Engineered by Yamaha for the atv motorcycle segment, the 2011 Yamaha Grizzly 550 pairs a 558 cc (34.1 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 92.0 x 84.0 mm (3.6 x 3.3 inches) with a 9.3:1 compression ratio.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 905 mm (35.6 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,250 mm (49.2 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2011 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
905 mm (35.6 in)
Engine
Displacement558.0 ccm (34.05 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression9.3:1
Bore x Stroke92.0 x 84.0 mm (3.6 x 3.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionTCI, ECU
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Driveline2WD/4WD/diff-lock. Ultramatic® V-belt with all wheel engine braking, H/L/N/R/P.
Chassis
Front SuspensionIndependent double wishbone, 5 position preload adjustment, 180 mm stroke
Rear SuspensionIndependent double wishbone, 5 position preload adjustment, 230 mm stroke
Wheelbase1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Ground Clearance275 mm (10.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre25/8-12
Rear Tyre25/10-12
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesDouble disc
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height905 mm (35.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1240 mm (48.8 inches)
Overall Length2065 mm (81.3 inches)
Overall Width1180 mm (46.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Oil Capacity2.40 litres (2.54 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsDark green
Carrying CapacityFront rack: 45 kg. Rear rack: 85 kg.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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