Launch System Operation - Yamaha YXZ1000RSS Owner's Manual

5. Check behind you, then release the brake
pedal and press the accelerator pedal
gradually.
6. Continue to watch to the rear while driv-
ing in reverse.
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Launch system operation

The launch system allows you to start off at a
higher engine speed, and thus have a higher
initial acceleration rate than normal operation.
Only use the launch system on level ground
with a clear and safe path ahead of you.
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The launch system will be prevented from op-
erating if any of the following conditions are
present:
 the engine is not warmed up or is overheat-
ing.
 the driver seat belt is not latched.
 the differential gear is locked ("DIFF LOCK"
is selected) or the differential gear lock indi-
cator is flashing.
 the parking brake is applied.
 an engine or system malfunction is detect-
ed (a warning light is on).
To activate the launch system
1. Confirm that the front wheels and steer-
ing wheel are pointed straight ahead.
2. Shift the transmission into first gear.
3. While pressing the brake pedal, pull both
shift paddles toward you and hold them
in that position. The launch system indi-
cator light will come on, and the launch
system enters standby mode.
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