2009 Yamaha Motorsports Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS Owners Manual - Page 55
2009 Yamaha Motorsports Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS Manual
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5. Shift into second gear and release the shift pedal. 6. Open the throttle gradually. 7. Follow the same procedure when shifting to the next higher gear. EWB00690 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Opening the throttle before releasing the shift pedal. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could wheelie. This would increase the chance of an accident, including overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Release the shift pedal before opening the throttle. Open the throttle gradually. EBU20640 1. Shift pedal 2. Neutral position 3. Reverse position EBU20600 6 To start out and accelerate 1. Release the throttle lever. ECB00200 NOTICE Always close the throttle before shifting gears, otherwise damage to the engine and drive train may result. 2. Shift into first gear and release the shift pedal. 3. Open the throttle gradually. 4. Once the ATV has attained adequate speed, release the throttle lever. 6-5 To decelerate When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly. As you slow down, shift to a lower gear. Be sure that the engine has sufficiently slowed before engaging a lower gear. Improper use of the brakes or shifting can cause the tires to lose traction, reducing control and increasing the possibility of an accident.