2012 Yamaha Motorsports Phazer GT Owners Manual - Page 44
2012 Yamaha Motorsports Phazer GT Manual
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Operation Pay particular attention to the safety information on page 6. Please read all warning and notice labels on your snowmobile. Also, read the Snowmobiler's Safety Handbook that is supplied with your snowmobile. A broken track, track fittings, or debris thrown by the track could be dangerous to bystanders. [EWS00690] Braking EWS00220 WARNING G Learning to ride your snowmobile Before you ride, always perform the pre-operation checks listed on page 34. 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 totally familiar with the snowmobile's handling and performance characteristics. The beginning operator should select a large flat area to become familiar with the snowmobile. Make sure that this area is free of obstacles and other traffic. You should practice control of the throttle and brake, and master turning techniques in this area before trying more difficult terrain. Set the parking brake and follow the instructions on page 36 to start the engine. Once the engine has warmed up, you are ready to begin riding your snowmobile. 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. When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Turning For most snow surfaces, "body English" is the key to turning. As you approach a curve, slow down and begin to turn the handlebar in the desired direction. As you do so, put your weight on the running board to the inside of the turn and lean your upper body into the turn. To start out and accelerate 1. 2. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. The V-belt clutch will engage and you will start to accelerate. WARNING! Do not allow anyone to stand behind the snowmobile when starting the engine. This procedure should be practiced at low speeds many times, in a large flat area with no obstacles. Once you have learned this technique, you should be able to perform it at high- 38