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PRACTICING
Select a flat area to become familiar with your
ATV. Make sure that this area is free of
obstacles and other riders. You should
practice control of the throttle, brakes,
shifting before trying more difficult terrain.
Always avoid riding on rough surfaces: the
ATV is designed for on-road use only, and
handling maneuvers are more difficult to
perform on .
Set the parking brake and follow the
instruction on page 49~51 to start the engine.
Once it has warmed up you are ready to begin
riding your ATV. Remember that the engine
and exhaust pipe will be hot when riding and
afterwards; do not allow skin or clothing to
come in contact with these components.
rough surfaces
With the engine idling, return the starter knob
to the closed position and shift the drive
select lever into the forward position. Then
release the parking brake. Apply the throttle
slowly and you will start to accelerate. If the
throttle is applied too abruptly, the front
wheels may lift off the ground resulting in a
loss of directional control. Avoid higher
speeds until you are thoroughly familiar with
the operation of your ATV.
When slowing down or stopping, release the
throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and
evenly. Improper use of the brakes can cause
the tires to lose traction, reducing control and
increasing the possibility of an accident.