Suzuki LT-F400 Owner's Manual page 42

 WARNING
Failure to use extra care when
operating this ATV on unfamiliar
terrain can be hazardous.
You can come upon hidden rocks,
bumps, or holes, without enough
time to react. This could cause the
ATV to overturn or go out of con-
trol.
Go slowly and be extra careful
when operating on unfamiliar ter-
rain. Always be alert to changing
terrain conditions when operating
the ATV.
 WARNING
The ATV can start moving as soon
as you release the parking brake.
Unexpected movement can cause
you to lose control of the ATV.
Make sure you shift into neutral
and apply the rear brake before
you release the parking brake.
After making sure that the engine is
warm, apply the rear brake and then
release the parking brake. To release
the parking brake, simply squeeze the
rear brake lever until the parking
brake lock releases.
While holding the rear brake, engage
first gear by lifting on the gearshift
lever. To start moving, release the
brake, then gradually open the throt-
tle. To increase speed once you are
moving, slowly and steadily open the
throttle. When the vehicle's speed has
increased, release the throttle and lift
the gearshift lever to engage second
gear. You can select third, fourth, and
top gear in succession by repeating
this shifting sequence.
Reduce vehicle speed before shifting
down. To shift down, release the throt-
tle and push down on the gearshift
lever to engage a lower gear.
 WARNING
Opening the throttle suddenly can
be hazardous.
The front wheels can lift off the
ground and cause loss of control
of the ATV.
Always open the throttle gradually
when you accelerate.
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