2018 YAMAHA WOLVERINE Owners Manual

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YAMAHA2MB-F4897-00
WARNING
Load or trailer may affect handling and stability.
Do not exceed the maxim um load ratings for the
cargo bed , trailer tongue, or v ehicle.
When loaded with cargo or to wing a trailer:
uce speed and allo w more room to stop.
urn gradually and slo wly.
void hills and rough terrain.

ure cargo so that it will not shift - a loose load
could change handling unexpectedly or be thro wn
for ward and strike occupants.
Keep w eight in the cargo bed centered side to side and
as lo w as possib le. Top-heavy loads increase the risk of a
rollo ver.
Do not to w or pull objects from any point other than
the trailer hitch bracket or winch (if installed).
Read Owner’s Man ual before loading, to wing, or pulling
objects.
Improper use of cargo
bed or
cage/fr ame can res

ult
in se vere injury or
death from loss of
control, o verturn or
other accidents.
Maxim um Load in Cargo Bed: 300 lbs (136 kg)
Maxim um Vehicle Load: 721 l bs (327 kg)
Ne
ver carry
passengers
in cargo bed.
1HP-F2259-21
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YAMAHA2MB-F1696-10
WARNING
Improper tire pressure or overloading this v ehicle may
cause se vere injury or death from loss of control or
rollo ver.Ne ver set or allo w tire pressure to be belo w the minimum.
Tire may dislodge from rim. VEHICLE LOAD of 0 kg (0 lb) ~ 327 kg (721 lbs)
Recommended: FRONT:
REAR:
Minim um: FRONT:
REAR:75 kPa
75 kPa
70 kPa
70 kPa (11 psi)
(11 psi)
(10 psi)
(10 psi)
*V ehicle load is w eight of operator, passengers,
accessories, cargo, and (if applica ble) trailer tongue
w eight. Do not exceed maxim um vehicle load.Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 975 kg (2150 lbs)
maxim um including v ehicle, weight of operator,
passengers, accessories, cargo, and (if applicab le)
trailer tongue w eight.OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE: With tires cold, set as follows.
YA M A H A1XD-K7762-00WARNINGAny part of your
body (arms, legs,
or head) outside of
the vehicle can be
cr ushed b y the
cage/frame.
If you think or feel
that the v ehicle
may tip or roll,
brace your feet on the floor or footrests,and keep your
hands on the
steering wheel or
handhold.
Ne ver hold cage.
Do not try to stop a v ehicle tipo ver using your arm or leg.
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YAMAHA5UG-F151J-00
MAX 7.3 INCH
(185MM)
YAMAHA 1XD-F151K-00
WARNING
Improperly loading a trailer
or pulling an ob ject can
affect handling, sta bility, and
risk of o vertu rn or other
accidents.
ure load to pre vent it
from shifting.
N ever load more than 490 N
(50 kgf)/110 lb f tongue
w eight on to wing b racket.
Do not to w more than
6664 N (680 kgf)/1500 l bf
rolling w eight (trailer plu s
cargo).
w or pu ll only from hitch
b racket.
Read Ow ner’s Manual
b efore loading, to wing, or
p ulling ob jects.
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Head to Toe
Safety Checklist
YAMAHA 1XD-F1558-00HeadHelmet and eye protection.BodySeatbelt and protectiv
e clothing.HandsInside v
ehicle and holding the
handhold or steering wheel.FeetOn floor or footrests,
ready to brace, and door closed.
1XD-F8446-00
Be Prepared
Adju
st, lock and ne ver remo ve handhold.
Alw ays u se handhold, N ever hold cage.
Alw ays w ear seatb elt and helmet.YAMAHA 2MB-F1568-00
WARNING
DRIVER DRIVER
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Improper Use of Off-High way Vehicle Can Cau se Severe Inju ry or Death
Read Ow ner’s Man ual
Read Tips Gu ide for the Recreational Off-Highw ay Vehicle Driv er
Follo w All Instr uction and Warnings
Be Prepared
Driv
e Responsib ly If you
think or feel the v ehicle may tip or roll,
redu ce you r risk to inju ry:
Pay Attention and Plan Ahead
Do not allo w careless or reckless driv ing.
Do you
r part to pre vent inju ries:
Requ
ire Proper Use of Yo ur Vehicle
Rollo vers ha ve caused
se vere injuries and death,
e ven on flat, open areas.
Stay completely inside the
vehicle.
Passenger m
ust b e ab le to reach the handhold while
keeping feet flat on floor and sitting upright with
b ac
k against seat.
Dr

iv
er m ust b e ab le to comfortab ly reach all controls
w hile sitting u pright with back against seat.
W
ear an appro ved helmet, eye protection and protecti ve gear.
Fasten seat b
elts.

Do not allo w anyone to ride in the cargo b ed.
A
void side hilling (riding across slopes).
Plan for hills, rou
gh terrain, ruts, and other changes
in traction and terrain. A void pa ved su rfaces.
A
void hard acceleration w hen turning, e ven from a stop.
Slo
w do wn b efore entering a tu rn.
A
void ab ru pt maneuv ers, sideways sliding, skidding,
or fishtailing, and ne ver do don uts.
A
void loss of control and rollo vers: Do not p
ut an y part of you
r
body ou tside of
the v ehicle for any reason.
Keep a firm grip on the steering w
heel
or handhold and b race yourself.

Do not exceed seating capacity: 1 passenger.
Do not allo
w operation on pub lic roads
( u nless designated for off-highw ay vehicle access)
— collisions w ith cars and trucks can occu r.
Do not let people dri
ve or ride
after u sing alcohol or dr ugs.
Make su
re operators are 16 or older
w ith v alid driv er’s license.


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EBU31150
SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
EBU33442Be a responsible owner
As the vehicle’s owner, you are responsible for the safe and proper operation of your Yamaha
Wolverine. While understanding all parts of this manual are important for vehicle ownership, be
sure to read this chapter and the instructions in Chapter 7 before operating your Yamaha
Wolverine. Also use these two chapters and the la bels on the vehicle to instruct new operators
and passengers. Do not allow anyone else to oper ate your vehicle or ride as a passenger if you
are unsure that he/she is willing and able to follow these instructions.
Get to know your vehicle
This off-road vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from cars, ATVs, go-carts, golf-cars
and grounds-keeping vehicles. Follow these instruct ions to reduce your risk of an accident and
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Before you operate your Yamaha Wolverine
Prepare yourself and your passenger:
• This vehicle is intended for use only by an operator 16 or older with a valid motor vehicle li-
cense. Check country laws fo r minimum age requirements.
• This vehicle is designed to carry the driver and one passenger. Never carry passengers in the cargo bed.
• Both driver and passenger should wear seat belts properly.
• Both driver and passenger must be able to put both feet flat on the floorboard while seated
upright with their backs against the backrests. Passenger must be able to reach and hold
the passenger handhold within the cage/frame.
• Both driver and passenger should wear an appr oved motorcycle helmet that fits properly.
Both driver and passenger should also wear eye protection (goggles or a face shield), gloves,
over-the-ankle boots, long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants.
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• Do not drive or ride as passenger after using drugs or alcohol.
Prepare your vehicle
Perform the pre-operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe oper-
ating condition. Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an
accident or equipment damage. See page 5-1 for a list of pre-operation checks.
Prepare your load or trailer
Carrying loads, towing a trailer, or pulling object s can affect handling, stability, and cause the risk
of overturns or other accidents.
 Read Chapter 6 before loading, towing, or pulling objects.
 Do not overload the vehicle or trailer. Refer to label in cargo bed for cargo bed load limit. Refer
to label next to hitch for tongue weight and trailer load limits.
 Keep weight in the cargo bed centered side to side, and as low and as far forward as possible.
 Secure cargo so that it will not shift – a loose load could change handling unexpectedly or be
thrown forward and strike occupants.
While using your Yamaha Wolverine
 Keep your body completely inside the vehicle at all times. Keep both hands on the steering
wheel. Be sure the passenger is seated, belted, and holding onto the passenger handhold.
Close doors before driving. Any part of your body (arms, legs, and head) outside the vehicle
can be struck by objects your vehicle is passing or crushed by the vehicle cage/frame in a roll-
over accident.
 Watch for branches, brush, or other hazards that could enter the vehicle.
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Abrupt maneuvers or aggressive driving, even on flat, open areas, can cause loss of control,
including rollovers. The Wolverine has higher ground clearance and other features to handle
rugged terrain, and, as a result, can overturn in situations where some other vehicles may not.
 Avoid rollovers:
• Use care when turning:
• Turning the steering wheel too far or too fast can result in a rollover.
• Avoid sideways sliding, skidding, or fishtail ing (rear-wheel sliding), and never do donuts.
• Slow down before entering a turn and avoid hard braking in a turn.
• When making tight turns from a stop or at sl ow speeds, avoid sudden or hard acceleration.
• Drive straight up and down inclines, not across them. If crossing a hill is unavoidable, drive
slowly and turn downhill immediately if you feel the vehicle may tip.
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