Engine Break-In; Parking - Yamaha YFM350RW Owner's Manual

erly lubricated only when the engine is run-
ning. Inadequate lubrication may damage
the transmission.
G Always use the clutch when changing gears.
The engine, transmission and drive train are
not designed to withstand the shock of
forced shifting and can be damaged by shift-
ing without using the clutch.
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Engine break-in

There is never a more important period in the life of
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your engine than the first 20 hours of riding. For
this reason, you should read the following material
carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not put an ex-
cessive load on it for the first 20 hours. The various
parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to
the correct operating clearances. During this peri-
od, prolonged full-throttle operation or any condi-
tion that might result in engine overheating must be
avoided.
0–10 hours
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2 throttle. Vary
the speed of the ATV regularly. Do not operate it at
one set throttle position.
10–20 hours
Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4 throttle. Rev
the engine through the gears freely, but do not use
full throttle at any time.
20 hours and beyond
The ATV can now be operated normally.
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CAUTION:
If any engine trouble should occur during the
engine break-in period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
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Parking

When parking the ATV, stop the engine, shift into
first gear, apply the parking brake, and then turn
the fuel cock to "OFF".
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