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abrasives which may mar the paint or protec-
tive finish. When finished cleaning, start the
engine and let it idle for several minutes.
EBU27262StorageShort-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.
[ECB00722]
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. Alterna-
Specified amount:
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order to prevent the tires from becoming de-
graded in one spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store it in a cool, dry place and charge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in an exces-
sively cold or warm place [less than 0 °C (30
°F) or more than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more infor-
mation on storing the battery, see page 8-45.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before storing the
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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions:Overall length:1845 mm (72.6 in)
Overall width: 1155 mm (45.5 in)
Overall height:
1115 mm (43.9 in)
Seat height: 830 mm (32.7 in)
Wheelbase: 1280 mm (50.4 in)
Ground clearance:
240 mm (9.4 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3500 mm (138 in)Weight:Curb weight:
192.0 kg (423 lb)Noise and vibration level:Noise level (77/311/EEC):84.0 dB(A) at 3125 r/min (YFM70RSBG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YFM70RSSG_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement: 3.0 dB(A) (YFM70RSBG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YFM70RSSG_EUR/FRA/GBR)
A-weighted sound power level: 97.0 dB(A) at 3125 r/min (YFM70RSBG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YFM70RSSG_EUR/FRA/GBR) Uncertainty of measurement:
3.0 dB(A) (YFM70RSBG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YFM70RSSG_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008):
0.7 m/s² (YFM70RSBG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YFM70RSSG_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement:
0.6 m/s² (YFM70RSBG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YFM70RSSG_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Vibration on handle (EN1032, ISO5008):
4.7 m/s² (YFM70RSBG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YFM70RSSG_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement:
0.5 m/s² (YFM70RSBG_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YFM70RSSG_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
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Transmission type:Constant mesh 5-speed.forward, 1-speed.reverse
Operation: Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:38/13 (2.923)
2nd:
28/14 (2.000)
3rd: 25/17 (1.471)
4th: 25/22 (1.136)
5th:
22/24 (0.917)
Reverse gear: 24/13 × 29/12 (4.462)Chassis:Frame type:
Aluminum die-cast and steel tube frame
Caster angle: 5.00 °
Trail: 22.0 mm (0.87 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: AT22 x 7-10
Manufacturer/model:
MAXXIS/MS13 Bias
Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
AT20 x 10-9
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/M976Y BiasLoading: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: 27.5 kPa (0.275 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)
Minimum: Front:24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm², 3.6 psi)
Rear: 24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm², 3.6 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:Panel wheel
Rim size: 10 x 5.5ATRear wheel:Wheel type:Panel wheel
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Rim size:9 x 8.0ATFront brake:Type:
Disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:Disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 230 mm (9.1 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 256 mm (10.1 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:Krypton bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light: LED
Reverse indicator light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LEDFuses:Main fuse:
30.0 A
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NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOwner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanel, removing and installing ..................................... 8-10
Parking ........................................................................... 6-6
Parking brake free play, adjusting ............................... 8-34
Parking brake lever ........................................................ 4-8
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-6
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RReverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2
Reverse knob ................................................................. 4-9
Reverse knob and driving in reverse ............................. 6-4
Reverse lock release cable, adjusting ......................... 8-29
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-12
Self-diagnosis device .................................................... 4-3
Shifting ........................................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ...................................................................... 4-9
Shift pedal, checking ................................................... 8-41
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front (YFM70RSBG) ........................................................... 4-13
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front
(YFM70RSSG) ........................................................... 4-15
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear (YFM70RSBG) ........................................................... 4-20 Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear
(YFM70RSSG) ........................................................... 4-22
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-25
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-10
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-5
Start switch .................................................................... 4-4
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-45
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots ......................................................................... 8-44
Suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points, lubricating the rear ......................................... 8-43
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ....................................... 8-42
TTail/brake light ............................................................. 8-52
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-4, 5-5
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 8-28
Tires ............................................................................... 5-5
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-53
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-54VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-29
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 8-42
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-52
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-52
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