tires YAMAHA YFM700R 2017 User Guide

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5*Brake hoses • Check for cracks or other damage, and replace if
necessary. √√√√
• Replace. Every 4 years
6 *Brake fluid • Change. Every 2 years
7 *Parking brake • Check operation and adjust if necessary. √√√√√
8 *Wheels • Check runout and for damage, and replace if nec-
essary. √ √√√
9 *Tires • Check tread depth and for damage, and replace if
necessary.
• Check air pressure and balance, and correct if necessary. √ √√√
10 *Wheel hub bearings • Check for looseness or damage, and replace if
necessary. √ √√√
11 *Swingarm pivots • Check operation and for excessive play, and re-
place bearings if necessary.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √√√
12 *Upper and lower
arm pivots • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√√
13 Drive chain • Check chain slack and adjust if necessary.
• Check rear wheel alignment and correct if neces-
sary.
• Clean and lubricate. √√√√√
NO. ITEM
CHECK OR MAINTENANCE
JOB INITIAL EVERY
Whichev-
er comes first month136612
km (mi) 320
(200) 1300
(800) 2500
(1600) 2500
(1600) 5000
(3200)
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88. Tighten the locknut at the clutch lever, and
then slide the rubber cover to its original po-
sition.
TIPIf the specified free play cannot be obtained as de-
scribed above or if the clutch does not operate
correctly, have a Yamaha dealer check the internal
clutch mechanism. EBU26865Drive chain slackThe drive chain slack should be checked before
each ride and adjusted if necessary.
To check the drive chain slack1. Place the ATV on a level surface.TIPWhen 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 rear wheel axle pinch bolts.
3. Insert a rod of a diameter of 8 mm (0.3 in) and a length of 10 cm (4 in) into one of the holes in
the drive chain tensioner as shown.
Drive chain slack:
25.0–35.0 mm (0.98–1.38 in)
1. Drive chain slack
1
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9tively, turn the wheels a little every month in
order to prevent the tires from becoming de-
graded in one spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store it in a cool, dry place and charge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in an exces-
sively cold or warm place [less than 0 °C (30
°F) or more than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more infor-
mation on storing the battery, see page 8-45.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before storing the
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Gear ratio:1st:
38/13 (2.923)
2nd: 28/14 (2.000)
3rd: 25/17 (1.471)
4th:
25/22 (1.136)
5th: 22/24 (0.917)
Reverse gear: 24/13 × 29/12 (4.462)Chassis:Frame type:
Aluminum die-cast and steel tube frame
Caster angle: 5.00 °
Trail:
22.0 mm (0.87 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
AT22 x 7-10
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/MS13 BiasRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: AT20 x 10-9 Manufacturer/model:
MAXXIS/M976Y Bias
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:
27.5 kPa (0.275 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)
Rear: 27.5 kPa (0.275 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)
Minimum: Front:24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm², 3.6 psi)
Rear: 24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm², 3.6 psi)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
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NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOwner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanel, removing and installing ..................................... 8-10
Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking brake free play, adjusting ............................... 8-34
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 ................................................... 8-41
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front (YFM70RSBH) ........................................................... 4-13
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front
(YFM70RSSH/YFM70RSXH) ..................................... 4-15
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear (YFM70RSBH) ........................................................... 4-20 Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear
(YFM70RSSH/YFM70RSXH) ..................................... 4-22
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 ....................................... 8-42
TTail/brake light ............................................................. 8-52
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-4, 5-5
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 8-28
Tires ............................................................................... 5-5
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-53
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-54VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-29
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 8-42
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-52
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-52
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