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2011 Yamaha
Rhino 700 FI Sport Edition
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Cypress, CA (2/2/2010) -
Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., announces its 2011
Rhino 700 FI Side-by-Side (SxS) vehicles, including
a new Sport Edition, will begin arriving at
dealers this summer. Yamaha’s leading
Rhino continues to hold the top spot as the
toughest, most off-road capable and versatile,
as well as the all-time best selling, SxS vehicle.
Yamaha ignited unprecedented interest in SxS
vehicles when it launched the first Rhino in
2003, and the Rhino line continues to be a category
leader today. Combining Yamaha quality and durability,
the Rhino has received nearly every best-in-class
award from the ATV and SxS world as well as
hunting and farming communities because of its
ability to tackle off-road terrain while also
serving many utility functions.
For the 2011 model, Yamaha has given the Rhino
a new steering wheel and adjustable seat belt
providing more rider comfort in off-road conditions.
New to the Rhino line is a White Armor Sport
Edition that features fully adjustable piggyback
shocks, one-piece cast aluminum wheels, injection-molded
sun top, over fenders, Baja-inspired front carry
bar, and a special graphics treatment. The Sport
model also comes with dealer-installed LED tail
lights, custom shift knob and black bed rails.
The 700-class powerplant is optimized for the
Rhino with a liquid-cooled, four-valve SOHC
engine providing plenty of torque to tackle
rough terrain. Helping manage that power is
the Yamaha Fuel Injection system with unmatched
performance and dependability at high elevation
and in cooler conditions.
Additionally, the Rhino engine features a forged
piston that adds durability and an aluminum
cylinder body with ceramic composite coating
for decreased weight, increased cooling ability
and additional wear resistance. The roller rocker
arms lessen friction in the valve train reducing
wear and increasing durability while providing
improved throttle response and better overall
off-road performance.
Yamaha’s reliable Ultramatic® automatic
transmission system features an exclusive centrifugal
clutch that allows the drive belt to remain
under constant tension providing another key
point of durability. Also exclusive to Yamaha’s
Ultramatic system is the one way sprag clutch
that provides four wheel engine braking for
maximum traction and confidence.
Adding to the Rhino’s terrainability
is the On-Command® 2WD/4WD system with differential
lock that gives the driver options with the
push of a button. The Rhino 700 FI has 12.1
inches of ground clearance, and its fully adjustable
and fully independent front and rear dual A-arm
suspension offers more than 7.3 inches of travel.
The Rhino also features large axles and CV
joints to best accommodate its engine power.
Front and rear A-arm guards prevent sticks and
debris from getting to the boots, but should
something find a way past the guards, the CV
boot material is tough and resistant to most
impacts.
When it comes to braking, the automotive-style
pedal controls the four-wheel hydraulic disc
brakes with dual piston calipers, which provide
unmatched stopping power and feel. The parking
brake lever is located on the center console
and engages a separate disc brake located on
the axle.
The Rhino 700 FI comes with a number of standard
extras and creature comforts, and Yamaha offers
more than 100 official and accessories for the
Rhino line. As with all previous models, the
2011 Rhino features a U.S. OSHA and ISO 3471
compliant roll over protection structure (ROPS).
Its 12-volt accessory outlet easily receives
a GPS device, spotlight or even a cell phone
charger. The Rhino has padded bucket seats with
headrests for both driver and passenger, and
a digital meter is standard on the Rhino 700
FI providing self diagnostic capabilities for
easy troubleshooting, a voltage meter for monitoring
battery condition, and an hour meter function
that operates only while the engine is running
for more accurate servicing. The digital LCD
multi-function display meter also features a
speedometer, odometer, dual trip meter, clock,
fuel gauge and gear position display. The 7.9
gallon fuel tank holds enough gas for hours
of riding.
The Rhino 700 FI also comes standard with passenger
grab handles and cup holders, as well as tough,
rotomolded doors to keep mud, water and trail
debris out of the cab. Helping keep passengers
clean and keeping cabin noise to a minimum is
the noise and dust shield located behind the
seats. The under-hood, tools-free air filter
is another added convenience. It is a snap to
service in its location and an optimized filter
size helps the filter stay clean longer.
The Rhino features a standard two-inch receiver
and is capable of towing up to 1,212 pounds
while the cargo bed is capable of carrying 400
pounds. The cargo bed features an assisted dump
function with tilt levers on both sides of the
bed.
The 2011 Yamaha Rhino will be available in
Hunter Green, Red and the Sport Edition White
Armor in the summer of 2010.
About Yamaha:
Yamaha ATVs and SxS vehicles are designed, engineered
and built tough! Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A.
headquarters are located in Cypress, California.
For more information on Yamaha, visit yamaha-motor.com.
www.yamaha-motor.com
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