lock YAMAHA YFM700R 2010 User Guide

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TIP
A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha
dealer to make this adjustment.
The spring preload setting is determined by
measuring distance A, shown in the illustration.
The shorter distance A is, the higher the spring
preload; the longer distance A is, the lower the
spring preload. With each complete turn of the
adjusting nut, distance A is changed by 1.5 mm
(0.06 in).
3. Tighten the locknut to the specified torque.
NOTICE: Always tighten the locknut
against the adjusting nut, and then tighten
it to the specified torque.
[ECB00081]
1. Spring preload adjusting nut
2. Locknut
3. Special wrench
2
1
3 (a)
(b)
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
Distance A = 263.0 mm (10.35 in)
Standard:
Distance A = 260.0 mm (10.24 in)
Maximum (hard):
Distance A = 251.0 mm (9.88 in)1. Distance A
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4 Rebound damping force
Turn the rebound damping force adjusting screw in
direction (a) to increase the rebound damping
force and thereby harden the damping, and in di-
rection (b) to decrease the rebound damping force
and thereby soften the damping.
TIPMake sure that the position indicator marks are
aligned when the shock absorber assembly is set
to the standard setting.Compression damping force
Compression damping force (for fast compressiondamping)To increase the compression damping force and
thereby harden the compression damping, turn the
compression damping force adjusting bolt in direc-
tion (a). To decrease the compression damping
force and thereby soften the compression damp-
ing, turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b). Tightening torque:
Locknut:
42 Nm (4.2 m·kgf, 30 ft·lbf)
1. Rebound damping force adjusting screw
2. Position indicator marks
1(a)
(b)
2
Rebound damping setting:
Minimum (soft):
20 click(s) in direction (b)*
Standard:
12 click(s) in direction (b)*
Maximum (hard):
3 click(s) in direction (b)*
* With the adjusting screw fully turned in direc-
tion (a)
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Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out
shock absorber assembly yourself. Take the
shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha deal-
er for any service.EBU27963Adjusting the rear shock absorber as-
sembly This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a
spring preload adjusting nut, a rebound damping
force adjusting screw, with a compression damp-
ing force adjusting bolt (for fast compression
damping), and a compression damping force ad-
justing screw (for slow compression damping).
WARNING
EWB00440Suspension components become hot during
operation. Never touch the compression
damping force adjusting screw, the rebound
damping force adjusting screw or the oil reser-
voir with your bare hand or skin until suspen-
sion components have cooled.
NOTICEECB00090Never turn an adjusting mechanism beyond
the minimum and maximum settings.Spring preload
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the spring preload adjusting nut in direc-
tion (a) to increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, and in direc-
tion (b) to decrease the spring preload and
thereby soften the suspension.1. Spring preload adjusting nut
2. Locknut
3. Special wrench
1
(b)
(a) 2
3
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TIP
A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha
dealer to make this adjustment.
The spring preload setting is determined by
measuring distance A, shown in the illustration.
The shorter distance A is, the higher the spring
preload; the longer distance A is, the lower the
spring preload. With each complete turn of the
adjusting nut, distance A is changed by 1.5 mm
(0.06 in).
3. Tighten the locknut to the specified torque.
NOTICE: Always tighten the locknut
against the adjusting nut, and then tighten
it to the specified torque.
[ECB00081]
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
Distance A = 243.0 mm (9.57 in)
Standard:
Distance A = 233.0 mm (9.17 in)
Maximum (hard):
Distance A = 228.0 mm (8.98 in)
1. Distance ATightening torque:
Locknut:
42 Nm (4.2 m·kgf, 30 ft·lbf)
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64. Completely close the throttle lever and start
the engine by pushing the start switch.
NOTICE: For maximum engine life, never
accelerate hard when the engine is cold!
[ECB00162]
TIPIf the engine fails to start, release the start switch,
then push it again. Pause a few seconds before
the next attempt. Each cranking should be as short
as possible to preserve battery energy. Do not
crank the engine more than 10 seconds on each
attempt.EBU20501Operating the reverse knob and driving
in reverse
WARNING
EWB00720Improper operation in reverse could make you
hit an obstacle or even a person behind you,
resulting in serious injury. When you shift into
reverse, make sure there are no people or ob-
stacles behind you. When it is safe to proceed,
go slowly.
NOTICEECB00170Before shifting, stop the ATV, otherwise the
transmission may be damaged.1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop, apply the
clutch lever, and then shift the transmission
into first gear.
2. While applying the brake pedal, turn the re-
verse knob clockwise with your right hand.
3. Apply the clutch lever and shift the transmis-
sion into reverse by pressing down on the shift
pedal, and then release the reverse knob.1. Reverse knob “REV”
2. Shift pedal
2
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EBU20900Parking on a slope
WARNING
EWB00870Avoid parking on hills or other inclines. Park-
ing on a hill or other incline could cause the
ATV to roll out of control, increasing the
chance of an accident. If you must park on an
incline, place the ATV transversely across the
incline, apply the parking brake, stop the en-
gine, shift into first gear, and then block the
front and rear wheels with rocks or other ob-
jects.Do not park the ATV at all on hills that are so
steep you could not walk up them easily.
1. Bring the ATV to a stop by applying the front
brake.
2. With the front and rear brake applied, pull the
clutch lever, shift into the neutral position, re-
lease the clutch lever, and then apply the
parking brake.
3. Stop the engine by setting the engine stop
switch to“”.
4. With the front and rear brakes applied, pull the
clutch lever, shift into first gear, and then re-
lease the clutch lever, brake lever and brake
pedal.TIPMake sure that the neutral indicator light goes off.5. Turn the key to “OFF”.
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7 opening, even when the throttle lever is pushed to
the maximum. Turning in the adjusting screw limits
the maximum engine power available and de-
creases the maximum speed of the ATV. Turning
in the adjusting screw decreases top speed, and
turning it out increases top speed. (See page 4-7.)
Loading and accessories
As originally equipped, this ATV is not designed to
carry cargo or tow a trailer. If you choose to add ac-
cessories to carry cargo, you must use common
sense and good judgment.Use extra caution when riding the ATV with addi-
tional loads, such as accessories or cargo. The
ATV’s handling may be adversely affected. Re-
duce your speed when adding additional loads.
WARNING
EWB00971Improper loading or towing can increase the
risk of loss of control, an overturn, or other ac-
cident. To reduce the risk of an accident:
Do not exceed the maximum loading limits
for the vehicle (see box in this section or ve-
hicle labeling).
Make sure the load does not interfere with
your control or ability to see where you are
going.
Reduce speed and allow more room to stop.
A heavier vehicle takes longer to stop.
Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose terrain
carefully. Use extreme caution when towing
or carrying a load on inclines.
Turn gradually and go slowly.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting screw
12
MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT
ATV loading limit (total weight of cargo, rider,
accessories, and tongue):
100.0 kg (220 lb)
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7To climb a hill, you need traction, momentum, and
steady throttle. Travel fast enough to maintain mo-
mentum, but not so fast that you cannot react to
changes in the terrain as you climb.
It is important when climbing a hill to make sure
that your weight is transferred forward on the ATV.
This can be accomplished by leaning forward and,
on steeper inclines, standing on the footboards
and leaning forward over the handlebars. Whenev-
er possible, ride straight up hills.Slow down when you reach the crest of the hill if
you cannot see clearly what is on the other side –
there could be another person, an obstacle, or a
sharp drop-off. Use common sense and remember
that some hills are too steep for you to climb or de-
scend.
If you are climbing a hill and you find that you have
not properly judged your ability to make it to the
top, you should turn the ATV around while you still
have forward motion (provided you have the room
to do so) and go down the hill.
If your ATV has stalled or stopped and you believe
you can continue up the hill, restart carefully to
make sure you do not lift the front wheels which
could cause you to lose control. If you are unable
to continue up the hill, dismount the ATV on the up-
hill side. Physically turn the ATV around and then
descend the hill.
If you start to roll backwards, DO NOT apply the
rear brake, and apply the front brake gradually.
The ATV could easily tip over backwards. When
fully stopped, apply the rear brake as well, and
then lock the parking brake. Dismount the ATV im-
mediately on the uphill side or to a side if pointed
straight uphill. Turn the ATV around and remount,
following the procedure described in the Owner’s
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84. Insert the tailpipe into the muffler and align the
bolt holes.
5. Install the bolt and tighten it to the specified
torque.
6. Remove the purging bolt.7. Start the engine and rev it up approximately
twenty times while momentarily creating ex-
haust system back pressure by blocking the
end of the muffler with a shop towel.
8. Stop the engine and allow the exhaust pipe to
cool.
9. Install the purging bolt and tighten it to the
specified torque.
1. Tailpipe
2. Spark arresterTightening torque:
Tailpipe bolt:
8 Nm (0.8 m·kgf, 5.8 ft·lbf)
1
2
1. Purging boltTightening torque:
Purging bolt:
27 Nm (2.7 m·kgf, 19 ft·lbf)
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TIPIf the specified idling speed cannot be obtained as
described above, have a Yamaha dealer make the
adjustment.EBU24045Adjusting the throttle cable free play The throttle cable free play should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
The throttle cable free play should measure 2.0–
4.0 mm (0.08–0.16 in) at the throttle lever. Period-
ically check the throttle cable free play and, if nec-
essary, adjust it as follows.TIPThe engine idling speed must be checked, and ad-
justed if necessary, before adjusting the throttle ca-
ble free play.1. Slide the rubber cover back.
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. To increase the throttle cable free play, turn
the throttle cable free play adjusting bolt in di-
rection (a). To decrease the throttle cable free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b).4. Tighten the locknut.
5. Slide the rubber cover to its original position.
EBU24060Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use, resulting in
improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To
prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-
brication chart.1. Rubber cover
2. Throttle lever free play adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
4. Throttle lever free play
3 2
4 (a)(b)
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