2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional Owners Manual
2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional Manual
2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional manual content summary:
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OWNER'S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. VK10A LIT-12628-02-96 8GS-28199-14 - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 2
ESU10041 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 3
sporting and touring snowmobiles. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields. This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this snowmobile. If you have any questions concerning the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 4
information ESU10151 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 5
Contents Location of the important labels ...1 Safety information ...5 Description ...7 Control functions ...9 Main switch ...9 Starter (choke) lever ...9 Throttle lever ...9 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...10 Multi-function meter unit ...10 High beam indicator light ...11 Low coolant - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 6
a headlight bulb ...Adjusting the headlight beams ...Fittings and fasteners ...Battery ...Replacing a fuse ...64 64 65 65 66 Troubleshooting ...69 Storage ...73 Specifications ...75 Consumer information...77 Identification number records ...77 Vehicle Emission Control Information label ...78 YAMAHA - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 7
Location of the important labels ESU10215 Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label is - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 8
350 cm³ (11.8 oz) GL-3 75W or 80W 3. TRACK TENSION 35 ~ 45 mm (1.38 ~ 1.77 in)/100 N (10 kg, 22 lb) * FOR MORE INFO: SEE SERVICE MANUAL FOR THIS MODEL. * SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT ENTRAÎNEMENT 1. CAPACITÉ D'HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE 350 - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 9
Location of the important labels 7 8 8GS-77763-E0 9 MAX. TOWING FORCE MAX. VERTICAL FORCE FORCE DE REMORQUAGE MAX. FORCE VERTICALE MAX. 1176 N (120 kgf), 264 lbf 147 N (15 kgf), 33 lbf 8GS-2817S-E0 10 LOAD LIMIT / CHARGE LIMITE 20kg {44lbs} 8FM-24897-01 11 LOAD LIMIT / CHARGE LIMITE 5kg {11lbs} - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 10
and clamps for correct installation after battery service or air box removal. See Service Manual. ATTENTION Des dommages graves risquent de to Owner's Manual. FILS DE BRANCHEMENT DES CÂBLES DE DÉMARRAGE • Effectuer le branchement des câbles de démarrage conformément aux instructions du Manuel du - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 11
release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. While using your snowmobile G Before you operate your snowmobile G G Read the Owner's Manual and all labels. Become familiar with all of the operating controls and their function. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any control or function - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 12
Safety information be unable to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide can linger for hours or days in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas. If you experience any symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately, get fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT. G Do not run - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 13
Description ESU10260 1. Air filter 2. Battery 3. Coolant reservoir 4. Fuse box 5. Throttle stop screw 6. Main fuse 7. Oil filler cap 8. V-belt holder 9. Strap 10. Storage compartment 11. Tool kit 12. Passenger grip warmer switch 13. Rear carrier 14. Tail/brake light 15. Tow hitch 16. Slide rail - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 14
grip/thumb warmer level indicator 26. Odometer/tripmeter TIP G G The snowmobile you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. Design and specifications are subjected to change without notice. 8 - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 15
Control functions ESU12691 Main switch The main switch controls the ignition and lighting systems. The various positions are described below. 1 2 3 1. Starter (choke) lever TIP Refer to the "Starting the engine" section on page 29 for proper operation. 1. Off 2. On 3. Start Off The ignition - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 16
If the T.O.R.S. is activated, make sure that the cause of the malfunction has been corrected and that the engine can be operated without a problem before restarting the engine. Continuing to operate with a malfunction could cause loss of control or damage. If the throttle valves or throttle cable - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 17
Control functions After the engine is started, the tachometer makes one sweep, and the low coolant temperature indicator light, the warning light, and all segments of the meter display come on and go off. To reset the tripmeter, push the select/reset button for at least one second while the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 18
Control functions 1. Low coolant temperature indicator light " " 2. Warning light " " 3. Self-diagnosis warning indicator " 4. Two-digit code "86" 1. Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator " Fuel meter The display segments of the fuel meter disappear towards "E" (Empty) as the fuel - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 19
coupler, broken lead, or short circuit is detected by the self-diagnosis device of the snowmobile to warn the rider of any of the above problems. 13 - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 20
Add engine oil as soon as possible. Self-diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self-diagnosis device for various electrical circuits. If a problem is detected in any of those circuits, the warning light and the self-diagnosis warning indicator flash, and an error code flashes slowly in the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 21
Control functions error code, and then have a Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible. NOTICE: Do not continue to operate the engine longer than necessary if there is an error code to avoid possible engine damage. [ECS00820] ESU10661 Headlight beam switch "LIGHTS" Push the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 22
Control functions 3. After using the auxiliary DC jack, be sure to remove the accessory power plug from the jack and to close the auxiliary DC jack cap. ECS00122 NOTICE G 1. Thumb warmer adjustment switch To raise the temperature, press the respective switch to "HI". To lower the temperature, - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 23
end does not project out over the handlebar end. This will help prevent brake lever damage when the snowmobile is placed on its side for service. ESU10581 Parking brake lever When parking the snowmobile or starting the engine, apply the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the left - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 24
Control functions 1. Shroud latch 2. Shroud ECS00140 1. Drive guard ESU10760 NOTICE Make sure that all cables and wires are in place when closing the shroud. ESU10751 V-belt holders Keep a spare V-belt for emergency use by placing it into the V-belt holders provided. Drive guard EWS00401 - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 25
Control functions 1. Carburetor coolant shut-off lever 2. "ON" (open) position 3. "OFF" (closed) position ECS00200 1. Steel plate 2. Screw NOTICE When operating the snowmobile in temperatures above 0 °C (32 °F), move the carburetor coolant shut-off lever to the "OFF" position to stop the flow of - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 26
Control functions ESU10831 ECS00220 Storage areas This snowmobile is equipped with a storage compartment, storage pouches, rear storage area, and rear carrier. NOTICE G Storage compartment The storage compartment is located under the rider seat. Use the storage compartment to store the tool kit, - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 27
Control functions 3. Install the passenger seat bolts, and then tighten them to the specified torque. NOTICE: When using the rear storage area, do not load any cargo that is too large for it. In addition, cargo must not project from the edges of the rear storage area. [ECS00211] Passenger seat bolt - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 28
WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, follow these instructions. Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank. 1. Before refueling, turn off the engine and be sure that nobody is on the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 29
poor damping performance. G Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out shock absorber yourself. Take the shock absorber to a Yamaha dealer for any service. NOTICE G G Oxygenated fuels (gasohol) containing a maximum 10% of ethanol (E10) can be used, although richer jetting may be required to prevent - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 30
Control functions ESU10884 Adjusting the spring preload of the front shock absorbers EWS00720 WARNING The spring preload of the left and right shock absorbers must be adjusted to the same setting. Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of stability. The spring preload can be adjusted by - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 31
Control functions Spring preload setting: Minimum (soft): 1 Standard: 2 Maximum (hard): 7 ESU13101 Adjusting the rear suspension full rate ECS00750 NOTICE G G Be sure to make this adjustment when there is no load (rider or cargo) on the snowmobile. Make sure that the full rate adjusting bolt - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 32
Control functions ESU13113 Adjusting the spring preload of the sliding frame extension EWS00750 WARNING The left and right spring preloads must be adjusted to the same setting. Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of stability. The spring preload of the sliding frame extension can be - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 33
inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner's Manual. EWS00191 WARNING Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 34
Pre-operation checks ITEM Skis and ski runners CHECKS • Check for wear and damage. • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer replace skis or ski runners Check the deflection. Adjust if necessary. Check for wear and damage. If necessary, have a Yamaha dealer replace track. PAGE 58 Drive track 60 Slide - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 35
Operation ESU13500 Read the Owner's Manual carefully to become familiar with all controls. If there is a control or function you do not understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. EWS00201 1 2 WARNING Failure to - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 36
must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced. If any engine trouble should occur during the engine break-in period, immediately have a Yamaha riding safely. Before operating the snowmobile, read this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of the controls. ESU11310 Break- - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 37
control of the throttle and brake, and master turning techniques in this area before trying more difficult terrain. Set the parking brake and follow the instructions on page 29 to start the engine. Once the engine has warmed up, you are ready to begin riding your snowmobile. G Many surfaces such as - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 38
of your snowmobile. Riding uphill EWS00231 WARNING Operation on slopes can lead to loss of control if proper techniques are not used. Follow these instructions to reduce your risk of an accident. Do not try steeper or more difficult inclines until you have developed your skill on gentle slopes - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 39
WARNING Driving across the face of a slope ("sidehilling") can lead to overturn or loss of control if proper techniques are not used. Follow these instructions to reduce your risk of an accident. Do not try steeper or more difficult inclines until you have developed your skill on gentle slopes - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 40
Operation Sand Rocks G Grass G Bare pavement Other surfaces that should be avoided for the sake of drive track and slide runner life are: G Glare ice surfaces G Snow mixed with a lot of dirt and sand All of the above surfaces have one thing in common in regard to drive track and slide runners: - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 41
Operation ESU11360 ESU12575 Strap The strap should be used only by experienced operators to assist them when traverse (sidehill) riding. Driving EWS00300 WARNING Be sure to read the "SAFETY INFORMATION" section on page 5 and the "Riding your snowmobile" section on page 30 carefully before - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 42
Operation 1 1. "D" Drive (forward) 2. "R" Reverse 3. "L" Low (forward) 1. Off G Push down the engine stop switch to stop the engine in an emergency. TIP The reverse buzzer beeps while the transmission is in reverse. 2. Release the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the right. - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 43
Operation G G If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck, put a tight fitting cover on the snowmobile. A cover specifically designed for your snowmobile is best. This will help keep foreign objects out of the cooling vents in the shroud, and also help protect the snowmobile against - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 44
has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing, and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires. G Running the engine while servicing can lead to eye injury, burns, fire, or carbon monoxide poisoning-possibly leading to death. See page 5 for more information about carbon monoxide - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 45
Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE * * * * * Valve clearance Crankcase breather system Fuel filter Fuel line Idle speed • Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold. • Check - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 46
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11563 General maintenance and lubrication chart INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE Engine oil * Engine oil filter cartridge Cooling system • Change (warm engine before draining). • - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 47
Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE * Steering system • Check toe-out. • Adjust if necessary. • Check bearing assemblies for looseness. • Lubricate with specified grease. • Lubricate with - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 48
maintenance and adjustment ESU13470 Tool kit The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner's indicate an intake track air leak or carburetion problem for that cylinder. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, take the snowmobile to a - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 49
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 3. 4. Open the shroud. Turn the throttle stop screw in or out to adjust the engine idling speed. 1. Spark plug gap 2. Spark plug reach Before installing any spark plug, measure the electrode gap with a wire thickness gauge and adjust to specification. Spark plug - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 50
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Locknut 2. Throttle cable free play adjusting bolt 3. Throttle cable free play Check the T.O.R.S. for proper operation. 1. Start the engine. Throttle cable free play: 2.0-3.0 mm (0.08-0.12 in) 5. 6. Tighten the locknut. Close the shroud. TIP Refer to the " - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 51
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 2. Remove the air filter case cover by unhooking the case fastener and the case cover fasteners. 1 2 1. Air filter case cover fastener 2. Air filter case fastener 3. Lift up the air filter element frame and check the air filter element. If there is any snow on - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 52
is less air as altitude increases. Less air means less oxygen available for combustion. Your snowmobile can be adjusted to overcome most of the problems found in high-altitude riding. Carburetor adjustments are the most important. Less air at high altitude makes the air/fuel ratio too rich, which - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 53
Periodic maintenance and adjustment To check the engine oil level 1. Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 5. Remove the oil filler cap, wipe the dipstick clean, insert it back into the oil filler hole (without screwing it in), and then remove it again to check the oil - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 54
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 7. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole, and then tighten the oil filler cap. 8. Connect the oil level gauge coupler. 9. Close the shroud. To change the engine oil (with or without oil filter cartridge replacement) 1. Place the snowmobile on a level - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 55
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 9. Remove the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crankcase. 11. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the Oring of the new oil filter cartridge. 12. Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench, and then tighten it to the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 56
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU12025 Cooling system The coolant level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the cooling system must be bled at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. EWS00390 WARNING Do not remove the radiator cap when the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 57
Periodic maintenance and adjustment coolant is not available, use distilled water or soft tap water instead. Do not use hard water or salt water since it is harmful to the engine. If water has been used instead of coolant, replace it with coolant as soon as possible, otherwise the cooling system - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 58
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 8. Close the shroud. ESU12055 V-belt EWS00401 WARNING G New V-belt width: 34.5 mm (1.36 in) V-belt wear limit width: 32.5 mm (1.28 in) 3. Install the drive guard and close the shroud. To replace and adjust the V-belt EWS00411 G Coming in contact with the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 59
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Secondary sliding sheave 2. Secondary fixed sheave 2 1 4. Pull the V-belt up over the secondary fixed sheave. 1. Edge of the secondary sheave assembly 2. Standard V-belt position 1. V-belt 5. 6. Remove the V-belt from the secondary sheave assembly and - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 60
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 10. Rotate the secondary sliding sheave clockwise and push it so that it separates from the secondary fixed sheave. 1. Secondary sliding sheave 2. Secondary fixed sheave 11. Install the V-belt between the secondary sliding and fixed sheaves. 1. V-belt position - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 61
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Rubber cap 3. Check the oil level through the check window, located on the drive chain housing. If the oil is below the minimum level mark, remove the dipstick and add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the maximum level mark. NOTICE: Make - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 62
failure in the brake system. Do not operate the snowmobile if you find any problems in the brake system. You could lose braking ability, which could lead to prevent brake lever damage when the snowmobile is placed on its side for service. Test the brake at a low speed when starting out to make sure - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 63
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Parking brake cable length: 43.5-46.5 mm (1.713-1.831 in) 5. 6. Tighten the parking brake cable locknut. Turn the parking brake pad adjusting bolt in or out to adjust the clearance between the parking brake pads and the brake disc. 1. Parking brake pad wear limit - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 64
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ECS00550 NOTICE Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts. Never spill any fluid. If any is spilled, clean it up immediately. Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Check that the brake fluid is above the lower - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 65
Periodic maintenance and adjustment To adjust the handlebar height 1. Remove the handlebar cover. 1. Distance A 2. Distance B Ski toe-out (distance A - distance B): 0.0-15.0 mm (0.00-0.59 in) 1. Handlebar cover 2. Loosen the handlebar bolts. TIP Move the front tip of each ski fully inward - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 66
to allow the drive track to spin, a suitable stand must be used to support the rear of the snowmobile. Never allow anyone to hold the rear of the is damaged to the depth where fabric reinforcement material is visible or support rods are broken. Otherwise, track damage or failure could result in - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 67
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Standard drive track deflection: 35.0-45.0 mm (1.38-1.77 in) 3. If the deflection is incorrect, adjust the drive track. Adjusting the drive track 1. Loosen the rear axle nut. Measuring the drive track deflection 1. Lay the snowmobile on its side. 2. Measure the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 68
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Drive track alignment Left adjusting nut Right adjusting nut Shifted to right Turn out Turn in Shifted to left Shifted to left Turn in Turn out 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Forward Gap Slide runner Drive track Slide metal 5. 1. Left adjusting nut 2. Right adjusting nut - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 69
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1 1. Slide runner 2. Wear limit height 1. Lubrication point Slide runner wear limit height: 10.0 mm (0.39 in) ECS00350 NOTICE Ride on fresh snow frequently. Operating on ice or hard-packed snow will rapidly wear the slide runners. ESU12195 Lubrication - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 70
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1 1. Grease nipple 1. Bulb holder 5. 6. Remove the bulb. Install the new bulb, and then hook the bulb holder onto the headlight unit. NOTICE: Keep oil and your hands away from the glass part of the bulb or its life and illumination will be affected. If the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 71
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU12303 Battery This model is equipped with a VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery. There is no need to check the electrolyte or to add distilled water. However, the battery lead connections need to be checked and, if necessary, tightened. EWS00540 WARNING - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 72
Periodic maintenance and adjustment G G G Connect the positive lead first, then the negative lead to the battery when installing the battery. Never connect the battery to or disconnect it from the snowmobile while it is being charged. Sparks may ignite the hydrogen gas created by the battery. - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 73
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Oil tank breather hose clamp 2. Oil tank breather hose 3. Crankcase breather hose clamp (air filter case side) 4. Crankcase breather hose 6. 7. Disconnect the negative battery lead. Replace the blown fuse with one of the proper amperage. 1. Main fuse 2. - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 74
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Specified fuses: Main fuse: 30.0 A Spare main fuse: 30.0 A Headlight fuse: 20.0 A Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A Carburetor warmer fuse: 20.0 A Ignition fuse: 15.0 A Radiator fan fuse: 15.0 A Spare fuses: 20.0 A, 15.0 A, 10.0 A, 3.0 A - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 75
Troubleshooting ESU12374 Engine turns over but does not start 1. Fuel system No fuel supplied to combustion chamber • No fuel in tank: Supply fuel. ↓ • Clogged fuel line: - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 76
Troubleshooting G Be sure to pull the lead covers back over the terminals completely. If the terminals are exposed, they could come into contact with the frame - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 77
Troubleshooting 7. Pull the black (-) connecting lead cover to expose the terminal through the slit in the cover, and then connect the black (-) jumper cable to the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 78
Troubleshooting G G Clogged fuel system: See "Engine turns over but does not start- Yamaha dealer to inspect. Oily or dirty V-belt or primary and secondary sheave assembly surfaces: Clean. Problem with the driveline: See "V-belt twists" above. G Worn or sticking secondary sheave assembly: Ask - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 79
Storage ESU12413 Long-term storage requires some preventive procedures to guard against deterioration. marks. If the windshield is scratched, use a quality plastic polishing compound after washing. Cleaning Thoroughly clean the snowmobile, inside and out, to remove the corrosive salts and acids - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 80
a plastic or vinyl cover-condensation could be trapped underneath which could increase the chances of rusting. Returning to service after storage When returning your snowmobile to service, install the V-belt and battery and adjust the drive track. Remove the spark plugs and clean or replace them - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 81
cylinder Displacement: 973 cm³ Bore × stroke: 79.0 × 66.2 mm (3.11 × 2.61 in) Idling speed: 1300-1500 r/min Engine oil: Recommended grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA Recommended brand: YAMALUBE Type: SAE 0W-30 Carburetor: Model × quantity: CVK40 × 3 Fuel: Type: REGULAR UNLEADED - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 82
Specifications Engine oil quantity: With oil filter cartridge replacement: 3.0 L (3.17 US qt, 2.64 Imp.qt) Without oil filter cartridge replacement: 2.8 L (2.96 US qt, 2.46 Imp.qt) Total amount: 3.7 L (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp.qt) Brake: Type: Hydraulic disc type (ventilated disc) Operation: Handle - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 83
Consumer information ESU12480 Identification number records Record the frame serial number, engine serial number (Primary ID), and key identification number in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. Also, record and keep the ID numbers in a separate place - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 84
Consumer information ESU13460 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 1 1. Vehicle Emission Control Information label The Vehicle Emission Control Information label is affixed at the location in the illustration. This label shows specifications related to exhaust emissions as required by - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 85
and maintain the snowmobile as specified in the appropriate Owner's Manual. WARRANTY TRANSFER: To transfer any remaining warranty from the original . An inspection and registration fee will be charged for this service. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA also warrants - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 86
of having the dealer do them? A. Yes, if you are a qualified snowmobile mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner's and Service Manual. We do recommend, however, that items requiring special tools or equipment be done by a Yamaha snowmobile dealer. Q. Under what conditions is the - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 87
machine requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer within the continental United States. Be sure to bring your warranty identification card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 88
Consumer information ESU12510 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) 82 - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 89
Index A Air filter, checking...45 Auxiliary DC jack ...16 B Battery...65 Brake and parking brake ...56 Brake lever ...16 Break-in...30 C Carburetor coolant shut-off lever...18 Carburetors ...46 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...14 Cooling system...50 D Drive chain housing...54 Drive guard... - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 90
Index Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.), checking...44 Tool kit...42 Tow hitch...22 Transporting ...36 Troubleshooting ...69 V Valve clearance...46 V-belt...52 V-belt holders ...18 Vehicle Emission Control Information label ...78 - 2011 Yamaha Motorsports RS Viking Professional | Owners Manual - Page 91
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OWNER’S MANUAL
VK10A
8GS-28199-14
LIT-12628-02-96
Read this manual carefully
before operating this vehicle.