Yamaha YFM90RA, Owner'S Manual

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curves.
Improper riding procedures such as abrupt throttle
changes, excessive braking, incorrect body move-
ments, or too much speed for the sharpness of the
turn may cause the ATV to tip. If the ATV begins to
tip over to the outside while negotiating a turn, lean
more to the inside. It may also be necessary to
gradually let off on the throttle and steer to the out-
side of the turn to avoid tipping over.
Remember: Avoid higher speeds until you are
thoroughly familiar with the operation of your ATV.
CLIMBING UPHILL
WARNING
Climbing hills improperly can cause overturns
or loss of control. Use proper riding techniques
described in this Owner’s Manual.
Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for
the ATV or for your abilities. The ATV can
overturn more easily on extremely steep hills
than on level surfaces or small hills.
Always check the terrain carefully before you
start up any hill. Never climb hills with ex-
cessively slippery or loose surfaces.
Do not attempt to climb hills until you have mast-
ered basic maneuvers on flat ground. Always ch-
eck the terrain carefully before attempting any hill.
In all cases avoid inclines with slippery or loose
surfaces, or obstacles that might cause you to lose
control.
To climb a hill, you need traction, momentum, and
steady throttle. Travel fast enough to maintain
momentum, but not so fast that you cannot react
to changes in the terrain as you climb.
Shift your weight forward.
Never open the throttle suddenly. The ATV
could flip over backwards.
Never go over the top of any hill at high speed.
An obstacle, a sharp drop, or another vehicle
or person could be on the other side of the hill.
Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any
hill until you have mastered the turning te-
chnique as described in the Owner’s Manual
on level ground. Be very careful when turning
on any hill.
Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if po-
ssible. When crossing the side of a hill shift
your weight to the uphill side of the ATV.