Yamaha FX10X 2008, Service Manual

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MAXIMIZING DRIVE TRACK LIFE
Off-trail riding
Avoid off-trail riding until there is sufficient snow
coverage. It generally takes several feet of snow to
provide a good overall base to properly cover
debris, such as rocks, logs, etc. If snow coverage is
not sufficient, stay on trails to avoid impact damage
to the drive track.
Studded track
In general, track life will be shortened when studs
are installed. Drilling stud holes into the drive track
will cut the internal fibers, which weakens the track.
Avoid spinning the drive track. Studs may catch on
an object and pull out of the track, leaving tears and
damage around the already weakened area. To
minimize possible damage, consult your stud man-
ufacturer for installation and stud pattern recom-
mendations.
Yamaha does not recommend track studding.