Backing Your Trailer; Launching - Yamaha 195S 2021 Owner's/Operator's Manual

1 Bow eye
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1 Stern eye
Take down and store the bimini top, if

used. The bimini top is not designed to stay
unsecured on the boat at highway speeds.
(See page 95 or 98.)
TIP:
During transport, make sure to store any
items inside the storage compartments and
securely close the compartments.
Be sure the access port cap is properly in-

stalled (see page 149 for more information)
and the rear platform hatch is closed se-
curely.
Be sure any cargo that must be carried in

the boat as well as the folding windshield
and all hatches are secured.
While traveling, check the wheel hubs on
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the trailer whenever you park. If a hub feels
abnormally hot, have the bearing inspected
before continuing your trip. On longer trips,
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it is a good idea to carry a set of spare
wheel bearings, seals, and races.
 When making a turn, do not cut corners.
The trailer has a smaller turning circle, so it
turns more sharply around the corner than
the towing vehicle.

Backing your trailer

It takes practice to back a trailer successfully.
If you are not familiar backing up with a trailer,
practice first in an open area away from ob-
stacles.
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Keep the following points in mind when
backing up
Back slowly. Make steering adjustments in

small steps.
Turn the towing vehicle's wheels opposite
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the direction you want the trailer to go.
 After the trailer begins moving, turn the
towing vehicle to follow it.
 Have a second person stand by to help di-
rect you with hand signals.

Launching

As a courtesy to other boaters, prepare your
boat for launching before using the ramp.
Each launch may have particular differences,
such as ramp angle, prevailing wind, waves,
and water currents. If possible, watch a cou-
Trailering
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