Yamaha SXV60K Owner's Manual

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7-9ESU00251Maximizing drive track lifeRecommendationsTrack tensionDuring initial break-in, the new drive track will tend tostretch quickly as the track settles. Be sure to correct thetrack tension and alignment frequently. (See pages8-23–8-25 for adjustment procedures.) A loose track canslip (ratchet), derail or catch on suspension parts caus-ing severe damage. Do not overtighten the drive track,otherwise it may increase the friction between the trackand the slide runners, resulting in the rapid wear of bothcomponents. Also, this may put an excessive load on thesuspension components, resulting in component failure.Marginal snowThe drive track and the slide runners are lubricated andcooled by snow and water. To prevent the drive track andslide runners from overheating, avoid sustained high-speed usage in areas such as icy trails, frozen lakes andrivers that have minimal snow coverage. An overheatedtrack will be weakened internally, which may cause fail-ure or damage.Off-trail ridingAvoid off-trail riding until there is sufficient snow cover-age. It generally takes several feet of snow to provide agood overall base to properly cover debris, such asrocks, logs, etc. If snow coverage is not sufficient, stay ontrails to avoid impact damage to the drive track.Studded trackIn general, track life will be shortened when studs areinstalled. Drilling stud holes into the drive track will cutthe internal fibers, which weakens the track. Avoid spin-ning the drive track. Studs may catch on an object andpull out of the track, leaving tears and damage aroundthe already weakened area. To minimize possible dam-age, consult your stud manufacturer for installation andstud pattern recommendations.Yamaha does not recommend track studding.