2017 YAMAHA YFM700R brake light

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS .............................. 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ................................ 2-1
DESCRIPTION................................................ 3-1Left view ...................................................... 3-1
Right view.................................................... 3-2
Controls and instruments............................ 3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ................................................... 4-1 Main switch ................................................. 4-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .............. 4-2
Self-diagnosis device .................................. 4-3
Handlebar switches .................................... 4-4
Throttle lever ............................................... 4-4
Speed limiter ............................................... 4-5
Clutch lever ................................................. 4-6
Brake lever .................................................. 4-6
Brake pedal ................................................. 4-7
Parking brake lever ..................................... 4-8
Shift pedal ................................................... 4-9
Reverse knob “REV” ................................... 4-9 Fuel tank cap ............................................ 4-10
Fuel ........................................................... 4-10
Seat .......................................................... 4-12
Adjusting the front shock absorber
assemblies (YFM70RSBH) ..................... 4-13
Adjusting the front shock absorber assemblies (YFM70RSSH/
YFM70RSXH) .......................................... 4-15
Adjusting the rear shock absorber assembly (YFM70RSBH) ........................ 4-20
Adjusting the rear shock absorber assembly (YFM70RSSH/
YFM70RSXH) .......................................... 4-22
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .......................... 5-1 Fuel ............................................................. 5-4
Engine oil .................................................... 5-4
Coolant ....................................................... 5-4
Front and rear brakes ................................. 5-4
Throttle lever ............................................... 5-5
Drive chain .................................................. 5-5
Tires ............................................................ 5-5
Chassis fasteners ....................................... 5-7
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OPERATION ................................................... 6-1Starting the engine ...................................... 6-1
Shifting ........................................................ 6-2
Operating the reverse knob and driving in reverse ...................................................... 6-4
Engine break-in ........................................... 6-5
Parking ........................................................ 6-5
Parking on a slope ...................................... 6-6
Accessories and loading ............................. 6-6
RIDING YOUR ATV ........................................ 7-1 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV ................ 7-2
RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD JUDGMENT .............................................. 7-2
BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE ............... 7-8
TURNING YOUR ATV................................ 7-11
CLIMBING UPHILL ................................... 7-13
RIDING DOWNHILL .................................. 7-16
CROSSING A SLOPE................................ 7-17
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER .................................................... 7-18
RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN ............. 7-20
SLIDING AND SKIDDING.......................... 7-20
WHAT TO DO IF... ..................................... 7-21
WHAT TO DO... ......................................... 7-22 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ............................................... 8-1
Owner’s manual and tool kit ....................... 8-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ........................... 8-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart.......................................................... 8-5
Removing and installing the panel............ 8-10
Checking the spark plug........................... 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter element................. 8-13
Coolant ..................................................... 8-17
Cleaning the air filter element ................... 8-21
Cleaning the spark arrester ...................... 8-25
Adjusting the engine idling speed ............ 8-27
Adjusting the throttle lever free play ......... 8-28
Valve clearance......................................... 8-29
Adjusting the reverse lock release cable ....................................................... 8-29
Brakes....................................................... 8-29
Checking the front and rear brake pads... 8-29
Checking the brake fluid level .................. 8-31
Changing the brake fluid .......................... 8-33
Checking the front brake lever free play... 8-33
Checking the brake pedal height.............. 8-34
Adjusting the parking brake free play ....... 8-34
Brake light switches ................................. 8-36
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Drive chain slack ....................................... 8-38
Lubricating the drive chain........................ 8-40
Checking and lubricating the cables......... 8-40
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............................................ 8-41
Checking the shift pedal ........................... 8-41
Checking and lubricating the brake pedal ....................................................... 8-41
Checking the wheel hub bearings............. 8-42
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ............... 8-42
Lubricating the rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points ....... 8-43
Lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots ...................................................... 8-44
Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 8-45
Battery....................................................... 8-45
Replacing a fuse ....................................... 8-48
Replacing a headlight bulb ....................... 8-50
Adjusting a headlight beam ...................... 8-51
Tail/brake light........................................... 8-52
Removing a wheel ..................................... 8-52
Installing a wheel....................................... 8-52
Troubleshooting ........................................ 8-53
Troubleshooting charts ............................. 8-54
CLEANING AND STORAGE ........................... 9-1 Cleaning ...................................................... 9-1 Storage ....................................................... 9-2
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................ 10-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION....................... 11-1 Identification numbers .............................. 11-1
INDEX .......................................................... 12-1
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2technique described in this manual on level
ground. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if
possible.
 Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll
backwards when climbing a hill. To avoid stall-
ing, use the proper gear and maintain a steady
speed when climbing a hill. If you stall or roll
backwards, follow the special procedure for
braking described in this manual. Dismount on
the uphill side or to a side if pointed straight up-
hill. Turn the ATV around and remount, following
the procedure described in this manual.
 Always check for obstacles before operating in
a new area.
 Never attempt to operate over large obstacles,
such as large rocks or fallen trees. Always follow
proper procedures when operating over obsta-
cles as described in this manual.
 Always be careful when skidding or sliding.
Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by
practicing at low speeds and on level, smooth
terrain. On extremely slippery surfaces, such as
ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to
reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of
control. 
Never operate an ATV in fast flowing water or in
water deeper than that recommended in this
manual. Remember that wet brakes may have
reduced stopping ability. Test your brakes after
leaving water. If necessary, apply them several
times to let friction dry out the linings.
 Always be sure there are no obstacles or people
behind you when you operate in reverse. When
it is safe to proceed in reverse, go slowly.
 Always use the size and type of tires specified in
this manual.
 Always maintain proper tire pressure as de-
scribed in this manual.
 Never exceed the stated load capacity for an
ATV. Cargo should be properly distributed and
securely attached. Reduce speed and follow in-
structions in this manual for carrying cargo or
pulling a trailer. Allow greater distance for brak-
ing.
 Do not operate your ATV during darkness un-
less it is equipped with a properly functioning
headlight. Off-road riding is inherently danger-
ous and additionally, off-road trails do not have
streetlights to guide you.
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EBU17701Right view1. Spark arrester
2. Air filter case
3. Rear brake fluid reservoir
4. Crankcase engine oil filler bolt
5. Oil filter element
6. Spark plug
7. Front shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting bolt (for fast compression damping)
(YFM70RSSH/YFM70RSXH)
8. Front shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting screw (for slow compression damping)
(YFM70RSSH/YFM70RSXH)
9. Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut (YFM70RSSH/YFM70RSXH)
10.Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (YFM70RSBH)1
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456 7,8,9
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14
10,11
11.Front shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw (YFM70RSSH/YFM70RSXH)
12.Crankcase engine oil drain bolt
13.Brake pedal
14.Rear brake light switch
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EBU17714Controls and instruments
TIPThe ATV you have purchased may differ slightly
from the figures shown in this manual.
1. Clutch lever
2. Parking brake lever
3. Main switch
4. Front brake fluid reservoir
5. Brake lever
6. Throttle lever
7. Reverse knob
8. Handlebar switches
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Brake and clutch levers• Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate lever pivoting points
if necessary. 8-41
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 5-7
Instruments, lights and
switches • Check operation, and correct if necessary. 5-8
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
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OPERATION
EBU19902Read the Owner’s Manual carefully before riding
the ATV. If there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWB00632Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to become
familiar with all controls in order to help pre-
vent any loss of control, which could cause an
accident or injury. EBU29954Starting the engineNOTICEECB00151See the “Engine break-in” section on page 6-5
prior to operating the engine for the first time. 1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the key to “ ” (on) and the engine stopswitch to “ ”.
The following warning lights should come on
for a few seconds, then go off. 
Coolant temperature warning light
 Fuel level warning light
 Engine trouble warning light
NOTICEECB00826To avoid possible damage, do not operate the
ATV if a warning light does not work as de-
scribed above. 3. Shift the transmission into neutral. The neutral
indicator light should come on, if it does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.TIPThis model is equipped with an ignition circuit cut-
off system. The engine can be started under the
following conditions.
The transmission is in neutral.
 The clutch is disengaged with the transmission
in gear. However, it is recommended to shift
into neutral before starting the engine. 4. Completely close the throttle lever and start
the engine by pushing the start switch.
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