2013 YAMAHA RHINO 700 towing

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Prepare your vehicle
Perform the pre-operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operat-
ing condition. Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an ac-
cident or equipment damage. See pages 5-1–5-2 for a list of pre-operation checks.
Prepare your load or trailer
Carrying loads, towing a trailer, or pulling objects can affect handling, stability, and cause the risk
of overturns or other accidents. Read Chapter 6 before loading, towing, or pulling objects.
Do not overload the vehicle or trailer. Refer to label in cargo bed for cargo bed load limit. Re- fer to label next to hitch for tongue weight and trailer load limits.
Keep weight in the cargo bed centered side to side, and as low and as far forward as pos-
sible.
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If you think or feel that the vehicle may tip or roll, keep your body completely inside the protec-
tive structure of the vehicle:
Brace yourself by pressing your feet firmly on the floorboards and keep a firm grip on the
steering wheel or handholds.
Do not put your hands or feet outside of the vehicle for any reason. Your arm or leg could be crushed.
Do not try to stop a vehicle tipover using your arm or leg.
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Do not operate this vehicle on any public street , road, or highway, even if dirt or gravel.
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Do not operate the vehicle in fast-flowing water or water deeper than 33 cm (13 in). If you must
cross shallow, slow-moving water, choose your path carefully to avoid sharp drop-offs, large
rocks, or slippery surfaces. Operating this vehicle through deep or fast-flowing water can lead
to loss of control or overturn. To reduce your risk of drowning or other injuries, use care when
crossing through water.
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When loaded with cargo or towing a trailer:
Reduce speed, operate in low gear only, and allow more room to stop.
Avoid hills and rough terrain. Use extreme caution when towing or carrying a load on in-
clines.
Load trailer properly and use extra care when towing or pulling.
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Do not tow or pull objects from any part of the vehicle other than the trailer hitch bracket or
winch (if installed).
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EVU00370Trailer hitch bracket and receiver
This vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch
bracket and a 5 cm (2 in) receiver for a stan-
dard trailer hitch. Trailer towing equipment
can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer. (See
pages 6-9–6-11 for precaution information.)1. Trailer hitch bracket 2. Receiver
EVU00380Auxiliary DC jack
The auxiliary DC jack is located at the right
side of the front panel. The auxiliary DC jack
can be used for suitable work lights, radios,
etc. The auxiliary DC jack should only be used
when the engine is running and the headlights
are turned off.1. Auxiliary DC jack cap1. Set the light switch to “OFF”.
2. Turn the accessory off.
3. Start the engine. (See pages 6-2–6-3.)
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EVU00630Loading
Take extra precautions when driving with a
load or trailer. Follow these instructions and
always use common sense and good judg-
ment when carrying cargo or towing a trailer.
Prepare your load or trailer
WARNING
Improper loading or towing can increase
the risk of loss of control, an overturn, or
other accident:●
Do not exceed the Maximum Loading
Limits for the vehicle (see page 6-10
and vehicle labeling).
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Keep weight in the cargo bed centered
side to side, and as low and as far for-
ward as possible. Top-heavy loads in-
crease the risk of overturn. Be sure
cargo is secured – a loose load could
change handling unexpectedly or
strike occupants.
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Do not exceed the maximum tongue
weight.
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Make sure the load does not interfere
with your control or ability to see
where you are going.
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Tie down cargo in the trailer securely.
Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot
move around. A shifting load can
cause an accident.
Use the hooks equipped on the cargo bed to
tie down loads.
Choose a trailer hitch drawbar designed for
use with a 5 cm (2 in) receiver. (See page
4-36 for more information.)
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You can measure tongue weight with a bath-
room scale. Put the tongue of the loaded trail-
er on the scale with the tongue at hitch height.
Adjust the load in the trailer, if necessary, to
reduce the weight on hitch. If you are carrying
cargo and towing a trailer, include the tongue
weight in the maximum vehicle load limit.Operating when loaded with cargo or tow-
ing a trailer
Drive more slowly than you would without a
load. The more weight you carry, the slower
you should go. Although conditions vary, it is
good practice to keep the vehicle in low gear
whenever you are carrying heavier loads or
when towing a trailer.
WARNING
Carrying loads or towing a trailer can in-
crease the risk of loss of control, an over-
turn, or other accident. To reduce the risk
of an accident:●
Reduce speed, operate in low gear
only, and allow more room to stop. A
heavier vehicle takes longer to stop.
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Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose
terrain carefully. Use extreme caution
when towing or carrying a load on in-
clines.
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Turn gradually and go slowly.
MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT●
Vehicle loading limit (total weight of
cargo, operator, passenger and
accessories and tongue weight):
YXR7FD 367.0 kg (809 lb)
YXR7FSPD 359.0 kg (791 lb)
YXR700FAD 367.0 kg (809 lb)
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Cargo bed: 181 kg (400 lb)
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Trailer hitch:
Pulling load (total weight of trailer and
cargo): 550 kg (1212 lb)
Tongue weight (vertical weight on trailer
hitch point): 50 kg (110 lb)
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