2003 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 Owners Manual - Page 43
2003 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 Manual
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ESU00127 Riding your snowmobile Getting to know your snowmobile A snowmobile is a rider active vehicle, and your riding position and your balance are the two basic factors of maneuvering your snowmobile. Riding your snowmobile requires skills acquired through practice over a period of time. Take the time to learn the basic techniques well before attempting more difficult maneuvers. Riding your new snowmobile can be a very enjoyable activity, providing you with hours of pleasure. However, it is essential to familiarize yourself with the operation of the snowmobile to achieve the skill necessary to enjoy riding safely. Before operating the snowmobile, read this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of the controls. Pay particular attention to the safety information on pages 3-1-3-3. Please read all warning and caution labels on your snowmobile. Also, read the Snowmobiler's Safety Handbook that is supplied with your snowmobile. totally familiar with the snowmobile's handling and performance characteristics. Set the parking brake and follow the instructions on page 7-1-7-2 to start the engine. Once it has warmed up, you are ready to begin riding your snowmobile. To start out and accelerate 1. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. The V-belt clutch will engage and you will start to accelerate. WARNING @ The operator should always keep both hands on the handlebar. Never put your feet outside the running boards. Avoid high speeds until you have become thoroughly familiar with your snowmobile and all of its controls. @ Braking When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. WARNING Learning to ride your snowmobile Before you ride, always perform the preoperation checks listed on pages 8-1-8-3. The short time spent checking the condition of the snowmobile will be rewarded with added safety and a more reliable snowmobile. Always wear the proper clothing for both warmth and to help protect you from injury if an accident occurs. Become familiar with operating your snowmobile at low speeds, even if you are an experienced rider. Do not attempt to operate at maximum performance until you are @ G G Many surfaces such as ice and hardpacked snow require much longer stopping distances. Be alert, plan ahead, and begin decelerating early. Improper use of the brake can cause the drive track to lose traction, reduce control, and increase the possibility of an accident. @ 7-5