Engine Break-In - Yamaha RAPTOR 700R Owner's Manual

tle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly. As
you slow down, shift to a lower gear. Be sure that
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the engine has sufficiently slowed before engaging
a lower gear. Improper use of the brakes or shifting
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can cause the tires to lose traction, reducing con-
trol and increasing the possibility of an accident.
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POTENTIAL HAZARD
Engaging a lower gear when the engine
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speed is too high.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
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The wheels could stop rotating and lose trac-
tion. This could cause loss of control, an ac-
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cident and injury. It could also cause engine
or drive train damage.
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HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
9 Make sure the engine has sufficiently slowed
before shifting to a lower gear.
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CAUTION:
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G Even with the transmission in the neutral po-
sition, do not coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not tow the ATV
for long distances. The transmission is prop-
erly lubricated only when the engine is run-
WARNING
ning. Inadequate lubrication may damage
the transmission.
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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

NOTE:
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For ATVs equipped with an odometer or an hour
meter, follow the figures given in km (mi) or the
figures given in hours.
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For ATVs not equipped with an odometer or
hour meter, follow the figures given in hours.
There is never a more important period in the life of
your engine than the first 320 km (200 mi) or 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 320 km (200 mi) or 20
hours. The various parts in the engine wear and
polish themselves to the correct operating clear-
ances. During this period, prolonged full-throttle
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