ABS YAMAHA YFM700R 2013 User Guide

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CLEANING AND STORAGE
EBU25902Cleaning Frequent, thorough cleaning of your ATV will not
only enhance its appearance but will improve its
general performance and extend the useful life of
many components.1. Before cleaning the ATV: a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe toprevent water entry. A plastic bag and
strong rubber band may be used.
b. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed.
2. If the engine case is excessively greasy, apply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not apply de-
greaser to the chain, sprockets or wheel ax-
les.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose. Use only enough pressure to do the job.
WARNING! Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability, increasing the chance of
an accident. Test the brakes after washing.
Apply the brakes several times at slow
speeds to let friction dry out the linings.
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NOTICE: Excessive water pressure may cause water seepage and deteriora-
tion of wheel bearings, brakes, transmis-
sion seals and electrical devices. Many
expensive repair bills have resulted from
improper high-pressure detergent applica-
tions such as those available in coin-oper-
ated car washers.
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4. Once most of the dirt has been hosed off,
wash all surfaces with warm water and mild,
detergent-type soap. An old toothbrush or bot-
tle brush is handy for hard-to-reach places.
5. Rinse the ATV off immediately with clean wa- ter and dry all surfaces with a chamois, clean
towel or soft absorbing cloth.
6. Dry the chain and lubricate it to prevent it from rusting.
7. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
8. Automotive type wax may be applied to all painted and chrome plated surfaces. Avoid
combination cleaner-waxes. Many contain
abrasives which may mar the paint or protec-
tive finish. When finished cleaning, start the
engine and let it idle for several minutes.
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Front wheel:Wheel type:Panel wheel
Rim size:
10 x 5.5ATRear wheel:Wheel type:Panel wheel
Rim size:
9 x 8.0ATFront brake:Type:Disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Double wishbone Spring/shock absorber type:
YFM700RD Coil spring/oil damper
YFM700RSED Coil spring/gas-oil damper
YFM7RD Coil spring/oil damper
YFM7RSED Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 230 mm (9.1 in)
Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
256 mm (10.1 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:Krypton bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2
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Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................. 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................. 8-3
Model label ................................................................... 11-1NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOwner’s manual and tool kit ........................................... 8-2PPanel, removing and installing ..................................... 8-10
Parking ........................................................................... 6-6
Parking brake free play, adjusting ................................ 8-35
Parking brake lever ........................................................ 4-8
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-6
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RReverse indicator light .................................................... 4-2
Reverse knob ................................................................. 4-9
Reverse knob and driving in reverse .............................. 6-4
Reverse lock release cable, adjusting .......................... 8-29
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-12
Self-diagnosis device ..................................................... 4-3
Shifting ........................................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ...................................................................... 4-9
Shift pedal, checking .................................................... 8-42
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front (YFM7RD/YFM700RD) .............................................. 4-13
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front
(YFM7RSED/YFM700RSED) .................................... 4-15 Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear
(YFM7RD/YFM700RD) .............................................. 4-19
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear (YFM7RSED/YFM700RSED) .................................... 4-21
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-25
Spark plug, checking .................................................... 8-10
Specifications ............................................................... 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-5
Start switch ..................................................................... 4-4
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................. 8-45
Storage ........................................................................... 9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots ......................................................... 8-44
Suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting
points, lubricating the rear ......................................... 8-43
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ........................................ 8-43
TTail/brake light .............................................................. 8-52
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-4, 5-5
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................. 8-28
Tires ............................................................................... 5-5
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-54
Troubleshooting charts ................................................. 8-55VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-29
Vehicle identification number ....................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking ..................................... 8-42
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-53
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-52
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