1987-2006 Yamaha Banshee 350 YFZ350P Service Manual (P/N LIT-11616-15-04)
Yamaha Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Yamaha Banshee 350
Sub-models / Variants: YFZ350P, YFZ350T, YFZ350A, YFZ350B, YFZ350J/K
Model Years: 1987–2006
Serial Numbers: 2GU-000101 and later, 3GG-010101 and later, JY43GGA0LC010101 and later, JY43GGA0MC025101 and later
Technical Data:
- Engine: 2-stroke, liquid-cooled, premix lubrication
- Carburetor: 2GU-01, #200 Main Jet, #25 Pilot Jet
- Ignition: C.D.I. Digital type, 17° B.T.D.C. at 1,200 r/min timing
- Spark Plug: NGK BR8ES or W24ES, 0.7–0.8 mm gap
- Rear Shock Adjusting Length: Standard 220.5 mm, Min 213.5 mm, Max 228.5 mm
- Torque Specs: Rear axle locknut 240 Nm (170 ft-lb); Rear shock locknut 54 Nm (39 ft-lb); Front wheel nut 45 Nm (32 ft-lb)
Yamaha Manual Features & Content Preview
- This technical reference supports all 1987–2006 Yamaha Banshee 350 variants, including T, A, B, J, K, and P models, providing detailed schematics for shop-floor use
- Integrates official Yamaha publication LIT-11616-15-04 alongside critical data updates from previous editions like LIT-11616-05-87 and LIT-11616-10-95
- Features 118 total pages, including 47 pages dedicated exclusively to system-specific routing diagrams, maintenance intervals, and torque-specification charts
- Aggregates multiple supplementary service updates released between 1987 and 2001 to ensure comprehensive chassis and electrical coverage for the entire YFZ350 production run
Maintenance and System Coverage
This collection of service documentation organizes mechanical inspections and adjustment procedures for the Yamaha Banshee 350 into clear, logical chapters. Before attempting any repairs or adjustments, thoroughly review all provided factory safety protocols to prevent personal injury or vehicle damage. The text details periodic maintenance schedules, precise carburetor synchronization, steering system checks, and cooling system requirements. Need to pinpoint electrical issues? Readers will find specialized sections covering signal systems, ignition timing, and the engine revolution limiter system specifically tailored for the YFZ350P. Detailed cable routing diagrams assist mechanics in component placement and assembly accuracy. Cross-referencing previous manual editions like the YFZ350T ensures all technical requirements across different production years remain consolidated in a single reference.
Specification and Data Highlights
Technical tables provide critical reference values for the Banshee platform. These include premix ratios for YAMALUBE and Castrol lubricants, ignition timing advance curves, and cooling system pressure ratings. Brake system data defines DOT 4 fluid usage, pad wear limits of 1.0 mm, and master cylinder diameters. Precise cylinder head torque values and rear shock preload adjustments are presented with standard, minimum, and maximum settings. You get essential factory specs directly, such as the 54 Nm rear shock locknut torque and the 45 Nm front wheel nut specification. To support advanced diagnostic work, detailed wiring diagrams map the complete YFZ350P electrical harness, including both magneto and lighting systems.
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