YAMAHA GRIZZLY 125 2009 Owner's Manual

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Controls and instruments
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The ATV you have purchased may differ slightly
from the figures shown in this manual.
1. Rear brake lever
2. Parking brake
3. Reverse indicator light
4. Neutral indicator light
5. Front brake lever
6. Throttle lever
7. Main switch
8. Fuel tank cap
9. Handlebar switches
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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 re-
moved.
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.

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Indicator lights
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Reverse indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the reverse position.
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Neutral indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the transmis-
sion is in the neutral position.
1. Main switch
OFF ON
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1. Reverse indicator light “R”
2. Neutral indicator light “N”
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Handlebar switches
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Engine stop switch “ENG. STOP”
Set this switch to “RUN” 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 “OFF”.
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Start switch “START”
Push this switch to crank the engine with the start-
er.
NOTICE
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See the starting instructions on page 6-1 prior
to starting the engine.
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Light switch “LIGHTS”
Set this switch to “LO” to turn on the low beams
and the taillight. Set the switch to “HI” to turn on the
high beams and the taillight. Set the switch to
“OFF” to turn off all the lights.NOTICE

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Do not use the headlights with the engine
turned off for an extended period of time, oth-
erwise 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.
1. Engine stop switch “ENG. STOP”
2. Start switch “START”
3. Light switch “LIGHTS”
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Throttle lever
Once the engine is running, movement of the throt-
tle lever will increase the engine speed.
Regulate the speed of the ATV by varying the
throttle position. Because the throttle is spring-
loaded, the ATV will decelerate, and the engine will
return to an idle any time the hand is removed from
the 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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Malfunction of the throttle could make it diffi-
cult to speed up or slow down when you need
to. This could cause an accident. Check the op-
eration of the throttle lever before you start the
engine. If the throttle does not work smoothly,
check for the cause. Correct the problem be-
fore riding the ATV or consult a Yamaha dealer.
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Speed limiter
Your ATV was delivered 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 avail-
able and the maximum speed of the ATV, turn
the adjusting screw in direction (a). To de-
crease the maximum engine power available
and the maximum speed of the ATV, turn the
adjusting screw in direction (b).
1. Throttle lever
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3. Tighten the locknut.
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Improper adjustment of the speed limiter and
throttle could cause throttle cable damage or
improper throttle operation. You could lose
control, have an accident or be injured. Do not
turn the adjusting screw out more than 12 mm
(0.47 in) or the throttle cable could be dam-
aged. Always make sure the throttle lever free
play is adjusted to 1.0–3.0 mm (0.04–0.12 in).
(See page 8-23.)
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Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on the right handle-
bar. To apply the front brake, pull the brake lever
toward the handlebar grip.
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Rear brake lever
The rear brake lever is located on the left handle-
bar. To apply the rear brake, pull the brake lever to-
ward the handlebar grip.
1. Adjusting screw
2. Locknut
3. No more than 12 mm (0.47 in)
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1. Front brake lever
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Parking brake
Use the parking brake before starting the engine or
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.
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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
1. Rear brake lever
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1. Parking brake lock plate
2. Parking brake lever (locked position)
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accident. You could also wear out the brakes
prematurely.
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Drive select lever
The drive select lever is used to shift your ATV into
the forward, neutral and reverse positions. See the
“Operating the drive select lever and driving in re-
verse” section on page 6-3 for the drive select lever
operation.
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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.
1. Neutral “N”
2. Forward “F”
3. Reverse “R”
4. Drive select lever
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1. Fuel tank cap
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If knocking or pinging occurs, use a different brand
of gasoline or higher octane grade.
NOTICE

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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.
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:
UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY
For Europe: Regular unleaded gasoline only
with a research octane number of 91 or high-
er
Fuel tank capacity:
7.0 L (1.85 US gal, 1.54 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
1.3 L (0.34 US gal, 0.29 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
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1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
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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”
OFF
ONFUEL RES
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1. Fully open
2. Half open
3. Closed
4. Starter (choke)
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