Yamaha BIG BEAR 400 Owner's Manual page 55

1. Shift pedal
2. Neutral position
3. Reverse position
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To start out and accelerate
1. Release the throttle lever.
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CAUTION:
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.
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
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.
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WARNING
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