Yamaha YF09RJ Owner's Manual

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!

It contains important safety information.

OWNER’S MANUAL

YF09RJ

WARNING

This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 10 years of age.

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

hicle if it is sold.

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INTRODUCTION

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YF09RJ. This ATV represents the result of many years
of Yamaha experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. With
the purchase of this Yamaha, you can now appreciate the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that
have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the features and operation of this ATV.

This manual includes important safety information. It provides information about special techni­ques and skills necessary to ride the ATV. It also includes basic maintenance and inspection proce-

dures. If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your ATV, please consult a
Yamaha dealer.

AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:

 Read this manual together with TIPS FOR THE ATV RIDER carefully and completely before operating

your ATV. Make sure you understand all instructions.

 Pay close attention to the warning and notice labels on the ATV.
 This ATV should not be operated by a child under 10 years of age.

AN IMPORTANT NOTE TO PARENTS:

This ATV is not a toy. Before you let your child ride this ATV, you should understand the instructions and
warnings in this Owner’s Manual. Then be sure your child understands and will follow them. Children differ
in skills, physical abilities and judgment. Some children may not be able to operate an ATV safely. Parents
should supervise their child’s use of the ATV at all times. Parents should permit continued use only if they
determine that the child has the ability to operate the ATV safely.

Your ATV was delivered with an adjustable speed limiter. Yamaha recommends that all beginners start off
to limit the amount of speed available while they learn. The adjusting screw may be gradually turned out
as the beginner becomes more familiar with operating the ATV. Parents should decide when to adjust the
ATV for more power as their youngster’s riding skills improve. Once the ATV rider can operate with skill at
the top speed permitted by adjusting the vehicle speed limiter alone, the engine speed limiter plate can be
removed. Since removal of this limiter will result in a significant increase in power, turn the vehicle speed
limiter adjusting screw completely back in again; adjust it out in stages as done previously.
If your child is a beginner or is inexperienced, he or she should take a training course.

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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 off-road use only. It is illegal and unsafe to operate this ATV
on any public street, road or highway.
This ATV complies with all applicable off-road noise level and spark arrester laws and regulations in effect
at the time of manufacture.
Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this ATV.

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YF09RJ

OWNER’S MANUAL

©2017 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

1st edition, January 2017

All rights reserved.

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in Taiwan.

WARNING

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Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND

SPECIFICATION LABELS ..............................1-1

SAFETY INFORMATION ................................ 2-1

Front brake lever......................................... 4-5

Rear brake lever ......................................... 4-5

Parking brake ............................................. 4-6

Drive select lever ........................................ 4-7

Kickstarter .................................................. 4-7

Fuel tank cap .............................................. 4-8

Fuel ............................................................. 4-9

Fuel cock .................................................. 4-11

Starter (choke) ......................................... 4-12

Seat .......................................................... 4-13

Adjusting the front shock absorber

assemblies.............................................. 4-13

Adjusting the rear shock absorber ........... 4-15

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

Handlebar switches .................................... 4-2

Throttle lever ............................................... 4-3

Speed limiter ............................................... 4-3

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

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

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

Transmission oil.......................................... 5-3

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

Throttle lever............................................... 5-3

Drive chain.................................................. 5-3

Tires ............................................................ 5-3

Chassis fasteners ....................................... 5-6

Instruments and switches........................... 5-6

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

Starting a cold engine................................. 6-1

Starting a warm engine ...............................6-3

Operating the drive select lever and

driving in reverse ....................................... 6-3

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

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

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

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

RIDING YOUR ATV ........................................7-1

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV ................ 7-2

RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD

JUDGMENT .............................................. 7-2

BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE............... 7-9

TURNING YOUR ATV................................ 7-12

CLIMBING UPHILL ................................... 7-13

RIDING DOWNHILL .................................. 7-16

CROSSING A SLOPE................................ 7-17

CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW

WATER.................................................... 7-18

RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN .............7-20

SLIDING AND SKIDDING..........................7-20

WHAT TO DO IF... ..................................... 7-21

WHAT TO DO... ......................................... 7-22

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND

ADJUSTMENT................................................ 8-1

Owner’s manual and tool kit .......................8-2

Periodic maintenance chart for the

emission control system........................... 8-3

General maintenance and lubrication

chart.......................................................... 8-5

Checking the spark plug............................. 8-9

Engine oil .................................................. 8-11

Transmission oil ........................................ 8-14

Cleaning the air filter element ................... 8-15

Cleaning the spark arrester ...................... 8-18

Adjusting the carburetor........................... 8-19

Adjusting the engine idling speed ............ 8-19

Adjusting the throttle lever free play ......... 8-20

Valve clearance......................................... 8-21

Brakes....................................................... 8-21

Checking the front and rear brake

shoes ...................................................... 8-21

Adjusting the front brake lever free play... 8-22

Adjusting the rear brake lever free play .... 8-24

Drive chain slack....................................... 8-25

Lubricating the drive chain ....................... 8-27

Checking and lubricating the cables ........ 8-28

Checking and lubricating the front and

rear brake levers ..................................... 8-29

Checking the wheel hub bearings ............ 8-29

Lubricating the front knuckle pivots ......... 8-30

Lubricating the steering shaft ................... 8-30

Battery ...................................................... 8-31

Replacing the fuse .................................... 8-34

Removing a wheel..................................... 8-34

Installing a wheel.......................................8-35

Troubleshooting ........................................ 8-36

Troubleshooting chart............................... 8-37

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

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

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

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

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

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

YAMAHA MOTOR CANADA LTD. ATV

WARRANTY GUIDE ................................11-4

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LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS

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Read and understand all of the labels on your ATV. These labels contain important information for safe and
proper operation.
Never remove any labels from your ATV. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, request a re­placement label from your Yamaha dealer.

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Adult supervision required for children
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NEVER permit children under age 10
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SAFETY INFORMATION

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AN ATV IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARD­OUS TO OPERATE.

An ATV handles differently from other vehicles, in­cluding motorcycles and cars. A collision or roll­over can occur quickly, even during routine
maneuvers such as turning and riding on hills or
over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precau­tions.
SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do
not follow these instructions:
 Read this manual and all labels carefully and 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.

 Never allow a child under 10 years old to oper-

ate this ATV.

 Never allow a child under 16 years old to oper-

ate an ATV without adult supervision.

SAFETY INFORMATION

 Do not allow continued use of the ATV by a child

if he or she does not have the abilities to operate
it safely.

 Never carry a passenger on an ATV.
 Always avoid operating an ATV on any paved

surfaces, including sidewalks, driveways, park­ing lots and streets.

 Never operate an ATV on any public street, road

or highway, even a dirt or gravel one.

 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.

 Never operate at speeds too fast for your skills

or the riding conditions. Always go at a speed
that is proper for the terrain, visibility, operating
conditions, and your experience.

 Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts.

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 Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to

make sure it is in safe operating condition. Al­ways follow the inspection and maintenance
procedures and schedules described in this
manual.

 Always keep both hands on the handlebars and

both feet on the footrests 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 or make sudden gear
changes. Never go over the top of a hill at high
speed.

 Always follow proper procedures for going

down hills and for braking on hills as described
in this manual. Check the terrain carefully before
you start down any hill. Shift your weight back­ward. Never go down a hill at high speed. Avoid
going down a hill at an angle that would cause
the vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Go
straight down the hill where possible.

 Always follow proper procedures for crossing

the side of a hill as described in this manual.
Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose
surfaces. Shift your weight to the uphill side of
the ATV. Never attempt to turn the ATV around
on any hill until you have mastered the turning
technique described in this manual on level
ground. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if
possible.

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 Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll

backwards when climbing a hill. To avoid stall­ing, use the proper gear and maintain a steady
speed when climbing a hill. If you stall or roll

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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.

 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.

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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 at-

tention. 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
ungrounded or broken wiring. Visually check
for broken wiring and leaking fuel. Leaking
fuel can be confirmed by the odor of gasoline.

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4. Once immediate safety hazards are con­firmed not to exist, you may remove your hel­met to more closely inspect your vehicle.
Check for external signs of wear, broken

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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 found in the
Loading section (page 6-7) 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. Also, the
battery tends to discharge more quickly if elec­trical accessories are added.

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WARNING

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WARNING

Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can
cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nau­sea, confusion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless,
tasteless gas which may be present even if you
do not see or smell any engine exhaust. Deadly
levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly
and you can quickly be overcome and unable
to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon
monoxide can linger for hours or days in en­closed or poorly ventilated areas. If you experi­ence any symptoms of carbon monoxide
poisoning, leave the area immediately, get
fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.
 Do not run engine indoors. Even if you try to

ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open
windows and doors, carbon monoxide can
rapidly reach dangerous levels.

 Do not run engine in poorly ventilated or 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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When transporting the ATV in another vehicle,
be sure it is kept upright and that the fuel cock
is in the “OFF” position. Otherwise, fuel may
leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank.

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Left view

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1. Fuel tank cap

2. Fuel cock

3. Air filter

4. Fuse

5. Battery

6. Rear shock absorber spring preload adjuster

7. Kickstarter lever cap

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Right view

1. Spark arrester

2. Owner’s tool kit

3. Front shock absorber spring preload adjuster

4. Spark plug

5. Engine oil filler cap

6. Transmission oil filler cap

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Controls and instruments

1. Rear brake lever

2. Handlebar switches

3. Parking brake lock plate

4. Starter (choke)

5. Main switch

6. Throttle lever

7. Front brake lever

8. Drive select lever

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

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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Main switch

The positions of the main switch are as follows:

ON

All electrical systems are supplied with power, and
the engine can be started. The key cannot be re­moved.

OFF

All electrical systems are off. The key can be re­moved.

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Indicator lights

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Handlebar switches

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1. Reverse indicator light “R”

2. Neutral indicator light “N”

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Neutral indicator light “ ”

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

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Reverse indicator light “ ”

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

1. Engine stop switch “ / ”

2. Start switch “ ”

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Engine stop switch “ / ”

Set this switch to “ ” before starting the engine.
The engine stop switch controls the ignition and
stops the engine when it is running. Use this
switch to stop the engine in an emergency situa­tion. The engine will not start or run when this
switch is set to “ ”.

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Start switch “ ”

Push this switch to crank the engine with the start­er. See the starting instructions on page 6-1 prior
to starting the engine.

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Throttle lever

Once the engine is running, pushing the throttle le-

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ver 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.

1. Throttle lever

Before starting the engine, check the throttle to be
sure it is operating smoothly. Make sure it returns
to the idle position as soon as the lever is released.

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Speed limiter

Your ATV was delivered with two speed limiter de­vices. A vehicle speed limiter adjusting screw and
a removable engine speed limiter plate. Yamaha
recommends that all beginning riders start off with
the vehicle speed limiter adjusting screw fully
turned in and the engine speed limiter plate in­stalled to limit the amount of speed available while
they learn.
The vehicle speed limiter keeps the throttle from
fully opening, even when the throttle lever is
pushed to the maximum. The adjusting screw may
be gradually turned out as the beginner becomes
more familiar with operating the ATV. Parents
should decide when to adjust the ATV for more
power as their youngster’s riding skills improve.
Once the ATV rider can operate with skill at the top
speed permitted by adjusting the vehicle speed
limiter alone, the engine speed limiter plate can be
removed. Since removal of this plate will result in
a significant increase in power, turn the vehicle

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Vehicle speed limiter

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 10
mm (0.39 in) or the throttle cable could be
damaged. Always make sure the throttle lever
free play is adjusted to 1.5–4.0 mm (0.06–

0.16 in). (See page 8-20.) 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.

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1. Locknut

2. Adjusting screw

3. No more than 10 mm (0.39 in)

3. Tighten the locknut.

Engine speed limiter plate

When the engine speed limiter plate is installed,
engine speed is limited to 4900 r/min. When this
plate is removed, top engine speed (8500 r/min) is
available.
Remove the plate as follows.

1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-13.)

2. Loosen the screws, and then remove the
plate as shown.

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1. Screw

2. Engine speed limiter plate

3. Tighten the screws.

4. Install the seat.

Store the engine speed limiter plate with the own­er’s manual so that it is readily available whenever
you want to reduce top engine speed.

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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.

1. Front brake lever

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Rear brake lever

The rear brake lever is located on the left handle­bar. To apply the rear brake, pull the brake lever
toward the handlebar grip.

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Parking brake

Use the parking brake before starting the engine
or after parking the ATV, especially on a slope. Ap­ply the rear brake lever and push down the lock
plate to apply the parking brake. Squeeze the rear
brake lever to release the parking brake.

1. Parking brake lock plate

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 Always set the parking brake before starting

the engine. The ATV could start moving un­expectedly if the parking brake is not ap­plied. This could cause loss of control or a
collision.

 Always be sure you have released the park-

ing brake before you begin to ride. The brake
could overheat if you ride the ATV without re­leasing the parking brake. You could lose

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braking performance which could cause an

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accident. You could also wear out the brakes
prematurely.

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Drive select lever

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Kickstarter

Use the kickstarter to start the engine when the
battery voltage is low.

1. Remove the seat (page 4-13), and then re­move the kickstarter lever.

1. Drive select lever

The drive select lever is used to shift the transmis­sion into the forward, neutral and reverse posi­tions. See page 6-3 for drive select lever
operation.

1. Kickstarter lever

2. Remove the kickstarter lever cap.

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