Stopping; Beaching - Yamaha XL700Y WaveRunner Owner's/Operator's Manual

95m (310 feet)
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STOPPING

The water vehicle is not equipped with a
separate braking system. It is stopped by
water resistance when the throttle lever is
released. From full speed, the water vehi-
cle stops in approximately 95 m (310 feet)
after the throttle is released and the
engine stopped. The stopping distance
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varies depending on gross weight, water
surface conditions, and wind direction.
The stated stopping distance should be
used for a reference. The watercraft slows
down as soon as the throttle lever is
released, but will coast for a distance
before fully stopping. If you are not sure
you can stop in time before hitting an
obstacle, apply throttle and turn in anoth-
er direction.
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Allow adequate stopping distance. Fail-
ure to begin slowing soon enough could
cause you to hit an obstacle you are
approaching. Do not shut off the engine
when slowing down in case you need
engine power to steer away from a boat
or other obstacle that comes into your
path.
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BEACHING

1) Make sure no obstructions, boats or
swimmers
Release the throttle lever about 95 m
(310 feet) before the intended landing
area.
2) Approach the beach slowly and stop
the engine before reaching landing
point. Remember: turning is impossi-
ble with the engine stopped.
3) Get off the vehicle and pull it up on
the beach.
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are near the beach.
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