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Become familiar with the way the vehicle han-
dles in the various drive modes. Start off with
two-wheel drive “2WD”, then four-wheel drive
“4WD”, and finally four-wheel drive with the
differential locked “DIFF LOCK”. Steering
may take more effort in four-wheel drive with
the differential locked “DIFF LOCK”. Also
practice driving in reverse.TIPTake the time to learn basic operation of the
vehicle before driving at higher speeds or at-
tempting more difficult maneuvers.
Getting ready to ride
Perform the pre-operation checks on page
5-1. Follow the instructions on page 6-2 when
starting the engine.
Turning
Use care in turns — turning the steering wheel
too far or too fast can result in loss of control
or a rollover. Slow down before entering
turns. When making tight turns from a stand-
still or at slow speeds, avoid sudden or hard
acceleration. Driving aggressively or making
abrupt maneuvers even on flat, open areas
can cause side rollovers. Avoid sideways slid-
ing, skidding, or fishtailing (rear-wheel slid-
ing), and never do donuts. If you feel the
vehicle begin to slide sideways or the rear
wheels begin to slide during a turn, steer into
the direction of the slide, if possible, and
gradually let off the accelerator pedal to re-
gain directional control and avoid rollover. For
example, if you feel the back of the vehicle
start to slide to your right, steer to the right.
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If you think or feel that the vehicle may tip or
roll, keep your body completely inside the
protective structure of the vehicle:
Brace yourself by pressing your feet firmly
on the floorboard and keep a firm grip on
the steering wheel or passenger handhold.
 Do not put your hands or feet outside of the
vehicle for any reason. Do not try to stop a
tipover using your arm or leg.
Accelerating
Avoid higher speeds and sudden or hard ac-
celeration until you are thoroughly familiar
with the operation of your vehicle. Avoid sud-
den or hard acceleration in any turn. Never
drive faster than is safe for current conditions.
Shifting
Follow the instructions on pages 6-2 and 6-3
for shifting, downshifting, and shifting into re-
verse until you are thoroughly familiar with
each operation. Braking
When slowing down or stopping, take your
foot off the accelerator pedal and press the
brake pedal smoothly. Abrupt or improper
use of the brakes can cause the tires to lose
traction, reducing control of the vehicle and
increasing the possibility of an accident.
Braking ability is affected by type of terrain. In
most cases, gradual application of the brakes
is more effective than abrupt braking, partic-
ularly on loose surfaces
, such as gravel. Al-
ways allow for greater braking distance on
rough, loose, or slippery surfaces.
Engine compression braking will also help
slow the vehicle down. With the transmission
still in gear, take your foot off the accelerator
and allow the drivetrain and engine to absorb
vehicle speed. Downshift as necessary. Ap-
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TIPYou may need to turn the steering wheel left
and right to help the differential lock into pla-
ce. 3. Stop the engine (turn the key to “ ”[off]).
4. With the brake pedal still being applied, set the parking brake.
5. Finally, get out of the vehicle and block
the front and rear wheels with rocks or
other objects.
Loading
Be aware that vehicle load includes the total
combined weight of the operator, passenger,
any installed accessories, and any luggage or
cargo brought on board or stored in the cargo
bed. Make sure that the gross vehicle weight
(vehicle load plus weight of the vehicle itself)
never exceeds 1025 kg (2260 lb). Vehicle loading can affect handling as well as
the recommended tire pressure. (See pages
6-12, 5-8.)
EBU36681Operation 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.
Your Yamaha YXZ1000R has higher ground
clearance and other features to handle rug-
ged terrain, and as a result, can overturn in
situations where some vehicles may not.
Abrupt maneuvers or aggressive driving can
cause loss of control, including rollovers –
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even on flat, open areas. These rollovers can
result in crushed limbs and other serious inju-
ries or death to drivers or passengers.
When operating the vehicle in areas which re-
quire the use of a safety flag, mount the safety
flag pole on the flag pole bracket. See page
4-34.
Hills
Choose carefully which hills you attempt to
climb or descend. Avoid hills with slippery
surfaces or those where you will not be able
to see far enough ahead of you. Use common sense and remember that some hills are too
steep for you to climb or descend. Use proper
driving techniques to
avoid rearward, for-
ward, or sideways rollovers on hills and
slopes.
Drive straight up and down inclines, not
across them. If crossing a hill is unavoidable,
drive slowly. Turn downhill immediately if you
feel the vehicle may tip.
If you think or feel the vehicle may tip or
roll:
 Brace yourself by pressing your feet firmly
on the floorboard and keep a firm grip on
the steering wheel or passenger handhold.
 Do not put your hands or feet outside of the
vehicle for any reason.
Uphill
Do not attempt to climb hills until you have
mastered basic maneuv ers on flat ground.
Drive straight up hills, and avoid crossing the
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14*Wheels • Check balance, runout, and for damage.
• Balance wheel if necessary.
• Replace wheel if damaged or if runout is
over specified limits. √√√√
• Check and tighten the bead lock (for equipped models). Every 500 km (300 mi)
15 *Wheel bearings • Check bearing assemblies for loose-
ness/damage.
• Replace if damaged. √√√√
16 *Front and rear
suspension • Check operation and for oil leakage.
• Correct if necessary.
√√
17 *Steering system • Check operation and for looseness. Replace
if damaged.
• Check toe-in. Adjust if necessary. √√√√√
18 *Stabilizer bushes • Check for cracks or other damage, and re-
place if necessary. √√√
19 *Upper and lower
arm pivots • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√√
20 *Rear knuckle up-
per and lower piv-
ots • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√√
NO. ITEM ROUTINE
INITIAL EVERY
Whichev- er comes first month 1 3 6 6 12
km
(mi) 320
(200) 1300
(800) 2500
(1600) 2500
(1600) 5000
(3200)
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EBU32590Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot lu-
brication (left and right)Lubricate the knuckle upper and lower pivots
with a grease gun.EBU35220Drive shaft universal joint lubricationLubricate the drive shaft universal joint with a
grease gun.
EBU32600Steering shaft lubricationLubricate the pivot points.
Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease
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HHalf clutch indicator light ............................................... 4-6
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-65
Headlights .................................................................... 8-65
Helmet indicator light ..................................................... 4-9
High beam indicator light ............................................... 4-3
Hood ............................................................................ 8-11IIdentification number records ...................................... 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-2
Instruments, lights and switches, Pre-operation check ........................................................................... 5-8
Interior lights (for equipped models) ............................ 8-66
Interior light switch (for equipped models) .................. 4-20JJump-starting .............................................................. 8-61LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Launch system indicator light ........................................ 4-7
Launch system operation .............................................. 6-7
Light switch .................................................................. 4-20
Loading ........................................................................ 6-12MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 8-6
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-4
Maintenance charts ....................................................... 8-4
Model label .................................................................. 11-1
Multi-function meter unit ............................................. 4-10NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2
OOwner’s Manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanels .......................................................................... 8-11
Parking ......................................................................... 6-12
Parking brake indicator light .......................................... 4-3
Parking brake lever ...................................................... 4-23
Parking brake lever free play, adjusting ...................... 8-50
Parking brake pads, checking ..................................... 8-46
Passenger handhold, Pre-operation check ................... 5-7
Pedal, lubrication ......................................................... 8-52RRear knuckle upper and lower pivot, lubrication ......... 8-54
Rearview mirror (for equipped models) ....................... 4-29
Reverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat belt indicator light .................................................. 4-9
Seat belts ..................................................................... 4-29
Seat belts, Pre-operation check .................................... 5-7
Seats ............................................................................ 4-26
Shifting and reverse driving ........................................... 6-3
Shift timing indicator light .............................................. 4-4
Shock absorbers, front ................................................ 4-34
Shock absorbers, rear ................................................. 4-44
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-43
Spark plugs, checking ................................................. 8-37
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Stabilizer bushes, checking .......... ............................... 8-52
Starting the engine ........................................................ 6-2
Steering, Pre-operation check ....................................... 5-7
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Steering shaft, lubrication ............................................ 8-54
Steering wheel position ................................................ 4-28
Storage ........................................................................... 9-2
Storage compartments ................................................ 4-30TTail/brake light .............................................................. 8-66
Tire, replacing .............................................................. 8-56
Tires, Pre-operation check ............................................. 5-8
Transmission oil ........................................................... 8-27
Transmission, Pre-operation check ............................... 5-6
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-66
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-68UUpper and lower arm pivot, lubrication ........................ 8-53VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-45
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1WWheel installation ......................................................... 8-57
Wheel removal ............................................................. 8-55YYCC-S clutch ............................................................... 8-48
YCC-S clutch, Pre-operation check .............................. 5-8
YCC-S system ............................................................. 4-23
YCC-S system warning light .......................................... 4-7UB0F7AE0.book Page 3 Monday, November 6, 2017 2:30 PM