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Operation

From full speed, the watercraft comes to a  EX Sport: Do not use the reverse func-
complete stop due to water resistance in ap- tion to slow down or stop the watercraft
proximately 90 m (300 ft) after the throttle le- as it could cause you to lose control, be
ver is released or the engine is stopped, ejected, or impact the handlebars.
although this distance will vary depending on  EX Deluxe: To avoid rear-end collisions
many factors, including gross weight, water while operating the watercraft, check
surface conditions, and wind direction. behind you before using the RiDE lever
to slow down or stop the watercraft.
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Operating the watercraft in reverse or
90 m (300 ft)
neutral (EX Sport / EX Deluxe)
Operating in reverse (EX Sport)
Pull the shift lever rearward to the reverse po-
sition. The watercraft will move in reverse.
(See page 35 for information on the reverse
system.)

EX Deluxe: If the RiDE lever is squeezed to
slow down, the stopping distance is approxi-
mately 30% shorter than when the RiDE lever 1
is not used. However, this distance will vary
depending on many factors, including gross
weight, water surface conditions, and wind
direction.
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WARNING
1 Shift lever
 Allow adequate stopping distance. Stay
2 Reverse position
far enough away from others so you can
always safely coast to a stop.
 Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-
member, watercraft and other boats do
not have brakes.
 Operate defensively at safe speeds and
keep a safe distance away from people,
objects, and other watercraft to give you
time to stop.
 Do not shut the engine off when slowing
down in case you need engine power to
steer away from a boat or other obstacle Make sure that there are no obstacles or peo-
that comes into your path. ple behind you before shifting into reverse.

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