2020 YAMAHA YFM700R stop start

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8Select a large, flat, unpaved area to become famil-
iar with your ATV. Make sure that this area is free
of obstacles and other riders. You should practice
control of the throttle, brakes, shifting procedures,
and turning techniques in this area before trying
more difficult terrain.
Set the parking brake and follow the instruction on
page 7-1 to start the engine. Once it has warmed
up you are ready to begin riding your ATV. As you
get on the ATV, be sure not to accidentally move
the shift pedal. With the engine idling, pull the
clutch lever to disengage the clutch and shift into
1st gear, and then release the parking brake.
Open the throttle gradually, and at the same time,
release the clutch lever slowly. Once the ATV has
attained adequate speed, release the throttle lever
and at the same time, quickly pull in the clutch le-
ver and shift into 2nd gear. Open the throttle part
way and gradually release the clutch.
WARNING!
If the throttle is applied too abruptly or if the
throttle is not released during shifting, or if the
shift pedal is not released before applying the
throttle, the front wheels may lift off the
ground, resulting in a loss of directional con- trol.
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NOTICE: Do not shift gears without
releasing the throttle. Damage to the engine or
drive train may occur.
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Use this same procedure as you move into the
higher gears. Be sure to coordinate the use of the
throttle and shift pedal properly.
Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughly fa-
miliar with the operation of your ATV.
When slowing down or stopping, release the
throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly.
As you slow down, shift to a lower gear. Be sure
that the engine has sufficiently slowed before en-
gaging a lower gear. Improper use of the brakes or
shifting can cause the tires to lose traction, reduc-
ing control and increasing the possibility of an ac-
cident.
TURNING YOUR ATV
WARNING
EWB01772Always follow proper procedures for turning as
described in this Owner’s Manual. Practice
turning at low speeds before attempting to turn
at faster speeds. Do not turn at speeds too fast
for your skills or the conditions. ATV could go
out of control, causing a collision or overturn.
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8It is important when climbing a hill to make sure
that your weight is transferred forward on the ATV.
This can be accomplished by leaning forward and,
on steeper inclines, standing on the footrests and
leaning forward over the handlebars. Whenever
possible, ride straight up hills.
Slow down when you reach the crest of the hill if
you cannot see clearly what is on the other side –
there could be another person, an obstacle, or a
sharp drop-off. Use common sense and remem-
ber that some hills are too steep for you to climb
or descend.
If you are climbing a hill and you find that you have
not properly judged your ability to make it to the
top, you should turn the ATV around while you still
have forward motion (provided you have the room
to do so) and go down the hill.
If your ATV has stalled or stopped and you believe
you can continue up the hill, restart carefully to
make sure you do not lift the front wheels which
could cause you to lose control. If you are unable
to continue up the hill, dismount the ATV on the
uphill side. Physically turn the ATV around and
then descend the hill. If you start to roll backwards, DO NOT apply the
rear brake, and apply the front brake gradually.
The ATV could easily tip over backwards. When
fully stopped, apply the rear brake as well, and
then lock the parking brake. Dismount the ATV im-
mediately on the uphill side or to a side if pointed
straight uphill. Turn the ATV around and remount,
following the procedure described in the Owner’s
Manual.
WARNING! Stalling, rolling backwards
or improperly dismounting while climbing a hill
could result in ATV overturning. If you cannot
control the ATV, dismount immediately on the
uphill side.
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WHAT TO DO...

If your ATV doesn’t turn when you want it to:
Bring the ATV to a stop and practice the turning
maneuvers again. Be sure you are putting your
weight on the footrest to the outside of the turn.
Position your weight over the front wheels for
better control. (See page 8-11.)
 If your ATV begins to tip while turning:
Lean more into the turn to regain balance. If
necessary, gradually let off the throttle and/or
steer to the outside of the turn. (See page 8-11.)
 If your ATV starts to slide sideways:
Steer in the direction of the slide if you have the
room. Applying the brakes or accelerating is not
recommended until you have corrected the
slide. (See page 8-20.)
 If your ATV can’t make it up a hill you are trying
to climb:
Turn the ATV around if you still have forward
speed. If not, stop, dismount on the uphill side
of the ATV and physically turn the ATV around.
If the ATV starts to slip backwards, DO NOT
USE THE REAR BRAKE – the ATV may tip over
on top of you. Dismount the ATV on the uphill
side. (See page 8-13.) 
If your ATV is traversing a sloping surface:
Be sure to ride with your weight positioned to-
wards the uphill side of the ATV to maintain
proper balance. If the ATV starts to tip, steer
down the hill (if there are no obstacles in your
way) to regain balance. If you discover that the
ATV is going to tip over, dismount on the uphill
side. (See page 8-17.)
 If your ATV encounters shallow water:
Ride slowly and carefully through slow moving
water, watching for obstacles. Be sure to let wa-
ter drain from the ATV and CHECK YOUR
BRAKES FOR PROPER OPERATION when you
come out of the water. Do not continue to ride
your ATV until you have regained adequate
braking ability. (See page 8-18.)
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 7-6
Air filter element, cleaning ........................................... 9-22BBattery ......................................................................... 9-47
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...... 9-43
Brake fluid, changing ................................................... 9-34
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 9-31
Brake lever ..................................................................... 5-6
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 9-35
Brake light switches ..................................................... 9-37
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ..................... 9-30
Brake pedal .................................................................... 5-7
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 9-43
Brake pedal height, checking ...................................... 9-35
Brakes .......................................................................... 9-30
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 6-4
Brake/tail light .............................................................. 9-54CCables, checking and lubricating ................................ 9-42
Chassis fasteners .......................................................... 6-7
Cleaning ....................................................................... 10-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 5-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .................................. 9-38
Coolant .................................................................6-4, 9-18
Coolant temperature warning light ................................ 5-2DDrive chain ..................................................................... 6-5
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................ 9-41 Drive chain slack .......................................................... 9-39
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 7-5
Engine idling speed ..................................................... 9-28
Engine oil ....................................................................... 6-4
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 9-13
Engine, start ................................................................... 7-1
Engine stop switch ........................................................ 5-4
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 5-3FFuel ....................................................................... 5-10, 6-4
Fuel level warning light .................................................. 5-2
Fuel tank cap ................................................................. 5-9
Fuses, replacing .......................................................... 9-50HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 5-3
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 9-53
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 9-52IIdentification numbers ................................................... 1-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 5-1
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 6-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 2-1
Light switch ................................................................... 5-4MMain switch .................................................................... 5-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 9-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 9-3
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