Head to Toe
Safety Checklist
YAMAHA 1XD-F1558-00
Head
Helmet and eye protection.
Body
Seatbelt and protective clothing.
Hands
Inside vehicle and holding the
handhold or steering wheel.
Feet
On floor or footrests,
ready to brace, and door closed.
YAMAHA 2MB-F1568-00
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Improper Use of Off-Highway Vehicle Can Cause Severe Injury or Death
Read Owner’s Manual
Read Tips Guide for the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Driver
Follow All Instruction and Warnings
Be Prepared
Drive Responsibly
If you think or feel the vehicle may tip or roll,
reduce your risk to injury:
Pay Attention and Plan Ahead
Do not allow careless or reckless driving.
Do your part to prevent injuries:
Req uire Proper Use of Your Vehicle
Rollovers have caused
severe injuries and death,
even on flat, open areas.
Stay completely inside the vehicle.•
Passenger must be able to reach the handhold while
keeping feet flat on floor and sitting upright with
back against seat.
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Driver must be able to comfortably reach all controls
while sitting upright with back against seat.
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Wear an approved helmet, eye protection and protective gear.•
Fasten seat belts.•
Do not allow anyone to ride in the cargo bed.•
Avoid side hilling (riding across slopes).•
Plan for hills, rough terrain, ruts, and other changes
in traction and terrain. Avoid paved surfaces.
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Avoid hard acceleration when turning, even from a stop.•
Slow down before entering a turn.•
Avoid abrupt maneuvers, sideways sliding, skidding,
or fishtailing, and never do donuts.
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Avoid loss of control and rollovers:
Do not put any part of your body outside of
the vehicle for any reason.
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Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel
or handhold and brace yourself.
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Do not exceed seating capacity: 1 passenger.•
Do not allow operation on public roads
(unless designated for off-highway vehicle access)
— collisions with cars and trucks can occur.
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Do not let people drive or ride
after using alcohol or drugs.
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Make sure operators are 16 or older
with valid driver’s license.
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