Operation
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around the already weakened area. To mini-
mize possible damage, consult your stud
manufacturer for installation and stud pattern
recommendations.
Yamaha does not recommend track stud-
ding.
ESU11361
Strap
The strap should be used only by experi-
enced operators to assist them when tra-
verse (side-hill) riding.
WARNING
EWS00291
Improper use of the strap on the handle-
bar can result in severe injury or death.
Use the strap only as an operator grip
point when needed to shift weight uphill
to maintain balance during traverse
(side-hill) riding. Only experienced oper-
ators should traverse slopes steep
enough to require strap use.
Keep the right hand on the right handle-
bar grip for steering, and grip the strap
with the left hand to shift weight uphill
for balance during traverse riding.
Ride cautiously while using the strap. Do
not accelerate or decelerate abruptly
while holding onto the strap.
Do not use the strap to lift the snowmo-
bile.
Do not use the strap as a mounting point
for cargo or accessories.
ESU12577
Driving
WARNING
EWS00301
Be sure to read the “SAFETY INFORMA-
TION” section on page 8 and the “Riding
your snowmobile” section on page 33
carefully before operating the snowmo-
bile.
WARNING
EWS00632
Make sure that the throttle lever is fully
released and the snowmobile is at a full
stop before shifting.
Be sure to turn the shift lever to “D”, “R”
or “L” until it stops completely and only
while the engine is idling.
Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mi/h) when
the shift lever is set to the “L” position.
Make sure that the area behind the
snowmobile is clear before reversing.
Watch behind.
Reduce speed and avoid sharp turning
when operating the snowmobile in re-
verse.
TIP
Make sure that the engine is warmed up be-
fore riding.
1.
While the engine is idling, select the de-
sired operating position (“D”, “R”, or “L”)
by pulling the shift lever out, turning it to
the position, and then releasing it.
NOTICE:
Do not shift from forward to
reverse or from reverse to forward
while the snowmobile is moving, as
the drive train could be damaged.
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