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Never exceed the weight limits shown. An over-
loaded ATV can be unstable.
 Do not exceed the maximum tongue weight.
You can measure tongue weight with a bath-
room scale. Put the tongue of the loaded trailer
on the scale with the tongue at hitch height. Ad-
just the load in the trailer, if necessary, to reduce the weight on the hitch. If you are carrying cargo
and towing a trailer, include the tongue weight
in the maximum ATV load limit.
 Load cargo on the carriers as close to the center
of the ATV as possible. Put cargo at the rear of
the front carrier, at the front of the rear carrier,
and center it.
 Tie down cargo securely to the carriers. Make
sure cargo in the trailer cannot move around. A
shifting load can cause an accident.
 Make sure the load does not interfere with con-
trols or your ability to see where you are going.
 Ride more slowly than you would without a
load. The more weight you carry, the slower you
should go. Although conditions vary, it is good
practice not to exceed low range whenever you
are carrying heavier loads or when towing a
trailer.
 Allow more braking distance. A heavier ATV
takes longer to stop.
 Avoid making sharp turns unless at very slow
speeds.
 Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose terrain
carefully. Added weight affects the stability and
handling of the ATV.
MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT
ATV loading limit (total weight of rider, car-
go, accessories, and tongue):240.0 kg (530 lb)
Front carrier: 40.0 kg (88 lb)
Rear carrier: 80.0 kg (176 lb)
Storage compartment: 2.0 kg (4 lb)
Tr a i l e r h i t c h : Pulling load (total weight of trailer and
cargo): 5880 N (600 kgf, 1322 lbf)
Tongue weight (vertical weight on trailer
hitch point): 147 N (15 kgf, 33 lbf)
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Be careful that water does not enter the
brake fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will
significantly lower the boiling point of the flu-
id and may result in vapor lock.
EBU24283Changing the brake fluidHave a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition, have the oil seals
of the brake master cylinder and calipers as well
as the brake hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged or leaking.
Oil seals: Replace every two years.
 Brake hoses: Replace every four years.
EBU24396Checking the front brake lever free
playThere should be no free play at the brake lever
end. If there is free play, have a Yamaha dealer in-
spect the brake system.EBU30348Adjusting the rear brake lever and
brake pedalThe rear brake lever free play, brake pedal free
play, and the brake pedal height must be checked
and adjusted at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance chart.1. No brake lever free play
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TIPIf the specified brake lever free play could be ob-
tained as described above, skip steps 3-8. 3. Fully turn the adjusting bolt in direction (a) toloosen the brake cable.
4. Slide the rubber cover back.
5. Loosen the brake cable adjuster locknut.
6. To increase the brake lever free play, turn the brake lever free play adjusting nut in direction
(a). To decrease the brake lever free play, turn the adjusting nut in direction (b).
NOTICE:
Make sure that distance B measures 22
mm (0.87 in) or less. If distance B reaches
22 mm (0.87 in), adjust the brake lever free
play at the brake lever again. If distance A
exceeds 12.7 mm (0.50 in), have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
[ECB01153]
7. Tighten the brake cable adjuster locknut.
8. Slide the rubber cover to its original position.
9. Tighten the locknut at the brake lever.
Adjusting the brake pedal height
1. Brake cable adjuster locknut
2. Brake lever free play adjusting nut
3. Rubber cover
4. Distance B
(a)
(b)3
2
1
4
1. Brake pedal height
2. Brake pedal
3. Footboard bracket1
2
3
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Measure the brake pedal height and adjust if nec-
essary.
1. Remove the footboard by removing the quick fasteners, bolts, and nuts.
2. Loosen the locknut. 3. Turn the adjusting bolt in or out until the brake
pedal height is within the specified limits.
4. Tighten the locknut.
5. Install the footboard by installing the quick fasteners, bolts, and nuts, and then tighten
the bolts to the specified torques.
Brake pedal height:
80.0 mm (3.15 in)
1. Footboard
2. Quick fastener
3. Bolt and nut
4. Bolt
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3
312
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting boltTightening torque:Locknut:7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft)
2
1
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Adjusting the brake pedal free play
Measure the brake pedal free play and adjust if
necessary.
TIPThe brake lever free play and brake pedal height
must be adjusted before adjusting the brake pedal
free play. 1. Loosen the locknut.
2. To increase the brake pedal free play, turn the
brake pedal free play adjusting nut in direc-
tion (a). To decrease the brake pedal free
play, turn the adjusting nut in direction (b).
3. Tighten the locknut.
EBU24231Axle bootsThe axle boots must be checked for damage at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. Check the axle boots for
tears or damage. If any damage is found, have
them replaced by a Yamaha dealer.
1. Brake pedal free playBrake pedal free play: 20.0 mm (0.79 in)
1
1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
2. Locknut
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(a)
(b)
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SPECIFICATIONS
EBU38810TIPThe 4-digit model type code can be confirmed by
checking the model label. (See page 11-1.) Dimensions:Overall length:2035 mm (80.1 in) (YFM45KDXL, YFM45KPAL)
2042 mm (80.4 in) (YFM450FWB, YFM450FWBD)
Overall width:
1180 mm (46.5 in)
Overall height: 1160 mm (45.7 in) (YFM45KDXL, YFM45KPAL)
1194 mm (47.0 in) (YFM450FWB, YFM450FWBD)
Seat height: 856 mm (33.7 in)
Wheelbase: 1240 mm (48.8 in)
Ground clearance:
245 mm (9.6 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3.2 m (10.50 ft)
Maximum water depth: 35 cm (14 in)
Weight:Curb weight:289.0 kg (637 lb) (YFM45KDXL)
295.0 kg (650 lb) (YFM45KPAL)
301.4 kg (664 lb) (YFM450FWB)
307.4 kg (678 lb) (BB5M)
308.3 kg (680 lb) (B5R1/B5R3)
313.5 kg (691 lb) (B5R2)Loading:Maximum loading limit:240.0 kg (530 lb)
(Total weight of rider, cargo, accessories, and tongue)Noise and vibration level:Noise level (77/311/EEC):78.0 dB(A) at 3125 r/min (YFM450FWB, YFM450FWBD)
Uncertainty of measurement:
3.0 dB(A) (YFM450FWB, YFM450FWBD)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008): Will not exceed 0.5 m/s² (YFM450FWB, YFM450FWBD)
Uncertainty of measurement: 0.0 m/s² (YFM450FWB, YFM450FWBD)
Vibration on handle (EN1032, ISO5008):
Will not exceed 2.5 m/s² (YFM450FWB, YFM450FWBD)
Uncertainty of measurement: 0.2 m/s² (YFM450FWBD)
0.6 m/s² (YFM450FWB)
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