2012 Yamaha Motorsports FX Nytro M-TX 162 Owners Manual - Page 51
2012 Yamaha Motorsports FX Nytro M-TX 162 Manual
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Operation around the already weakened area. To minimize possible damage, consult your stud manufacturer for installation and stud pattern recommendations. Yamaha does not recommend track studding. ESU11360 G Do not use the strap as a mounting point for cargo or accessories. ESU13224 Driving EWS00300 WARNING Be sure to read the "SAFETY INFORMATION" section on page 5 and the "Riding your snowmobile" section on page 40 carefully before operating the snowmobile. EWS00310 Strap (FX10M53S/FX10M62S) The strap should be used only by experienced operators to assist them when traverse (sidehill) riding. WARNING G G 1. Strap EWS00290 G WARNING Improper use of the strap on the handlebar can result in severe injury or death. G 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 operators should traverse slopes steep enough to require strap use. G Keep the right hand on the right handlebar grip for steering, and grip the strap with the left hand to shift weight uphill for balance during traverse riding. G Ride cautiously while using the strap. Do not accelerate or decelerate abruptly while holding onto the strap. G Do not use the strap to lift the snowmobile. G Make sure that the throttle lever is fully released and the snowmobile is at a full stop before shifting. Be sure to slide the shift lever to "FWD" or "REV" until it stops completely and only while the engine is idling. 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 reverse. TIP Make sure that the engine is warmed up enough before riding. 1. To select the desired operating position, pull the shift lever out, slide it to "FWD" or to "REV" until it stops, and then push it back in. NOTICE: Do not shift from "FWD" to "REV" or from "REV" to "FWD" while the snowmobile is moving, as the drive train could be damaged. [ECS00811] 45