Basic Information Identification Make: Yamaha Model: YFM350BAT Bruin Year: 2005 Vehicle Type: All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Product Type: Owners Manual PDF Download Introduction Market Position Category: Entry-level to mid-range recreational ATV. Competitive Analysis Competitors: Competed with similar displacement ATVs from brands like Honda (e.g., FourTrax 350), Suzuki (e.g., KingQuad 300), and Polaris (e.g., Sportsman 300/330). Key Features Primary Selling Points: Reliability, ease of use, comfortable ride, moderate off-road capability for recreational use and light utility tasks. Target Audience: Recreational riders, novice ATV enthusiasts, light utility users. Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage Scope: Features and operation of the Yamaha YFM350BAT Bruin, including safety, riding techniques, controls, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Safety Information Detail: Extensive safety information, including important safety precautions, safe riding practices, and warnings. Page Count Estimated Page Count: Refer to actual PDF for exact count (typically 100-200 pages for this type of manual). Manual Type Manual Type: Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Delivery Method: Download File Format: PDF Compatibility Compatible Operating Systems: All Versions of Windows & Mac Requirements Required Software: Adobe PDF Reader Manual Coverage Systems Covered Control Systems: Throttle lever, speed limiter, front brake lever, rear brake pedal and lever, parking brake, shift pedal, drive select lever, recoil starter. Engine Operation: Starting a cold engine, starting a warm engine, warming up, operation, engine break-in. Drivetrain: Drive select lever operation, shifting, reverse driving, rear shock absorber adjustment. Fuel System: Fuel tank cap, fuel cock, starter choke. Electrical System: Main switch, indicator lights, handlebar switches, battery, fuse replacement, headlight beam adjustment. Chassis And Body: Seat, storage box, front carrier, rear carrier, wheels, tires. Procedures Included Pre Operation: Pre-operation checks. Riding Techniques: To start out and accelerate, to decelerate, front and rear brakes, riding your vehicle, turning your vehicle, climbing uphill, riding downhill, crossing a slope, crossing through shallow water, riding over rough terrain, sliding and skidding. Maintenance Basic: Lubrication, periodic maintenance, throttle lever adjustment, cable inspection, front brake lever free play adjustment, rear brake adjustment, clutch adjustment. Maintenance Fluids: Engine oil, transfer gear oil, final gear oil, differential gear oil, replenishing the battery fluid. Maintenance Parts: Wheel removal and installation, spark plug inspection, air filter cleaning, spark arrester cleaning, front axle boots inspection, replacing the headlight bulb. Troubleshooting: Troubleshooting chart, common problems. Engine Tuning: Carburetor adjustment, idle speed adjustment, valve clearance adjustment covered. Electrical Troubleshooting: Fuse replacement, headlight beam adjustment covered. Basic electrical system checks implied. Wheel And Tire Maintenance: Wheel removal/installation, tire pressure measurement, tire wear limit, tire inspection covered. Brake Adjustment: Front and rear brake adjustment procedures detailed. Vehicle Operation: Covers all fundamental aspects of vehicle operation, from starting to maneuvering and parking. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive owner-level information, including essential maintenance, operation, safety, and basic troubleshooting. Not a full service manual for advanced repairs. Diagnostic Level: Focuses on owner-level diagnostics and troubleshooting rather than in-depth mechanical repair procedures found in a factory service manual. Identification Information Identification Details: Includes recording of key identification number and vehicle identification number, and describes the model label. Accessories And Loading Loading Guidelines: Information on accessories and loading is provided, likely covering rack capacities and safe loading practices. Maintenance And Storage Storage Procedures: Includes guidance on storage, likely for both short-term and long-term. Manual Specifications File Format File Quality: PDF (quality may vary depending on the original source digitization). Searchability: Likely text-searchable if the PDF is properly indexed. Print Quality Printable: Yes, pages can be printed. Binding Type Binding Type: Not applicable (digital download). Paper Type Paper Type: Not applicable (digital download). Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, parallel-twin cylinder. Displacement: 348cc Bore X Stroke: 74.0 mm x 81.0 mm Compression Ratio: 9.2:1 Performance Horsepower: Approx. 18-20 HP (estimated, actual may vary) Torque: Not explicitly stated in description, but adequate for class. Fuel System Carburetor: Mikuni VM26SS (or similar specification, confirm with specific model details if available). Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline Lubrication Oil Type: Yamalube 4 (or equivalent SAE 10W-30, API SE, SF, SG type oil) for engine oil. Refer to manual for specific viscosities based on temperature. Ignition Ignition System: C.D.I. (Capacitor Discharge Ignition) Cooling Cooling System: Air-cooled Transmission Standard Transmission Type: Automatic (Continuously Variable Transmission - CVT) Drive System: Shaft drive with selectable 2WD/4WD. Features Gear Selection: Forward (Hi/Lo range), Neutral, Reverse. Fluid Specifications Transfer Gear Oil: Yamaha Gear Oil (or equivalent SAE 80 API GL-4 type oil). Final Gear Oil: Yamaha Gear Oil (or equivalent SAE 80 API GL-4 type oil). Dimensions Exterior Length: Approx. 76.8 inches (1950 mm) Width: Approx. 42.1 inches (1070 mm) Height: Approx. 44.7 inches (1135 mm) Weights Dry Weight: Approx. 470 lbs (213 kg) Ground Clearance: Approx. 6.3 inches (160 mm) Cargo Front Rack Capacity: Approx. 88 lbs (40 kg) Rear Rack Capacity: Approx. 176 lbs (80 kg) Safety Features Ratings Safety Certification: Designed for off-road use. Not street legal. Active...