User manual YAMAHA BLASTER-2000

[. . . ] It provides information about special techniques and skills necessary to ride your ATV. If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your ATV, please consult a Yamaha dealer. AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE: 8 READ THIS MANUAL TOGETHER WITH TIPS FOR THE ATV RIDER CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR ATV. 8 THIS ATV, AND ANY OTHER ATV OVER 90cc, SHOULD NOT BE RIDDEN BY ANYONE UNDER 16 YEARS OF AGE. [. . . ] Don't try to show off. 7-13 Modifications qWARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV with improper modifications. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Improper installation of accessories or modification of this vehicle may cause changes in handling which in some situations could lead to an accident. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never modify this ATV through improper installation or use of accessories. All parts and accessories added to this vehicle should be genuine Yamaha or equivalent components designed for use on this ATV and should be installed and used according to instructions. If you have questions, consult an authorized ATV dealer. 7-14 Exhaust system The exhaust system on the ATV is very hot during and following operation. Park the ATV in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch it. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not operate, idle, or park the ATV in dry grass or other dry ground cover. Keep the engine area free of dry grass, brush, or other combustible material. Do not park the ATV in a place where others might be likely to touch it. qWARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Hot exhaust system. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Dry grass or brush or other combustible material accumulated around the engine area could catch fire. Someone touching the exhaust system during or after operation could be burned. 7-15 BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE This ATV is designed for off-road use only. Riding on paved surfaces can cause loss of control. qWARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on paved surfaces. Be sure to coordinate the use of the throttle and shift pedal properly. If the throttle is applied too abruptly or if the throttle is not released during shifting, or if the shift pedal is not released before applying the throttle, the front wheels may lift off the ground resulting in a loss of directional control. Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughly familiar with the operation of your ATV. 7-21 qWARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Opening the throttle abruptly or releasing the clutch lever too quickly. Be sure that the engine has sufficiently slowed before engaging a lower gear. Improper use of the brakes or shifting can cause the tires to lose traction, reducing control and increasing the possibility of an accident. qWARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Engaging a lower gear when the engine speed is too high. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Make sure the engine has sufficiently slowed before shifting to a lower gear. 7-22 cC Do not shift gears without releasing the throttle. When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and TURNING YOUR ATV To achieve maximum traction while riding offroad, the two rear wheels are mounted solidly on one axle and turn together at the same speed. Therefore, unless the wheel on the inside of the turn is allowed to slip or lose some traction, the ATV will resist turning. A special turning technique must be used to allow the ATV to make turns quickly and easily. It is essential that this skill be learned first at low speed. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for turning as described in this Owner's Manual. Practice turning at low speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds. [. . . ] Automotive type wax may be applied to all painted and chrome plated surfaces. When finished, start the engine and let it idle for several minutes. 9-2 qWARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operation with wet brakes after washing. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability, increasing the chance of an accident. Apply the brakes several times at slow speeds to let friction dry out the linings. 9 EBU00527 B. [. . . ]