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2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI
2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI
2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI
2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI
2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI
2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI
2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI
– 2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI
2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI
The all new 2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 EPS comes fully equipped with a powerful fuel injected 558cc 4-stroke engine, On-Command 4-wheel drive, 4-wheel disc brakes, the fully automatic ULTRAMATIC transmission, and electric power steering. The combination of these key features and Yamaha’s proven durability and reliability, continue to make the Grizzly the best selling ATV in Canada and the USA.
There’s a new Grizzly on the block, and it is poised to dominate the mid-size engine class.
Following in its bigger sibling’s path, the 550 comes with all the same great features as the famed 700. All 550 Grizzly’s come standard with powerful fuel injected engines for easy cold starting, superior ground clearance to get you over any terrain, and 4-wheel disc brakes combined with full-time engine braking means slowing the Grizzly down requires less effort. Throw in Yamaha’s exclusive Ultramatic® transmission and On-Command drive selection and these Grizzly’s are the ultimate in all terrain vehicles.
Highlights:
Excellent power to weight ratio
Electronic Fuel Injection
On-Command™ 4WD
Features and Benefits:
The Grizzly 550 is powered by a fuel injected 558 cc 4-stroke engine, making it one of the most powerful middleweight ATVs on the market. It is fuel injected for easy starting and crisp throttle response, and will automatically compensate for temperature and elevation changes.
Power is nothing if it comes with a bunch of additional weight. Considering the Grizzly 550 is lighter than many of the competitors in this class and this bear’s power to weight ratio offers some hefty advantages over some of the bigger and bulkier ATVs. Less weight has an effect on everything from handling and acceleration to hill climbing and mud prowess.
Revolutionary Ultramatic™ fully automatic transmission is the first automatic transmission to feature true engine braking. All four wheels receive engine braking in 4WD mode. Dual-range transmission with reverse. Low range has approximately 1.5 times the pulling power of high range.
Push-button servo-controlled “On-Command” system allows you to switch between 2WD, limited-slip 4WD and fully locked differential 4WD – all with the simple push of a dash mounted button. Real 4-wheel drive when you need it. With Diff-lock engaged, there’s no need to wait for one wheel to spin. You have traction to all 4 wheels, immediately. This puts you in total control… you decide when you need 4 wheel drive… the machine doesn’t decide for you.
Slowing your big-bore ATV down shouldn’t involve standing on the brake pedal while squeezing the lever with all your might. 4-wheel disc brakes combined with full-time engine braking means slowing this Grizzly down requires less effort. And since the front and rear brakes can be operated independently, you have more control over how you brake depending on the situation.
A full tank of fuel carries a lot of weight with it. So we located the tank under the seat and the airbox up high where the tank used to be. This lowers the center of gravity which improves handling, stability and hill climbing capability. But it also raises the airbox reducing the chance of water and debris from getting into the engine.
High mounted airbox, V-belt intake and exhaust ducts, reduce the opportunity for water and debris to enter the V-Belt housing.
The wheel center does not change but allows for a shorter frame which improves approach/departure angles, and allows the use of stronger ball joints (more clearance)
Aluminum cylinder with ceramic composite plating for improved durability
Roller bearing rocker arms for reduced friction and improved engine performance
Forged piston and carburized Chrome-Moly connecting rod for improved durability
Revised intake and exhaust ports
New throttle lever for reduced lever effort
Airbox design has centrifugal debris trap to improve air flow
Flat type foam air filter for easy cleaning
Straight drive shaft layout for reduced vibration and improved durability
Gull-wing front a-arms for improved ground clearance
Polyethylene ball joint boots, front and rear
Air cushion seat to provide comfort on those long rides.
Floor boardwith large holes for mud evacuation, and special rugs to avoid buildup from underneath.
Water resistant storage
Centralize wiring layout, positioned for improved protection against the elements.
LCD Gauge includes Odometer, Trip 1, Trip 2, Clock, Fuel gauge and Gear position
Warning indicators: Engine, Water Temp., Reverse, Neutral, Parking, High Range, Low Range and LCD Drive / Differential Lock map .
35W Halogen headlight bulbs
Neodymium hi-power magnet for improved output, charging capacity and light weight.
Oil fed stator for improved cooling and reliability
Forged Aluminum steering knuckle
Gate type transmission shifter for improved shift feel.
Cartridge type oil filter located to the front of the engine for improved cooling and simplified maintenance
2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI – USA Specifications
MSRP* $7,099 (Steel Blue) Available from October 2008
$7,099 (Black Metalic) Available from October 2008
$7,099 (Hunter Green) Available from October 2008
$7,499 (Realtree® AP HD® Camouflage) Available from July 2008
Engine
Type 558cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled single; SOHC, 4 valves
Bore x Stroke 92.0 x 84.0mm
Compression Ratio 9.3:1
Carburetion Yamaha Fuel Injection (YFI), 40mm
Ignition TCI, 32-bit ECU
Starting System Electric
Transmission Yamaha Ultramatic® V-belt with all-wheel engine braking/H, L, N, R, P
Drive Train Yamaha On-Command® pushbutton; 3-way locking differential; 2WD, 4WD, locked 4WD; shaft drive
Chassis
Suspension/Front Independent double wishbone; 5-way preload adjustment, 7.1-in travel
Suspension/Rear Independent double wishbone; 5-way preload adjustment, 9.5-in travel
Brakes/Front Dual hydraulic disc
Brakes/Rear Dual hydraulic disc
Tires/Front AT25 x 8-12
Tires/Rear AT25 x 10-12
Dimensions
L x W x H 81.3 x 46.5 x 48.8 in
Seat Height 35.6 in
Wheelbase 49.2 in
Turning Radius 126 in
Ground Clearance 11.8 in
Fuel Capacity 5.3 gal
Dry Weight 600 lb
Rack Capacity 99 lb Fr./187 lb Rr.
Towing Capacity 1322 lb
Other
Instrumentation Digital LCD multifunction display; speedometer, odometer, dual tripmeter, hourmeter, clock, fuel gau
Lighting Dual 35W Halogen multi-reflector headlights & 21W/5W brakelight
Warranty 6 Month (Limited Factory Warranty)
2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI – Canada Specifications
Canadian MSRP $9,799
Engine 4-stroke, SOHC, liquid cooled, 4-valve, single
Displacement 558 cc
Bore and Stroke 92mm x 84 mm
Compression Ratio 9.3 : 1
Carburetion Mikuni Electronic Fuel Injection w/40mm Big Bore throttle bodies and TPS
Ignition computerized DC-CDI with 32 bit ECU
Starting electric w/auto-decompression
Transmission Ultramatic (sealed variable v-belt), w/ L-H-N-R and Park, 4-wheel full-time engine breaking
Final Drive On-command push button 2WD / 4WD / 4WD diff. lock, direct shaft drive
Suspension (Front) independent, dual A-arm, with gull-wing lower A-arm, and adjustable shocks
Suspension (Rear) independent, reverse mounted dual A-arm with sway bar, adjustable shocks
Brakes (Front) hydraulic discs
Brakes (Rear) hydraulic discs
Tires (Front) Dunlop KT421 tubeless, AT25 x 8-12
Tires (Rear) Dunlop KT425 tubeless, AT25 x 10-12
Length 2065 mm (81.3″)
Width 1180 mm (46.5″)
Height 1240 mm (48.8″)
Wheelbase 1250 mm (49.2″)
Ground Clearance 300 mm (11.8″)
Seat Height 905 mm (35.6″)
Dry Weight 272 kg (600 lb)
Fuel Capacity 20 litres (5.3 U.S. gal)
Towing Capacity 600 kg (1,322 lb)
Colour(s) Dark Blue
Red
Dark Green
Black
