2004 YAMAHA YFM50S tires

5-23
EBU00159
How to measure tire pressure
Use the low-pressure tire gauge.
NOTE:
The low-pressure tire gauge is included as stan-
dard equipment. Make two measurements of the
tire pressure and use the second reading. Dust
or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading
to be incorrect.
Set pressure with tires cold.
Set tire pressures to the following specifications:
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1. Low-pressure tire gauge1. Manomètre basse pression pour pneus1. Manómetro de baja presión
20 kPa
(0.20 kgf/cm2,
0.20 bar)17 kPa
(0.17 kgf/cm2,
0.17 bar)23 kPa
(0.23 kgf/cm2,
0.23 bar)
RecommendedpressureMinimum Maximum
20 kPa
(0.20 kgf/cm
2,
0.20 bar)17 kPa
(0.17 kgf/cm2,
0.17 bar)23 kPa
(0.23 kgf/cm2,
0.23 bar) Front
Rear
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EBU00208
To decelerate:
When slowing down or stopping, release the
throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and
evenly. As you slow down, shift to a lower gear.
Be sure that the engine has sufficiently slowed
before engaging a lower gear. Improper use of
the brakes or shifting can cause the tires to lose
traction, reducing control and increasing the
possibility of an accident.
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Make sure the engine has sufficiently slowed
before shifting to a lower gear. Engaging a
lower gear when the engine speed is too
high could make the wheels stop rotating.
This could cause loss of control, an accident
and injury. It could also cause engine or
drive train damage.
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Always use the size and type tires specified
in the Owner’s Manual for this vehicle on
pages 5-19–5-21.
Always maintain proper tire pressure as
described in the Owner’s Manual on page
5-23. Use of improper tires on this ATV, or
operation of this ATV with improper or
uneven tire pressure, may cause loss of con-
trol, increasing your risk of an accident.
Do not operate at speeds too fast for your
skills or the conditions.
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Always go at a speed that is proper for the
terrain, visibility and operating conditions,
and your experience. Operating this ATV at
speeds too fast for your skills or the condi-
tions increases your chances of losing con-
trol of the ATV, which can result in an acci-
dent.
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With the engine idling, shift the transmission into
the drive position and then release the parking
brake. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly.
The centrifugal clutch will engage and you will
start to accelerate. If the throttle is applied too
abruptly, the front wheels may lift off the ground
resulting in a loss of directional control. Avoid
higher speeds until you are thoroughly familiar
with the operation of your ATV.
When slowing down or stopping, release the
throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and
evenly. Improper use of the brakes can cause
the tires to lose traction, reducing control and
increasing the possibility of an accident.
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CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER
The ATV can be used to cross slow moving,
shallow water of up to a maximum of 20 cm in
depth. Before entering the water, choose your
path carefully. Enter where there is no sharp
drop off, and avoid rocks or other obstacles
which may be slippery or upset the ATV. Drive
slowly and carefully.
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Never operate this ATV in fast flowing water
or in water deeper than that specified in your
Owner’s Manual.
Remember that wet brakes may have
reduced stopping ability. Test your brakes
after leaving water. If necessary, apply them
several times to let friction dry out the lin-
ings. If the ATV is operated through deep or
fast flowing water, the tires may float, caus-
ing loss of traction and loss of control,
which could lead to an accident.
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