2004 Yamaha Motorsports Big Bear 400 Owners Manual - Page 61
2004 Yamaha Motorsports Big Bear 400 Manual
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EBU00205 To start out and accelerate: 1. Release the throttle lever. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Opening the throttle before releasing the shift pedal. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The machine could wheelie. This would increase the chance of an accident, including overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Release the shift pedal before opening the throttle. Open the throttle gradually. CAUTION: Always close the throttle while shifting gears. Otherwise, damage to the engine and drive train may result. 2. Shift into first gear and release the shift pedal. 3. Open the throttle gradually. 4. Once the machine has attained adequate speed, release the throttle lever. 5. Shift into second gear and release the shift pedal. 6. Open the throttle gradually. 7. Follow the same procedure when shifting to the next higher gear. 6-6