Yamaha KODIAK 700 – 2017 User manual

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!

It contains important safety information.

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Il comprend d’importantes informations de sécurité.

¡LEA ESTE MANUAL ATENTAMENTE!

Contiene indicaciones importantes acerca de la seguridad.

OWNER’S MANUAL

MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE

MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO

YFM70KDXH

YFM70KPXH/YFM70KPHH

YFM70KPSH/YFM70KPAH

B16-F8199-61

Original instructions

Notice originale

Manual original

PRINTED IN USA

2016.06-0.3×1 CR
(E,F,S)

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!

It contains important safety information.

OWNER’S MANUAL

YFM70KDXH

YFM70KPXH/YFM70KPHH

YFM70KPSH/YFM70KPAH

WARNING

This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.

B16-F8199-61-E0

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EN15997, ANSI/SVIA 1-2010

General Manager
Engineering Division
Recreational Vehicle Business Unit
Vehicle & Solution Business Operations
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

18 March, 2016

We, YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan,

declare in sole responsibility, that the product

(Make, model)

(If applicable)

and to the other relevant Directives of EEC

2014/30/EU

(Title and/or number and date of issue of the other Directives of EEC)

(If applicable)

YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.

Koolhovenlaan 101, 1119 NC Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands

Signature

Akihiro Tsuzuki

Date of Issue

to which this declaration applies, conforms to the essential health and
safety requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC

To effect correct application of the essential health and safety requirements
stated in the Directives of EEC, the following-standards and/or technical
specifications were consulted:

(Title and/or number and date of issue of standards and/or specifications)

Authorized Representative

EC Declaration of Conformity

conforming to Directive 2006/42/EC

Manufacturer

YAMAHA MOTOR MANUFACTURING CORPORATION OF AMERICA

1000 GA Highway 34 East, Newnan, Georgia 30265-1320, U.S.A.

YFM700FWB (YFM70KDX) (5Y4AM94W0G0501641–)

Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this ve-

hicle if it is sold.

EN15997, ANSI/SVIA 1-2010

General Manager
Engineering Division
Recreational Vehicle Business Unit
Vehicle & Solution Business Operations
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

18 March, 2016

We, YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan,

declare in sole responsibility, that the product

(Make, model)

(If applicable)

and to the other relevant Directives of EEC

2014/30/EU

(Title and/or number and date of issue of the other Directives of EEC)

(If applicable)

YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.

Koolhovenlaan 101, 1119 NC Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands

Signature

Akihiro Tsuzuki

Date of Issue

to which this declaration applies, conforms to the essential health and
safety requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC

To effect correct application of the essential health and safety requirements
stated in the Directives of EEC, the following-standards and/or technical
specifications were consulted:

(Title and/or number and date of issue of standards and/or specifications)

Authorized Representative

EC Declaration of Conformity

conforming to Directive 2006/42/EC

Manufacturer

YAMAHA MOTOR MANUFACTURING CORPORATION OF AMERICA

1000 GA Highway 34 East, Newnan, Georgia 30265-1320, U.S.A.

YFM700FWBD (YFM70KPX) (5Y4AMA2W0G0501321–)
(YFM70KPH) (5Y4AMB5W0G0500260–)
(YFM70KPS) (5Y4AMB1W0G0501040–)

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INTRODUCTION

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YFM70KDXH / YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH /
YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH. 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 completely before operating your ATV. Make sure you understand all instructions.
 Pay close attention to the warning and notice labels on the ATV.
 This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.

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WARNING

NOTICE

TIP

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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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.

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.

* Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

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This ATV is designed and manufactured for use on unpaved surfaces only. It is unsafe to operate this ATV
on any paved surface, paved street, paved road or motorway.
Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV.

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YFM70KDXH / YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH /

YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH

OWNER’S MANUAL

©2016 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

1st edition, March 2016

All rights reserved.

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in U.S.A.

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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 lights .............. 4-2

Multi-function display (YFM70KPXH /

YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH /

YFM70KPAH) ............................................ 4-6

Handlebar switches .................................... 4-9

Drive lever “2WD”/“4WD” (YFM70KDXH /

YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH /

YFM70KPAH) .......................................... 4-15

Throttle lever ............................................. 4-16

Speed limiter ............................................. 4-17

Front brake lever ....................................... 4-18

Brake pedal and rear brake lever ............. 4-18

Drive select lever ...................................... 4-19

Fuel tank cap ............................................ 4-19

Fuel ........................................................... 4-19

Seat .......................................................... 4-21

Storage compartment............................... 4-22

Front carrier .............................................. 4-23

Rear carrier ............................................... 4-23

Adjusting the front and rear shock

absorber assemblies (YFM70KPXH /
YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH /

YFM70KPAH).......................................... 4-24

Trailer hitch (YFM70KPXH /

YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH /

YFM70KPAH).......................................... 4-25

Auxiliary DC jack....................................... 4-26

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .......................... 5-1

Fuel ............................................................. 5-3

Engine oil .................................................... 5-3

Final gear oil ............................................... 5-3

Differential gear oil...................................... 5-3

Coolant ....................................................... 5-3

Front and rear brakes ................................. 5-3

Throttle lever ............................................... 5-4

Tires ............................................................ 5-4

Chassis fasteners........................................ 5-7

Instruments, lights and switches ................ 5-7

OPERATION ...................................................6-1

Starting the engine ...................................... 6-1

Operating the drive select lever and

driving in reverse ....................................... 6-2

Engine break-in ........................................... 6-4

Parking ........................................................ 6-5

Parking on a slope ...................................... 6-5

Accessories and loading.............................6-5

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..........................7-21

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

Removing and installing panels.................. 8-9

Checking the spark plug........................... 8-17

Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............... 8-20

Final gear oil ............................................. 8-24

Differential gear oil .................................... 8-27

Coolant ..................................................... 8-29

Cleaning the air filter element ................... 8-37

Cleaning the spark arrester ...................... 8-39

V-belt case drain plug............................... 8-41

Adjusting the throttle lever free play ......... 8-41

Valve clearance......................................... 8-42

Brakes....................................................... 8-42

Checking the front brake pads and rear

brake friction plates ................................ 8-42

Checking the brake fluid level .................. 8-44

Changing the brake fluid .......................... 8-45

Checking the front brake lever free play... 8-45

Adjusting the rear brake lever and brake

pedal free play ........................................ 8-45

Axle boots ................................................. 8-48

Brake light switches ..................................8-48

Checking and lubricating the cables......... 8-49

Checking and lubricating the front and

rear brake levers ..................................... 8-49

Checking and lubricating the brake

pedal ....................................................... 8-50

Checking the wheel hub bearings............. 8-51

Checking the stabilizer bushes ................. 8-51

Lubricating the rear knuckle pivots........... 8-52

Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 8-52

Battery.......................................................8-53

Replacing a fuse ....................................... 8-57

Replacing a headlight bulb ....................... 8-59

Adjusting a headlight beam ...................... 8-62

Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ............ 8-63

Removing a wheel..................................... 8-64

Installing a wheel.......................................8-64

Troubleshooting ........................................ 8-65

Troubleshooting charts .............................8-66

CLEANING AND STORAGE ........................... 9-1

Cleaning ...................................................... 9-1

Storage........................................................ 9-2

SPECIFICATIONS........................................ 10-1

CONSUMER INFORMATION....................... 11-1

Identification numbers .............................. 11-1

INDEX .......................................................... 12-1

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LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS

1

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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.

1-1

For Europe

1 23 4

7

1

6

5

10

8

9

1-2

1

<

5880 N

<

600 kgf

<

1322 lbf

<

147 N

<

15 kgf

<

33 lbf

37S-F817S-00

B16-F817R-10

<

90 kg

( 198 lbs)

35.0 kPa

0.35 kgf/cm²

5.0 psi

30.0 kPa

0.30 kgf/cm²

4.4 psi

1HP-F816M-M0YAMAHA

B16-F817R-00

<

50 kg

( 110 lbs)

1P0-F816P-20YAM A HA

12

3

4

5

1-3

6 YFM70KDXH

YFM700FWB

2016

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN

36.0 kW
300 kg

B16-F155A-10

7

1

6 YFM70KPXH/YFM70KPHH

YFM700FWBD

2016

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN

36.0 kW
307 kg

2SM-F155A-10

6 YFM70KPSH

YFM700FWBD

2016

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN

36.0 kW
312 kg

B32-F155A-10

1-4

8

YAMAHA

1HP-F811R-00

1

1P0-F816R-00

YAMAHA

B16-F816N-01

<

4 kg

( 9 lb )

910

1-5

Familiarize yourself with the following pictograms and read the explanatory text, then make sure to check

Read the Owner’s manual.

ALWAYS use an approved helmet and
protective gear.

For ATV Type 1 category Y12, use from 12
years old.
Operation of this ATV by children under the
age of 12 increases the risk of severe injury
or death.
Adult supervision required for children under
age 16.

Use from 16 years old.
Operating this ATV if you are under the age
of 16 increases your chance of severe injury
or death.

NEVER use on paved roads.

NEVER carry passengers.

NEVER use with drugs or alcohol.

NEVER store fuel or flammable liquids.

the pictograms that apply to your model.

1

1-6

1

**.* kPa
*.** kgf/cm²

*.* psi

**.* kPa
*.** kgf/cm²

*.* psi

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.

This unit contains high-pressure nitrogen
gas.
Mishandling can cause an explosion. Do not
incinerate, puncture or open.

Use unleaded gasoline only.

Measure the tire pressure when the tires are
cold.

Turning the ATV in 4WD-LOCK
(“DIFF.LOCK”) takes more effort.
Operate at a slow speed and allow extra
time and distance for maneuvers to avoid
loss of control.

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.

1-7

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN

******
*** kW
*** kg

****

1 2 3

4

1

2

3

4

Year of construction

Model Name

Max. Power

Mass In Running Order

1

1-8

For Oceania

3

5

4

9

6
7

8

1 2

1

1-9

1

LOAD LIMIT

50 kg (110 lbs)

2

WARNING

1

NEVER ride as a
passenger.

B16-F4877-A0YAMAHA

Passengers can cause
a loss of control,
resulting in SEVERE
INJURY or DEATH.

YAMAHA

3

LOAD LIMIT

90 kg (198 lbs)

4

MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT

PULLING LOAD: 5880 N (600 kgf)
1322 lbf
TONGUE WEIGHT: 147 N ( 15 kgf)

B16-F4897-30YAMAHA

33 lbf

1-10

37S-F151K-00

1

Recommended

Minimum

: FRONT
REAR
: FRONT
REAR

: 35 kPa, (5.0 psi)
: 30 kPa, (4.4 psi)
: 32 kPa, (4.6 psi)

: 27 kPa, (4.0 psi)
Never set tire pressure below minimum. It could cause
the tire to dislodge from the rim.

Cargo or a trailer can affect stability and handling.
Read owner’s manual before loading or towing.
When riding with cargo or towing a trailer : Reduce speed
and allow more room to stop. Avoid hills and rough terrain.
Maximum Vehicle Load : 240 kg, (530 lbs)
Includes weight of operator, cargo and accessories
(and if applicable, trailer tongue weight).

WARNING

B16-F816M-00

YAMAHA

IMPROPER 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 cold

LOADING/TRAILER TOWING

WARNING

NEVER

operate this ATV if you are

under age 16.

Operating this ATV if you are under
the age of 16 increases your chance
of severe injury or death.

16

UNDER

1P0-F816L-00

Wait for the engine to return to normal idle speed
before shifting.

2UD-F151E-00

56

7

1-11

89

WARNING

Improper ATV use can result in SEVERE
INJURY or DEATH.

Storage should not exceed 4 kg (9 lbs)

WARNING

B16-F151F-01

1

ALWAYS USE

AN APPROVED

HELMET AND
PROTECTIVE

GEAR

NEVER operate :

• without proper training or instruction.

NEVER USE
ON PUBLIC

ROADS

NEVER CARRY

PASSENGERS

NEVER USE

WITH DRUGS

OR ALCOHOL

• at speeds too fast for your skills or the
conditions.

• on public roads-a collision can occur
with another vehicle.

• with a passenger-passengers affect
balance and steering and increase risk
of losing control.

ALWAYS :

• use proper riding techniques to avoid
vehicle overturns on hills and rough
terrain and in turns.

• avoid paved surfaces-pavement may
seriously affect handling and control.

LOCATE AND READ OWNER’S MANUAL.

FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.

YAMAHA

4XE-F1568-10

1-12

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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2

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 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 instruc­tor. 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 oper­ate an ATV with engine size greater than 90 cc.

SAFETY INFORMATION

 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 regula­tions 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

operating this ATV.

2-1

 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. 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 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 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

2

2-2

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

2

backwards when climbing a hill. To avoid stall­ing, use the proper gear range and maintain a
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 up­hill. 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 de-

scribed in this manual.

 Never 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 un-

less 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.

2-3

 Never maintain an ATV without proper knowl-

edge. 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
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 judgment call as to whether you
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.

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
physically 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 haz­ardous conditions. The most obvious hazard­ous conditions are leaking fuel and

2-4

2

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 con-

2

firmed not to exist, you may remove your hel­met to more closely inspect your vehicle.
Check for external signs of wear, broken
parts, fluid leaks, cracks in the frame, sus­pension damage, wheel damage, and so on.
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 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 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 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 accesso-

ries. 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

EWB00073

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 par-

tially 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.

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EBU17681

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78 69

51 62 3 4

7

8

DESCRIPTION

EBU17691

Left view

3

1. Radiator cap

2. Battery

3. Fuses

4. Air filter case

5. Spark arrester

6. Rear brake light switch

7. Engine oil dipstick

8. Oil filter cartridge

9. Coolant reservoir

EBU17701

Right view

1. Rear shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting
ring (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH /
YFM70KPAH)

2. Fuel tank cap

3. Owner’s tool kit

4. Storage compartment

5. Spark plug

6. Front shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting
ring (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH /
YFM70KPAH)

7. Brake pedal

8. V-belt case drain plug

3-1

EBU17714

1234 5 6 7 8 9 1011

Controls and instruments

YFM70KDXH

1. Drive select lever

2. Rear brake lever

3. Handlebar switches

4. Horn switch

5. Drive lever “2WD”/“4WD”

6. Warning and indicator lights

7. Front brake fluid reservoir

8. Front brake lever

9. Throttle lever

10.Auxiliary DC jack

11.Main switch

YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH /
YFM70KPAH

123 678 9 10 11 1245

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1. Drive select lever

2. Rear brake lever

3. Handlebar switches

4. Horn switch

5. Drive lever “2WD”/“4WD” (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH /
YFM70KPAH)

6. Multi-function display

7. Front brake fluid reservoir

8. On-Command four-wheel-drive/differential gear lock
switch (YFM70KPSH)

9. Front brake lever

10.Throttle lever

11.Auxiliary DC jack

12.Main switch

3-2

TIP

The ATV you have purchased may differ slightly
from the figures shown in this manual.

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3-3

EBU17738

1

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

EBU29912

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.

4

1. Main switch

4-1

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1 2 3 4 5 6

7

7,8

1
2
3
4
5
6

9
10
11

Indicator lights and warning lights

YFM70KDXH

4

1. Fuel level warning light “ ”

2. Engine trouble warning light “ ”

3. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”

4. Neutral indicator light “N”

5. Reverse indicator light “R”

6. Park indicator light “P”

7. Four-wheel-drive indicator light “ ”

YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH /
YFM70KPAH

1. On-Command differential gear lock indicator light “DIFF.
LOCK” (YFM70KPSH)

2. Low-range indicator light “L”

3. High-range indicator light “H”

4. Neutral indicator light “N”

5. Reverse indicator light “R”

6. Park indicator light “P”

7. Four-wheel-drive indicator “ ”

8. On-Command differential gear lock indicator “ ”
(YFM70KPSH)

9. Engine trouble warning light “ ”

10.Coolant temperature warning light “ ”

11.Electric Power Steering warning light “EPS”

4-2

EBU17992

NOTICE

Low-range indicator light “ ” (YFM70KPXH /
YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH)

This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the low-range position.

EBU17982

High-range indicator light “ ” (YFM70KPXH /
YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH)

This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the high-range position.

EBU17861

Neutral indicator light “ ”

This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the neutral position.

EBU34560

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.

ECB02400

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EBU17831

Reverse indicator light “ ”

This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the reverse position.

EBU17971

Park indicator light “ ”

This indicator light comes on when the transmis­sion is in the park position.

 The engine may overheat if the ATV is over-

loaded. 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). In this case, have a
Yamaha dealer clean the radiator.

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 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.

EBU29933

Fuel level warning light “ ” (YFM70KDXH)

This warning light comes on when the fuel level

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drops below approximately 4.0 L (1.06 US gal,

0.88 Imp.gal). When this occurs, refuel as soon as
possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by setting the engine stop switch to “ ”
and 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.

EBU27287

Engine trouble warning light “ ”

YFM70KDXH

This warning light comes on or flashes when an
electrical circuit monitoring the engine is not work­ing correctly. When this occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the self-diagnosis system.

YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH /
YFM70KPAH

This warning light comes on or flashes if a problem
is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the
engine. When this occurs, the display will indicate
an error code (see page 4-9). Have a Yamaha
dealer check the self-diagnosis system.
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
vehicle.

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EBU30571

TIP

TIP

TIP

Electric Power Steering warning light “EPS”
(for EPS model)

This warning light comes on when the key is
turned to “ ” (on), and then goes off once the
engine is started. If the warning light remains on or
comes on after the engine is started, the EPS sys­tem may not be working correctly. When this oc­curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the EPS
system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be
checked by turning the key to “ ” (on). If the
warning light does not come on, have a Yamaha
dealer check the electrical circuit.

 If the engine is stopped using the engine stop

switch and the key is in the “ ” (on) position,
the EPS warning light comes on to indicate that
the power assistance for the steering is not
functioning.

 If the steering load is too heavy (i.e., excessive

steering use when the ATV is traveling at a slow
speed), the power assist is reduced to protect
the EPS motor from overheating.

EBU34250

Four-wheel-drive indicator light “ ”
(YFM70KDXH)

This indicator light comes on when the drive lever
is set to the “4WD” position.

Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the differ­ential gear case, the light may not come on until
the ATV starts moving.

Four-wheel-drive indicator “ ” (YFM70KPXH /
YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH)

This indicator comes on when the drive lever or
the On-Command four-wheel-drive switch is set
to the “4WD” position.

Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the differ­ential gear case, the indicator may not come on
until the ATV starts moving.

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4-5

On-Command differential gear lock

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4 5

7

6

1
2
3

indicator “ ” and indicator light “DIFF. LOCK”
(YFM70KPSH)

This indicator and indicator light come on when
the On-Command differential gear lock switch is
set to the “LOCK” position.

When the On-Command differential gear lock

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switch is set to “LOCK” or “4WD”, the
indicator “ ” and the indicator light “DIFF. LOCK”
will flash until the differential gear is completely
locked or unlocked. If the indicator and the indica­tor light continue to flash, the differential is not
completely locked or unlocked. In this case, start
moving to allow time for the differential to lock or
unlock.

EBU30498

Multi-function display (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH)

1. “SELECT” button

2. “RESET” button

3. “CLOCK” button

4. Speedometer

5. Fuel gauge

6. Clock/Hour meter

7. Odometer/Tripmeter A/Tripmeter B

The multi-function display is equipped with the
following:

 speedometer
 odometer

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 two tripmeters
 clock
 hour meter
 fuel gauge
 error code display

Speedometer

The speedometer shows the vehicle’s traveling
speed. The speedometer can be set to “mph” or
“km/h”. This also changes the odometer and trip­meter units between miles and kilometers. To
change the display between “mph” and “km/h”,
turn the key to “ ” (off), then while holding the
“SELECT” button pushed, turn the key to “ ”
(on).

Odometer and tripmeters

The odometer shows the total distance traveled
by the vehicle. The odometer can be used for
maintenance and service intervals.
The tripmeters show the distance traveled since
they were last reset. The tripmeters can be used to
record the distance traveled on a single trip, or to
estimate the distance that can be traveled with a
full tank of gas, etc.

Push the “SELECT” button to switch between the
odometer “ODO” and the tripmeters “TRIP A” and
“TRIP B” in the following order:
ODO → TRIP A → TRIP B → ODO
To reset a tripmeter, set the display to the tripme­ter you want to reset, then push the “RESET” but­ton for three seconds.

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 The odometer will lock at 99999.
 The tripmeters will reset and continue counting

after 9999.9 is reached.

Clock and hour meter

The clock displays time in 12-hour format.
The hour meter shows the total time the engine
has been running.
Push the “CLOCK” button to switch between the
clock “CLOCK” and the hour meter mode
“HOUR” in the following order:
CLOCK → HOUR → CLOCK

To set the clock

1. Set the display to the clock.

2. Push both the “SELECT” button and “RE­SET” button for three seconds. The hour dig­its will start flashing.

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3. Push the “RESET” button to set the hours.

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1

2

3

4. Push the “SELECT” button, and the minute
digits will start flashing.

5. Push the “RESET” button to set the minutes.

6. Push the “SELECT” button and then release
it to start the clock.

Fuel gauge

4

The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the
fuel tank. The display segments of the fuel gauge
disappear from “F” (full) towards “E” (empty) as
the fuel level decreases. When the “E” segment
disappears and the fuel level warning indicator
flashes, refuel as soon as possible.

The fuel gauge is equipped with a self-diagnosis
system. If the fuel gauge electrical circuit is not
working correctly, all display segments and the
fuel level warning indicator will flash repeatedly. If
this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the ve­hicle.

1. Fuel level warning indicator

2. Fuel gauge

3. “E” segment

4-8

Error code display

NOTICE

1 2

3
4

2

1

1. Error code display

2. Engine trouble warning light “ ”

This model is equipped with a self-diagnosis de­vice for various electrical circuits.
If a problem is detected in any of those circuits,
the engine trouble warning light will come on or
flash, and the display will indicate an error code.
If the display indicates an error code, note the
code number and have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle.

ECB00812

If the multi-function display indicates an error
code, the vehicle should be checked as soon
as possible in order to avoid engine damage.

EBU18066

Handlebar switches

YFM70KDXH / YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH /
YFM70KPAH

1. Light switch “ / /OFF”

2. Engine stop switch “ / ”

3. Start switch “ ”

4. Horn switch “ ”

4

4-9

YFM70KPSH

NOTICE

4

1

3

2

5

4

1. Light switch “ / /OFF”

2. Start switch “ ”

3. Engine stop switch “ / ”

4. Override switch “OVERRIDE”

5. Horn switch “ ”

EBU18081

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 “ ”.

EBU18102

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.

EBU34121

Light switch “ / /OFF”

Set this switch to “ ” to turn on the left and right
headlights (low beams) and the taillight. Set the
switch to “ ” to turn on the left and right head­lights (high beams), the handlebar-mounted light
(YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH /
YFM70KPAH), and the taillight. Set the switch to
“OFF” to turn off all the lights.

ECB00044

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 8-53.)

EBU18171

Horn switch “ ”

Press the switch to sound the horn.

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EBU18192

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WARNING

1

Override switch “OVERRIDE” (YFM70KPSH)

4

1. Override switch “OVERRIDE”

Top speed is normally limited when operating in
differential gear lock. If conditions require more
engine power when riding forward, push and hold
this switch to override the differential gear lock
speed limiting function. (See page 4-13.) Releas­ing the switch restores the speed limiting function.
While the override switch is pushed, the segments
of the speedometer digits will appear as shown in
the figure.

If the digits of the speedometer appear as shown
when the switch is NOT being pushed, this could
indicate a malfunction in the electrical system. In
this case, take the ATV to a Yamaha dealer at the
first opportunity.

EWB00151

Always ride at a slow speed when the ATV is in
four-wheel-drive differential gear lock, and al­low extra time and distance for maneuvers.
All wheels turn at the same speed when the dif­ferential is locked, so it takes more effort to
turn the ATV. The effort needed to turn increas-

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es with the riding speed. You may lose control

WARNING

2WD

4WD

1

and have an accident if you cannot make a
sharp enough turn for the speed you are trav­eling.

EBU26608

On-Command four-wheel-drive switch
“2WD”/“4WD” (YFM70KPSH)

4

EWB00164

Always stop the ATV before changing from
two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive and vice
versa. The ATV handles differently in two­wheel drive than in four-wheel drive in some
circumstances. Changing from two-wheel
drive to four-wheel drive or vice versa while
moving may cause the ATV to unexpectedly
handle differently. This could distract the oper­ator and increase the risk of losing control and
of causing an accident.

This ATV is equipped with a switch to change from
two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive and vice ver­sa. Select the appropriate drive according to the
terrain and the conditions.
 “2WD” (two-wheel drive): Power is supplied to

the rear wheels.

 “4WD” (four-wheel drive): Power is supplied to

the rear and front wheels.
To change from two-wheel drive to four-wheel
drive, stop the ATV and push the switch in to the
“4WD” position. Then, the four-wheel-drive
indicator “ ” comes on in the multi-function dis­play.
To change from four-wheel drive to two-wheel
drive, stop the ATV and push the switch in to the
“2WD” position.

1. On-Command four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”

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EBU30463

WARNING

WARNING

On-Command differential gear lock switch
“4WD”/“LOCK” (YFM70KPSH)

EWB00132

Always stop the ATV before changing from
four-wheel drive to four-wheel-drive differen­tial gear lock or vice versa.
The ATV handles differently in four-wheel drive
than in differential gear lock in some circum­stances. Changing from four-wheel drive to
differential gear lock or vice versa while mov­ing may cause the ATV to handle differently un­expectedly. This could distract the operator
and increase the risk of losing control and
causing an accident.

EWB00141

Always ride at a slow speed when the ATV is in
differential gear lock, and allow extra time and
distance for maneuvers.
All wheels turn at the same speed when the dif­ferential gear is locked, so it takes more effort
to turn the ATV. The effort needed to turn in­creases with the riding speed. You may lose

control and have an accident if you cannot
make a sharp enough turn for the speed you
are traveling.

This ATV is equipped with a switch allowing you to
lock the differential gear when in four-wheel drive.
Select the appropriate switch position according
to the terrain and the conditions.
 “4WD” (four-wheel drive): Power is supplied to

the rear and front wheels.

 “LOCK” (four-wheel drive with the differential

gear locked): Power is supplied to the rear and
front wheels and the differential gear is locked.
Unlike in four-wheel drive, all wheels turn at the
same speed.

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2WD

1

2

2

1

(a)

4WD

2WD

4WD

4

1. On-Command four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”

2. On-Command differential gear lock switch
“4WD”/“LOCK”

To lock the differential gear in four-wheel drive,
make sure the On-Command four-wheel-drive
switch is pushed in to the “4WD” position.

1. Differential gear lock lever

2. On-Command four-wheel-drive switch “2WD”/“4WD”

Stop the ATV, move the differential gear lock lever
to position (a), and then push the differential gear
lock switch in to the “LOCK” position. When the
differential gear is locked, the differential gear lock
indicator light “DIFF. LOCK” will come on along
with the indicator “ ” in the multi-function dis­play.

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WARNING

LOCK

1

4WD

1. On-Command differential gear lock switch
“4WD”/“LOCK”

To unlock the differential gear, stop the ATV and
push the switch to the “4WD” position.

 When the switch is set to “LOCK” or “4WD”, the

differential gear lock indicator and indicator light
will flash until the differential gear is completely
locked or unlocked.

 When the indicator and indicator light are flash-

ing, turning the handlebar back and forth will
help the differential gear lock to engage or dis­engage.

 Riding before the differential gear is properly en-

gaged or disengaged (e.g., when the indicator
and indicator light are flashing) will cause the
vehicle speed to be limited until the differential
gear is completely engaged or disengaged.

 When the ATV is in four-wheel-drive differential

gear lock, the maximum traveling speed is limit­ed to 35 km/h (22 mi/h). However, if conditions
require full engine power to be available, push
and hold the override switch to disable the dif­ferential gear lock speed limiter. (See page 4-11
for a detailed explanation of this switch.)

EBU34130

Drive lever “2WD”/“4WD” (YFM70KDXH / YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPAH)

EWB00164

Always stop the ATV before changing from
two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive and vice
versa. The ATV handles differently in two­wheel drive than in four-wheel drive in some
circumstances. Changing from two-wheel
drive to four-wheel drive or vice versa while
moving may cause the ATV to unexpectedly

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handle differently. This could distract the oper-

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ator and increase the risk of losing control and
of causing an accident.

This vehicle is equipped with a lever to change
from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive and vice
versa. Select the appropriate drive according to
the terrain and the conditions.

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 “2WD” (two-wheel drive): Power is supplied to

the rear wheels.

 “4WD” (four-wheel drive): Power is supplied to

the rear and front wheels.
To change from two-wheel drive to four-wheel
drive, stop the vehicle and set the lever to the
“4WD” position. Then, the four-wheel-drive indi­cator light “ ” (YFM70KDXH) or the four-wheel­drive indicator “ ” (YFM70KPXH /
YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPAH) comes on.
To change from four-wheel drive to two-wheel
drive, stop the vehicle and set the lever to the
“2WD” position.

2WD4WD

1. Drive lever “2WD”/“4WD”

2. “2WD” position

3. “4WD” position

EBU18283

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 spring­loaded, the ATV will decelerate, and the engine
will return to an idle any time the throttle lever is re­leased.

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2WD

1

2

1

3

(b)

(a)

4WD

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.

EBU18324

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 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–

0.20 in). (See page 8-41.) WARNING! Im-

proper adjustment of the speed limiter and
throttle could cause throttle cable damage
or improper throttle operation. You could
lose control, resulting in an accident.

[EWB00242]

1. Locknut

2. Adjusting screw

3. No more than 12 mm (0.47 in)

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3. Tighten the locknut.

1

1

EBU18392

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.

4

1. Front brake lever

1. Brake pedal

EBU18443

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.

1. Rear brake lever

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EBU18612

WARNING

1

1

Drive select lever

The drive select lever is used to shift your ATV into
the low-range, high-range, neutral, reverse and
park positions. See the “Operating the drive select
lever and driving in reverse” section on page 6-2
for the drive select lever operation.

4

1. Fuel tank cap

EBU18757

Fuel

Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank.

EWB02522

1. Drive select lever

EBU18721

Fuel tank cap

Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter­clockwise.

Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely
flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and
to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, fol­low these instructions.

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

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of sparks, open flames, or other sources of

WARNING

21

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

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fuel expands when it heats up, heat from the
engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of
the fuel tank.

Recommended fuel:

Regular unleaded gasoline only
For Europe: Regular unleaded gasoline only
with a research octane number of 95 or
higher

Fuel tank capacity:

18.0 L (4.75 US gal, 3.96 Imp.gal)

Fuel reserve amount:

4.0 L (1.06 US gal, 0.88 Imp.gal)

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

[ECB00982]

parts.

4. Turn the fuel tank cap fully clockwise to make
sure it is securely closed.

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1. Fuel tank filler tube

2. Maximum fuel level

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

4-20

immediately. If gasoline spills on your skin,

NOTICE

1

wash with soap and water. If gasoline spills on
your clothing, change your clothes.

ECB00071

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 research octane
number of 91 or higher (95 or higher for Europe). 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.

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Seat

4

1. Seat

To install the seat

Insert the projections on the front of the seat into
the seat holders and push down on the seat at the
rear. Make sure that the seat is securely fitted.

To remove the seat

Pull up the seat at the rear, and then pull the seat
rearward.

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4

NOTICE

1

1

2

2

1

1

1. Projection

2. Seat holder

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Storage compartment

ECB02320

Do not store metal or sharply edged objects,
like tools, in the storage compartment. If they
must be stored, wrap them in appropriate
cushion material to prevent damaging the stor­age compartment.

The storage compartment is located in front of the
seat. To access the storage compartment, open
the storage compartment lid.

1. Storage compartment lid

1. Storage compartment

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When storing any documents in the storage com-

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partment, be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so
that they will not get wet. When washing the vehi­cle, be careful not to let any water enter the stor­age compartment.
 Do not exceed the load limit of 4.0 kg (9 lb) for

the storage compartment.

 Do not exceed the maximum load of 240.0 kg

(530 lb) for the vehicle.

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A drain plug is fitted at the bottom of the storage
compartment. If any water collects in the storage
compartment, remove the drain plug, drain the
water, and then install the drain plug.

1. Storage compartment drain plug

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Front carrier

 Do not exceed the load limit of 50.0 kg (110 lb)

for the front carrier.

 Do not exceed the maximum load of 240.0 kg

(530 lb) for the ATV.

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Rear carrier

 Do not exceed the load limit of 90.0 kg (198 lb)

for the rear carrier.

 Do not exceed the maximum load of 240.0 kg

(530 lb) for the ATV.

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WARNING

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Adjusting the front and rear shock ab­sorber assemblies (YFM70KPXH /
YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH /
YFM70KPAH)

The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the rid­er’s weight and the riding conditions.

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4

Always adjust the shock absorber assemblies
on the left and right side to the same setting.
Uneven adjustment can cause poor handling
and loss of stability, which could lead to an ac­cident.

Adjust the spring preload as follows.
Turn the spring preload adjusting ring in direction
(a) to increase the spring preload and thereby
harden the suspension, and in direction (b) to de­crease the spring preload and thereby soften the
suspension.
Align the appropriate notch in the adjusting ring
with the position indicator on the shock absorber.

1. Spring preload adjusting ring

2. Position indicator

A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha
dealer to make this adjustment.

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1. Special wrench

Spring preload setting:

Minimum (soft):

1 (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH,
YFM70KPSH, YFM70KPXH)

Standard:

2 (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH,
YFM70KPSH, YFM70KPXH)

Maximum (hard):

5 (YFM70KPAH, YFM70KPHH,
YFM70KPSH, YFM70KPXH)

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Trailer hitch (YFM70KPXH / YFM70KPHH / YFM70KPSH / YFM70KPAH)

This ATV is equipped with a 5 cm (2 in) trailer hitch
receiver.
Trailer towing equipment can be obtained at a
Yamaha dealer. (See page 6-6 for precaution in­formation.)

1

1. Trailer hitch receiver

4

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NOTICE

2

1

Auxiliary DC jack

The auxiliary DC jack is located at the front right
side of the ATV. The auxiliary DC jack can be used
for suitable work lights, radios, etc. The auxiliary
DC jack should only be used when the engine is
running and the light switch is set to “OFF”.

1. Set the light switch to “OFF”.

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2. Turn the accessory off.

3. Start the engine. (See page 6-1.)

4. Open the auxiliary DC jack cap, and then in­sert the accessory power plug into the jack.

Maximum rated capacity for the auxiliary DC
jack:

DC 12 V, 10 A (120 W)

5. Turn the accessory on.

6. When the auxiliary DC jack is not being used,
cover it with the cap.

ECB00121

 Do not use accessories requiring more than

the above maximum capacity. This may
overload the circuit and cause the fuse to
blow.

 If accessories are used without the engine

running or with the headlights turned on, the
battery will lose its charge and engine start­ing may become difficult.

 Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter or

other accessories with a plug that gets hot
because the jack can be damaged.

1. Auxiliary DC jack cap

2. Auxiliary DC jack

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WARNING

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

EBU19226

Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always
follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.

EWB00482

Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equip­ment damage. Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected
by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.

Before using this vehicle, check the following points:

ITEM ROUTINE PAGE

Fuel

Engine oil

Final gear oil • Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary. 5-3, 8-24

Differential gear oil • Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary. 5-3, 8-27

Coolant

• Check fuel level in fuel tank, and add recommended fuel if neces­sary.

• Check fuel line for leakage. Correct if necessary.

• Check oil level in engine, and add recommended oil to specified
level if necessary.

• Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary.

• Check coolant level in reservoir, and add recommended coolant to
specified level if necessary.

• Check cooling system for leakage. Correct if necessary.

4-19, 5-3

5-3, 8-20

5-3, 8-29

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5-1

ITEM ROUTINE PAGE

• Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy­draulic system.

Front brake

Rear brake

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Throttle lever

Control cables • Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate if necessary. 8-49

Wheels and tires

Brake pedal

Brake levers

Axle boots • Check for cracks or damage, and replace if necessary. 8-48

Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 5-7

Instruments, lights and
switches

• Check brake pads for wear, and replace if necessary.

• Check brake fluid level in reservoir, and add specified brake fluid to
specified level if necessary.

• Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary.

• Check operation, and correct if necessary.

• Lubricate cables if necessary.

• Check lever and pedal free play, and adjust if necessary.

• Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate cable and lever
housing if necessary.

• Check lever free play, and adjust if necessary.

• Check wheel condition, and replace if damaged.

• Check tire condition and tread depth. Replace if necessary.

• Check air pressure. Correct if necessary.

• Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate pedal pivoting point
if necessary.

• Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate lever pivoting points
if necessary.

• Check operation, and correct if necessary. 5-7

5-3, 8-42, 8-44, 8-45

5-3, 8-42, 8-45

5-4, 8-41

5-4

8-50

8-49

5-2

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Fuel

Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in the tank.
(See page 4-19.)

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Engine oil

Make sure that the engine oil is at the specified
level. Add oil as necessary. (See page 8-20.)

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Final gear oil

Make sure that the final gear oil is at the specified
level. Add oil as necessary. (See page 8-24.)

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Differential gear oil

Make sure that the differential gear oil is at the
specified level. Add oil as necessary. (See page
8-27.)

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Coolant

Make sure that the coolant is at the specified level.
Add coolant as necessary. (See page 8-29.)

The coolant level must be checked on a cold en­gine since the level varies with engine tempera­ture.

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Front and rear brakes

Brake levers and brake pedal

 Check that there is no free play in the front

brake lever. If there is free play, have a Yamaha
dealer check the brake system.

 Check for correct free play in the rear brake le-

ver and brake pedal. If the free play is incorrect,
adjust it. (See page 8-45.)

 Check operation of the levers and pedal. They

should move smoothly and there should be a
firm feeling when the brake is applied. If not,
have a Yamaha dealer check them.

Brake fluid level (front brake)

Check the brake fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.
(See page 8-44.)

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Specified brake fluid:

DOT 4

5-3

Brake fluid leakage (front brake)

Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out of the
hose, joint or brake fluid reservoir of the front
brake. Apply the brake firmly for one minute. If the
lever moves slowly inward, there may be a leak in
the brake system. If there is any leakage, the brake
system should be checked by a Yamaha dealer.

Brake operation

Test the brakes at slow speed after starting out to

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make sure they are working properly. If the brakes
do not provide proper braking performance,
check the brake pads and friction plates for wear.
(See page 8-42.)

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Throttle lever

Check the operation of the throttle lever. It must
open smoothly and spring back to the idle position
when released. Have a Yamaha dealer correct if
necessary.

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Tires

Check tire pressure regularly to make sure it is at
the recommended specifications. Also check for
wear and damage.

Tire pressure

Use the low-pressure tire gauge to check and ad­just tire pressures when the tires are cold. Tire
pressures must be equal on both sides.

WARNING! Operation of this vehicle with im­proper tire pressure may cause severe injury or
death from loss of control or rollover. Tire
pressure below the minimum specified could
also cause the tire to dislodge from the rim un­der severe riding conditions.

[EWB02542] Set tire

pressures to the following specifications:

5-4

Recommended tire pressure:

Front

35.0 kPa (0.350 kgf/cm², 5.0 psi)

Rear

30.0 kPa (0.300 kgf/cm², 4.4 psi)

Minimum tire pressure:

Front

32.0 kPa (0.320 kgf/cm², 4.6 psi)

Rear

27.0 kPa (0.270 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)

Maximum tire seating pressure:

Front

250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm², 36 psi)

Rear

250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm², 36 psi)

The low-pressure tire gauge is included as stan­dard equipment. Make two measurements of the
tire pressure and use the second reading. Dust or
dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading to be
incorrect.

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1. Low-pressure tire gauge

Tire wear limit

When the tire groove decreases to 3 mm (0.12 in)
due to wear, replace the tire.

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5

WARNING

1. Tire wear limit

Tire information

This ATV is equipped with tubeless tires with
valves.

EWB02552

Use of improper tires on this ATV may cause
loss of control, increasing your risk of an acci­dent.

After extensive tests, only the tires listed below
have been approved for this model by Yamaha
Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America.

Front:

Manufacturer/model:

CHENG SHIN/C828
(YFM70KDXH_AUS/NZL, YFM70KPAH)
MAXXIS/MU19
(YFM70KDXH_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YFM70KPHH, YFM70KPSH,
YFM70KPXH)

Size:

AT25 x 8-12

Ty pe :

Tub el ess

Rear:

Manufacturer/model:

CHENG SHIN/C828
(YFM70KDXH_AUS/NZL, YFM70KPAH)
MAXXIS/MU20
(YFM70KDXH_EUR/FRA/GBR,
YFM70KPHH, YFM70KPSH,
YFM70KPXH)

Size:

AT25 x 10-12

Ty pe :

Tub el ess

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Aftermarket tires and rims

The tires and rims that came with your ATV were
designed to match the performance capabilities
and to provide the best combination of handling,
braking, and comfort. Other tires, rims, sizes, and
combinations may not be appropriate.

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Chassis fasteners

Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are
properly tightened.

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Instruments, lights and switches

Check that all instruments, lights and switches are
working properly. Correct if necessary.

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5-7

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WARNING

NOTICE

NOTICE

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OPERATION

EBU19902

Read the Owner’s Manual carefully before riding
the ATV. If there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.

EWB00632

Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to become
familiar with all controls in order to help pre-

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vent any loss of control, which could cause an
accident or injury.

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Starting the engine

ECB00151

See the “Engine break-in” section on page 6-4
prior to operating the engine for the first time.

1. Turn the key to “ ” (on) and the engine stop
switch to “ ”.
The EPS warning light (for equipped models)
should come on and stay on until the engine
is started.

The following warning lights should come on
for a few seconds, then go off.

 Coolant temperature warning light
 Engine trouble warning light
 Fuel level warning light (for equipped mod-

els)

ECB00826

To avoid possible damage, do not operate the
ATV if a warning light does not work as de­scribed above.

2. Apply the brake pedal, and then shift the drive
select lever into the neutral or park position.
The corresponding indicator light should
come on. If the indicator light does not come
on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.

This model is equipped with an ignition circuit cut­off system. The engine can be started under the
following conditions:
 The drive select lever is in the neutral or park po-

sition.

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 The rear brake lever or brake pedal is applied

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NOTICE

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with the drive select lever in any position. How­ever, it is recommended to shift into the neutral
or park position before starting the engine.

3. Apply the rear brake lever or brake pedal.

4. Completely close the throttle lever and start
the engine by pushing the start switch.

If the engine fails to start, release the start switch,
then push it again. Pause a few seconds before
the next attempt. Each cranking should be as
short as possible to preserve battery energy. Do
not crank the engine more than 10 seconds on
each attempt.

ECB00164

For maximum engine life, never accelerate
hard when the engine is cold!

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Operating the drive select lever and driving in reverse

ECB03330

Do not shift without coming to a complete stop
and waiting for the engine to return to normal
idle speed. Damage to the engine or drivetrain
may occur.

Shifting: Neutral to High-range and High-range
to Low-range

1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop.

2. Apply the brake pedal, and then shift by mov­ing the drive select lever along the shift guide.

Make sure that the drive select lever is completely
shifted into position.

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WARNING

1. Drive select lever

1

2

3

4

5

6

L

H

N

R

P

1

2

3

4

5

6

L

H

N

R

P

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2. L (Low-range)

3. H (High-range)

4. N (Neutral)

5. R (Reverse)

6. P (Park)

3. Release the brake pedal, and then open the
throttle lever gradually.

Shifting: Neutral to Reverse and Reverse to
Park

EWB00721

Improper operation in reverse could make you
hit an obstacle or even a person behind you,
resulting in serious injury. When you shift into

reverse, make sure there are no people or ob­stacles behind you. When it is safe to proceed,
go slowly.

1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop.

2. Apply the brake pedal.

3. Shift from neutral to reverse or from reverse
to park and vice versa by moving the drive se­lect lever along the shift guide.

1. Drive select lever

2. L (Low-range)

3. H (High-range)

4. N (Neutral)

5. R (Reverse)

6. P (Park)

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 When in reverse, the reverse indicator light

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should come on. If the indicator light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer check the elec­trical circuit.

 Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the en-

gine, the indicator light may not come on until
the ATV starts moving.

4. Check behind for people or obstacles, and
then release the brake pedal.

5. Open the throttle lever gradually and continue
to watch to the rear while backing.

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Engine break-in

There is never a more important period in the life
of your engine than the first 320 km (200 mi) or 20
hours of riding. For this reason, you should read
the following material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not put an ex­cessive load on it for the first 320 km (200 mi) or
20 hours. The various parts in the engine wear and
polish themselves to the correct operating clear­ances. During this period, prolonged full-throttle
operation or any condition that might result in en­gine overheating must be avoided.

0–160 km (0–100 mi) or 0–10 hours

Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2 throttle.
Vary the speed of the ATV regularly. Do not oper­ate it at one set throttle position.

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 For ATVs equipped with an odometer or an hour

meter, follow the figures given in km (mi) or the
figures given in hours.

 For ATVs not equipped with an odometer or

hour meter, follow the figures given in hours.

160–320 km (100–200 mi) or 10–20 hours

Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4 throttle. Rev
the engine freely, but do not use full throttle at any
time.

320 km (200 mi) or 20 hours and beyond

The ATV can now be operated normally.

6-4

NOTICE

ECB00221

WARNING

If any engine trouble should occur during the
engine break-in period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the ATV.

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Parking

When parking the ATV, stop the engine, and shift
the drive select lever into the park position.

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Parking on a slope

EWB00861

Avoid parking on hills or other inclines. Parking
on a hill or other incline could cause the ATV to
roll out of control, increasing the chance of an
accident. If you must park on an incline, place
the ATV transversely across the incline, stop
the engine, shift the drive select lever to the
park position, and then block the front and rear
wheels with rocks or other objects.
Do not park the ATV at all on hills that are so
steep you could not walk up them easily.

1. Bring the ATV to a stop by applying the
brakes.

2. Stop the engine.

3. With the brake pedal applied, shift the drive
select lever to the park position.

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Accessories and loading

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Genuine Yamaha Accessories

Choosing accessories for your ATV is an impor­tant decision. Genuine Yamaha Accessories,
which are available only from a Yamaha dealer,
have been designed, tested, and approved by
Yamaha for use on your ATV. Many companies
with no connection to Yamaha manufacture parts

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and accessories or offer other modifications for

WARNING

Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a position to
test the products that these aftermarket compa­nies produce. Therefore, Yamaha can neither en­dorse nor recommend the use of accessories not
sold by Yamaha or modifications not specifically
recommended by Yamaha, even if sold and in­stalled by a Yamaha dealer.

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 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 re­lated to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following in mind when considering an
accessory or operating an ATV which has acces­sories.

 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. Exam­ples 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.

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Loading

EWB00821

Never exceed the stated load capacity for this
ATV. Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow­ing cargo improperly could cause changes in
ATV handling which could lead to an accident.
Cargo should be properly distributed and se-

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curely attached. Reduce speed when carrying
cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow greater dis­tance for braking.

Cargo or a trailer can change the stability and han­dling of an ATV.
You must use common sense and good judgment
when carrying cargo or towing a trailer. Keep the
following points in mind:
 Never exceed the weight limits shown. An over-

loaded ATV can be unstable.

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MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT

ATV loading limit (total weight of rider, car­go, accessories, and tongue):

240.0 kg (530 lb)

Front carrier:

50.0 kg (110 lb)

Rear carrier:

90.0 kg (198 lb)

Storage compartment:

4.0 kg (9 lb)

Trailer hitch:

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)

 Do not exceed the maximum tongue weight.

You can measure tongue weight with a bath­room scale. Put the tongue of the loaded trailer
on the scale with the tongue at hitch height. Ad­just 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.

6-7

 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.

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RIDING YOUR ATV

7-1

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WARNING

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV

This ATV is mainly for utility use, but may also be
used for recreation. This section, Riding your ATV,
provides general ATV riding instructions for recre­ational riding. The skills and techniques described
in this section, however, are appropriate for all ty­pes of riding. Riding your ATV requires special
skills acquired through practice over a period of
time. Take the time to learn the basic techniques
well before attempting more difficult maneuvers.
Riding your new ATV can be a very enjoyable ac­tivity, providing you with hours of pleasure. But it
is essential to familiarize yourself with the opera­tion of the ATV to achieve the skill necessary to
enjoy riding safely. Before you begin to ride, be
sure you have read this Owner’s Manual com­pletely and understand the operation of the con­trols. Pay particular attention to the safety
information on pages 2-1–2-6. Also read all warn­ing and notice labels on your ATV.

RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD JUDGMENT

Get training if you are inexperienced.

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 Do not operate this ATV or allow anyone else

to operate it without proper instruction. The
risk of an accident is greatly increased if the
operator does not know how to operate the
ATV properly in different situations and on
different types of terrain.

 Do not operate this ATV at speeds too fast

for your skills or the conditions, as this in­creases your chances of losing control of the
ATV and an accident. Always go at a speed
that is proper for the terrain, visibility and op­erating conditions, and your experience.

Beginning and inexperienced operators should
regularly practice the skills and the operating
techniques described in this Owner’s Manual.

Riding your ATV requires skills acquired
through practice over a period of time.

Do not attempt to operate at maximum perfor­mance until you are totally familiar with the ATV’s
handling and performance characteristics. Take

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7-2

the time to learn the basic techniques well before

WARNING

attempting more difficult maneuvers. Become fa­miliar with this ATV at slow speeds first, even if you
are an experienced operator.

Not recommended for children under 16 years
of age.

EWB01391

A child under 16 should never operate an ATV
with engine size greater than 90 cc. Use by
children of ATVs that are not recommended for
their age can lead to severe injury or death of
the child.

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This ATV is designed to carry the operator and
cargo only – passengers prohibited.

The long seat is to allow the operator to shift posi­tion as needed during operation. It is not for carry­ing passengers. WARNING! Never carry a

passenger. Carrying a passenger on this ATV
greatly reduces your ability to balance and
control this ATV. You could have an accident,
resulting in severe injury or death to you and/or
your passenger.

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Apparel

Always wear the following to reduce risk of injury
in an accident:

 Approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly
 Eye protection (goggles, helmet face shield, or

protective eyewear)

 Over-the-ankle boots, gloves, long-sleeved

shirt or jacket, and long pants
An approved helmet and other personal protective
equipment can reduce the severity of injuries in an
accident. WARNING! Operating without an ap-

proved motorcycle helmet increases your
chances of a severe head injury or death in the
event of an accident.

[EWB01412]

Wear eye protection when operating your ATV to
reduce the risk of a serious accident or injury. Eye
protection, such as a face shield or goggles, may
reduce the risk of foreign material getting in your
eyes and help prevent loss of vision. WARNING!

Operating without eye protection can result in
an accident and increases your chances of a
severe injury in the event of an accident.

[EWB02612]

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7-4

1. Protective clothing

2. Goggles

3. Gloves

4. Boots

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5. Helmet

Do not operate after or while consuming alco­hol or drugs.

The operator’s performance capability is reduced
by the influence of alcohol or drugs. Consuming
alcohol or drugs could seriously affect your judg­ment, cause you to react more slowly, and affect
your balance and perception. WARNING! Never

consume alcohol or drugs before or while driv­ing this ATV. You increase your chance of an
accident.

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Pre-operation checks

Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to
make sure the ATV is in safe operating condition.
Perform the pre-operation checks listed on page
5-1. Always follow the inspection and mainte­nance procedures and schedules described in the
Owner’s Manual. WARNING! Failure to inspect

the ATV before riding it or failure to maintain it
properly increases the possibility of an acci­dent and equipment damage.

[EWB01433]

Speed limiter

For riders less experienced with this model, the
throttle lever housing is equipped with a speed
limiter. The speed limiter keeps the throttle from

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fully opening, even when the throttle lever is

WARNING

1

pushed to the maximum. Turning in the adjusting
screw limits the maximum engine power available
and decreases the maximum speed of the ATV.
Turning in the adjusting screw decreases top
speed, and turning it out increases top speed.
(See page 4-17.)

1. Adjusting screw

Loading and accessories

EWB01463

Improper loading or towing can increase the
risk of loss of control, an overturn, or other ac­cident. To reduce the risk of an accident:

 Do not exceed the maximum loading limits

for the vehicle (see “MAXIMUM LOADING

LIMIT” in this section or vehicle labeling).
 Keep weight on racks centered side to side,

and as low as possible. Be sure cargo is se-

cured – a loose load could change handling

unexpectedly.
 Make sure the load does not interfere with

your control or ability to see where you are

going.
 Tie down cargo in the trailer securely. Make

sure cargo in the trailer cannot move around.

A shifting load can cause an accident.
 Reduce speed and allow more room to stop.

A heavier vehicle takes longer to stop.
 Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose terrain

carefully. Use extreme caution when towing

or carrying a load on inclines.
 Turn gradually and go slowly.

Take extra precautions when driving with a load or
trailer. Follow these instructions and always use
common sense and good judgment when carrying
cargo or towing a trailer.

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MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT

ATV loading limit (total weight of cargo, rid­er, accessories, and tongue):

240.0 kg (530 lb)

Front carrier:

50.0 kg (110 lb)

Rear carrier:

90.0 kg (198 lb)

Storage compartment:

4.0 kg (9 lb)

Trailer hitch:

Pulling load (total weight of trailer and
cargo):

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5880 N (600 kgf, 1322 lbf)
Tongue weight (vertical weight on trailer
hitch point):

147 N (15 kgf, 33 lbf)

Drive 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 to
drive slowly (shift into first gear or low drive if avail­able on this model) whenever you are carrying
heavier loads or when towing a trailer.

During operation

Always keep your feet on the footboards during
operation; otherwise, they may contact the rear
wheels. WARNING! Removing even one hand or

foot can reduce your ability to control the ATV
or could cause you to lose your balance and
fall off of the ATV. If you remove a foot from a
footboard, your foot or leg may come into con­tact with the rear wheels, which could injure
you or cause an accident.

[EWB01472]

Avoid wheelies and jumping. WARNING! At-

tempting wheelies, jumps, and other stunts in­creases the chance of an accident, including

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an overturn. Never attempt stunts, such as

WARNING

wheelies or jumps. Don’t try to show off.

[EWB01482]

Modifications and accessories

Never modify this ATV through improper installa­tion or use of accessories or other modification. All
parts and accessories added to this ATV should
be genuine Yamaha or equivalent components
designed for use on this ATV and should be in­stalled and used according to instructions. If you
have questions, consult an authorized ATV dealer.

WARNING! Operating this ATV with improper
modifications may cause changes in handling
which in some situations could lead to an acci-

[EWB01492]

dent.

Exhaust system

EWB01502

 Dry grass or brush or other combustible ma-

terial accumulated around the engine area
could catch fire. Do not operate, idle, or park
the ATV in dry grass or other dry ground cov­er. Keep the engine area free of dry grass,
brush, or other combustible material.

 Someone touching the exhaust system dur-

ing or after operation could be burned. Do
not touch the hot exhaust system. Do not
park the ATV in a place where others might
be likely to touch it.

The muffler and other engine parts become ex­tremely hot during operation and remain hot after
the engine has stopped. To reduce the risk of fire
during operation or after leaving the ATV, do not
let brush, grass and other materials collect under
the vehicle, near the muffler or exhaust pipe, or
next to other hot parts. Check under the vehicle
after operating in areas where combustible mate­rials may have collected. Do not idle or park the
vehicle in long dry grass or other dry ground cov­er.

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To prevent burns, avoid touching the exhaust sys­tem. Park the ATV in a place where pedestrians or
children are not likely to touch it.

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BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE

This ATV is designed for use on unpaved surfaces
only. WARNING! Paved surfaces may seriously

affect handling and control of the ATV, and
may cause the ATV to go out of control. Always
avoid paved surfaces, including sidewalks,
driveways, parking lots and streets.

[EWB01512]

While riding on unpaved public streets or roads
may be legal in your area, such operation can in­crease the risk of collision with other vehicles.
Watch carefully for other vehicles. Make sure you

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know your country’s laws and regulations before
you ride on unpaved public streets or roads. Do
not ride on any paved public street, road or motor­way. WARNING! Never operate this ATV on any

paved street, paved road or motorway. You
can collide with another vehicle.

[EWB01522]

ful when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Al­ways be alert to changing terrain conditions
when operating the ATV.

[EWB01532]

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Know the terrain where you ride. Ride cautiously in
unfamiliar areas. Stay alert for holes, rocks, or
roots in the terrain, and other hidden hazards
which may cause the ATV to upset. WARNING!

The ATV could go out of control if you do not
have enough time to react to hidden rocks,
bumps, or holes. Go slowly and be extra care-

Do not operate on 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.

WARNING! Failure to use extra care when op­erating on excessively rough, slippery, or loose

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terrain could cause loss of traction or ATV con­trol, which could result in an accident, includ­ing an overturn.

[EWB01542]

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When riding in an area where you might not easily
be seen, such as desert terrain, mount a caution
flag on the ATV. DO NOT use the flag pole bracket
as a trailer hitch. WARNING! You could collide

with another vehicle if operating in areas
where you cannot easily be seen. Mount a cau­tion flag on the ATV to make you more visible.
Watch carefully for other vehicles.

[EWB01552]

Do not ride in areas posted “no trespassing”.
Do not ride on private property without getting
permission.

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Select a large, flat, unpaved area to become famil-

NOTICE

WARNING

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.
Shift to the park position and follow the instruction
on page 6-1 to start the engine. Once it has
warmed up you are ready to begin riding your
ATV. With the engine idling, shift the drive select
lever into the low-range position or the high-range
position. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly.
The centrifugal clutch will engage and you will
start to accelerate. If the throttle is applied too
abruptly, the front wheels may lift off the ground,
resulting in a loss of directional control. Avoid
higher speeds until you are thoroughly familiar
with the operation of your ATV.
When slowing down or stopping, release the
throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly.
Improper use of the brakes can cause the tires to
lose traction, reducing control and increasing the
possibility of an accident.

ECB00252

Do not shift from low-range to high-range or
vice versa without coming to a complete stop.
Damage to the engine or drive train may occur.

TURNING YOUR ATV

EWB01772

Always 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.

To achieve maximum traction on unpaved surfac­es, the two rear wheels turn together at the same
speed. Therefore, unless the wheel on the inside
of the turn is allowed to slip or lose some traction,
the ATV will resist turning. A special turning tech­nique must be used to allow the ATV to make
turns quickly and easily. It is essential that this skill
be learned first at low speed.

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As you approach a curve, slow down and begin to

WARNING

turn the handlebars in the desired direction. As
you do so, put your weight on the footboard to the
outside of the turn (opposite your desired direc­tion) and lean your upper body into the turn. Use
the throttle to maintain an even speed through the
turn. This maneuver will let the wheel on the inside
of the turn slip slightly, allowing the ATV to make
the turn properly.

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1. Lean towards inside of turn.

2. Support your weight on the outer footboard.

This procedure should be practiced at slow speed
many times in a large unpaved area with no obsta­cles. If an incorrect technique is used, your ATV

may continue to go straight. If the ATV doesn’t
turn, come to a stop and then practice the proce­dure again. If the riding surface is slippery or
loose, it may help to position more of your weight
over the front wheels by moving forward on the
seat.
Once you have learned this technique, you should
be able to perform it at higher speeds or in tighter
curves.
Improper riding procedures such as abrupt throt­tle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body
movements, or too much speed for the sharpness
of the turn may cause the ATV to tip. If the ATV be­gins to tip over to the outside while negotiating a
turn, lean more to the inside. It may also be nec­essary to gradually let off on the throttle and steer
to the outside of the turn to avoid tipping over.
Remember: Avoid higher speeds until you are
thoroughly familiar with the operation of your ATV.

CLIMBING UPHILL

EWB01672

Climbing hills improperly can cause overturns
or loss of control. Use proper riding techniques
described in this Owner’s Manual.

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 Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for

the ATV or for your abilities. The ATV can
overturn more easily on extremely steep hills
than on level surfaces or small hills.

 Always 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. The ATV

could flip over backwards.

 Never go over the top of any hill at high

speed. An obstacle, a sharp drop, or another
vehicle or person could be on the other side
of the hill.

 Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any

hill until you have mastered the turning tech­nique as described in the Owner’s Manual on
level ground. Be very careful when turning
on any hill.

 Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if pos-

sible. When crossing the side of a hill, shift
your weight to the uphill side of the ATV.

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7-14

Do not attempt to climb hills until you have mas­tered basic maneuvers on flat ground. Always
check the terrain carefully before attempting any
hill. In all cases avoid inclines with slippery or
loose surfaces, or obstacles that might cause you
to lose control.
To climb a hill, you need traction, momentum, and
steady throttle. For more traction and control for
climbing steeper and/or rougher slopes, select
“4WD” or 4WD-LOCK (“DIFF. LOCK”)
(YFM70KPSH). Travel fast enough to maintain
momentum, but not so fast that you cannot react
to changes in the terrain as you climb.
It is important when climbing a hill to make sure

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that your weight is transferred forward on the ATV.
This can be accomplished by leaning forward and,
on steeper inclines, standing on the footboards
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 remem­ber 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 either
brake abruptly. If you are in “2WD”, apply only the
front brake. When fully stopped, apply the rear
brake as well, and then shift to the park position. If
you are in “4WD”, because all wheels are inter­connected by the drive train, applying either brake
will brake all wheels, therefore, avoid sudden ap­plication of either the front or rear brake as the
wheels on the uphill side could come off the
ground. The ATV could easily tip over backwards.
Apply both the front and rear brakes gradually.
When fully stopped, lock shift to the park position
and dismount the ATV immediately on the uphill
side. Dismount on uphill side or to a side if pointed

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straight uphill. Turn the ATV around and remount,

WARNING

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.

[EWB01803]

RIDING DOWNHILL

EWB01622

Going down a hill improperly could cause over­turns or loss of control. Always follow proper
procedures for going down hills as described
in this Owner’s Manual.

 Always check the terrain carefully before you

start down any hill.

 Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for

the ATV or for your abilities. The ATV can
overturn more easily on extremely steep hills
than on level surfaces or small hills.

 Shift your weight backward and to the up

side of the hill.

 Never go down a hill at high speed.
 Avoid going down a hill at an angle that

would cause the ATV to lean sharply to one
side. Go straight down the hill where possi­ble.

 Improper braking can cause the wheels on

the uphill side to come off the ground or cau­se loss of traction. Apply brakes gradually. If
in “2WD”, apply only the rear brake.

When riding your ATV downhill, shift your weight
as far to the rear and uphill side of the ATV as pos­sible. Move back on the seat and sit with your
arms straight. Engine compression will do most of
the braking for you. For maximum engine com­pression braking effect, select the low-range posi­tion and change to “4WD” before beginning to
descend the hill.

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7-16

Use caution while descending a hill with loose or

WARNING

slippery surfaces. Braking ability and traction may
be adversely affected by these surfaces. Improper
braking may also cause a loss of traction.
When this ATV is in “4WD”, all wheels (front and
rear) are interconnected by the drive train. This
means that applying either the front brake or the
rear brake will brake all wheels. When descending
hills, using either brake lever or the brake pedal
will brake the wheels on the downhill side. Avoid
sudden application of either the front or rear brake
because the wheels on the uphill side could come
off the ground. Apply both the front and rear
brakes gradually.

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Whenever possible, ride your ATV straight down­hill. Avoid sharp angles which could allow the ATV
to tip or roll over. Carefully choose your path and
ride no faster than you will be able to react to ob­stacles which may appear.

CROSSING A SLOPE

EWB01633

Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills
could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to
overturn.
 Always follow proper procedures as de-

scribed in the Owner’s Manual.

 Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose

surfaces.

 Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill.

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 Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV.

WARNING

 Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any

hill until you have mastered the turning tech­nique as described in the Owner’s Manual on
level ground. Be very careful when turning
on any hill.

Traversing a sloping surface on your ATV requires
you to properly position your weight to maintain
proper balance. Be sure that you have learned the
basic riding skills on flat ground before attempting
to cross a sloping surface. Avoid slopes with slip­pery surfaces or rough terrain that may upset your
balance.
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, grad­ually steer again in the direction you wish to travel.

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CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER

EWB01642

Operating this vehicle through deep or fast­flowing 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 Man­ual, as tires may float, increasing the risk of an
overturn.

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The ATV can be used to cross slow moving, shal­low 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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Test your brakes after leaving the water. If neces­sary, apply them several times to let friction dry
out the linings. Do not continue to ride your ATV
without verifying that you have regained proper

braking ability. WARNING! Wet brakes may have

reduced stopping ability, which could cause
loss of control.

[EWB02622]

After riding your ATV in water, be sure to drain the
trapped water by removing the check hose at the
bottom of the air filter case. Also, remove the drain
plugs from the storage compartment and the V­belt case to drain any water that may have accu­mulated. NOTICE: Undrained water can cause

damage or improper operation.

[ECB00842]

Wash the ATV in fresh water if it has been operat­ed in salt water or muddy conditions.

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WARNING

1. Air filter case check hose

1

1

1

1. V-belt case drain plug

1. Storage compartment drain plug

RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN

EWB01652

7

Riding improperly over obstacles could cause
loss of control or a collision. Before operating
in a new area, check for obstacles. Never at­tempt to ride over large obstacles, such as lar­ge rocks or fallen trees. When you go over
obstacles, always follow proper procedures as
described in the Owner’s Manual.

Riding over rough terrain should be done with
caution. Look out for obstacles which could cause
damage to the ATV or could lead to an upset or

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accident. Be sure to keep your feet firmly mounted

WARNING

on the footboards at all times. Avoid jumping the
ATV as loss of control and damage to the ATV may
result.

SLIDING AND SKIDDING

EWB01663

Skidding or sliding improperly may cause you
to lose control of this ATV. You may also reg ain
traction unexpectedly, which may cause the
ATV to overturn.
 Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by

practicing at low speeds and on level,

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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.

Care should be used when riding on loose or slip­pery surfaces since the ATV may slide. If unex­pected and uncorrected, sliding could lead to an
accident.

To 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 side­ways, 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.

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With practice, over a period of time, skill at con­trolled 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 tech­niques completely.

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 footboard to the outside of the
turn. Position your weight over the front wheels
for better control. (See page 7-12.)

 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 7-12.)

 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 7-21.)

 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 IF THE ATV IS IN
“2WD” – the ATV may tip over on top of you.
Dismount the ATV on the uphill side. (See page
7-13.)

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7-22

 If your ATV is traversing a sloping surface:

Be sure to ride with your weight positioned to­wards 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 7-17.)

 If your ATV encounters shallow water:

Ride slowly and carefully through slow moving
water, watching for obstacles. Be sure to let wa­ter drain from the ATV and CHECK YOUR
BRAKES FOR PROPER OPERATION when you
come out of the water. Do not continue to ride

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your ATV until you have regained adequate
braking ability. (See page 7-18.)

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WARNING

WARNING

WARNING

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

EBU21675

Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrication
will keep your vehicle in the safest and most effi­cient condition possible. Safety is an obligation of
the vehicle owner/operator. The most important
points of vehicle inspection, adjustment, and lu­brication are explained on the following pages.

EWB01842

Failure to properly maintain the vehicle or per­forming maintenance activities incorrectly may
increase your risk of injury or death during ser­vice or while using the vehicle. If you are not fa­miliar with vehicle service, have a Yamaha
dealer perform the service.

EWB02563

Turn off the engine when performing mainte­nance unless otherwise specified.
 A running engine has moving parts that can

catch on body parts or clothing and electri­cal parts that can cause shocks or fires.

 Running the engine while servicing can lead

to eye injury, burns, fire, or carbon monoxide
poisoning - possibly leading to death. See
page 2-6 for more information about carbon
monoxide.

EWB02691

Brake discs, calipers, drums, and linings can
become very hot during use. To avoid possible
burns, let brake components cool before
touching them.

The intervals given in the periodic maintenance
charts should be considered as a general guide
under normal riding conditions. However, DE­PENDING ON THE WEATHER, TERRAIN, GEO­GRAPHICAL LOCATION, AND INDIVIDUAL USE,
THE MAINTENANCE INTERVALS MAY NEED TO
BE SHORTENED.

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2

3

Owner’s manual and tool kit

Be sure to always keep the owner’s manual, the
owner’s tool kit and the low-pressure tire gauge
with the vehicle. Make sure to protect the owner’s
manual by putting it in the plastic bag, then by
placing the bag in the document pouch.

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1. Owner’s manual

2. Owner’s tool kit

3. Low-pressure tire gauge

The service information included in this manual
and the tools provided in the owner’s tool kit are
intended to assist you in the performance of pre­ventive maintenance and minor repairs. However,

additional tools such as a torque wrench may be
necessary to perform certain maintenance work
correctly.

If you do not have the tools or experience required
for a particular job, have a Yamaha dealer perform
it for you.

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Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system

 For ATVs not equipped with an odometer or an hour meter, follow the month maintenance intervals.
 For ATVs equipped with an odometer or an hour meter, follow the km (mi) or hours maintenance inter-

vals. However, keep in mind that if the ATV isn’t used for a long period of time, the month maintenance
intervals should still be followed.

 Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools,

data and technical skills.

INITIAL EVERY

NO. ITEM

1 * Fuel line

2Spark plug

3 * Valv es • Check valve clearance and adjust if necessary.

Crankcase breath-

4 *

er system

CHECK OR MAINTENANCE

JOB

• Check fuel hoses for cracks or other damage, and
replace if necessary.

• Check condition and clean, regap, or replace if
necessary.

• Check breather hose for cracks or other damage,
and replace if necessary.

Whichev­er comes

first

month136612

320

km (mi)

hours 20 80 160 160 320

(200)

1300

(800)

√√√√√

Every 2500 km (1600 mi) for the first

Every 5000 km (3200 mi) thereafter.

2500

(1600)

7500 km (4800 mi).

2500

(1600)

√√√

√√√

5000

(3200)

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INITIAL EVERY

NO. ITEM

5 * Exhaust system

6 Spark arrester • Clean. √√√

Air induction sys-

7 *

tem

CHECK OR MAINTENANCE

JOB

• Check for leakage and replace gasket(s) if neces­sary.

• Check for looseness and tighten all screw clamps
and joints if necessary.

• Check the air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose
for damage.

• Replace any damaged parts if necessary.

Whichev­er comes

first

month136612

320

km (mi)

hours 20 80 160 160 320

(200)

1300
(800)

√√√√√

2500

(1600)

2500

(1600)

√√√

8

5000

(3200)

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