2018 YAMAHA YFM700R wheel

9-3
96. Put the frame on stands or blocks to raise all
wheels off the ground. (Alternatively, turn the
wheels each month to prevent the tires from
degrading in one spot.)
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it.
8. Remove the battery and fully charge it. (See page 8-46.)
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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 (EUR, FRA, GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement:
3.0 dB(A) (EUR, FRA, GBR)
A-weighted sound power level: 97.0 dB(A) at 3125 r/min (EUR, FRA, GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement: 3.0 dB(A) (EUR, FRA, GBR) Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008):
0.7 m/s² (EUR, FRA, GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement: 0.6 m/s² (EUR, FRA, GBR)
Vibration on handle (EN1032, ISO5008): 4.7 m/s² (EUR, FRA, GBR)
Uncertainty of measurement:
0.5 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: Dry sumpEngine oil:Recommended brand:YAMALUBE
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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 BiasRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: AT20 x 10-9 Manufacturer/model:
MAXXIS/M976Y Bias
Loading: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:Rim size:10 x 5.5ATRear wheel:Rim size:
9 x 8.0ATFront brake:Type:Disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4
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Rear 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 Ah
Headlight(s):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
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
Headlight fuse: 10.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 20.0 A
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NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-1OOwner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanel, removing and installing ..................................... 8-10
Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking brake free play, adjusting ............................... 8-35
Parking brake lever ........................................................ 4-7
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 ......................... 8-30
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-11
Self-diagnosis device .................................................... 4-3
Shifting ........................................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ...................................................................... 4-8
Shift pedal, checking ................................................... 8-42
Shock absorber, rear (YFM70RSBJ) ............................ 4-19
Shock absorber, rear (YFM70RSXJ) ............................ 4-21
Shock absorbers, front (YFM70RSBJ) ......................... 4-12
Shock absorbers, front (YFM70RSXJ) ......................... 4-14
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-26
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-10
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1 Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-5
Start switch .................................................................... 4-4
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-46
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm
pivots ......................................................................... 8-45
Suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points, lubricating the rear ......................................... 8-44
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ....................................... 8-43
TTail/brake light ............................................................. 8-53
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-4, 5-5
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 8-29
Tires ............................................................................... 5-5
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-55
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-56VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-29
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 8-43
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-54
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-53
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