3-12
A
Locked
B Released
After making sure that the engine is
warm, apply the rear brake and then
release the parking brake. To release
the parking brake, squeeze the clutch
lever and release the parking brake
lock.
Pull in the clutch lever and engage
first gear by pushing down the gear-
shift lever while depressing the rear
brake pedal. To start moving, slowly
release the clutch lever as you gradu-
ally open the throttle. As the clutch
engages, release the rear brake.
When the vehicle’s speed increases,
pull in the clutch lever and release the
throttle at the same time. Lift the gear-
shift lever to engage second gear and
release the clutch lever. You can
select third, fourth, and top gear in
succession by repeating this shifting
sequence.
Reduce vehicle speed before shifting
down. To shift down, release the throt-
tle and push down on the gearshift
lever to engage a lower gear.
WARNING
Failure to use extra care when
operating this ATV on unfamiliar
terrain can be hazardous.
You can come upon hidden rocks,
bumps, or holes, without enough
time to react. This could cause the
ATV to overturn or go out of con-
trol.
Go slowly and be extra careful
when operating on unfamiliar ter-
rain. Always be alert to changing
terrain conditions when operating
the ATV.
WARNING
The ATV can start moving as soon
as you release the parking brake.
Unexpected movement can cause
you to lose control of the ATV.
Make sure you shift into neutral
and apply the rear brake before
you release the parking brake.