Target Audience:
Trail riders and long-distance touring enthusiasts seeking a four-stroke, fuel-efficient snowmobile
Segment:
Four-stroke trail / touring snowmobile
Key Advantage:
Fuel-injected four-stroke engine delivering strong fuel economy, low emissions, and extended service intervals compared with two-stroke competitors
Primary Rivals:
Ski-Doo GTX / Grand Touring and Polaris touring models of the same era
Engine:
1049cc liquid-cooled four-stroke with fuel injection
Suspension:
ProComfort VR rear suspension with coupled torsion springs
Comfort:
Touring-oriented ergonomics and smooth ride characteristics
General Information:
Specifications, safety notices, torque tables, and special tools
Engine:
Removal, installation, disassembly, inspection, and rebuilding of the 1049cc four-stroke powerplant
Fuel Injection System:
Throttle body servicing, fuel pump testing, sensor diagnostics, and EFI fault troubleshooting
Cooling System:
Radiator, coolant pump, thermostat, and heat exchanger service procedures
CVT / Clutch System:
Yamaha Mono-Rotor primary and secondary clutch inspection, calibration, and rebuild
Chain Drive:
Chain case, drive chain, and sprocket inspection and adjustment
Front Suspension:
Independent double wishbone arm, ski, spindle, and shock service
Rear Suspension:
ProComfort VR suspension removal, disassembly, and torque specifications
Brakes:
Hydraulic disc brake bleeding, pad replacement, and caliper service
Steering:
Steering system inspection and alignment
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, ignition, lighting, gauges, and starter system diagnostics
Track and Drivetrain:
Track tension, alignment, and drive axle service
Procedures:
Step-by-step disassembly, inspection, and reassembly instructions with torque specifications
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting charts and self-diagnostic procedures for EFI and electrical faults
Illustrations:
Exploded view diagrams and detailed photographs
Specifications:
Complete factory specification tables for wear limits and clearances
Parts Data:
OEM part numbers referenced within exploded diagrams
Fluids:
Factory-recommended lubricants and capacities
Torque Values:
Fastener torque specifications provided throughout
Page Count:
N/A - not specified for this manual
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine Type:
Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, 4-valve, DOHC
Bore X Stroke:
82.0 mm x 66.2 mm
Cylinders:
3-cylinder inline
Cooling System:
Liquid-cooled
Power Output:
N/A - not published in factory specifications for this model
Top Speed:
N/A - not specified for this model
Fuel Induction:
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline
Fuel Tank Capacity:
37 L (9.8 US gal)
Length:
N/A - not specified for this model
Width:
N/A - not specified for this model
Height:
N/A - not specified for this model
Wheelbase:
N/A - not specified for this model
Dry Weight:
Approximately 269 kg (593 lbs)
Braking:
Dual hydraulic disc brakes with ventilated rear disc
Lighting:
Halogen headlight and tail light
Frame Protection:
Rigid twin-spar chassis designed for impact durability
Kill Switch:
Tether-style engine stop switch
Crash Test Information:
N/A - snowmobiles are not subject to consumer crash test ratings
Gauge Cluster:
Analog/digital display with speedometer, tachometer, and fuel level
Warning Indicators:
Engine diagnostic and self-diagnostic indicator system
Driver Assistance:
N/A - driver assistance systems not applicable to this model year
Audio System:
N/A - not factory-equipped on this model
Initial Oil Change:
500 km or 6 months
Regular Oil Change:
1000 km or 12 months
Engine Oil Type:
Yamalube 4-stroke SAE 10W-40
Engine Oil Capacity:
3.7 L (3.9 US qt)
Coolant:
High-quality ethylene glycol antifreeze containing corrosion inhibitors for aluminum engines
Fuel:
Unleaded gasoline, 37 L (9.8 US gal) tank
Spark Plug:
NGK CR9E - inspect and replace at scheduled intervals
Drive Belt:
CVT belt - inspect for wear, cracks, and glazing regularly
Brake Pads:
Inspect dual hydraulic disc pads for wear
Track Tension:
Check and adjust track tension and alignment periodically
Chain Case Oil:
Inspect and replace chain case lubricant at recommended intervals
Manufacturer:
Yamaha Motor Company, founded 1955, producing snowmobiles since 1968
Four-Stroke Leadership:
Yamaha pioneered mainstream four-stroke snowmobiles with the RX-1 in 2003
RS Vector Introduction:
Introduced in 2006 as a lighter, trail-focused four-stroke sibling to the RX-1 platform
2010 Model Year:
Continued with fuel injection, the Mono-Rotor CVT, and the ProComfort VR rear suspension
Production Location:
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing facility in Japan
