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Old 10-31-2009, 02:14 PM
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Default 05 bayou 250

I just picked up a 2005 bayou. Are they reliable machines and i want to change the oil how much does it hold?? Is the clutch adjustable....
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Old 10-31-2009, 04:21 PM
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get yourself a Clymer manual it will be your best friend answering all your questions....
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Old 10-31-2009, 08:20 PM
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+1 on the Clymer manual...
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Old 11-02-2009, 09:05 AM
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Default Good Machine, 2 qts +/- & Yes

I have the '07 Bayou, tough little machine.

I think the capacity is labeled on the filler cap, but not sure. Cartridge filters can be bought on eBay for cheap. Change your rear differential while your at it, standard lube 200 ml.

The owners manual shows you how to adjust the clutch. It's on the right side, two bolts hold the cover, loosen locknut, tighten adjustment screw until it stops, loosen adjustment until it stops, tighted locknut, replace cover and then you do the hokey pokey.

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Old 11-02-2009, 09:23 AM
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Hey thanks man..... Thats what i needed.. I see that on the oil thing now,I will buy a manuel in time here think the clutch needs a little adjusting,So i took it out mushrooming yesterday seem to run good but the clutch seems to need adjusting so i'll check that out in the next few days. I'll let you know how it comes out gonna change the oil first...... Again thank you..... This old guy just needs to get out in the woods...... Lol
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Old 11-02-2009, 10:03 AM
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Default I forgot one last thing

When I first got the ATV I was puttin' around at low speeds while my kids were learning. I fouled the stock plug a few times (cuts off, runs poorly, etc.) and I replaced it with a hotter plug. No problems since. Keep and eye on this and have fun.
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Old 11-02-2009, 12:43 PM
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Thanks again. i had trouble starting it this am about 35% so i changed the oil today new plug in it shortly here then maybe try the clutch.. It runs good I went from a 400ex to this night n day......... Hehehe....... so it probally is great just not used to such a big down grade..... I keep grabin the brake think its a clutch.......Lmao.......
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