Yamaha BIG BEAR 400 Owner's Manual - Shift Pedal

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Shift pedal 

This ATV is equipped with a constant-mesh 5-

speed forward and 1-speed reverse transmission.

The shift pedal is located on the left side of the en-

gine. Reverse is at the bottom position and neutral

is one position above reverse.

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Reverse knob “REV” 

The reverse knob is used to shift into reverse. See

the “Operating the reverse knob and driving in re-

verse” section on page 6-3 before operating this

ATV in reverse.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

The ATV could start moving unexpectedly if

the parking brake is not applied before start-

ing the engine. This could cause loss of con-

trol or a collision.

The brake could overheat if you ride the ATV

without releasing the parking brake. You

could lose braking performance which could

cause an accident. You could also wear out

the brakes prematurely.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always set the parking brake before starting

the engine.

Always be sure you have released the park-

ing brake before you begin to ride.

1. Shift pedal

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