Strap; Driving - Yamaha SXV70MK Owner's Manual

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Strap

The strap 1 should be used only by experienced opera-
tors to assist them when traverse (side-hill) riding.
WARNING
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Improper use of the strap on the handlebar can
result in severe injury or death.
G
Use the strap only as an operator grip point when
needed to shift weight uphill to maintain balance
during traverse (side-hill) riding. Only experi-
enced operators should traverse slopes steep
enough to require strap use.
G
Keep the right hand on the right handlebar grip
for steering, and grip the strap with the left hand
to shift weight uphill for balance during traverse
riding.
G Ride cautiously while using the strap. Do not
accelerate or decelerate abruptly while holding
onto the strap.
G
Do not use the strap to lift the snowmobile.
G
Do not use the strap as a mounting point for
cargo or accessories.
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ESU01300

Driving

WARNING
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Be sure to read the "SAFETY INFORMATION" and
"Riding your snowmobile" sections carefully before
operating the snowmobile.
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NOTE:
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Make sure that the engine is warmed up enough before
riding.
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1. Release the parking brake by moving the parking
brake lever to the right.
2. Press the throttle lever slowly to move the snowmo-
bile.
3. Turn the handlebar in the desired direction.
4. Squeeze the brake lever to stop the snowmobile.
5. Apply the parking brake by moving the parking brake
lever to the left.
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