2021 YAMAHA YFM700R steering

Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............................................ 9-41
Checking the shift pedal ........................... 9-41
Checking and lubricating the brake pedal ....................................................... 9-41
Checking the wheel hub bearings............. 9-42
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ............... 9-42
Lubricating the rear suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points ....... 9-43
Lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots ...................................................... 9-44
Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 9-45
Battery....................................................... 9-45
Replacing a fuse ....................................... 9-49
Replacing a headlight bulb ....................... 9-50
Adjusting a headlight beam ...................... 9-52
Brake/tail light ........................................... 9-52
Removing a wheel ..................................... 9-52
Installing a wheel....................................... 9-53
Troubleshooting ........................................ 9-54
Troubleshooting charts ............................. 9-55
CLEANING AND STORAGE ......................... 10-1 Cleaning .................................................... 10-1
Storage...................................................... 10-2 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................ 11-1
INDEX .......................................................... 12-1
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3ungrounded or broken wiring. Visually check
for broken wiring and leaking fuel. Leaking
fuel can be confirmed by the odor of gasoline.
4. Once immediate safety hazards are con- firmed not to exist, you may remove your hel-
met to more closely inspect your vehicle.
Check for external signs of wear, broken
parts, fluid leaks, cracks in the frame, sus-
pension damage, wheel damage, and so on.
Fuel, oil, and coolant usually give off a notice-
able odor.
5. If your vehicle will not restart or if it is unsafe to ride, then turn off all vehicle systems (en-
gine stop switch, main switch, and fuel cock),
and then signal or go for help.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and Modifica-
tions
While you may find aftermarket products similar in
design and quality to genuine Yamaha accesso-
ries, recognize that some aftermarket accessories
or modifications are not suitable because of po-
tential safety hazards to you or others. Installing
aftermarket products or having other modifica-
tions performed to your vehicle that change any of
the vehicle’s design or operation characteristics
can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death. You are responsible for injuries re-
lated to changes in the vehicle. Keep the following
guidelines in mind, as well as those found in the
Loading section (page 7-7) when mounting acces-
sories.

Never install accessories that would impair the
performance of your ATV. Carefully inspect the
accessory before using it to make sure that it
does not in any way reduce ground clearance,
limit suspension travel, steering travel or control
operation.
 Accessories fitted to the ATV can create insta-
bility due to improper weight distribution.
 Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect
the stability of the ATV.
 Certain accessories can displace the operator
from his or her normal riding position. This im-
proper position limits the freedom of movement
of the operator and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are not recom-
mended.
 Use caution when adding electrical accesso-
ries. If electrical accessories exceed the capac-
ity of the ATV’s electrical system, an electric
failure could result, which could cause a dan-
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7sold by Yamaha or modifications not specifically
recommended by Yamaha, even if sold and in-
stalled by a Yamaha dealer.
Aftermarket parts, accessories, and modifica-
tions
While you may find aftermarket products similar in
design and quality to genuine Yamaha Accesso-
ries, recognize that some aftermarket accessories
or modifications are not suitable because of po-
tential safety hazards to you or others. Installing
aftermarket products or having other modifica-
tions performed to your ATV that change any of
the vehicle’s design or operation characteristics
can put you and others at greater risk of serious
injury or death. You are responsible for injuries re-
lated to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following in mind when considering an
accessory or operating an ATV which has acces-
sories.

Accessories should be rigidly and securely
mounted. An accessory which can shift position
or come off while you are riding could affect
your ability to control the ATV.
 Do not mount an accessory where it could inter-
fere with your ability to control the ATV. Exam-
ples include (but are not limited to) a heavy or bulky object attached to the handlebars which
could make steering difficult, an accessory that
limits your ability to move around on the seat, or
one that limits your view.
 Use extra caution when riding an ATV with ac-
cessories. The ATV may handle differently than
it does without accessories.
EBU20942Loading
WARNING
EWB00821Never exceed the stated load capacity for this
ATV. Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow-
ing cargo improperly could cause changes in
ATV handling which could lead to an accident.
Cargo should be properly distributed and se-
curely attached. Reduce speed when carrying
cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow greater dis-
tance for braking. As originally equipped, this ATV is not designed to
carry cargo or tow a trailer. If you choose to add
accessories so that you can carry cargo or tow a
trailer, you must use common sense and good
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As you travel across a slope, lean your body in the
uphill direction. It may be necessary to correct the
steering when riding on loose surfaces by pointing
the front wheels slightly uphill. When riding on
slopes, be sure not to make sharp turns either up
or down hill.
If your ATV does begin to tip over, gradually steer
in the downhill direction if there are no obstacles
in your path. As you regain proper balance, grad-
ually steer again in the direction you wish to travel.
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER
WARNING
EWB01642Operating this vehicle through deep or fast-
flowing water can lead to loss of control or an
overturn. To reduce your risk of drowning or
other injuries, use care when crossing through
water. Never operate this ATV water deeper
than the depth specified in your Owner’s Man-
ual, as tires may float, increasing the risk of an
overturn. The ATV can be used to cross slow moving, shal-
low water of up to a maximum of 35 cm (14 in) in
depth. Before entering the water, choose your
path carefully. Enter where there is no sharp drop
off, and avoid rocks or other obstacles which may
be slippery or upset the ATV. Drive slowly and
carefully.
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8To reduce the tendency for the front wheels to
slide in loose or slippery conditions, positioning
your weight over the front wheels will sometimes
help.
If the rear wheels of your ATV start to slide side-
ways, control can usually be regained (if there is
room to do so) by steering in the direction of the
slide. Applying the brakes or accelerating is not
recommended until you have corrected the slide.
With practice, over a period of time, skill at con-
trolled sliding can be developed. The terrain
should be chosen carefully before attempting
such maneuvers, since both stability and control
are reduced. Bear in mind that sliding maneuvers
should always be avoided on extremely slippery
surfaces such as ice, since all control may be lost.
WHAT TO DO IF...
This section is designed to be a reference guide
only. Be sure to read each section on riding tech-
niques completely.
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14*Drive chain roller • Check for wear and replace if necessary. √√√
15 *Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are
properly tightened. √√√√√
16 *Shock absorber as-
semblies • Check operation and correct if necessary.
• Check for oil leakage and replace if necessary.
√√√
17 *Rear suspension re-
lay arm and con-
necting arm
pivoting points • Check operation and correct if necessary.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√√√
18 *Steering shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √√√
19 *Steering system • Check operation and repair or replace if dam-
aged.
• Check toe-in and adjust if necessary. √√√√√
20 *Engine mounts • Check for cracks or other damage, and replace if
necessary. √√√
21 Engine oil • Change.
• Check ATV for oil leakage, and correct if neces-
sary. √ √√√
22 Engine oil filter ele-
ment • Replace.
√√√
NO. ITEM
CHECK OR MAINTENANCE
JOB INITIAL EVERY
Whichev-
er comes first month 1
36612
km (mi) 240
(150) 1
300
(800) 2500
(1600) 2500
(1600) 5000
( 3 200)
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9Right side
TIPFor parts equipped with a grease nipple, use a
grease gun. EBU25096Lubricating the steering shaftThe steering shaft must be lubricated by a
Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the pe- riodic maintenance chart.
TIPFor parts equipped with a grease nipple, use a
grease gun. EBU30037BatteryThis model is equipped with a 12-volt VRLA
(valve-regulated lead-acid) battery. There is no
need to check the electrolyte or to add distilled
water. However, the battery lead connections
need to be checked and tightened, and the bat-
tery terminals cleaned if corroded. If the battery
seems to have discharged, recharge it as soon as
possible.TIP Wear gloves and eye protection in a ventilated
area away from sparks and open flames. Wash
hands after handling.
 It is recommended to have the battery serviced
by a Yamaha dealer.
1. Upper grease nipple
2. Lower grease nippleRecommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
1
2
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Maintenance chart, general maintenance and lubrication .................................................................... 9-5
Model label .................................................................... 1-1NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 5-1OOwner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 9-2PPanel, removing and installing .... ................................. 9-10
Parking ........................................................................... 7-5
Parking brake free play, adjusting ............................... 9-34
Parking brake lever ........................................................ 5-7
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 7-6
Part locations ................................................................. 4-1RReverse indicator light ................................................... 5-2
Reverse knob ................................................................. 5-8
Reverse knob and driving in reverse ............................. 7-4
Reverse lock release cable, adjusting ......................... 9-29
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 8-1SSafety information .......................................................... 3-1
Seat .............................................................................. 5-11
Self-diagnostic device ................................................... 5-3
Shifting ........................................................................... 7-2
Shift pedal ...................................................................... 5-8
Shift pedal, checking ................................................... 9-41
Shock absorber assembly, rear ................................... 5-16
Shock absorbers, front ................................................ 5-12
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 9-25
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 9-10 Specifications .............................................................. 11-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 5-5
Start switch .................................................................... 5-4
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 9-45
Storage ........................................................................ 10-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm
pivots ......................................................................... 9-44
Suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting
points, lubricating the rear ......................................... 9-43
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ....................................... 9-42
TThrottle lever ........................................................... 5-4, 6-5
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 9-28
Tires ............................................................................... 6-5
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 9-54
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 9-55VValve clearance ............................................................ 9-29
Vehicle identification number ........................................ 1-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 9-42
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 9-53
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 9-52YYamalube ..................................................................... 9-17
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