IMPORTANT BASIC SAFETY MEASURES
Training
Basic training is required for the
safe operation of any snowmobile.
Study your OPERATOR'S GUIDE
paying particular attention to cau-
tions and warnings. Join your local
snowmobile club: its social activi-
ties and trail systems are planned
for both fun and safety. Obtain
basic instructions from your snow-
mobile dealer, friend, fellow club
member or enroll in your state or
provincial safety training program.
Always show a new operator how
to start and stop the vehicle. In-
dicate the correct riding positions
and, above all else, only allow him
to operate the snowmobile in a re-
stricted flat area — at least until he
is completely familiar with its oper-
ation. If there is a local snowmobile
operator's training course existing,
have him enroll.
Performance
The performance of some snow-
mobiles may significantly exceed
that of other snowmobiles you have
operated. Therefore, use by novice
or inexperienced operators is not
recommended.
Snowmobiles are used in many ar-
eas and in many snow conditions.
Not all models perform the same in
similar conditions. Always consult
your snowmobile dealer when se-
lecting the snowmobile model for
your particular needs and uses.
Injury or death may result to the
snowmobile operator, passenger
or bystander if the snowmobile is
used in risky conditions which are
beyond the driver's, passenger's
or snowmobile's capabilities or in-
tended use.
Age
BRP recommends the operator has
at least 16 years old of age.
Speed
Speeding can be fatal. In many
cases, you cannot react or respond
quickly enough to the unexpected.
Always ride at a speed which is suit-
able to the trail, weather conditions
and your own ability. Know your lo-
cal rules. Speed limit may be in ef-
fect and meant to be observed.
Riding
Always keep right hand side of the
trail.
Always keep a safe distance
from other snowmobiles and by-
standers.
Remember, promotional material
may show risky maneuvers per-
formed by professional riders under
ideal and/or controlled conditions.
You should never attempt any such
risky maneuvers if they are beyond
your level of riding ability.
Never ride after consuming drugs or
alcoholorifyoufeeltiredorill.Op-
erate your snowmobile prudently.
Your snowmobile is not designed to
be operated on public streets, roads
or highways.
Snowmobiling at night can be a de-
lightful experience but because of
reduced visibility, be extra cautious.
Avoid unfamiliar terrain and be sure
your lights are working. Always car-
ry a flashlight and spare light bulbs.
Nature is wonderful but don't let it
distract your attention from driving.
If you want to truly appreciate win-
ter's scenery, stop your snowmo-
bile on the side of the trail so that
you
don't become a hazard to oth-
ers.
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