Yamaha YXR70FX Owner's Manual page 73

Operating when loaded with cargo or tow-
ing a trailer
Drive more slowly than you would without a
load. The more weight you carry, the slower
you should go. Although conditions vary, it is
good practice to keep the vehicle in low gear
whenever you are carrying heavier loads or
when towing a trailer.
WARNING
Carrying loads or towing a trailer can in-
crease the risk of loss of control, an over-
turn, or other accident. To reduce the risk
of an accident:
Reduce speed, operate in low gear
G
only, and allow more room to stop. A
heavier vehicle takes longer to stop.
Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose
G
terrain carefully. Use extreme caution
when towing or carrying a load on in-
clines.
G Turn gradually and go slowly.
Pulling something other than a trailer
Yamaha recommends that loads be transport-
ed in the bed or in a trailer. If you need to
move an object a short distance use a winch
and follow the winch manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
If you choose to use something other than a
winch use extreme caution, follow the manu-
facturer's instructions for that product, and
only attach to the hitch or hitch bracket of the
Rhino. WARNING! Improperly pulling can
cause serious injury or death. Never ex-
ceed the Pulling Load limit of the Rhino.
Avoid pulling on inclines.
Pulling objects on the ground can be more
hazardous than pulling a trailer. It may be dif-
ficult to predict how the load will affect vehicle
operation. That effect could also change de-
pending upon terrain or what obstacles might
be in the object's path.
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