tires YAMAHA YFZ50 2018 User Guide

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5*Wheels • Check runout and for damage, and replace if nec-
essary. √ √√√
6 *Tires • Check tread depth and for damage, and replace if
necessary.
• Check air pressure and balance, and correct if necessary. √ √√√
7 *Wheel hub bearings • Check for looseness or damage, and replace if
necessary. √ √√√
8 *Front arm pivots • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √√√
9Drive chain • Check chain slack and adjust if necessary.
• Check rear wheel alignment and correct if neces-
sary.
• Clean and lubricate. √√√√√
10 *V- b e l t • Check for wear, cracks or other damage, and re-
place if necessary. √ √√√
11 *Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are
properly tightened. √√√√√
12 *Shock absorber as-
semblies • Check operation and correct if necessary.
• Check for oil leakage and replace if necessary.
√√√
13 *Front knuckle piv-
ots • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√√
14 *Steering shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √√√
NO. ITEM
CHECK OR MAINTENANCE
JOB INITIAL EVERY
Whichev-
er comes first month136612
km (mi) 240
(150) 1300
(800) 2500
(1600) 2500
(1600) 5000
(3200)
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TIPAfter adjusting the brake lever free play, check the
rear brake shoes for wear. EBU34014Drive chain slackThe drive chain slack should be checked before
each ride and adjusted if necessary.TIPWhen checking and adjusting the drive chain
slack, there should be no weight on the ATV and
all tires must be touching the ground.
To check the drive chain slack1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
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. Loosen the bolts and nuts.
1. Rear brake lever free play adjusting nut
1
(a)
(b)
Drive chain slack: 6.0–12.0 mm (0.24–0.47 in)1. Drive chain slack
1
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e. Install the spark plug and the spark plug
cap.
6. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers.
7. Put the frame on stands or blocks to raise all wheels off the ground. (Alternatively, turn the
wheels each month to prevent the tires from
degrading in one spot.)
8. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it.
9. Remove the battery and fully charge it. (See page 8-32.)
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Caster angle:1.10 °
Trail: 10.4 mm (0.41 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: AT16 x 6.5-7
Manufacturer/model:
DURO/DI2040Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
AT16 x 7-7
Manufacturer/model: DURO/DI2041Loading:Maximum loading limit:
41.0 kg (90 lb)
(Total weight of rider, cargo, accessories, and tongue)Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):Recommended:Front:
13.8 kPa (0.138 kgf/cm², 2.0 psi)
Rear: 13.8 kPa (0.138 kgf/cm², 2.0 psi)
Minimum: Front: 12.4 kPa (0.124 kgf/cm², 1.8 psi) Rear:
12.4 kPa (0.124 kgf/cm², 1.8 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size: 7 x 5.2ATRear wheel:Wheel type:
Panel wheel
Rim size: 7 x 5.2ATFront brake:Type:
Mechanical leading, trailing drum brake
Operation: Right hand operationRear brake:Type:
Mechanical leading, trailing drum brake
Operation: Left hand operationFront suspension:Type:
Swing axle
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 60 mm (2.4 in)
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Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RRiding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-12
Shock absorber, adjusting the rear ............................. 4-13
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-19
Spark plug, checking ..................................................... 8-9
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-3
Starter (choke) ............................................................. 4-11
Start switch .................................................................... 4-2
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-31
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2TThrottle lever ...........................................................4-3, 5-3
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 8-21
Tires ............................................................................... 5-3
Transmission oil ....................................................5-3, 8-14
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-37
Troubleshooting chart .................................................. 8-38VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-22
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 8-30
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-36
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-35
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