Yamaha Motor RAPTOR 350 YFM350RV Manuel Du Propriétaire page 220

It is important when climbing a hill to make sure
that your weight is transferred forward on the ATV.
This can be accomplished by leaning forward and,
on steeper inclines, standing on the footboards
and leaning forward over the handlebars.
WARNING
_
G Always follow proper procedures for
climbing hills as described in this Own-
er's Manual.
G
Always check the terrain carefully before
you start up any hill.
G
Never climb hills with excessively slip-
pery or loose surfaces.
G
Shift your weight forward.
G
Never open the throttle suddenly or make
sudden gear changes. The ATV could flip
over backwards.
G
Never go over the top of any hill at high
speed. An obstacle, a sharp drop, or an-
other vehicle or person could be on the
other side of the hill.
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