Target Audience:
Yamaha Grizzly 550/700 owners with basic mechanical skills, independent repair shops, and professional mechanics.
Advantage:
Provides the same level of detail and accuracy as manuals used by authorized Yamaha dealers.
Value Proposition:
Enables DIY repairs, saving significant costs on maintenance and repairs, and empowering owners with knowledge.
Content Highlight:
Includes step-by-step instructions, diagrams, illustrations, wiring schematics, and detailed specifications.
Engine System:
Engine specifications, disassembly, assembly, internal components, piston, rings, cylinder, valve train, timing, decarbonization.
Fuel System:
Fuel injection system, throttle body, fuel pump, injectors, fuel filter, fuel tank, fuel lines, troubleshooting.
Cooling System:
Radiator, cooling fan, thermostat, water pump, coolant, hoses, troubleshooting.
Transmission Drive:
Automatic transmission (Ultramatic), drive clutch, driven clutch, belt inspection and replacement, gearcase lubrication, drive shafts, CV joints, differential.
Electrical System:
Ignition system, starting system, charging system (stator, regulator/rectifier), battery, lighting, switches, fuses, wiring harness, troubleshooting.
Steering Suspension:
Handlebar, steering shaft, tie rods, ball joints, wheel bearings, front and rear suspension, shock absorbers, bushings, adjustments.
Brakes:
Front and rear hydraulic disc brakes, brake pads, calipers, master cylinders, brake lines, brake fluid, parking brake, bleeding procedures.
Bodywork Chassis:
Frame, fenders, plastic body panels, seat, handlebars, footrests, skid plates, removal and installation procedures.
Exhaust Intake:
Exhaust pipe, muffler, spark arrestor, air filter box, intake manifold.
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacement, spark plug service, air filter cleaning/replacement, chain adjustment (if applicable, though belt driven), fluid level checks.
Periodic Checks:
Brake system checks, suspension checks, tire pressure, fastener torque checks, fluid line inspections.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic flowcharts, common problems and solutions, electrical system troubleshooting using wiring diagrams.
Repair Rebuild:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for component disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly.
Engine Overhaul:
Complete engine removal and installation, internal engine component overhauls.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Wiring diagrams, component testing, fault finding.
Depth:
Comprehensive - covers everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including advanced diagnostics.
Detail Level:
Step-by-step instructions with detailed diagrams, illustrations, and torque specifications.
Engine Type:
4-stroke, SOHC, liquid-cooled, 4-valve
Bore X Stroke:
95.0 mm x 75.0 mm
Compression Ratio:
9.1 : 1
Engine Type:
4-stroke, DOHC, liquid-cooled, 4-valve
Bore X Stroke:
100.0 mm x 85.9 mm
Compression Ratio:
8.1 : 1
Horsepower Approximate:
550: ~40 hp, 700: ~50 hp (Figures vary based on testing conditions and regulations)
Torque Approximate:
550: ~34 lb-ft, 700: ~42 lb-ft (Figures vary based on testing conditions and regulations)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, minimum octane rating 87
Oil Type:
Yamalube 4 (or equivalent) SAE 10W-40 or 20W-50 (refer to manual for specific seasonal recommendations)
Oil Capacity W Filter:
Approx. 2.4 L (2.5 US qt) for 700, Approx. 2.1 L (2.2 US qt) for 550 (Verify with manual)
Engine Oil Change:
Every 1,000 km (600 miles) or 6 months, whichever comes first.
Air Filter Cleaning:
Every 500 km (300 miles) or 3 months; replace as needed.
Spark Plug Check:
Every 1,000 km (600 miles) or 6 months.
Transmission Oil Change:
Every 2,000 km (1,200 miles) or 12 months.
Coolant Type:
Yamaha Coolant (50/50 mixture of antifreeze and distilled water)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid
Common Wear Items:
Drive belt (Ultramatic system), wheel bearings, ball joints, tie rod ends, brake pads.
Potential Electrical:
While generally reliable, voltage regulator/rectifier issues can occur with age/heat exposure.