2017 YAMAHA VIKING weight

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EBU31930ParkingWhen parking, stop the engine and shift the
drive select lever into the neutral position. Ap-
ply the parking brake to help prevent the ve-
hicle from rolling. See page 7-16 for more
information on parking and parking on a
slope.EBU31940LoadingTake extra precautions when driving with a
load or trailer. Follow these instructions and
always use common sense and good judg-
ment when carrying cargo or towing a trailer.
Prepare your load or trailer
WARNING
EWB03310Improper loading or towing can increase
the risk of loss of control, an overturn, or
other accident: 
Do not exceed the Maximum Loading
Limits for the vehicle (see “MAXIMUM
LOADING LIMIT” in this section and ve-
hicle labeling).
 Keep weight in the cargo bed centered
side to side, and as low and as far for-
ward as possible. Top-heavy loads in-
crease the risk of overturn. Be sure
cargo is secured – a loose load could
change handling unexpectedly or strike
occupants.
 Do not exceed the maximum tongue
weight.
 Make sure the load does not interfere
with your control or ability to see where
you are going.
 Tie down cargo in the trailer securely.
Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot
move around. A shifting load can cause
an accident.
Use the hooks equipped on the cargo bed to
tie down loads.
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Choose a trailer hitch drawbar designed for
use with a 5 cm (2 in) receiver. (See page 4-23
for more information.)
You can measure tongue weight with a bath-
room scale. Put the tongue of the loaded trail-
er on the scale with the tongue at hitch height.
Adjust the load in the trailer, if necessary, to
reduce the weight on hitch. If you are carrying
cargo and towing a trailer, include the tongue
weight in the maximum vehicle load limit.Operating when loaded with cargo or tow-
ing a trailer
Drive more slowly than you would without a
load. The more weight you carry, the slower
you should go. Although conditions vary, it is
good practice to keep the vehicle in low gear
whenever you are carrying heavier loads or
when towing a trailer.
WARNING
EWB03320Carrying loads or towing a trailer can in-
crease the risk of loss of control, an over-
turn, or other acciden
t. To reduce the risk
of an accident:
 Reduce speed, operate in low gear only,
and allow more room to stop. A heavier
vehicle takes longer to stop.
 Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose
terrain carefully. Use extreme caution
when towing or carrying a load on in-
clines.
 Turn gradually and go slowly.
MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT
Vehicle loading limit (total weight of cargo,
operator, passengers and accessories and
tongue weight): 411.0 kg (906 lb)
Cargo bed: 272.0 kg (600 lb)
Tr a i l e r h i t c h :Pulling load (total weight of trailer and
cargo): 6664 N (680 kgf, 1500 lbf)
Tongue weight (vertical weight on trailer
hitch point): 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf)
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Parking on a flat area
When parking on a flat area, stop the engine
and shift the drive select lever into the neutral
position. Apply the parking brake to help pre-
vent the vehicle from rolling.
Parking on a slope
The parking brake acts only on the rear
wheels when in “2WD”. For the parking brake
to take effect on all four wheels, shift to “DIFF
LOCK” before stopping the engine.
If you park on a hill that is too steep the vehi-
cle may roll out of control. Never park on hills
that are so steep you cannot walk up them
easily. If you must park on an incline follow
these instructions:1. Bring the vehicle to a stop by applying the brake pedal.
2. Put the vehicle in “DIFF LOCK”.
3. Turn the key to “ ” (off).
4. With the brake pedal applied, set the parking brake. 5. Block the front and rear wheels with
rocks or other objects.
Loading
The total weight of operator, passengers, ac-
cessories, cargo, trailer tongue weight, and
the vehicle itself must not exceed 1080 kg
(2381 lb). Vehicle loading can affect handling.
See “Loading” on page 6-7.
EBU33360Operation on different surfaces and
terrainsGo slowly and proceed with caution when op-
erating on an unfamiliar surface or terrain.
This vehicle may handle differently in certain
types of terrains or on certain surfaces. You
may come upon hidden rocks, bumps, or
holes without enough time to react. To avoid
loss of control or rollover, always be alert to
changing surfaces or terrain when operating
the vehicle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions:Overall length:3100 mm (122.0 in)
Overall width: 1570 mm (61.8 in) (YXM70VPHH, YXM70VPXH)
1625 mm (64.0 in) (YXM70VPSH)
Overall height: 1925 mm (75.8 in)
Wheelbase:
2135 mm (84.1 in)
Ground clearance: 300 mm (11.8 in)
Minimum turning radius: 4500 mm (177 in)Weight:Curb weight:649.0 kg (1431 lb) (YXM70VPHH, YXM70VPXH)
654.0 kg (1442 lb) (YXM70VPSH)Noise and vibration level:Noise level (77/311/EEC):83.0 dB(A) (YXM70VPXH_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement:
3.0 dB(A) (YXM70VPXH_EUR/FRA/GBR)
A-weighted sound power level: 93.0 dB(A) (YXM70VPXH_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement: 3.0 dB(A) (YXM70VPXH_EUR/FRA/GBR) Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008):
Will not exceed 0.5 m/s² (YXM70VPXH_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement: 0.0 m/s² (YXM70VPXH_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Vibration on handle (EN1032, ISO5008): Will not exceed 2.5 m/s² (YXM70VPXH_EUR/FRA/GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement:
0.2 m/s² (YXM70VPXH_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 sumpEngine oil:Recommended brand:YAMALUBE
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Secondary reduction ratio:41/21 × 17/12 × 33/9 (10.142)
Transmission type: V-belt automatic
Operation:
Right hand operation
Reverse gear: 23/14 × 28/23 (2.000)
Low range: 31/16 (1.938)
High range:
30/21 (1.429)Chassis:Frame type:Steel tube frame
Caster angle:
3.70 °
Trail: 19.0 mm (0.75 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 25 x 8-12NHS
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/MU09Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 25 x 10-12NHS Manufacturer/model:
MAXXIS/MU10
Loading:Maximum loading limit:
411.0 kg (906 lb)
(Total weight of operator, passengers, cargo, accessories,
and tongue)Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):Recommended:
Vehicle load: 0 - 300 kg (0 - 661 lb)
Front:
75.0 kPa (0.750 kgf/cm², 11 psi)
Rear: 100.0 kPa (1.000 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
Vehicle load: 300 kg - maximum (661 lb - maximum)
Front:
75.0 kPa (0.750 kgf/cm², 11 psi)
Rear: 125.0 kPa (1.250 kgf/cm², 18 psi)
Minimum: Vehicle load: 0 - 300 kg (0 - 661 lb)
Front: 70.0 kPa (0.700 kgf/cm², 10 psi)
Rear:
95.0 kPa (0.950 kgf/cm², 14 psi)
Vehicle load: 300 kg - maximum (661 lb - maximum)
Front: 70.0 kPa (0.700 kgf/cm², 10 psi)
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