Target Audience:
Recreational and sport ATV riders; technicians and DIY owners performing their own service and repair
Class Competitors:
Rivals large-displacement sport ATVs such as the Honda TRX700XX and Can-Am DS450
Key Advantage:
Largest-displacement Japanese production sport ATV of its era with a proven 686cc single-cylinder engine
Engine:
686cc liquid-cooled SOHC single cylinder
Chassis:
Lightweight aluminum frame components with long-travel suspension
Drive:
Five-speed manual transmission with chain final drive
Systems Covered:
Complete vehicle: engine, fuel injection, transmission, chassis, suspension, brakes, electrical and body
Depth:
Full workshop level: disassembly, inspection, repair and reassembly procedures
Type:
Official dealer workshop service and repair manual, same as supplied to authorized service departments
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Binding:
Digital (no physical copy shipped)
General Information:
Safety notices, vehicle identification, torque specifications, special tools
Periodic Maintenance:
Service schedules, lubrication points, adjustment procedures
Engine:
Cylinder head, camshaft, valves, piston, crankshaft, balancer, oil pump
Fuel Injection System:
Throttle body, injectors, fuel pump, sensors, ECU diagnostics
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, coolant circuit
Exhaust:
Exhaust system removal, inspection and installation
Transmission and Final Drive:
Five-speed gearbox, clutch, shift mechanism, drive chain
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, ignition, charging system, starting system, lighting
Chassis and Frame:
Frame inspection, steering, bearings, fastener torque values
Suspension:
Front A-arms, rear swingarm, shock absorbers, preload and damping adjustment
Wheels and Brakes:
Front and rear disc brakes, calipers, master cylinder, wheel and tire service
Bodywork:
Fenders, seat, panels and cable routing
Troubleshooting:
Symptom-based diagnostics for engine, fuel injection, electrical and chassis faults
Step-by-Step Repair:
Detailed instructions and step-by-step diagrams for all workshop procedures
Specifications:
Complete service limits, torque values and fluid capacities
Diagnostics:
Self-diagnostic codes, fault-finding charts and test procedures
Level:
Dealer-level workshop documentation suitable for professional technicians and experienced DIY owners
Diagrams:
Exploded views, wiring diagrams and illustrated step-by-step procedures
Part Numbers:
Yamaha part numbers referenced in exploded diagrams
Special Tools:
Required Yamaha special tools identified for each procedure
Page Count:
N/A - exact page count not specified for this digital edition
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
Type:
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, single cylinder
Bore x Stroke:
102 mm x 84 mm
Compression Ratio:
9.2 : 1
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI), 42 mm throttle body
Ignition:
Digital TCI (transistor controlled ignition)
Fuel Type:
Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 11 liters (2.9 US gal)
Fuel Pump:
Electric fuel pump for EFI system
Brakes:
Hydraulic dual disc front, hydraulic single disc rear
Tires:
Front: AT21 x 7-10; Rear: AT23 x 10-9
Frame:
Steel tube frame with aluminum sub-components
Fenders:
Full-coverage front and rear fenders for rider protection
Footpegs:
Wide, aggressive gripper-style footpegs
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - ATVs are not subject to consumer crash test ratings
Initial Service:
First oil change and inspection at break-in interval per manual schedule
Oil Changes:
Regular engine oil replacement per periodic maintenance chart
Valve Clearance:
Periodic valve clearance inspection and adjustment
Air Filter:
Frequent inspection and cleaning; more often in dusty conditions
Engine Oil:
Yamalube 4-stroke oil or equivalent API SE/SF or higher, SAE 10W-40 typical
Coolant:
High-quality ethylene glycol antifreeze with corrosion inhibitors
Known Issues / Common Wear
Common Wear Items:
Drive chain and sprockets, brake pads, air filter element
Maintenance Notes:
Chain tension and lubrication critical for longevity; clean air filter after dusty rides
Manufacturer:
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., founded 1955, Japan
Sport ATV Lineage:
Raptor line evolved from the Banshee and Raptor 660 as Yamaha's flagship sport ATV family
Raptor 700 Introduction:
Introduced in 2006 as a replacement for the Raptor 660, with a larger 686cc engine
2009 Update:
Fuel injection adopted for the 2009 model year across the Raptor 700 range
2009-2011 Period:
Largely carry-over platform with minor updates during these model years
Assembly:
Yamaha production facility in Japan