engine YAMAHA BLASTER 200 2007 User Guide

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WARNING

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Always set the parking brake before starting
the engine. The ATV could start moving un-
expectedly if the parking brake is not ap-
plied. 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 re-
leasing the parking brake. You could lose
braking performance which could cause an
accident. You could also wear out the brakes
prematurely.
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Shift pedal
This ATV is equipped with a constant-mesh 6-
speed transmission. The shift pedal is located on
the left side of the engine and is used in combina-
tion with the clutch when shifting.
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Kickstarter
Fold out the kickstarter lever, move it down lightly
with your foot until the gears engage, and then
1. Locked position
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1. Shift pedal
2. Neutral position
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push it down smoothly but forcefully. This model is
equipped with a primary kickstarter, allowing the
engine to be started in any gear if the clutch is dis-
engaged. However, shifting the transmission into
the neutral position before starting is recommend-
ed.
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Fuel tank cap
Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
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Fuel
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in the tank.
Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler tube as
shown.
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1. Fuel tank cap
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NOTE:

If knocking or pinging occurs, use a different brand
of gasoline or higher octane grade.CAUTION:
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Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded
gasoline will cause severe damage to internal
engine parts, such as the piston rings, as well
as to the exhaust system.WARNING
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Do not overfill the fuel tank. Fuel expands
when it heats up. If the fuel tank is overfilled,
fuel could spill out due to heat from the en-
gine or the sun.

Be careful not to spill fuel, especially on the
engine or exhaust pipe which can cause a
fire and severe injury. Wipe up any spilled
fuel immediately.

Do not refuel right after the engine has been
running and is still very hot.

Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed securely.
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Fuel cock
The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the car-
buretor while also filtering it.
1. Fuel level
2. Fuel tank filler tube
Recommended fuel:
PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY
For Europe: PREMIUM UNLEADED GASO-
LINE ONLY with a research octane number
of 95 or higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
9.0 L (2.38 US gal) (1.98 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.0 L (0.53 US gal) (0.44 Imp.gal)

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The fuel cock lever positions are explained as fol-
lows and shown in the illustrations.
OFF
With the fuel cock lever in this position, fuel will not
flow. Always turn the fuel cock lever to this position
when the engine is not running.
ON
With the fuel cock lever in this position, fuel flows
to the carburetor. Turn the fuel cock lever to this
position when starting the engine and riding.

1. Arrow mark positioned over “OFF”
RES
ONFUEL
OFF
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1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
ON
FUEL
RES
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RES
This indicates reserve. With the fuel cock lever in
this position, the fuel reserve is made available.
Turn the fuel cock lever to this position if you run
out of fuel while riding. When this occurs, refuel as
soon as possible and be sure to turn the fuel cock
lever back to “ON”!
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Starter (choke)
Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel mix-
ture, which is supplied by the starter (choke).
Move the starter (choke) in direction (a) to turn onthe starter (choke).
Move the starter (choke) in direction (b) to turn off
the starter (choke).
See the “Starting a cold engine” section on page
6-1 for proper operation.
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Seat
To remove the seat
Pull the seat lock lever upward and pull up the seat
at the rear.
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
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ONFUEL RES
RES
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1. Starter (choke)
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(b)
(a)

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Pre-operation check list
Before operating this ATV, be sure to check the items listed in the following table.
NOTE:

The maintenance of some items in the table has to be performed by a Yamaha dealer. Refer to the “Periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart” on page 8-3 to determine which service should be performed by a
Yamaha dealer.
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Fuel


Check fuel level in fuel tank, and add recommended fuel if neces-
sary.

Check fuel line for leakage. Correct if necessary.4-8, 5-4
2-stroke engine oil

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

Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary.5-4
Transmission oil

Check oil level in transmission case, and add recommended oil to
specified level if necessary.

Check ATV for oil leakage. Correct if necessary.5-4, 8-8
Front brake

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

Check brake pads for wear, and replace if necessary.

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

Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary.5-4, 8-23, 8-24, 8-25

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Fuel
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in the tank.
(See page 4-8.)
WARNING

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Do not overfill the fuel tank. Fuel expands
when it heats up. If the fuel tank is overfilled,
fuel could spill out due to heat from the en-
gine or the sun.

Be careful not to spill fuel, especially on the
engine or exhaust pipe which can cause a
fire and severe injury. Wipe up any spilled
fuel immediately.

Do not refuel right after the engine has been
running and is still very hot.

Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed securely.
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2-stroke engine oil
Make sure that there is sufficient 2-stroke engine
oil in the oil tank. Add oil as necessary. (See
page 10-1.)
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Transmission oil
Make sure that the transmission oil is at the speci-
fied level. Add oil as necessary. (See page 8-8.)
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Front and rear brakes
Brake lever and brake pedal

Check that there is no free play in the brake le-
ver. If there is free play, have a Yamaha dealer
check the brake system.

Check for correct brake pedal height. (See
page 8-26.) If the pedal height is incorrect, have
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OPERATION
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully before riding
the ATV.
WARNING

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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to become
familiar with all controls in order to help pre-
vent any loss of control, which could cause an
accident or injury. If there is a control or func-
tion you do not understand, ask your Yamaha
dealer.
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Starting a cold engine
WARNING

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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.
CAUTION:

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See the “Engine break-in” section on page 6-4
prior to operating the engine for the first time.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
3. Turn the main switch to “ON” and the engine
stop switch to “RUN”.
4. Shift the transmission into neutral.
5. Use the starter (choke) in reference to the fig-
ure:
Position (1):

Cold engine start with ambient temperature be-
low 5 °C (40 °F).
Position (2):

Cold engine start with ambient temperature be-
tween 0 °C (30 °F) and 30 °C (90 °F).
Position (3):

Cold engine start with ambient temperature
above 25 °C (80 °F).

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Ambient temp./starter (choke) position

6. Completely close the throttle lever and start
the engine by kicking the kickstarter.
7. If the engine is started with the starter (choke)
in position (1), the starter (choke) should be
returned to position (2) to warm up the engine.
If the engine is started with the starter (choke)
in position (2), keep the starter (choke) in this
position to warm up the engine.CAUTION:
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For maximum engine life, always warm the en-
gine up before starting off. Never accelerate
hard when the engine is cold!
8. Continue warming up the engine until it idles
smoothly, then return the starter (choke) to
position (3) before riding.
NOTE:

The engine is warm when it responds normally to
the throttle with the starter (choke) turned off.
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Starting a warm engine
Follow the same procedure as for starting a cold
engine, with the exception that the starter (choke)
is not required when the engine is warm. Instead,
start the engine with the throttle slightly open.
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Shifting
This ATV has a 6-speed forward transmission. The
transmission allows you to control the amount of
power you have available at a given speed or for
starting, accelerating, climbing hills, etc.
1. Fully open
2. Half open
3. Closed
4. Starter (choke)
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To shift into neutral, return the throttle lever to the
closed position, apply the clutch, and then repeat-
edly depress the shift pedal until it stops.
When it stops, it will be in first gear. Raise the pedal
slightly to reach the neutral position.
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To start out and accelerate
1. Release the throttle lever.
CAUTION:

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Always close the throttle before shifting gears,
otherwise damage to the engine and drive train
may result.
2. Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch.
3. Shift into first gear.
4. Open the throttle gradually and at the same
time, release the clutch lever slowly.
5. Once the ATV has attained adequate speed,
release the throttle, and at the same time,
quickly pull in the clutch lever.
6. Shift the transmission into second gear.
(Make sure not to shift the transmission into
neutral)
7. Open the throttle part way and gradually re-
lease the clutch lever.
8. Follow the same procedure when shifting to
the next higher gear.WARNING

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Opening the throttle abruptly or releasing the
clutch lever too quickly could make the ATV
wheelie, which would increase the chance of
an accident, including an overturn.
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To decelerate
When slowing down or stopping, release the throt-
tle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly. As
1. Neutral position
2. Shift pedal
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