Yamaha BRUIN 250 Owner's Manual - Caution:

6-4

EBU15450

Drive select lever operation and reverse 

driving

CAUTION:

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Before shifting, you must stop the ATV

and return the throttle lever to its closed

position, otherwise the transmission may

be damaged. 

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NOTE:

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When shifting into reverse, the transmission

must be in first gear. 

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1. Bring the ATV to a complete stop and re-

turn the throttle lever to the closed posi-

tion.

2. Apply the brake pedal.

3. Shift the transmission into first gear.

4. Move the drive select lever toward the

“R” position until it completely stops. 

1. Drive select lever

NOTE:

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When in reverse, the reverse indicator light

should be on. If the light does not come on,

ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the ATV. 

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5. Check behind you for people or obsta-

cles, and then release the brake pedal.

6. Open the throttle lever gradually and con-

tinue to watch to the rear while backing.

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