CONTROLS AND FEATURES
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Fuel Minimum Octane Rating and Safety Warnings
The recommended fuel for your vehicle is 89 Octane minimum, premium or mid-grade fuel (a
maximum blend of 10% ethanol is allowed). Non-oxygenated (ethanol-free) fuel is recommended
for best performance in all conditions.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
Allow the engine and exhaust system to cool before filling the tank.
Always exercise extreme caution whenever handling gasoline.
Always refuel with the engine stopped, and outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
Never carry a plastic container with gasoline in the cargo area while riding. Static electricity
between the cargo area and container could cause a spark.
Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in or near the area where refueling is
performed, or where gasoline is stored.
Do not overfill the tank. Do not fill to the tank neck.
If gasoline spills on your skin or clothing, immediately wash it off with soap and water and
change clothing.
Never start the engine or let it run in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust fumes are poisonous
and can cause loss of consciousness or death in a short time.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Operate this vehicle only outdoors or in well-ventilated
areas.