2001 YAMAHA YFM400F warning

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WARNING

Always use the size and type tires specified in
the Owner’s Manual for this vehicle on pages
5-25 ~ 5-27. Always maintain proper tire pres-
sure as described in the Owner’s Manual on
page 5-29. Use of improper tires on this ATV,
or operation of this ATV with improper or un-
even tire pressure, may cause loss of control,
increasing your risk of an accident.
Do not operate at speeds too fast for your
skills or the conditions.
WARNING

Always go at a speed that is proper for the ter-
rain, visibility and operating conditions, and
your experience. Operating this ATV at speeds
too fast for your skills or the conditions in-
creases your chances of losing control of the
ATV, which can result in an accident.

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WARNING

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Never exceed the stated load capacity for
this ATV.
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Cargo should be properly distributed and
securely attached.
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Reduce speed when carrying cargo or
pulling a trailer. Allow greater distance
for braking.
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Always follow the instructions in your
Owner’s Manual for carrying cargo or
pulling a trailer. MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT
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Vehicle loading limit (total weight of car-
go, rider and accessories, and tongue
weight): 210 kg
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Front carrier: 40 kg
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Rear carrier: 80 kg
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Storage box: 2.0 kg
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Trailer hitch:
Pulling load (total weight of trailer and
cargo): 500 kg
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Tongue weight (vertical weight on trailer
hitch point): 15 kg

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During operation
Always keep your feet on the footboards dur-
ing operation. Otherwise your feet may contact
the rear wheels.
WARNING

Always keep both hands on the handlebars
and both feet on the footboards of your ATV
during operation. Removing even one hand or
foot can reduce your ability to control the ATV
or could cause you to lose your balance and
fall off of the ATV. If you remove a foot from a
footboard, your foot or leg may come into con-
tact with the rear wheels, which could injure
you or cause an accident.
Avoid wheelies and jumping. You may lose
control of the machine or overturn.
WARNING

Never attempt stunts, such as wheelies or
jumps. Don’t try to show off.

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Modifications
WARNING

Never modify this ATV through improper in-
stallation 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 in-
stalled and used according to instructions. Im-
proper installation of accessories or
modification of this vehicle may cause chang-
es in handling which in some situations could
lead to an accident. If you have questions, con-
sult an authorized ATV dealer.

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Exhaust system
The exhaust system on the machine is very hot
during and following operation. To prevent
burns, avoid touching the exhaust system.
Park the machine in a place where pedestrians
or children are not likely to touch it.
WARNING
Do not touch the hot exhaust system. Do not
park the machine during or after operation in aplace where others might be likely to touch it.

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BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE
This machine is designed for off-road use only.
Riding on paved surfaces can cause loss of
control.
WARNING
Always avoid paved surfaces, including side-
walks, driveways, parking lots and streets.
ATVs are designed for off-road use only. Paved
surfaces may seriously affect handling and
control of the ATV, and may cause the vehicleto go out of control.

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Do not ride on any public road, street, or high-
way. Riding on public roads can result in colli-
sions with other vehicles.
WARNING
Never operate this ATV on any public street,
road or highway, even a dirt or gravel one. You
can collide with another vehicle. In many ar-
eas, it is illegal to operate ATVs on publicstreets, roads and highways.

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Know the terrain where you ride. Ride cau-
tiously in unfamiliar areas. Stay alert for holes,
rocks, or roots in the terrain, and other hidden
hazards which may cause the machine to up-
set.
WARNING
Go slowly and be extra careful when operating
this ATV on unfamiliar terrain. Always be alert
to changing terrain conditions when operatingthe ATV.
WARNING
Do not operate on excessively rough, slippery
or loose terrain until you have learned and
practiced the skills necessary to control the
ATV on such terrain. Failure to use extra care
when operating on excessively rough, slippery
or loose terrain could cause loss of traction or
vehicle control, which could result in an acci-dent, including an overturn.