lock YAMAHA YFM700R 2021 Owners Manual

Operating the reverse knob and driving in reverse ...................................................... 7-4
Engine break-in ........................................... 7-5
Parking ........................................................ 7-5
Parking on a slope ...................................... 7-6
Accessories and loading ............................. 7-6
RIDING YOUR ATV ........................................ 8-1 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV ................ 8-2
RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD JUDGMENT .............................................. 8-2
BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE ............... 8-8
TURNING YOUR ATV................................ 8-11
CLIMBING UPHILL ................................... 8-13
RIDING DOWNHILL .................................. 8-16
CROSSING A SLOPE................................ 8-17
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER .................................................... 8-18
RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN ............. 8-20
SLIDING AND SKIDDING.......................... 8-20
WHAT TO DO IF... ..................................... 8-21
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................................ 9-1 Owner’s Manual and tool kit ....................... 9-2
Periodic maintenance chart: Emission control system .......................................... 9-3 Periodic maintenance chart: General
maintenance and lubrication .................... 9-5
Removing and installing the panel............ 9-10
Checking the spark plug........................... 9-10
Engine oil and oil filter element................. 9-12
Why Yamalube ......................................... 9-17
Coolant ..................................................... 9-18
Cleaning the air filter element ................... 9-21
Cleaning the spark arrester ...................... 9-25
Adjusting the engine idling speed ............ 9-27
Adjusting the throttle lever free play ......... 9-28
Valve clearance......................................... 9-29
Adjusting the reverse lock release cable ....................................................... 9-29
Brakes....................................................... 9-29
Checking the front and rear brake pads... 9-29
Checking the brake fluid level .................. 9-30
Changing the brake fluid .......................... 9-33
Checking the front brake lever free play... 9-33
Checking the brake pedal height.............. 9-34
Adjusting the parking brake free play ....... 9-34
Brake light switches ................................. 9-36
Adjusting the clutch lever free play .......... 9-36
Drive chain slack....................................... 9-38
Lubricating the drive chain ....................... 9-40
Checking and lubricating the cables ........ 9-40
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EBU18325Speed limiterThe speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully
opening, even when the throttle lever is pushed to
the maximum.
Adjusting the speed limiter1. Loosen the locknut.
2. To increase the maximum engine poweravailable and the maximum speed of the ATV,
turn the adjusting screw in direction (a). To
decrease the maximum engine power avail-
able and the maximum speed of the ATV, turn the adjusting screw in direction (b). Do not
turn the adjusting screw out more than 12
mm (0.47 in) or the throttle cable could be
damaged. Always make sure the throttle lever
free play is adjusted to 2.0–4.0 mm (0.08–
0.16 in). (See page 9-28.) WARNING! Im-
proper adjustment of the speed limiter and
throttle could cause throttle cable damage
or improper throttle operation. You could
lose control, resulting in an accident.
[EWB00242]
3. Tighten the locknut.EBU18384Clutch lever
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting screw
3. No more than 12 mm (0.47 in)
3
12
(a)
(b)
1. Clutch lever
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The clutch lever is located on the left side of the
handlebar. To disengage the clutch, pull the clutch
lever toward the handlebar grip. To engage the
clutch, release the lever. The lever should be
pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth
clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch switch,
which is part of the ignition circuit cut-off system.
(See page 7-1.)
EBU18426Brake lever
The brake lever is located on the right side of the
handlebar. To apply the front brake, pull the brake
lever toward the handlebar grip.
The brake lever is equipped with a position adjust-
ing bolt. To adjust the distance between the brake
lever and the handlebar grip, hold the brake lever
away from the handlebar so it does not contact
the adjusting bolt, loosen the locknut, turn the ad-
justing bolt, and then tighten the locknut.EBU18434Brake pedal
1. Brake lever
2. Locknut
3. Brake lever position adjusting bolt
4. Distance between brake lever and handlebar grip
1. Brake pedal
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5The brake pedal is located on the right side of the
ATV. To apply the rear brake, push down on the
brake pedal.
EBU18521Parking brake leverUse the parking brake before starting the engine
or parking the ATV, especially on a slope. To apply
the parking brake, move the parking brake lever in
direction (a). To release the parking brake, move
the parking brake lever in direction (b).
WARNING
EWB00221
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
1. Parking brake lever (locked position)
1. Parking brake lever (unlocked position)
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EBU37980Fuel tank capRemove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
WARNING
EWB02522Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely
flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and
to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, fol-
low these instructions. 1. Before refueling, turn off the engine and besure that no one is sitting on the vehicle. Nev-
er refuel while smoking, or while in the vicinity of sparks, open flames, or other sources of
ignition such as the pilot lights of water heat-
ers and clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. When refueling, be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel
tank filler hole. Stop filling when the fuel
reaches the bottom of the filler tube. Because
fuel expands when it heats up, heat from the
engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of
the fuel tank.1. Fuel tank cap
1
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
1
2
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3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
NOTICE: Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since fuel may
deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
[ECB00982]
4. Turn the fuel tank cap fully clockwise to make sure it is securely closed.EBU38651FuelMake sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank
before starting off. Refuel if necessary.
WARNING
EWB02532Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or
death. Handle gasoline with care. Never siphon
gasoline by mouth. If you should swallow some
gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get
some gasoline in your eyes, see your doctor
immediately. If gasoline spills on your skin,
wash with soap and water. If gasoline spills on
your clothing, change your clothes.
TIPConfirm the gasoline pump nozzle has the same
fuel identification mark. Recommended fuel:Regular unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity: 11 L (2.9 US gal, 2.4 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 1.6 L (0.42 US gal, 0.35 Imp.gal)1. EN228 fuel identification mark
1
E5
E10
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5About the recommended fuel
This model’s engine has been designed to use
regular unleaded gasoline. The research octane
number should be 91 or higher. If knocking or
pinging occurs, try a gasoline of a different brand
or higher octane.
TIPGasoline containing ethanol can be used if the
ethanol content does not exceed 10% (E10). Gas-
oline containing methanol is not recommended
because it can cause damage to the fuel system
or vehicle performance problems. NOTICEECB00071Use 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.
EBU29892SeatTo remove the seat
Push the seat lock lever backward and pull up the
seat at the rear.1. Seat lock lever
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NOTICEECB00091Never turn an adjusting mechanism beyond
the minimum and maximum settings. Spring preload1. Elevate the vehicle and place a suitable stand under the frame.
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. Turn the spring preload adjusting nut in direc- tion (a) to increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension. Turn in direc-
tion (b) to decrease the spring preload and
thereby soften the suspension.
TIPThe spring preload setting is determined by
measuring distance A, shown in the illustration.
 The shorter distance A is, the greater the spring
preload. The longer distance A is, the lesser the
spring preload.
 Each complete turn of the adjusting nut chang-
es distance A by 1.5 mm (0.06 in). 1. Spring preload adjusting nut
2. Locknut
3. Special wrench
2
1
3
(a)
(b)
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4. Tighten the locknut to the specified torque. NOTICE: Always tighten the locknut
against the adjusting nut, and then tighten
it to the specified torque.
[ECB00082]
Rebound damping force
Turn the rebound damping force adjusting screw
in direction (a) to increase the rebound damping
force. Turn in direction (b) to decrease the re-
bound damping force.
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):Distance A = 268.0 mm (10.55 in)
Standard: Distance A = 262.0 mm (10.31 in)
Maximum (hard): Distance A = 253.0 mm (9.96 in)
1. Distance A
1
Tightening torque: Locknut:42 N·m (4.2 kgf·m, 31 lb·ft)1. Rebound damping force adjusting screw
1(a)
(b)
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WARNING
EWB02681Suspension components become hot during
operation. Never touch the compression
damping force adjusting bolt and screw, the
rebound damping force adjusting screw or the
oil reservoir with your bare hand or skin until
the suspension components have cooled. Notes on adjusting the suspension
A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha
dealer to make the spring preload adjustment.
 When adjusting the damping force settings, turn
the adjuster in direction (a) until it stops, and
then count the turns or clicks in direction (b).
 Although a damping force adjuster may turn or
click beyond the stated minimum settings, such
adjustments are ineffective and may damage
the suspension.NOTICEECB00091Never turn an adjusting mechanism beyond
the minimum and maximum settings.
Spring preload
1. Elevate the vehicle and place a suitable stand under the frame.
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. Turn the spring preload adjusting nut in direc- tion (a) to increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension. Turn 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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