Yamaha KODIAK 450 Owner's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Yamaha Manuals
  4. Offroad Vehicle
  5. KODIAK 450
  6. Owner's manual

Yamaha KODIAK 450 Owner's Manual

Atv
Hide thumbs Also See for KODIAK 450:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
It contains important safety information.
OWNER'S MANUAL
YFM450FAS
WARNING
This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age.
LIT-11626-17-25
5ND-F8199-11

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Yamaha KODIAK 450

Summary of Contents for Yamaha KODIAK 450

  • Page 1 READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY! It contains important safety information. OWNER’S MANUAL YFM450FAS WARNING This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age. LIT-11626-17-25 5ND-F8199-11...
  • Page 2 EBU00776...
  • Page 3 Yamaha experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pace-setting racing machines. With the purchase of this Yamaha, you can now appreciate the high degree of crafts- manship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
  • Page 4 EBU00801 IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SE- RIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe WARNING...
  • Page 5 Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this machine. EBU01067 YFM450FAS OWNER’S MANUAL ©2003 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, AFFIX DEALER U.S.A. 1st edition, April 2003 LABEL HERE All rights reserved. Any reprinting or...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    EBU00014 Indicator and warning lights .....4-2 WARNING Fuel gauge ........4-4 Indicates a potential hazard that could Speedometer unit ......4-4 result in serious injury or death. Handlebar switches ......4-6 Throttle lever ........4-13 Speed limiter ........4-14 CONTENTS Front brake lever......4-15 Brake pedal and rear brake lever ..........4-15 LOCATION OF THE WARNING Drive select lever ......4-16...
  • Page 7 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ... 5-1 Parking on a slope......6-9 Front and rear brakes ..... 5-2 Accessories and loading ....6-10 Fuel ..........5-4 Engine oil ........5-6 RIDING YOUR ATV ......7-1 Final gear oil........5-6 Getting to know your ATV ....7-3 Differential gear oil ......
  • Page 8 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND Inspecting the brake fluid level ..8-39 ADJUSTMENT........8-1 Brake fluid replacement ....8-41 Owner’s manual and tool kit.... 8-1 Front brake lever free play.....8-41 Periodic maintenance/ Rear brake lever adjustment ..8-42 lubrication ........8-3 Brake pedal position Panel removal and installation ..8-5 adjustment ........8-43 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..
  • Page 9 CLEANING AND STORAGE.... 9-1 A. Cleaning........9-1 B. Storage ........9-3 SPECIFICATIONS......10-1 NOISE REGULATION....11-1 MAINTENANCE RECORD .... 12-1 ATV LIMITED WARRANTY.... 13-1 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ........... 14-1...

  • Page 10: Location Of The Warning And Specification Labels

    EBU00464 L OCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS...
  • Page 11 Never remove any labels from your ATV. If a : 40kg (88 lbs) label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a NEVER sit on the carrier. Refer to instructions in the Owner's Manual. replacement label is available from your 5ND-F4877-00 Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 12 WARNING Overloading this ATV or carrying cargo improperly can change handling. stability and braking performance and can lead to an accident. Never exceed the maximum rear cargo limit of : 80kg (176 lbs) NEVER sit on the carrier. Refer to instructions in the Owner's Manual.
  • Page 13 NEVER operate this ATV if you are under age 16. Turning the ATV in 4WD-LOCK ( “DIFF. LOCK” ) takes more effort. YAMAHA 4XE-F415A-00 Operate at a slow speed and allow extra time and distance for maneuvers to avoid loss of control.

  • Page 14: Safety Information

    EBU13351 SAFETY INFORMATION AN ATV IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. An ATV handles differently from other vehicles including motorcycles and cars. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and riding on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precautions.
  • Page 15 Never operate an ATV without wearing an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly. You should also wear eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, a long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants. Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this ATV. Never operate at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions.
  • Page 16 Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this manual. Check the ter- rain carefully before you start up any hill. Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight forward. Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes.
  • Page 17 Always be careful when skidding or sliding. Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by prac- ticing at low speeds and on level, smooth terrain. On extremely slippery surfaces, such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of con- trol.
  • Page 18 WARNING When transporting the ATV in another vehicle, be sure it is kept upright and POTENTIAL HAZARD that the fuel cock is in the “OFF” posi- Improper handling of gasoline. tion. Otherwise, fuel may leak out of the WHAT CAN HAPPEN carburetor or fuel tank.
  • Page 19 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Starting or running the engine in a closed area. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Exhaust fumes are poisonous and may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always operate your ATV in an area with adequate ventilation.

  • Page 20: Description And Machine Identification

    EBU00032 D ESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 1. Rear shock absorber assembly 13. Fuses spring preload adjusting ring 14. Tail/brake light 2. Spark arrester 15. V-belt cooling duct check hose 3. Storage compartment 16. Coolant reservoir and tool kit 17. Oil filter cartridge 4.

  • Page 21: Identification Number Records

    This number can be used for ordering a new when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha key. dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen.

  • Page 22: Vehicle Identification Number

    Record the information on this la- bel in the space provided. This information will be needed to order spare parts from your Yamaha dealer. 1. Vehicle identification number NOTE: The vehicle identification number is used to 1.

  • Page 23: Control Functions

    EBU00039 C ONTROL FUNCTIONS WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. EBU12490 Main switch Functions of the respective switch positions are as follows: 1. Main switch The engine can be started only at this position and the headlights, taillight and meter lighting come on when the light switch is on.

  • Page 24: Indicator And Warning Lights

    EBU08020 EBU10601 Indicator and warning lights Differential gear lock indicator light “DIFF. LOCK” This indicator light and the differential gear lock indicator in the display come on when the differential gear lock switch is set to the “4WD- LOCK” position. NOTE: When the switch is set to “LOCK”, the differ- ential gear lock indicator light will flash until...
  • Page 25 EBU09720 Neutral indicator light “N” CAUTION: This indicator light comes on when the drive The engine may overheat if the ATV is select lever is in the “N” position. overloaded. If this happens, reduce the load to specification. EBU12500 After restarting, make sure that the Reverse indicator light “R”...

  • Page 26: Fuel Gauge

    EBU00052 Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. When the needle reaches the red line, refill the tank at the first opportunity. 1. Speedometer 2. Odometer/Tripmeter A/Tripmeter B 3. Clock/Hour meter 4. TRIP/ODO button 5.
  • Page 27 two tripmeters (which show the distance Odometer and tripmeter modes traveled since they were last set to zero) Pushing the “TRIP/ODO” button switches the a clock display between the odometer mode “ODO” an hour meter (which shows the total time and the tripmeter modes “A”...

  • Page 28: Handlebar Switches

    EBU00053 Clock mode Handlebar switches Pushing the “ ”/“ ” button switches the display between the clock mode “CLOCK” and the hour meter mode “HOUR” in the fol- lowing order: CLOCK→HOUR→CLOCK To set the clock 1. Push the “ ”/“ ”...
  • Page 29 EBU00607 Start switch “ ” CAUTION: The starter motor cranks the engine when this Do not use the headlights with the engine switch is pushed. turned off for more than thirty minutes. The battery may discharge to the point CAUTION: that the starter motor will not operate See starting instructions prior to starting properly.
  • Page 30 In this case, take the ATV to a hold this switch to override the 4WD-LOCK Yamaha dealer at the first opportunity. speed limiting function. (See page 4-11 for a detailed explanation about the differential gear lock switch and its function.) Releasing...
  • Page 31 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding too fast while the ATV is in 4WD-LOCK. WHAT CAN HAPPEN All wheels turn at the same speed when the differential is locked, so it takes more effort to turn the ATV. The amount of effort is more the faster you go. You 1.
  • Page 32 Four-wheel drive (4WD): Power is supplied WARNING to the rear and front wheels. POTENTIAL HAZARD Four-wheel drive with the differential gear Changing from 2WD to 4WD or from locked (4WD-LOCK): Power is supplied to 4WD to 4WD-LOCK (“DIFF.LOCK”), or the rear and front wheels when the differen- vice-versa while the ATV is moving.
  • Page 33 1. Lever 1. Differential gear lock switch “LOCK”/“4WD” 2. On-command four-wheel drive switch “2WD”/“4WD” 2. Lever On-command four-wheel drive switch Differential gear lock switch “LOCK”/ “2WD”/“4WD” “4WD” To change from 2WD to 4WD, stop the ATV, To lock the differential gear in 4WD, make sure and then set the switch to “4WD”.
  • Page 34 NOTE: WARNING When the switch is set to “LOCK”, the dif- POTENTIAL HAZARD ferential gear lock indicator light will flash Riding too fast while the ATV is in until the differential gear is locked. 4WD-LOCK. When the indicator light is flashing, turn- WHAT CAN HAPPEN ing the handlebar back and forth will help All wheels turn at the same speed when...

  • Page 35: Throttle Lever

    Check the operation of the throttle lever before you start the engine. If it does not work smoothly, check for the cause. Correct the problem before riding the ATV. Consult a Yamaha dealer if you 1. Throttle lever can’t find or solve the problem yourself. 4-13...

  • Page 36: Speed Limiter

    EBU01159 Speed limiter WARNING The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully POTENTIAL HAZARD opening, even when the throttle lever is Improper adjustment of the speed limit- pushed to the maximum. Turning in the ad- er and throttle. justing screw limits the maximum engine pow- WHAT CAN HAPPEN er available and decreases the maximum The throttle cable could be damaged.

  • Page 37: Front Brake Lever

    EBU00070 Front brake lever The front brake lever is located on the right handlebar. Pull it toward the handlebar to ap- ply the front brake. 1. Brake pedal 1. Front brake lever EBU00732 Brake pedal and rear brake lever The brake pedal is located on the right side of the ATV and the rear brake lever is located on the left handlebar.

  • Page 38: Drive Select Lever

    EBU00608 EBU00855 Drive select lever Recoil starter The drive select lever is used to shift your ma- Firmly grasp the handle and pull slightly until chine into the low, high, neutral, reverse and engagement can be felt. Then pull forcefully, park positions.

  • Page 39: Fuel Tank Cap

    EBU00092 Fuel tank cap WARNING Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun- POTENTIAL HAZARD terclockwise. Starting the engine without setting the drive select lever to the park position “P”. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could start to move unexpect- edly, which could cause an accident.

  • Page 40: Fuel Cock

    EBU00093 Fuel cock OFF Position The fuel cock supplies fuel from the fuel tank to the carburetor. The fuel cock has three positions. OFF: With the lever in this position fuel will not flow. Always turn the lever to this position when the engine is not running.

  • Page 41: Starter (Choke)

    EBU00095 Starter (choke) “ ” RES Position Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel mixture. A separate starter circuit supplies this mixture. Move in direction a to turn on the starter (choke). Move in direction b to turn off the starter (choke).

  • Page 42: Seat

    EBU05670 Seat To install the seat, insert the projections on To remove the seat, pull the seat lock lever the front of the seat into the seat holders and upward and pull up the seat at the rear. push down on the seat at the rear. NOTE: Make sure that the seat is securely fitted.

  • Page 43: Storage Compartment

    EBU01062 Storage compartment The storage compartment is located under the seat. (See page 4-20 for seat removal and installation procedures.) When storing any documents in the storage compartment, be sure to wrap them in a plas- tic bag so that they will not get wet. When washing the ATV, be careful not to let any wa- ter enter the storage compartment.

  • Page 44: Front Carrier

    EBU00582 EBU01104 Front carrier Front shock absorber adjustment The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the Maximum load limit: 40 kg (88 lb) rider’s weight and riding conditions. Adjust the spring preload as follows. To increase the spring preload, turn the ad- EBU00583 justing ring in direction a.
  • Page 45 NOTE: WARNING A special wrench can be obtained at a POTENTIAL HAZARD Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment. Improper shock absorber adjustment. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Standard position: 2 Uneven adjustment can cause poor 1 - Minimum (soft) handling and loss of stability, which 5 - Maximum (hard) could lead to an accident.

  • Page 46: Rear Shock Absorber Adjustment

    Rear shock absorber adjustment A special wrench can be obtained at a The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment. rider’s weight and riding conditions. Adjust the spring preload as follows: Standard position: 2 To increase the spring preload, turn the ad- justing ring in direction a.

  • Page 47: Auxiliary Dc Jack

    EBU10020 Auxiliary DC jack Maximum rated capacity for the auxiliary The auxiliary DC jack is located at the front DC jack: right side of the ATV. DC 12 V, 120 W (10 A) The auxiliary DC jack can be used for suitable work lights, radios, etc.
  • Page 48 1. Auxiliary DC jack EBU00112 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. 4-26...

  • Page 49: Pre-Operation Checks

    P RE-OPERATION CHECKS Before using this machine, check the following points: ITEM ROUTINE PAGE • Check operation, lever free play, fluid level and fluid leakage. Front brake 5-2–5-3, 8-38–8-42 • Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary. • Check operation, lever free play, fluid level and fluid leakage. 5-2–5-3, 8-38–8-43 Rear brake •...

  • Page 50: Front And Rear Brakes

    Always follow the inspection and main- and there should be a firm feeling when the tenance procedures and schedules de- brakes are applied. If not, have a Yamaha scribed in the Owner’s Manual. dealer inspect the brake system. Brake fluid level Check the brake fluid level.
  • Page 51 If problem cannot be corrected by the ad- the brakes do not provide proper braking per- justment procedures provided in this formance, inspect the brake pads for wear. manual, have a Yamaha dealer check for (See pages 8-38–8-39.) the cause.

  • Page 52: Fuel

    EBU01085 Fuel Your Yamaha engine has been designed to Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the use regular unleaded gasoline with a pump tank. octane number ([R+M]/2) of 86 or higher, or research octane number of 91 or higher. If...
  • Page 53 Fuel can spill, which can cause a fire hol containing methanol is not recommended and severe injury. by Yamaha because it may cause fuel system Fuel expands when it heats up. If the damage or vehicle performance problems. fuel tank is overfilled, fuel could spill out due to heat from the engine or the sun.

  • Page 54: Engine Oil

    EBU10842 EBU00493 Engine oil Final gear oil Make sure the engine oil is at the specified Make sure the final gear oil is at the specified level. Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-12– level. Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-17– 8-16.) 8-19 for details.) CAUTION:...

  • Page 55: Coolant

    Check to see that the throttle lever operates (up to the maximum level mark): correctly. It must open smoothly and spring 0.25 L (0.22 Imp qt, 0.26 US qt) back to the idle position when released. Have a Yamaha dealer repair as necessary for proper operation.

  • Page 56: Fittings And Fasteners

    Always check the tightness of chassis fittings WARNING and fasteners before a ride. Take the machine POTENTIAL HAZARD to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Operating this ATV with improper tires, Manual for correct tightening torque. or with improper or uneven tire pres- sure.
  • Page 57 2. The tires should be set to the rec- 4. Use no more than the following ommended pressure: pressures when seating the tire Recommended tire pressure beads. Front 25 kPa (0.25 kgf/cm , 3.6 psi) Front 250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm , 36 psi) Rear 25 kPa (0.25 kgf/cm , 3.6 psi)

  • Page 58: How To Measure Tire Pressure

    EBU00159 How to measure tire pressure Use the low-pressure tire gauge. NOTE: The low-pressure tire gauge is included as standard equipment. Make two measure- ments of the tire pressure and use the second reading. Dust or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading to be incorrect.

  • Page 59: Tire Wear Limit

    EBU00160 Tire wear limit When the tire groove decreases to 3 mm (0.12 in) due to wear, replace the tire. a. Tire wear limit 5-11...

  • Page 60: Operation

    2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”. there is a control or function you do not 3. Turn the main switch to “ON” and the en- understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. gine stop switch to “ ”. 4. Shift the drive select lever into the neutral...
  • Page 61 25 °C (80 °F) and warm engine tral or park position, if either indicator light start position. does not come on, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect its electric circuit. The engine can be started in any gear if the rear brake lever is applied. However, it is recommended to shift into neutral or park before starting the engine.

  • Page 62: Starting A Warm Engine

    NOTE: CAUTION: If the engine fails to start, release the See the “Engine break-in” section prior to start switch, then push the start switch operating the engine for the first time. again. Pause a few seconds before the next attempt. Each cranking should be as short as possible to preserve battery en- EBU00180 ergy.

  • Page 63: Drive Select Lever Operation And Reverse Driving

    EBU00846 Drive select lever operation and reverse driving CAUTION: Before shifting, you must stop the ma- chine and return the throttle lever to the closed position. Otherwise, the transmis- sion may be damaged. Shifting: Neutral to High and High to Low 1.
  • Page 64 If the light does not the drive select lever along the shift come on, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect guide. the reverse indicator light electrical cir- cuit.
  • Page 65 5. Open the throttle lever gradually and con- tinue to watch to the rear while backing. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly operating in reverse. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could hit an obstacle or person be- hind you, resulting in serious injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When you shift into reverse, make sure there are no obstacles or people behind...

  • Page 66: Engine Break-In

    If any abnormality is noticed during this peri- brand new, you must not put an excessive od, consult a Yamaha dealer. load on it for the first several hours of running. During the first 20 hours, the various parts in 0–10 hours:...

  • Page 67: Parking

    EBU00612 10–20 hours: Parking Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4 throttle. When parking, stop the engine and shift the Rev the machine freely but do not use full drive select lever into the park position, then throttle at any time. turn the fuel cock to the “OFF” position. After break-in: Avoid prolonged full throttle operation.

  • Page 68: Parking On A Slope

    EBU06151 Parking on a slope 1. Bring the machine to a stop by applying the brakes. WARNING 2. Stop the engine. POTENTIAL HAZARD 3. With the brake pedal applied, shift the Parking on a hill or other incline. drive select lever to the park position “P”. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could roll out of control, in- creasing the chance of an accident.

  • Page 69: Accessories And Loading

    Choose only accessories designed for your dlebars which could make steering difficult, ATV. Your Yamaha dealer has a variety of an accessory that limits your ability to move genuine Yamaha accessories. Other ac-...
  • Page 70 EBU09601 Loading Do not exceed the maximum tongue Cargo or a trailer can change the stability and weight. You can measure tongue weight handling of an ATV. You must use common with a bathroom scale. Put the tongue of sense and good judgment when carrying car- the loaded trailer on the scale with the go or towing a trailer.
  • Page 71 Ride more slowly than you would without a WARNING load. The more weight you carry, the slow- POTENTIAL HAZARD er you should go. Although conditions vary, Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow- it is good practice not to exceed low range ing cargo improperly.
  • Page 72 EBU14480 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. 6-13...

  • Page 73: Riding Your Atv

    R iding Your...

  • Page 75: Getting To Know Your Atv

    WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. begin to ride, be sure you have read this Own- GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV er’s Manual completely and understand the This ATV is mainly for utility use, but may also operation of the controls.

  • Page 76: Ride With Care And Good Judgement

    JUDGEMENT Beginning and inexperienced operators should complete the certified training Get training if you are inexperienced. course offered by Yamaha. They should Beginners should get training from a certified then regularly practice the skills learned instructor. in the course and the operating tech- Become familiar with this ATV at slow speeds niques described in this Owner’s Manu-...
  • Page 77 Not recommended for children under 16 years of age. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to follow the age recommenda- tions for this ATV. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use by children of ATVs that are not rec- ommended for their age can lead to se- vere injury or death of the child.
  • Page 78 This ATV is designed to carry operator and cargo only – passengers prohibited. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Carrying a passenger on this ATV. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this ATV. Could cause an accident, resulting in harm to you and/ or your passenger.
  • Page 79 Apparel Operating without protective clothing WARNING increases your chances of severe injury in the event of an accident. POTENTIAL HAZARD HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Operating this ATV without wearing an Always wear an approved motorcycle approved motorcycle helmet, eye pro- helmet that fits properly.
  • Page 80 Do not operate after consuming alcohol or WARNING drugs. POTENTIAL HAZARD Operator’s performance capability is reduced Operating this ATV after consuming al- by the influence of alcohol or drugs. cohol or drugs. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could seriously affect your judgment. Could cause you to react more slowly.
  • Page 81 Pre-operation checks WARNING Always perform the pre-operation checks list- POTENTIAL HAZARD ed on page 5-1 before riding for safety and Operating this ATV with improper tires, proper care of the ATV. or with improper or uneven tire pres- WARNING sure. POTENTIAL HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN Failure to inspect the ATV before oper-...
  • Page 82 Speed limiter WARNING For riders less experienced with this model, Indicates a potential hazard that could this model is equipped with a speed limiter in result in serious injury or death. the throttle lever housing. The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully opening, even Do not operate at speeds too fast for your when the throttle lever is pushed to the maxi- skills or the conditions.
  • Page 83 Loading and accessories WARNING Use extra caution when riding the ATV with POTENTIAL HAZARD additional loads, such as accessories or car- Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow- go. The ATV’s handling may be adversely af- ing cargo improperly. fected. Reduce your speed when adding WHAT CAN HAPPEN additional loads.
  • Page 84 During operation WARNING Always keep your feet on the footboards dur- POTENTIAL HAZARD ing operation. Otherwise your feet may con- Removing hands from handlebars or tact the rear wheels. feet from footboards during operation. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Removing even one hand or foot can re- duce your ability to control the ATV or could cause you to lose your balance and fall off of the ATV.
  • Page 85 Avoid wheelies and jumping. You may lose control of the ATV or overturn. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Attempting wheelies, jumps, and other stunts. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the chance of an accident, in- cluding an overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt stunts, such as wheelies or jumps.
  • Page 86 Never modify this ATV through improp- er installation or use of accessories. All parts and accessories added to this ve- hicle should be genuine Yamaha or equivalent components designed for use on this ATV and should be installed and used according to instructions. If you have questions, consult an autho- rized ATV dealer.
  • Page 87 Exhaust system Do not touch the hot exhaust system. The exhaust system on the ATV is very hot Do not park the ATV in a place where during and following operation. To prevent others might be likely to touch it. burns, avoid touching the exhaust system.

  • Page 88: Be Careful Where You Ride

    BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE This ATV is designed for off-road use only. Riding on paved surfaces can cause loss of control. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on paved surfaces. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ATVs are designed for off-road use only. Paved surfaces may seriously affect handling and control of the ATV, and may cause the vehicle to go out of con-...
  • Page 89 Do not ride on any public road, street, or high- way. Riding on public roads can result in collisions with other vehicles. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on public streets, roads or highways. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can collide with another vehicle. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV on any public street, road or highway, even a dirt or...
  • Page 90 Know the terrain where you ride. Ride cau- tiously in unfamiliar areas. Stay alert for holes, rocks, or roots in the terrain, and oth- er hidden hazards which may cause the ATV to upset. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating this ATV on unfamiliar terrain.
  • Page 91 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of traction or vehicle control, which could result in an acci- dent, including an overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain until you have learned and practiced the skills neces-...
  • Page 92 When riding in an area where you might not WHAT CAN HAPPEN easily be seen, such as desert terrain, mount You could be in a collision. You could a caution flag on the ATV. DO NOT use the be injured. flag pole bracket as a trailer hitch.
  • Page 93 Select a large, flat area off-road to become fa- With the engine idling, shift the drive select le- miliar with your ATV. Make sure that this area ver to the low position “L” or the high position is free of obstacles and other riders. You “H”.

  • Page 94: Turning Your Atv

    TURNING YOUR ATV HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD To achieve maximum traction while riding off- Always follow proper procedures for road in 2WD or 4WD, the two rear wheels are turning as described in this Owner’s mounted solidly on one axle and turn together Manual.
  • Page 95 Once you have learned this technique you should be able to perform it at higher speeds or in tighter curves. Improper riding procedures such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may cause the ATV to tip.

  • Page 96: Climbing Uphill

    CLIMBING UPHILL HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle Never operate the ATV on hills too steep overturns on hills. Be sure that you can ma- for the ATV or for your abilities. Practice neuver your ATV well on flat ground before at- on smaller hills before attempting large tempting any incline and then practice riding hills.
  • Page 97 WARNING An obstacle, a sharp drop, or another vehicle or person could be on the other POTENTIAL HAZARD side of the hill. Climbing hills improperly. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this Own- er’s Manual.
  • Page 98 If you are climbing a hill and you find that you WARNING have not properly judged your ability to make POTENTIAL HAZARD it to the top, you should turn the ATV around Improperly crossing hills or turning on while you still have forward motion (provided hills.
  • Page 99 When crossing the side of a hill: Always follow proper procedures as de- scribed in the Owner’s Manual. Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV. 7-27...
  • Page 100 If your ATV has stalled or stopped and you the front and rear brakes gradually, or dis- believe you can continue up the hill, restart mount the ATV immediately on the uphill side. carefully to make sure you do not lift the front WARNING wheels which could cause you to lose control.
  • Page 101 If you begin rolling backwards: Keep weight uphill. 2WD: Never apply the rear brake while rolling backwards. Apply the front brake. When fully stopped, shift to the parking position “P”. 4WD or 4WD-LOCK: Apply both front and rear brakes gradually. When fully stopped, shift to the parking position “P”.

  • Page 102: Riding Downhill

    RIDING DOWNHILL When this ATV is in 4WD or 4WD-LOCK, all When riding your ATV downhill, shift your wheels (front and rear) are interconnected by weight as far to the rear and uphill side of the the drive train. This means that applying either ATV as possible.
  • Page 103 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Going down a hill improperly. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to overturn. Always follow proper procedures for go- ing down hills as described in this Own- er’s Manual. Note: a special technique is required when braking as you go down a hill.

  • Page 104: Crossing A Slope

    CROSSING A SLOPE WARNING Traversing a sloping surface on your ATV re- POTENTIAL HAZARD quires you to properly position your weight to Improperly crossing hills or turning on maintain proper balance. Be sure that you hills. have learned the basic riding skills on flat WHAT CAN HAPPEN ground before attempting to cross a sloping Could cause loss of control or cause the...
  • Page 105 7-33...

  • Page 106: Crossing Through Shallow Water

    CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER Remember that wet brakes may have re- The ATV can be used to cross slow moving, duced stopping ability. Test your brakes shallow water of up to a maximum of 35 cm after leaving water. If necessary, apply (14 inches) in depth.
  • Page 107 Test your brakes after leaving the water. Do CAUTION: not continue to ride your ATV without verifying After riding your ATV in water, be sure to that you have regained proper braking ability. drain the trapped water by removing the check hose at the bottom of the air filter case, the V-belt cooling duct check hose, the drive select lever box check hose and...
  • Page 108 1. V-belt cooling duct check hose (left front side of ATV) 1. Storage compartment check hose 1. Drive select lever box check hose 1. V-belt case drain plug 7-36...

  • Page 109: Riding Over Rough Terrain

    RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN WARNING Riding over rough terrain should be done with POTENTIAL HAZARD caution. Look out for obstacles which could Improperly operating over obstacles. cause damage to the ATV or could lead to an WHAT CAN HAPPEN upset or accident. Be sure to keep your feet Could cause loss of control or a colli- firmly mounted on the footboards at all times.

  • Page 110: Sliding And Skidding

    SLIDING AND SKIDDING If the rear wheels of your ATV start to slide Care should be used when riding on loose or sideways, control can usually be regained (if slippery surfaces since the ATV may slide. If there is room to do so) by steering in the direc- unexpected and uncorrected, sliding could tion of the slide.
  • Page 111 With practice, over a period of time, skill at WARNING controlled sliding can be developed. The ter- POTENTIAL HAZARD rain should be chosen carefully before at- Skidding or sliding improperly. tempting such maneuvers, since both stability WHAT CAN HAPPEN and control are reduced. Bear in mind that You may lose control of this ATV.

  • Page 112: What To Do If

    WHAT TO DO IF ... If your ATV starts to slide sideways: This section is designed to be a reference Steer in the direction of the slide if you have guide only. Be sure to read each section on the room. Applying the brakes or accelerat- riding techniques completely.
  • Page 113 If your ATV is traversing a sloping surface: Be sure to ride with your weight positioned towards the uphill side of the ATV to main- tain proper balance. If the ATV starts to tip, steer down the hill (if there are no obstacles in your way) to regain balance.

  • Page 114: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment

    EBU00515 P ERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND Have a Yamaha dealer perform service if ADJUSTMENT you are not familiar with machine ser- vice. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrica- tion will keep your machine in the safest and EBU14510 most efficient condition possible. Safety is an Owner’s manual and tool kit...
  • Page 115 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD during a service operation requiring one, take Never modify this ATV through improp- your machine to a Yamaha dealer to check er installation or use of accessories. All the torque settings and adjust them as neces- parts and accessories added to this ve- sary.

  • Page 116: Periodic Maintenance/Lubrication

    EBU00261 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION INITIAL EVERY Whichever mile 1,500 1,500 3,000 ITEM ROUTINE comes first (km) (320) (1,200) (2,400) (2,400) (4,800) hours • Check valve clearance. Valves* • Adjust if necessary. • Check coolant leakage. Cooling system • Repair if necessary. •...
  • Page 117 • Correct if necessary. • Check operation. Lights and switches* • Adjust headlight beams. Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. NOTE: Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4 Brake fluid replacement: •...

  • Page 118: Panel Removal And Installation

    EBU00614 Panel removal and installation The panels illustrated need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a panel has to be removed or reinstalled. 1. Panel C 2. Panel D 3.
  • Page 119 EBU00700 Panel A, D To remove 1. Remove the seat. 2. Pull outward on the areas shown, and then pull upward.
  • Page 120 To install 1. Place the panel in its original position. 2. Install the seat.
  • Page 121 EBU01147 Panel B To remove Remove the bolt, and then take the panel off. To install Place the panel in the original position and in- stall the bolt. CAUTION: When installing the panel, be sure not to pinch the cables or wires. 1.
  • Page 122 EBU06173 Panel C To remove 1. Remove the top carrier bolts. 1. Bolt (× 2) (under fenders) 3. Remove the quick fasteners and pull the panel upward to remove. 1. Carrier bolt (× 4) (top) 2. Remove the carrier bolts under the fend- ers, and then take the carrier off.
  • Page 123 EBU01013 To install Panel E 1. Place the panel in the original position To remove and install the quick fasteners. Remove the bolts, and then take the panel off. 2. Place the carrier in the original position To install and install the carrier bolts under the Place the panel in the original position, and fenders.
  • Page 124 EBU00638 Panel F To install To remove Place the panel in its original position. Pull outward on the areas shown. 1. Panel F 8-11...

  • Page 125: Engine Oil And Oil Filter Cartridge

    EBU10991 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced at the inter- vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. To check the engine oil level 1.

  • Page 126: Change The Engine Oil

    To change the engine oil (with or without oil filter cartridge replacement) 1. Remove panel F. (See page 8-11 for panel removal and installation proce- dures.) 2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. 3.
  • Page 127 1. Oil filter wrench NOTE: An oil filter wrench is available at a nearby Yamaha dealer. 7. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge. NOTE: Make sure the O-ring is seated properly.
  • Page 128 1. O-ring 1. Torque wrench 8. Install the new oil filter cartridge with an 9. Install panel E. oil filter wrench, and then tighten it to the 10. Install the engine oil drain bolt, and then specified torque with a torque wrench. tighten it to the specified torque.
  • Page 129 12. Start the engine and warm it up for seve- Recommended engine oil: ral minutes. While warming up, check for See page 10-2. oil leakage. If oil leakage is found, turn Oil quantity: the engine off immediately and check for Without oil filter cartridge replacement: the cause.

  • Page 130: Final Gear Oil

    EBU11452 Final gear oil Final gear oil measurement 1. Place the machine on a level surface. 2. Remove the oil filler bolt, and then check the oil level in the final gear case. NOTE: The oil level should be at the brim of the filler hole.
  • Page 131 Final gear oil replacement 1. Remove the final gear case cover by re- moving the bolts. 1. Final gear oil drain bolt 5. Install the drain bolt, and then tighten it to the specified torque. 1. Final gear case cover 2.

  • Page 132: Differential Gear Oil

    EBU07061 Differential gear oil Recommended oil: Differential gear oil measurement SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil 1. Place the machine on a level surface. Oil quantity: 2. Remove the differential gear oil filler bolt 0.23 L (0.2 Imp qt, 0.24 US qt) and check the oil level.
  • Page 133 CAUTION: Be sure no foreign material enters the dif- ferential gear case. 3. Install the differential gear oil filler bolt. Differential gear oil replacement 1. Place the machine on a level surface. 2. Place a container under the differential gear case to collect the used oil. 1.

  • Page 134: Cooling System

    EBU12560 Cooling system Recommended oil: 1. Place the ATV on a level surface. SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil 2. Check the coolant level in the coolant Oil quantity: reservoir when the engine is cold as the 0.23 L (0.2 Imp qt, 0.24 US qt) coolant level will vary with engine tem- perature.
  • Page 135 3. If the coolant is at or below the minimum NOTE: If water is added, have a Yamaha dealer level mark, remove panel D (See pages check the antifreeze content of the cool- 8-6–8-7 for panel removal and installa- ant as soon as possible.

  • Page 136: Changing The Coolant

    EBU12572 Changing the coolant 1. Place the ATV on a level surface. 2. Remove panels E and F. (See pages WARNING 8-10–8-11 for panel removal and installa- POTENTIAL HAZARD tion procedures.) Removing the radiator cap when the en- 3. Place a container under the engine, and gine and radiator are still hot.
  • Page 137 1. Trough 1. Radiator cap 4. Remove the front carrier and panel C. 6. Remove panel D. (See pages 8-6–8-7 for (See pages 8-9–8-10 for removal and in- panel removal and installation proce- stallation procedures.) dures.) 5. Remove the radiator cap. 7.
  • Page 138 11. Install the coolant reservoir hose. 12. Pour the recommended coolant into the reservoir to the maximum level mark, and then install the reservoir cap and panel D. 13. Pour the recommended coolant into the radiator until it is full, and then install the radiator cap.

  • Page 139: Axle Boots

    15. Check for coolant leakage. NOTE: If any leakage is found, have a Yamaha deal- er check the cooling system. 1. Axle boot (× 2 each side) 16. Install the panels and the front carrier.

  • Page 140: Spark Plug Inspection

    EBU00864 Spark plug inspection 3. Use the spark plug wrench in the tool kit Removal to remove the spark plug as shown. 1. Remove panel A. (See pages 8-6–8-7 for panel removal and installation proce- dures.) 2. Remove the spark plug cap. 1.
  • Page 141 Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, take the ATV to a Yamaha dealer. You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode. If electrode erosion becomes ex-...

  • Page 142: Air Filter Element Cleaning

    EBU11331 NOTE: Air filter element cleaning If a torque wrench is not available when you NOTE: are installing a spark plug, a good estimate of There is a check hose at the bottom of the air the correct torque is 1/4 to 1/2 turn past finger filter case.
  • Page 143 1. Holder (× 4) 2. Air filter case cover 1. Air filter element frame 2. Air filter element 3. Remove the air filter element, and then 4. Wash the element gently but thoroughly remove it from its frame. in solvent. 1.
  • Page 144 7. Apply Yamaha foam air filter oil or other WARNING quality foam air filter oil to the air filter el- POTENTIAL HAZARD ement. If foam air filter oil is not available, Using low flash point solvents or gaso- engine oil may be used.

  • Page 145: V-Belt Cooling Duct Check Hose

    EBU06411 V-belt cooling duct check hose NOTE: The air filter element should be cleaned every If dust or water collects in the V-belt cooling 20–40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubri- duct check hose, remove the hose and clean cated more often if the machine is operated in extremely dusty areas.

  • Page 146: V-Belt Case Drain Plug

    2. Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out of NOTE: the muffler. If water drains from the V-belt case after re- moving the plug, have a Yamaha dealer in- spect the ATV as the water may affect other engine parts. 1. Bolt (× 3) 3.
  • Page 147 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper cleaning of the spark arrester. Hot exhaust system WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could injure the eyes. Could cause burns. Could cause carbon monoxide poison- ing, possibly leading to death. 1. Tailpipe 2. Spark arrester Could start a fire. 4.

  • Page 148: Carburetor Adjustment

    NOTE: requires very sophisticated adjustment. Most A diagnostic tachometer must be used for this adjusting should be left to a Yamaha dealer procedure. who has the professional knowledge and ex- 1. Start the engine and warm it up for a few perience to do so.

  • Page 149: Valve Clearance Adjustment

    This adjust- tion b to decrease the engine speed. ment however, should be left to a professional Yamaha service technician. Specified idle speed: 1,450–1,550 r/min 1. Throttle stop screw 4.

  • Page 150: Throttle Lever Adjustment

    EBU00307 Throttle lever adjustment NOTE: Adjust the engine idling speed before adjust- ing the throttle lever free play. 1. Loosen the locknut. 2. Turn the adjusting bolt until the throttle le- ver free play is 3–5 mm (0.12–0.20 in). 3. Tighten the locknut. a.

  • Page 151: Front Brake Pad Check

    Check the wear indicator grooves. If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator grooves have almost disappeared, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace the pads as a set. a. Brake pad thickness NOTE: The wheels need to be removed to check the brake pads.

  • Page 152: Inspecting The Brake Fluid Level

    EBU06221 NOTE: Inspecting the brake fluid level The wheels need to be removed to check the Insufficient brake fluid may let air enter the brake pads. (See pages 8-46–8-47 for wheel brake system, possibly causing the brakes to removal and installation procedures.) become ineffective.
  • Page 153 Observe these precautions: FRONT When checking the fluid level, make sure the top of the master cylinder reservoirs are level. Use only the designated quality brake fluid. Otherwise, the rubber seals may deterio- rate, causing leakage and poor brake per- formance.

  • Page 154: Brake Fluid Replacement

    The front brake lever should have a free play fluid immediately. of zero mm (zero in) at the lever end. If not, Have a Yamaha dealer check the cause if have a Yamaha dealer check the brake sys- the brake fluid level goes down.

  • Page 155: Rear Brake Lever Adjustment

    Replacement of brake components re- to decrease the free play. quires professional knowledge. These 3. Tighten the locknut. procedures should be performed by a If the correct free play cannot be obtained, ask Yamaha dealer. a Yamaha dealer to make that adjustment. 8-42...

  • Page 156: Brake Pedal Position Adjustment

    The top of the brake pedal should be posi- You could lose braking ability, which tioned 72 mm (2.8 in) above the top of the could lead to an accident. footrest. If not, have a Yamaha dealer adjust HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD After servicing: Make...

  • Page 157: Adjusting The Rear Brake Light Switch

    EBU12590 Adjusting the rear brake light switch 2. Turn the adjusting nut while holding the The rear brake light switch, which is activated rear brake light switch in place. To make by the brake pedal and rear brake lever, is the brake light come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction a.

  • Page 158: Cable Inspection And Lubrication

    Inspect cables frequently. Replace dam- aged cables. Lubricate the inner cables and the cable ends. If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. Recommended lubricant: Yamaha chain and cable lube or SAE 10W30 motor oil 8-45...

  • Page 159: Wheel Removal

    EBU01112 Wheel removal 1. Loosen the wheel nuts. 2. Elevate the ATV and place a suitable stand under the frame. 3. Remove the nuts from the wheel. 4. Remove the wheel. 1. Nut (× 4) 8-46...

  • Page 160: Wheel Installation

    EBU01121 Wheel installation 2. Lower the ATV so that the wheel is on the 1. Install the wheel and the nuts. ground. NOTE: Tapered nuts are used for both the front and rear wheels. Install the nut with its ta- pered side towards the wheel.

  • Page 161: Battery

    Keep out of reach of chil- tery. If the battery seems to have discharged, dren. consult a Yamaha dealer. Antidote: EXTERNAL: Flush with water. CAUTION: INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of wa- Do not try to remove the sealing caps of ter or milk.

  • Page 162: Battery Maintenance

    Then turn on the switches. If CAUTION: the fuse immediately blows again, con- A special battery charger (constant volt- sult a Yamaha dealer. age/ampere or constant voltage) is re- quired recharging sealed-type battery.
  • Page 163 1. Main fuse 2. Spare main fuse 1. Headlight fuse 2. Ignition fuse 3. Auxiliary DC jack fuse 4. Four-wheel drive fuse 5. Signaling system fuse 6. Odometer fuse (backup) 7. Spare fuse (× 3) Specified fuses: Main fuse: 30 A Headlight fuse: 15 A Ignition fuse:...

  • Page 164: Replacing A Headlight Bulb

    EBU12610 Replacing a headlight bulb WARNING If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as fol- POTENTIAL HAZARD lows. Using an improper fuse. 1. Remove the bulb holder cover at the rear WHAT CAN HAPPEN of the headlight by pulling it off. An improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system which could lead to a fire.
  • Page 165 2. Remove the headlight bulb holder by WARNING turning it counterclockwise. POTENTIAL HAZARD A headlight bulb is hot when it is on and immediately after it is turned off. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can be burned, or a fire could start if the bulb touches something flamma- ble.
  • Page 166 5. Install the bulb holder by turning it clock- wise. 6. Install the bulb holder cover at the rear of the headlight. 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb. CAUTION: Do not touch the glass part of the head- light bulb to keep it free from oil, otherwise the transparency of the glass, the luminos- ity of the bulb, and the bulb life will be ad-...

  • Page 167: Headlight Beam Adjustment

    Tail/brake light bulb replacement If the tail/brake light bulb burns out, have a CAUTION: Yamaha dealer replace it. It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. To raise the beam, turn the adjusting screw in direction a.

  • Page 168: Troubleshooting

    EBU00412 Troubleshooting WARNING Although Yamaha machines receive a rigid in- POTENTIAL HAZARD spection before shipment from the factory, Checking the fuel system while smok- trouble may occur during operation. Any prob- ing or near an open flame. lem in the fuel, compression, or ignition sys-...

  • Page 169: Troubleshooting Charts

    No fuel. 2. Compression There is compression. Compression normal. Use the electric starter to see if there is compression. Ask a Yamaha dealer to No compression. inspect. 3. Ignition Wipe clean with dry cloth. Ignition system is Spark is good.

  • Page 170: Engine Overheating

    Restart the engine. If the engine overheats again, ask a Level is OK. Yamaha dealer to inspect and/or repair the cooling system. NOTE: If it is difficult to get the recommended coolant, tap water can be temporarily used, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.

  • Page 171: Cleaning And Storage

    EBU00419 C LEANING AND STORAGE CAUTION: Excessive water pressure may cause wa- A. CLEANING ter seepage and deterioration of wheel Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine bearings, brakes, transmission seals and will not only enhance its appearance but will electrical devices. Many expensive repair improve its general performance and extend bills have resulted from improper high the useful life of many components.
  • Page 172 6. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery WARNING cleaner to keep the cover pliable and POTENTIAL HAZARD glossy. Operation with wet brakes after wash- 7. Automotive type wax may be applied to ing. all painted and chrome plated surfaces. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Avoid combination cleaner-waxes.

  • Page 173: Storage

    Do not apply oil to fuel) any rubber parts or the seat cover. NOTE: Use of fuel stabilizer and conditioner elimi- nates the need to drain the fuel system. Con- sult a Yamaha dealer if the fuel system needs to be drained instead.
  • Page 174 7. Remove the battery and charge it. Store it in a dry place and recharge it once a month. Do not store the battery in an ex- cessively warm or cold place (less than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30 °C (90 °F)). NOTE: Make any necessary repairs before storing the machine.

  • Page 175: Specifications

    EBU00428 S PECIFICATIONS Model YFM450FA Dimensions: Overall length 1,984 mm (78.1 in) Overall width 1,085 mm (42.7 in) Overall height 1,120 mm (44.1 in) Seat height 827 mm (32.6 in) Wheelbase 1,233 mm (48.5 in) Ground clearance 245 mm (9.65 in) Minimum turning radius 3,000 mm (118.1 in) Basic weight:...
  • Page 176 Model YFM450FA Engine oil: Type 0˚ 90˚ 110˚ 130˚F 10˚ 30˚ 50˚ 70˚ YAMALUBE 4 (20W40) or SAE 20W40 YAMALUBE 4 (10W30) or SAE 10W30 SAE 5W30 -20˚ -10˚ 0˚ 20˚ 30˚ 40˚ 50˚C 10˚ Recommended engine oil classification API Service SE, SF, SG type or higher CAUTION: In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the en- gine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not mix any...
  • Page 177 Model YFM450FA Final gear case oil: Type SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0.23 L (0.2 Imp qt, 0.24 US qt) Differential gear case oil: Type SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil Quantity 0.23 L (0.2 Imp qt, 0.24 US qt) Radiator capacity (including all routes): 1.3 L (1.1 Imp qt, 1.4 US qt) Air filter:...
  • Page 178 Model YFM450FA Spark plug: Type/manufacturer DR8EA / NGK Spark plug gap 0.6–0.7 mm (0.02–0.03 in) Clutch type: Wet, centrifugal automatic Transmission: Primary reduction system V-belt Secondary reduction system Spur gear 39/24 × 24/18 × 33/9 (7.944) Secondary reduction ratio Transmission type V-belt automatic Operation Left hand operation...
  • Page 179 Model YFM450FA Brake: Front brake type Dual disc brake operation Right hand operation Rear brake type Single disc brake operation Left hand and right foot operation Suspension: Front suspension Double wishbone Rear suspension Swingarm (monocross) Shock absorber: Front shock absorber Coil spring / oil damper Rear shock absorber Coil spring / oil damper...
  • Page 180 Model YFM450FA Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: 12 V, 30/30 W × 2 Headlight 12 V, 5/21 W × 1 Tail/brake light Indicator light: Neutral indicator light Reverse indicator light Coolant temperature warning light Park indicator light High-range indicator light Low-range indicator light Differential gear lock indicator light Fuses:...

  • Page 181: Noise Regulation

    EBU00430 N OISE REGULATION TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inop- erative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement of any de- vice or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or (2) the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.

  • Page 182: Maintenance Record

    EBU01126 M AINTENANCE RECORD Copies of work orders and/or receipts for parts you purchase and install will be required to docu- ment maintenance done in accordance with the warranty. The chart below is printed only as a re- minder to you that the maintenance work is required. It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work.

  • Page 183: Atv Limited Warranty

    EBU00432 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. ATV LIMITED WARRANTY 13-1...
  • Page 184 13-2...

  • Page 185: Yamaha Extended Service (Y.e.s.)

    EBU00435 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) 14-1...
  • Page 186 EBU00436 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. 14-2...
  • Page 187 EBU00437...
  • Page 188 LOCATE AND READ OWNER’S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS. (For replacement manual, call 1-800-532-1558) YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN USA 2003.05-2.6×1 CR...

This manual is also suitable for:

Yfm450fas

Table of Contents