Yamaha YFM25BX Owner's Manual page 48

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.
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POTENTIAL HAZARD
Opening the throttle before releasing the
shift pedal.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The ATV could wheelie. This would increase
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the chance of an accident, including over-
turn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Release the shift pedal before opening the
throttle. Open the throttle gradually.
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To decelerate
When slowing down or stopping, release the throt-
tle 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 con-
trol and increasing the possibility of an accident.
WARNING
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POTENTIAL HAZARD
Engaging a lower gear when the engine
speed is too high.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The wheels could stop rotating and lose
traction. This could cause loss of control, an
accident and injury. It could also cause en-
gine or drive train damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Make sure the engine has sufficiently
slowed before shifting to a lower gear.
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CAUTION:
Even with the transmission in the neutral posi-
tion, do not coast for long periods of time with
the engine off, and do not tow the ATV for long
distances. The transmission is properly lubri-
cated only when the engine is running. Inade-
quate lubrication
transmission.
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WARNING
may damage the