Yamaha BIG BEAR 400 Owner's Manual page 60

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Load cargo on the carriers as close to the center
of the ATV as possible. Put cargo at the rear of
the front carrier, at the front of the rear carrier,
and center it.
G
Tie down cargo securely to the carriers. Make
sure cargo in the trailer cannot move around. A
shifting load can cause an accident.
G
Make sure the load does not interfere with con-
trols or your ability to see where you are going.
G Ride more slowly than you would without a load.
The more weight you carry, the slower you
should go. Although conditions vary, it is good
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practice not to exceed 2nd gear whenever you
are carrying heavier loads or when towing a trail-
er.
G
Allow more braking distance. A heavier ATV
takes longer to stop.
G Avoid making sharp turns unless at very slow
speeds.
G
Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose terrain
carefully. Added weight affects the stability and
handling of the ATV.
EWB00750
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Overloading this ATV or carrying or towing
cargo improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause changes in ATV handling which
could lead to an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never exceed the stated load capacity for
this ATV.
Cargo should be properly distributed and se-
curely attached.
Reduce speed when carrying cargo or pull-
ing a trailer. Allow greater distance for brak-
ing.
EWB00010
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could result in
serious injury or death.
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WARNING