YAMAHA GRIZZLY 125 2011 Owners Manual

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8. Tighten the locknut at the brake lever.
9. Install the V-belt air filter element cover by in-
stalling the screw.
10. Connect the coupler, and then install the pan-
el by installing the quick fasteners.
11. Install the front carrier by installing the bolts.
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Adjusting the rear brake lever free play
The brake lever free play must be checked and, if
necessary, adjusted at the intervals specified inthe periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.TIP
Before adjusting the brake lever free play, check
the rear brake shoes for wear.
The brake lever free play should measure 5.0–8.0
mm (0.20–0.31 in) as shown. If the free play is in-
correct, adjust it as follows.
Turn the brake lever free play adjusting nut on the
rear wheel hub in direction (a) to increase the free
play, and in direction (b) to decrease it.
If the correct free play cannot be obtained, have a
Yamaha dealer adjust it.
1. Locknut
2. Brake lever free play adjusting bolt
3. Brake lever free play
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(b)
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1. Brake lever free play
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Drive chain slack
The drive chain slack should be checked before
each ride and adjusted if necessary.
To check the drive chain slack
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
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When checking and adjusting the drive chain
slack, there should be no weight on the ATV and
all tires must be touching the ground.2. Move the ATV back and forth to locate the
tightest portion of the drive chain, and then
measure the drive chain slack as shown.
3. If the drive chain slack is incorrect, adjust it as
follows.
To adjust the drive chain slack
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Loosen the hub stopper bolt locknut and then
1. Brake lever free play adjusting nut
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(b)

Drive chain slack:
30.0 mm (1.18 in)
1. Drive chain slack
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the hub stopper bolt.
3. Loosen the axle holding bolts.
4. Loosen the chain adjusting bolt locknut. To
tighten the drive chain, turn the adjusting bolt
in direction (a). To loosen the drive chain, turn
the adjusting bolt in direction (b), and then
push the wheels forward.
NOTICE:
Improper
drive chain slack will overload the engine
as well as other vital parts of the ATV and
can lead to drive chain slippage or break-age. To prevent this from occurring, keep
the drive chain slack within the specified
limits.
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5. Tighten the locknut and the axle holding bolts
to the specified torques.
1. Hub stopper bolt
2. Locknut
3. Axle holding bolt (lower)
4. Axle holding bolt (upper)
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1. Locknut
2. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
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NOTICE

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If measurement “A” of the drive chain adjust-
ing bolt is less than 27 mm (1.06 in), have a
Yamaha dealer replace the drive chain.
6. Tighten the hub stopper bolt, and then its lock-
nut.
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Lubricating the drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or wet areas.
Service the drive chain as follows.NOTICE
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The drive chain must be lubricated after wash-
ing the ATV or riding in the rain or wet areas.
1. Clean the drive chain with kerosene and a
small soft brush.
NOTICE:
To prevent dam-
aging the O-rings, do not clean the drive
chain with steam cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate solvents.

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Tightening torques:
Chain adjusting bolt locknut:
16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf)
Axle holding bolt (upper):
85 Nm (8.5 m·kgf, 61 ft·lbf)
Axle holding bolt (lower):
60 Nm (6.0 m·kgf, 43 ft·lbf)
1. Measurement A
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2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a
special O-ring chain lubricant.
NOTICE:
Do
not use engine oil or any other lubricants
for the drive chain, as they may contain
substances that could damage the O-
rings.
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Checking and lubricating the cables
The operation and the condition of all control ca-
bles should be checked before each ride, and the
cables and cable ends should be lubricated if nec-essary. If a cable is damaged or does not move
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace
it.
WARNING

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Inspect cables frequently and replace if dam-
aged. Corrosion can result when the cable
sheaths become damaged, and cables can
also become frayed or kinked, which could
restrict the operation of controls and lead to
an accident or injury.

Always make sure all control cables work
smoothly before you begin riding in cold
weather. If the control cables are frozen or do
not work smoothly, you could be unable to
control the ATV, which could lead to an acci-
dent or collision.
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Checking and lubricating the front and
rear brake levers
The operation of the front and rear brake levers
1. O-ring
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Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil

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should be checked before each ride, and the lever
pivots should be lubricated if necessary.
Front brake leverRear brake lever
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Checking the wheel hub bearings
The front and rear wheel hub bearings must be
checked at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. If there is play
in a wheel hub or if a wheel does not turn smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel hub bear-
ings. Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease

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Lubricating the upper and lower arm
pivots
The upper and lower arm pivots must be lubricated
at the intervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart.
Lubricate the pivoting points using a grease gun.
Left side
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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Lubricating the front knuckle pivots
The front knuckle pivots must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
Lubricate the front knuckle pivots using a grease
gun.
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Lubricating the steering shaft
The steering shaft must be lubricated by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Lubricate the steering shaft using a grease gun.
1. Grease nipple
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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1. Grease nipple
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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Battery
A poorly maintained battery will corrode and dis-
charge quickly. The electrolyte level, battery lead
connections and breather hose routing should be
checked before each ride and at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
WARNING

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Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger-
ous, as it contains sulfuric acid, which can
cause severe burns. Avoid contact with skin,eyes or clothing. Always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
Antidote:
EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg
or vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes or other sources of ig-
nition away. Ventilate when charging or using
in an enclosed space.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
To check the electrolyte level
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Check the electrolyte level in the battery.
1. Grease nipple
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The electrolyte should be between the minimum
and maximum level marks.
3. If the electrolyte is at or below the minimum
level mark, add distilled water to raise it to the
maximum level mark.
NOTICE:
Use only dis-
tilled water, as tap water contains minerals
that are harmful to the battery.
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4. Check and, if necessary, tighten the battery
lead connections and correct the breather
hose routing.
To remove the battery
1. Disconnect the negative lead first and then the
positive lead.
NOTICE:
When removing the
battery, the main switch must be off, and
the negative lead must be disconnected
before the positive lead.

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1. Battery
2. Battery breather hose
3. Guide
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1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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