2019 YAMAHA YFM700R Owners Manual

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Familiarize yourself with the following pictograms and read the explanatory text, then make sure to check
the pictograms that apply to your model.
Read the Owner’s man
ual.
AL WAY S use an appro ved helmet and
protectiv e gear.
Use from 16 years old.
Operating this ATV if you are under the age
of 16 increases your chance of se vere injury
or death. NEVER use on pa
ved roads.
NEVER carry passengers.
NEVER use with dr ugs or alcohol.
NEVER store fuel or flammab le liquids.
This
unit contains high-press ure nitrogen
gas.
Mishandling can ca use an explosion. Do not
incinerate, puncture or open.
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**.* kPa
*.** kgf/cm²
*.* psi **.* kPa
*.** kgf/cm²
*.* psi
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN
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*** kW
*** kg
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34 This pictogram shows trailer Hitch Tow
weight limit. (Combined weight of the trailer
and all cargo in the trailer.)
Overloading can cause loss of control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury or
death.
EN228 fuel identification mark.
Gasoline of ethanol 10% or less can be
used. EN228 fuel identification mark.
Gasoline of ethanol 5% or less can be used.
Use unleaded gasoline only.
Measure the tire pressure when the tires are
cold. Adjust the tire pressure.
Improper tire pressure can cause loss of
control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury or
death.
This pictogram shows the loading limits
and/or maximum load capacity for this ATV.
Follow all load limits and other loading
guidelines in this manual.
Load may include the driver, passenger,
human protective gear, accessories, goods,
luggage, and all other load related items.
Make sure you do not exceed the load limits.
Overloading can cause loss of control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury or
death.
This pictogram shows trailer Hitch Tongue
weight limit. (Weight on the trailer tongue.)
Overloading can cause loss of control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury or
death.
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Model Name
Max. Power
Mass In Running Order
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Wait for the engine to return to normal idle speed
before shifting.
2UD-F151E-00
Recommended
Minim um : FRONT
REAR
: FRONT
REAR: 35 kPa, (5.0 psi)
: 30 kPa, (4.4 psi)
: 32 kPa, (4.6 psi)
: 27 kPa, (4.0 psi)Ne
ver set tire pressure belo w minimum. It could cause
the tire to dislodge from the rim.Cargo or a trailer can affect stability and handling.
Read o wner’s man ual before loading or to wing.
When riding with cargo or to wing a trailer : Reduce speed
and allo w more room to stop. A void hills and rough terrain.
Maxim um Vehicle Load : 240 kg, (530 l bs)
Includes w eight of operator, cargo and accessories
(and if applicab le, trailer tongue w eight).
WARNING
B16-F816M-00
YAMAHAIMPROPER TIRE PRESSURE OR OVERLOADING CAN
CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL.
LOSS OF CONTROL CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
INJURY OR DEATH.OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE : Set with tires coldLOADING/TRAILER TOWING
5880 N
1322(600 kgf)
( 15 kgf)
37S-F151K-00
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BB5-F2259-20
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
EBU27255AN ATV IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARD-OUS TO OPERATE.An ATV handles differently from other vehicles, in-
cluding motorcycles and cars. A collision or roll-
over can occur quickly, even during routine
maneuvers such as turning and riding on hills or
over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precau-
tions.
SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do
not follow these instructions:
Read this manual and all labels carefully and fol-
low the operating procedures described.
 Never operate an ATV without proper training or
instruction. Take a training course. Beginners
should receive training from a certified instruc-
tor. Contact an authorized ATV dealer to find
out about the training courses nearest you.
 Always follow the age recommendation:
– A child under 16 years old should never oper-
ate an ATV with engine size greater than 90 cc. 
Never allow a child under age 16 to operate an
ATV without adult supervision, and never allow
continued use of an ATV by a child if he or she
does not have the abilities to operate it safely.
 Never carry a passenger on an ATV.
 This vehicle is intended for off-road use only. Do
not operate on any paved surfaces such as:
sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, paved
roads, public streets or other motorway.
 Watch carefully for other vehicles when operat-
ing on unpaved public streets or roads. Make
sure you know your country’s laws and regula-
tions before you ride on unpaved public streets
or roads.
 Never operate an ATV without wearing an ap-
proved motorcycle helmet that fits properly.
You should also wear eye protection (goggles
or face shield), gloves, boots, a long-sleeved
shirt or a jacket, and long pants.
 Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while
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Never operate at speeds too fast for your skills
or the riding conditions. Always go at a speed
that is proper for the terrain, visibility, operating
conditions, and your experience.
 Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts.
 Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to
make sure it is in safe operating condition. Al-
ways follow the inspection and maintenance
procedures and schedules described in this
manual.
 Always keep both hands on the handlebars and
both feet on the footboards of the ATV during
operation.
 Always go slowly and be extra careful when op-
erating on unfamiliar terrain. Always be alert to
changing terrain conditions when operating the
ATV.
 Never operate on excessively rough, slippery or
loose terrain until you have learned and prac-
ticed the skills necessary to control the ATV on
such terrain. Always be especially cautious on
these kinds of terrain.
 Always follow proper procedures for turning as
described in this manual. Practice turning at low
speeds before attempting to turn at faster
speeds and never turn at excessive speeds. 
Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the
ATV or for your abilities. Practice on smaller hills
before attempting larger hills.
 Always follow proper procedures for climbing
hills as described in this manual. Check the ter-
rain carefully before you start up any hill. Never
climb hills with excessively slippery or loose
surfaces. Shift your weight forward. Never open
the throttle suddenly. Never go over the top of a
hill at high speed.
 Always follow proper procedures for going
down hills and for braking on hills as described
in this manual. Check the terrain carefully before
you start down any hill. Shift your weight back-
ward. Never go down a hill at high speed. Avoid
going down a hill at an angle that would cause
the vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Go
straight down the hill where possible.
 Always follow proper procedures for crossing
the side of a hill as described in this manual.
Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose
surfaces. Shift your weight to the uphill side of
the ATV. Never attempt to turn the ATV around
on any hill until you have mastered the turning
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