RIDING THE VEHICLE
WARNING
When riding with a passenger:
– Braking ability and steering control are reduced. Decrease
speed and allow extra space to maneuver.
– Adjust suspension according to weight.
For complete information on how to adjust the suspension, please
refer to
TUNE YOUR RIDE
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Riding with a Child
On snowm obiles allowing two passengers (with optional seat), if you
have an adult and a child for passenger, BRP recommends that the
child sits in the center location. This allows an adult sitting in the rear
seat to keep a visual co ntact with the child and hold him if necessary.
In addition, the child is best protected against the wind and cold tem-
perature if seated in the center location.
Use extra cau tion and go even more slowly with a young passenger.
Check frequently to make certain the child has a firm grip and is prop-
erly positioned with his feet on the running boards.
Terrain/Riding Variations
Groomed Trail
On a maintained trail, sitting is the most preferred riding position. Do
not race and, above all, keep to the right hand side of the trail. Be pre-
pared for the unexpected. Observe all trail signs. Do not zigzag from
one side of the trail to the other.
Ungroomed Trail
Unless there has been a fresh snowfall you can expect “wash-
board” and snowdrift conditions. Taken at excessive speeds, such
conditions can be physically harmful. Slow down. Hold on the
handlebar and assume a posting position. Feet should be under the
body assuming a crouched position to absorb any jarring effect. On
longer stretches of “washboard” trails, the kneeling position of one
knee on the seat can be adopted. This provides a certain amount of
comfort, while at the same time keeps the b ody loose and capable
of vehicle control. Beware of hidden rocks or tree stumps partially
hidden by a recent snowfall.
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