READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.
OWNER’S MANUAL
YFM30GD
WARNING
This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this ve-
hicle if it is sold.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YFM30GD. This ATV represents the result of many years
of Yamaha experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. With the
purchase of this Yamaha, you can now appreciate the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have
made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the features and operation of this ATV.
This manual includes important safety information. It provides information about special techniques and skills necessary to ride the ATV. It also includes basic maintenance and inspection proce-
dures. If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your ATV, please consult a
Yamaha dealer.
AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:
Read this manual together with tips for the ATV rider carefully and completely before operating your ATV.
Make sure you understand all instructions.
Pay close attention to the warning and caution labels on the ATV.
Never operate an ATV without proper training or instruction. Free training is available to anyone who
buys a new ATV. CALL 1-800-887-2887 for more information.
This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
NOTICE
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* Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid
damage to the vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This ATV is designed and manufactured for off-road use only. It is illegal and unsafe to operate this ATV
on any public street, road or highway.
This ATV complies with all applicable off-road noise level and spark arrester laws and regulations in
effect at the time of manufacture.
Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV.
YFM30GD
OWNER’S MANUAL
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1st edition, May 2012
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serious injury or death.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ............................ 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION .............................. 2-1
DESCRIPTION .............................................. 3-1
Left view ...................................................... 3-1
Right view.................................................... 3-1
Controls and instruments ............................ 3-2
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .................................................. 4-1
Main switch ................................................ 4-1
Indicator lights and warning light ................ 4-2
Handlebar switches .................................... 4-3
Throttle lever .............................................. 4-4
Speed limiter .............................................. 4-4
Front brake lever ........................................ 4-5
Brake pedal and rear brake lever ............... 4-5
Parking brake lever ..................................... 4-6
Drive select lever ........................................ 4-7
Fuel tank cap .............................................. 4-8
Fuel .............................................................4-8
Fuel cock ..................................................4-10
Starter (choke) ..........................................4-11
Seat ..........................................................4-12
Front carrier ..............................................4-13
Rear carrier ...............................................4-13
Adjusting the rear shock absorber
assembly .................................................4-13
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ..........................5-1
Fuel .............................................................5-3
Engine oil ....................................................5-3
Transfer gear oil ..........................................5-3
Final gear oil ...............................................5-3
Coolant .......................................................5-3
Front and rear brakes .................................5-3
Throttle lever ...............................................5-4
Tires ............................................................5-4
Chassis fasteners .......................................5-6
Instruments, lights and switches .................5-6
OPERATION .................................................. 6-1
Starting a cold engine ................................ 6-1
Starting a warm engine .............................. 6-3
Operating the drive select lever and
driving in reverse ...................................... 6-3
Engine break-in .......................................... 6-4
Parking ....................................................... 6-5
Parking on a slope ..................................... 6-6
Accessories and loading ............................ 6-6
RIDING YOUR ATV ...................................... 7-1
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV............... 7-2
RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD
JUDGMENT .............................................. 7-2
BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE ............. 7-9
TURNING YOUR ATV .............................. 7-12
CLIMBING UPHILL ................................... 7-13
RIDING DOWNHILL.................................. 7-16
CROSSING A SLOPE............................... 7-17
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW
WATER ................................................... 7-18
RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN ........... 7-20
SLIDING AND SKIDDING ......................... 7-20
WHAT TO DO IF... .................................... 7-22
WHAT TO DO... ........................................ 7-22
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................................8-1
Owner’s manual and tool kit .......................8-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ...........................8-3
General maintenance and lubrication
chart ..........................................................8-5
Checking the spark plug .............................8-9
Engine oil ..................................................8-12
Transfer gear oil .........................................8-15
Final gear oil .............................................8-17
Coolant .....................................................8-18
Cleaning the air filter element ...................8-23
Cleaning the spark arrester ......................8-26
V-belt cooling duct check hose .................8-27
Adjusting the carburetor ............................8-28
Adjusting the engine idling speed .............8-28
Adjusting the throttle lever free play ..........8-29
Valve clearance ........................................8-30
Adjusting the drive select lever safety
system cable ...........................................8-30
Brakes .......................................................8-30
Checking the front brake pads and rear
brake pads ...............................................8-31
Checking the brake fluid level ...................8-32
Changing the brake fluid .......................... 8-33
Checking the front brake lever free
play ......................................................... 8-34
Adjusting the rear brake lever free play
and checking the brake pedal position .... 8-34
Adjusting the parking brake free play ........8-35
Rear axle boot .........................................8-37
Brake light switches ................................. 8-37
Checking and lubricating the cables ........ 8-38
Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake levers .................................... 8-38
Checking and lubricating the brake
pedal ...................................................... 8-39
Checking the wheel hub bearings ............ 8-40
Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 8-40
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ................8-40
Battery ...................................................... 8-41
Replacing a fuse ...................................... 8-43
Replacing a headlight bulb ....................... 8-45
Adjusting a headlight beam ...................... 8-47
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ............ 8-47
Removing a wheel .................................... 8-49
Installing a wheel ...................................... 8-49
Troubleshooting ....................................... 8-50
Troubleshooting charts .............................8-51
CLEANING AND STORAGE ..........................9-1
Cleaning ......................................................9-1
Storage .......................................................9-2
SPECIFICATIONS .......................................10-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ...................... 11-1
Identification numbers ............................. 11-1
Noise regulation ...................................... 11-3
Maintenance record ................................ 11-4
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION,
U.S.A. ATV LIMITED WARRANTY ....... 11-5
YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
(Y.E.S.) .................................................. 11-7
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS
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Read and understand all of the labels on your ATV. These labels contain important information for safe and
proper operation.
Never remove any labels from your ATV. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, request a replacement label from your Yamaha dealer.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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AN ATV IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE.
An ATV handles differently from other vehicles, including motorcycles and cars. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine
maneuvers such as turning and riding on hills or
over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precautions.
SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do
not follow these instructions:
Read this manual and all labels carefully and follow the operating procedures described.
Never operate an ATV without proper training or
instruction.
should receive training from a certified instructor. Contact an authorized ATV dealer or call 1800-887-2887 to find out about the training
courses nearest you.
Always follow the age recommendation:
– A child under 16 years old should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90 cc.
Take a Training Course. Beginners
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.
Always avoid operating an ATV on any paved
surfaces, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and paved streets.
Never operate an ATV on any paved street,
paved road or motorway.
Never operate an ATV without wearing an approved 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
operating this ATV.
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.
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Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to
make sure it is in safe operating condition. Always 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 operating 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 practiced 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 terrain 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 backward.
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 technique described in this manual on level ground.
Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible.
Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll
backwards when climbing a hill. To avoid stalling, use the proper gear range and maintain a
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steady speed when climbing a hill. If you stall or
roll backwards, follow the special procedure for
braking described in this manual. Dismount on
the uphill side or to a side if pointed straight up-
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hill. Turn the ATV around and remount, following
the procedure described in this manual.
Always check for obstacles before operating in a
new area.
Never attempt to operate over large obstacles,
such as large rocks or fallen trees. Always follow
proper procedures when operating over obstacles as described in this manual.
Always be careful when skidding or sliding.
Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by
practicing at low speeds and on level, smooth
terrain. On extremely slippery surfaces, such as
ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.
Never operate an ATV in fast flowing water or in
water deeper than that recommended in this
manual. Remember that wet brakes may have
reduced stopping ability. Test your brakes after
leaving water. If necessary, apply them several
times to let friction dry out the linings.
Always be sure there are no obstacles or people
behind you when you operate in reverse. When
it is safe to proceed in reverse, go slowly.
Always use the size and type of tires specified in
this manual.
Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in this manual.
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ever exceed the stated load capacity for an
ATV. Cargo should be properly distributed and
securely attached. Reduce speed and follow instructions in this manual for carrying cargo or
pulling a trailer. Allow greater distance for braking.
Do not operate your ATV during darkness unless
it is equipped with a properly functioning headlight.
Off-road riding is inherently dangerous and additionally, off-road trails do not have streetlights to
guide you.
Never maintain an ATV without proper knowledge.
Contact an authorized ATV dealer to inform you
on basic ATV maintenance. Certain maintenance
can only be carried out by certified staff.
In the event of an accident:
1. If serious injuries are incurred, you may be
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safer staying next to your vehicle; it may shield
you from oncoming riders. Depending on your
injuries and position in the trail; you must make
a judgement call as to whether should move to
a position off the trail. If you have sustained
head, neck, or back injuries, or cannot feel your
limbs, you should not move. Keep your helmet
on and remain motionless. Lie down next to
your vehicle and wait for help.
2.
If less serious injuries are incurred and you can
walk, then move to a position off the trail. Check
yourself for injuries and apply first aid as needed. When possible, signal other riders for help.
3.
If your injuries are light, when safe to do so,
move your vehicle off the trail to avoid collisions
with oncoming riders. Check for injuries and
apply first aid as necessary. If you can physicall
y operate your vehicle, inspect your vehicle. If the vehicle is in safe operating condition and you can safely operate it, restart it
and ride gently back to camp or other known
location where you can receive medical attention. If necessary, contact your riding party or
local authorities to let them know where you
are and what has happened.
In the event of a breakdown:
1. If your vehicle will not restart or is not in safe
operating condition, turn off the main switch
and engine stop switch. If the breakdown occurs
at twilight or night, leave the main switch on so
that your lights may warn other riders of your
stopped vehicle.
2. Get out of danger. Check for oncoming vehicles
and when safe, push your vehicle to the side
of the trail or even off the main trail to avoid
any possible collisions with oncoming riders.
If you cannot move your vehicle by yourself,
when safe, walk to the nearest vantage point
and signal an oncoming rider to help you push
your vehicle to a safe place off the trail.
3. Inspect your vehicle for any immediate hazar dous conditions. The most obvious hazardous
conditions are leaking fuel and ungrounded 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 confirmed
not to exist, you may remove your helmet to
more closely inspect your vehicle. Check for
exterior signs of wear or broken parts; fluid
leaks, cracks in the frame, suspension damage,
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wheel damage, etc. Fuel, oil, and coolant
usually give off a noticeable odor.
5. If your vehicle will not restart or if it is unsafe to
ride, then turn off all vehicle systems (engine
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stop switch, main switch, and fuel cock), and
then signal or go for help.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and Modifications
While you may find aftermarket products similar in
design and quality to genuine Yamaha accessories,
recognize that some aftermarket accessories or
modifications are not suitable because of potential
safety hazards to you or others. Installing aftermarket
products or having other modifications 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 related to changes
in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind, as well as
those provided under “Loading” when mounting
accessories.
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 instability
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 improper position limits the freedom of movement
of the operator and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are not recommended.
Use caution when adding electrical accessories.
If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of
the ATV's electrical system, an electric failure
could result, which could cause a dangerous
loss of lights or engine power.
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WARNING
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can
cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless,
tasteless gas which may be present even if you
do not see or smell any engine exhaust. Deadly
levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly
and you can quickly be overcome and unable
to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon
monoxide can linger for hours or days in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. If you experience any symptoms of carbon monoxide
poisoning, leave the area immediately, get
fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.
Do not run engine indoors. Even if you try to
ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open
windows and doors, carbon monoxide can
rapidly reach dangerous levels.
Do not run engine in poorly ventilated or partially enclosed areas such as barns, garages,
or carports.
Do not run engine outdoors where engine
exhaust can be drawn into a building through
openings such as windows and doors.
WARNING
When transporting the ATV in another vehicle,
be sure it is kept upright and that the fuel cock
is in the “OFF” position. Otherwise, fuel may
leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ATV SAFETY, call the Consumer Products Safety Commis-
sion at 1-800-638-2772, or the ATV Distributor’s
Safety Hotline at 1-800-852-5344.
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DESCRIPTION
Left view Right view
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1. Fuel cock
2. Air filter case
3. Rear storage compartment and tool kit
4. Spark arrester
5. Tail/brake light
6. V-belt cooling duct check hose
7. Spark plug
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1. Battery and fuses
2. Throttle stop screw
3. Radiator cap
4. Coolant reservoir
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Brake pedal
7. Rear brake light switch
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Controls and instruments
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1. Rear brake lever
2. Handlebar switches
3. Indicator lights and warning light
4. Front brake lever
5. Throttle lever
6. Drive select lever
7. Parking brake lever
8. Fuel tank cap
9. Main switch
10.Starter (choke)
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The ATV you have purchased may differ slightly
from the figures shown in this manual.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could result in
serious injury or death.
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Main switch
The positions of the main switch are as follows:
“ ” (on)
All electrical systems are supplied with power. The
headlights and taillight come on when the light
switch is on, and the engine can be started. The
key cannot be removed.
“ ” (off)
All electrical systems are off. The key can be removed.
1. Main switch
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Indicator lights and warning light
1 2 3
Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the engine overheats. When this occurs during operation, stop the
engine as soon as it is safe to do so and allow it to
cool down for about 10 minutes.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by turning the key to “ ” (on). The warning light should come on for a few seconds, and
then go off.
If the warning light does not come on initially when
the key is turned to “ ” (on), or if the warning light
remains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit.
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1. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “N”
3. Reverse indicator light “R”
Reverse indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the transmission is in the reverse position.
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the transmission is in the neutral position.
NOTICE
The engine may overheat if the ATV is overloaded. In this case, reduce the load to specification.
The engine may also overheat if mud or dirt
has accumulated on the radiator (i.e., after
riding in wet terrain).
Start the engine after making sure that the
warning light is out. Continuous use while
the warning light is on may cause damage to
the engine.
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Handlebar switches
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1. Engine stop switch “ / ”
2. Start switch “ ”
3. Light switch “ / /OFF
Engine stop switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” before starting the engine.
The engine stop switch controls the ignition and
stops the engine when it is running. Use this switch
to stop the engine in an emergency situation. The
engine will not start or run when this switch is set
to “ ”.
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Start switch “ ”
Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter. See the starting instructions on page 6-1 prior
to starting the engine.
Light switch “ / /OFF”
Set this switch to “ ” to turn on the low beams
and the taillight. Set the switch to
“ ” to turn on
the high beams and the taillight. Set the switch to
“OFF” to turn off all the lights.
NOTICE
Do not use the headlights with the engine
turned off for an extended period of time, otherwise the battery may discharge to the point
that the starter motor will not operate properly.
If this should happen, remove the battery and
recharge it. See page 8-41 for battery charging
information.
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Throttle lever
Once the engine is running, pushing the throttle
lever will increase the engine speed.
Regulate the speed of the ATV by varying the throttle
position. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the
ATV will decelerate, and the engine will return to an
idle any time the throttle lever is released.
1. Throttle lever
Before starting the engine, check the throttle to be
sure it is operating smoothly. Make sure it returns
to the idle position as soon as the lever is released.
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Speed limiter
Your ATV is equipped with an adjustable speed
limiter. The speed limiter keeps the throttle from
fully opening, even when the throttle lever is
pushed to the maximum.
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. To increase the maximum engine power available and the maximum speed of the ATV, turn
the adjusting screw in direction (a). To decrease the maximum engine power available
and the maximum speed of the ATV, turn the
adjusting screw in direction (b). Do not turn
the adjusting screw out more than 12 mm
(0.47 in) or the throttle cable could be damaged. Always make sure the throttle lever free
play is adjusted to 5.0–10.0 mm (0.20–0.39 in).
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(See page 8-29.) WARNING! Improper adjustment of the speed limiter and throttle
could cause throttle cable damage or improper throttle operation. You could lose
control, resulting in an accident.
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1. Locknut
2. Adjusting screw
3. No more than 12 mm (0.47 in)
3. Tighten the locknut.
Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on the right handlebar. To apply the front brake, pull the brake lever
toward the handlebar grip.
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1. Front brake lever
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Brake pedal and rear brake lever
The brake pedal is located on the right side of the
ATV and the rear brake lever is located on the left
handlebar. To apply the rear brake, push down on
the brake pedal or pull the brake lever toward the
handlebar grip.
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1. Brake pedal
Parking brake lever
Use the parking brake before starting the engine or
parking the ATV, especially on a slope. To apply
the parking brake, move the parking brake lever in
direction (a). To release the parking brake, move
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the parking brake lever in direction (b).
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1. Rear brake lever
OVERRIDE
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(a)
1. Parking brake lever (locked position)
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(b)
1. Parking brake lever (unlocked position)
WARNING
Always set the parking brake before starting
the engine. The ATV could start moving
unexpectedly if the parking brake is not applied.
This could cause loss of control or a collision.
Always be sure you have released the parking
brake before you begin to ride. The brake could
overheat if you ride the ATV without releasing
the parking brake. You could lose braking
performance which could cause an accident.
You could also wear out the brakes prematurely.
Drive select lever
The drive select lever is used to shift your ATV into
the low-range, high-range, neutral, and reverse
positions. See the“ Operating the drive select lever
and driving in reverse ”section on page 6-3 for the
drive select lever operation.
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1. Drive select lever
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Fuel tank cap
Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counterclockwise.
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1. Before refueling, turn off the engine and be
sure that no one is sitting on the vehicle. Never refuel while smoking, or while in the vicinity
of sparks, open flames, or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of water heaters
and clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. When refueling,
be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel
tank filler hole. Stop filling when the fuel reaches the bottom of the filler tube. Because fuel
expands when it heats up, heat from the engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of
the fuel tank.
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1. Fuel tank cap
Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank.
WARNING
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely
flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and
to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, follow these instructions.
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1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
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Recommended fuel:
UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
10.7 L (2.83 US gal, 2.35 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal)
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3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
NOTICE: Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may
deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
4. Turn the fuel tank cap fully clockwise to make
sure it is securely closed.
WARNING
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or
death. Handle gasoline with care. Never siphon
gasoline by mouth. If you should swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline vapor,
or get some gasoline in your eyes, see your
doctor immediately. If gasoline spills on your
skin, wash with soap and water. If gasoline
spills on your clothing, change your clothes.
NOTICE
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded
gasoline will cause severe damage to internal
engine parts, such as the valves and piston
rings, as well as to the exhaust system.
Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use
regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
number [(R+M)/2] of 86 or higher, or a research
octane number of 91 or higher. If knocking (or
pinging) occurs, use a gasoline of a different
brand. Use of unleaded fuel will extend spark
plug life and reduce maintenance costs.
Gasohol
There are two types of gasohol: gasohol containing ethanol and that containing methanol. Gasohol
containing ethanol can be used if the ethanol content does not exceed 10% (E10). Gasohol containing
methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it can cause damage to the fuel system or
ATV performance problems.
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