Yamaha Big Bear 400 IRS

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Yamaha Big Bear 400 IRS
Manufacturer
Production 2009
Class ATV
Engine
4-stroke, Air-/oil-cooled Single, SOHC
Bore / Stroke 83.8mm x 83.8mm
Compression ratio 8.6:1
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed, reverse

Final Drive: On-Command pushbutton; 3-way locking differential; 2WD, 4WD, locked 4WD; shaft drive

Clutch: Automatic clutch
Suspension Front: Independent double wishbone; 5.8-in travel
Rear: Independent double wishbone; 7.6-in travel
Brakes Front: Dual Hydraulic Discs
Rear: Sealed wet brake
Front Tire AT25 x 8-12 ITP Mud Lite
Rear Tire AT25 x 10-12 ITP Mud Lite
Wheelbase 48.39 inches (1229 mm)
Length 79.41 inches (2017 mm)
Width 43.9 inches (1115 mm)
Seat Height 35.2 inches (894 mm)
Weight 269.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Yamalube 10w-40
Fuel Capacity 1.06 Gallon (4.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Yamaha Big Bear 400 IRS was a 4-stroke, Air-/oil-cooled Single, SOHC ATV produced by Yamaha in 2009.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 83.8mm bore x 83.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 386.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed, reverse transmission. Power was moderated via the Automatic clutch.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a AT25 x 8-12 ITP Mud Lite front tire and a AT25 x 10-12 ITP Mud Lite rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Dual Hydraulic Discs in the front and a Sealed wet brake in the rear. The front suspension was a Independent double wishbone; 5.8-in travel while the rear was equipped with a Independent double wishbone; 7.6-in travel. The Big Bear 400 IRS was fitted with a 1.06 Gallon (4.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 48.39 inches (1229 mm) long.

2009 Yamaha Big Bear 400 IRS[edit | edit source]

2009 Yamaha Big Bear 400 IRS

The 2008 Yamaha Big Bear 400 just gets better and better with the addition of the IRS package: with independent rear suspension, this ATV is now able to copy the terrain roughness even better than before, maximizing traction and carry rider and gear further into the wilderness. A semi-automatic transmission with a 5-speed gearbox and automatic clutch, makes things easy and fun, even for the less experienced rider.

With a differential with 3 on-command locking positions, the 2008 Yamaha Big Bear 400 IRS has better grip on slippery terrain and steep slopes, alike. This ATV retains the serious racking capacity of the bigger beasts and can tow heavy loads, thus being a dependable partner in completing the toughest tasks and being a fun machine for weekend trail fun, camping or even longer off-road explorations.