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ATV Operation
Starting A Cold Engine
NOTE: It is very important not to touch or compress the
throttle lever during the starting procedures.
1. Rotate the ignition switch key to the first position (ON).
2. Compress the left-hand brake lever; then press on the starter button.
3. Allow the engine to warm up for approximately 2-2 1/2 minutes.
Do not touch the throttle lever until the engine has run for at least 3
minutes.
4. Run the engine for at least 10 minutes so it is thoroughly warmed
up. If the engine is run for a shorter period of time, the spark plug
may not have reached a high enough temperature to burn off the
excess fuel in the combustion chamber.
Braking/Stopping
Coming to a stop should be a slow, easy process. Always allow plenty of
room and time to stop smoothly. Sometimes quick stops are inevitable,
so always be prepared. Whether you’re stopping slowly or stopping
quickly, do this:
1. Compress both right and left brake levers on the handlebars to
apply both the front and rear brakes.
2. If your wheels lock, release them for a second; then apply them
again.
3. Never “ride” the brakes. Even maintaining minimal pressure on a
brake lever will cause the brake shoes to drag on the drums and
overheat the brake system.
Parking
Parking involves following the previous rules for braking; then:
1. After the ATV stops, shift into neutral.
2. Stop the engine using the engine stop switch.
3. Turn off the ignition.
4. If you have to park on a hill, shift the ATV into low gear; otherwise,
try to park only on level surfaces.
5. Engage the brake lever lock.
Dismounting the ATV
After you’ve followed the procedure for parking, it’s time to dismount.
1. Double check that the brake lever lock is engaged.
2. Swing your right leg over to the left side of the seat.
3. Step to the ground on the left side of the ATV.
Active riding involves moving your body. You must learn to lean and
shift your weight into your turns to maintain control.
CAUTION
Do not run the starter motor for more than eight seconds per
starting attempt. The starter motor may overheat causing severe
starter motor damage. Allow 15 seconds between starting
attempts to allow the starter motor to cool.
CAUTION
If unburned fuel is collected in the combustion chamber due to
lack of running time, spark plug fouling will occur more easily
during the next starting attempt.
Handling the ATV (Active Riding
Techniques)
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