noise level (77/311/EEC):83.0 dB(A) (EUR,FRA,GBR)
A-weighted sound power level: 93.0 dB(A) (EUR,FRA,GBR)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008):
Will not exceed 0.5 m/s² (EUR,FRA,GBR)
Vibration on handle (EN1032, ISO5008): Will not exceed 2.5 m/s² (EUR,FRA,GBR)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC Cylinder arrangement:
Single cylinder
Displacement: 686 cm³
Bore × stroke:
102.0 × 84.0 mm (4.02 × 3.31 in)
Compression ratio:
10.0 : 1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:YAMALUBE
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