Engine Break-In; Parking - Yamaha RAPTOR YFM80RW Owner's Manual

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CAUTION:
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Even with the transmission in the neutral posi-
tion, do not coast for long periods of time with
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the engine off, and do not tow the ATV for long
distances. The transmission is properly lubri-
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cated only when the engine is running. Inade-
quate lubrication
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transmission.
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Engine break-in

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There is never a more important period in the life of
7 your engine than the first 20 hours of riding. For
this reason, you should read the following material
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carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not put an ex-
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cessive load on it for the first 20 hours. The various
parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to
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the correct operating clearances. During this peri-
od, prolonged full-throttle operation or any condi-
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tion that might result in engine overheating must
be avoided.
may damage the
0–10 hours
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2 throttle. Vary
the speed of the ATV regularly. Do not operate it at
one set throttle position.
10–20 hours
Avoid prolonged operation above 3/4 throttle. Rev
the engine through the gears freely, but do not use
full throttle at any time.
20 hours and beyond
The ATV can now be operated normally.
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CAUTION:
If any engine trouble should occur during the
engine break-in period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the ATV.
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Parking

When parking the ATV, stop the engine, shift into
first gear, apply the parking brake, and then turn
the fuel cock to "OFF".
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