Crossing A Slope - Yamaha GRIZZLY 550 FI YFM5FGPSEY Owner's Manual

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When this ATV is in 4WD or 4WD-LOCK, all

wheels (front and rear) are interconnected by the

drive train. This means that applying either the

front brake or the rear brake will brake all wheels.

When descending hills, using either brake lever or

the brake pedal will brake the wheels on the down-

hill side. Avoid sudden application of either the

front or rear brake because the wheels on the up-

hill side could come off the ground. Apply both the

front and rear brakes gradually.

Whenever possible, ride your ATV straight down-

hill. Avoid sharp angles which could allow the ATV

to tip or roll over. Carefully choose your path and

ride no faster than you will be able to react to ob-

stacles which may appear.

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WARNING

Always follow proper procedures for going

down hills as described in this Owner's Manu-

al.

Note: a special technique is required when

braking as you go down a hill.

Always check the terrain carefully before

you start down any hill.

Shift your weight backward.

Never go down a hill at high speed.

Avoid going down a hill at an angle that

would cause the ATV to lean sharply to one

side. Go straight down the hill where possi-

ble.

CROSSING A SLOPE

Traversing a sloping surface on your ATV requires

you to properly position your weight to maintain

proper balance. Be sure that you have learned the

basic riding skills on flat ground before attempting

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