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the operator being under the influence of alcohol or drugs ,

etc .

Yamaha provides extensive warnings on the vehicles

Ma

se

and on the machine itself regarding misuse . We applaud any reasonable public awareness campaign which reinforces the danger associated with improper use of the product .

asso

use

Yamaha will continue its efforts relative to instructions

and labeling , and include warnings as to

recommended age

restrictions .

Yamaha , as a member of the Speciality Vehicle Institute of America ( SVIA ) , contributes to and supports rider educa tion . We are also working with the CPSC to develop meaning

ful and appropriate voluntary standards .

A number of the

areas raised in your May 3 , 1985 letter such as lighting , age labeling , etc . , are being discussed as possible voluntary

standards .

In conclusion , Yamaha intends to continue to work aggress ively with the CPSC to reduce ATV accidents as appropriate . We believe public awareness as to the danger of product

ve

awareness

as

misuse is the key

to

accident

prevention .

Governmental

assistance in this role , can perhaps be meaningful and

productive to this end .

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