tires YAMAHA BANSHEE 350 2011 User Guide

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5 * Brake hoses

Check for cracks or other damage, and replace if
necessary.
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Replace. Every 4 years
6 * Parking brake

Check operation and adjust if necessary.
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7 * Wheels

Check runout and for damage, and replace if nec-
essary.
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8 * Tires

Check tread depth and for damage, and replace if
necessary.

Check air pressure and balance, and correct if
necessary.
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9 * Wheel hub bearings

Check for looseness or damage, and replace if
necessary.
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10 *Upper and lower
arm pivots

Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
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11 Drive chain

Check chain slack and adjust if necessary.

Check rear wheel alignment and correct if neces-
sary.

Clean and lubricate.
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12 * Drive chain roller

Check for wear and replace if necessary.
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13 * Chassis fasteners

Make sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are
properly tightened.
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14 *Shock absorber
assemblies

Check operation and correct if necessary.

Check for oil leakage and replace if necessary.
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NO. ITEMCHECK OR MAINTENANCE
JOBINITIAL EVERY
Whichev-
er comes
firstmonth 1 3 6 6 12
km
(mi)320
(200)1300
(800)2500
(1600)2500
(1600)5000
(3200)
hours 20 80 160 160 320

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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.
TIP

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 axle holding nuts. Drive chain slack:
12.0–18.0 mm (0.47–0.71 in)
1. Drive chain slack
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ly, turn the wheels a little every month in order
to prevent the tires from becoming degraded
in one spot.
8. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to
prevent moisture from entering it.
TIP

Make any necessary repairs before storing the
ATV.

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Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/KT851B
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
AT20 x 10-9
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/KT877A
Loading:
Maximum loading limit:
100.0 kg (220 lb)
(Total weight of rider, cargo, accessories, and tongue)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):
Recommended:
Front:
30.0 kPa (0.300 kgf/cm
2

, 4.4 psi)
Rear:
30.0 kPa (0.300 kgf/cm
2

, 4.4 psi)
Minimum:
Front:
27.0 kPa (0.270 kgf/cm
2

, 4.0 psi)
Rear:
27.0 kPa (0.270 kgf/cm
2

, 4.0 psi)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
10 x 6.0AT
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size:
9 x 8.5AT
Front brake:
Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
230 mm (9.1 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper

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Owner’s manual and tool kit ........................................... 8-1
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Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking brake ................................................................. 4-5
Parking brake free play, adjusting ................................ 8-38
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-6
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1
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Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1
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Safety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-11
Shifting ........................................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ...................................................................... 4-7
Shift pedal, checking .................................................... 8-46
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front .......... 4-12
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear .............. 4-13
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-22
Spark plugs, checking .................................................... 8-9
Specifications ............................................................... 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-3
Starter (choke) ............................................................. 4-11
Storage........................................................................... 9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm
pivots.......................................................................... 8-48
Suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting
points, lubricating the rear.......................................... 8-47
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Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ..................................... 8-52
Throttle lever .......................................................... 4-2
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5-4Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................. 8-34
Throttle OverRide System .............................................. 4-3
Tires ............................................................................... 5-4
Transmission oil ................................................... 5-3
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Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-54
Troubleshooting charts................................................. 8-56
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Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1
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Wheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-47
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-54
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-53