Yamaha RAPTOR 700R Owner's Manual page 74

do not allow skin or clothing to come in contact with
these components.
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With the engine idling, pull the clutch lever to dis-
engage the clutch and shift into 1st gear, and then
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release the parking brake. Open the throttle grad-
ually, and at the same time, release the clutch le-
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ver slowly. Once the ATV has attained adequate
speed, release the throttle lever and at the same
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time, quickly pull in the clutch lever and shift into
2nd gear. Open the throttle part way and gradually
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release the clutch. Use this same procedure as
you move into the higher gears. Be sure to coordi-
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nate the use of the throttle and shift pedal properly.
If the throttle is applied too abruptly or if the throttle
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is not released during shifting, or if the shift pedal
is not released before applying the throttle, the
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front wheels may lift off the ground, resulting in a
loss of directional control. Avoid higher speeds un-
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til you are thoroughly familiar with the operation of
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your ATV.
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POTENTIAL HAZARD
Opening the throttle abruptly or releasing the
clutch lever too quickly.
WARNING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The ATV could wheelie. This would increase
the chance of an accident, including over-
turn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Open the throttle gradually. Release the
clutch lever gradually.
ECB00230
CAUTION:
Do not shift gears without releasing the throt-
tle. Damage to the engine or drive train may oc-
cur.
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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POTENTIAL HAZARD
Engaging a lower gear when the engine
speed is too high.
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WARNING