With
practice, over a period
of
time, skill at
controlled sliding can
be
developed. The ter-
rain should
be
chosen carefully before attemp-
ting such maneuvers, since both stability and
control are reduced. Bear
in
mind that sliding
maneuvers should always
be
avoided on ex-
tremely slippery surfaces such
as
ice, since
all
control may be lost.
WARNING:
Sliding
or
skidding
on
pavement
must
be
avoided
at
all
times
because
traction
may
be
regained
without
warning,
causing
the
Tri-Moto
to
turn
over
and
result
in
an ac-
cident
or
injury.
Be
careful
when
braking
on
loose
or
slip-
pery
surfaces.
Improper
use
of
the
brakes
can
cause
uncontrolled
sliding,
reducing
control
and
increasing
the
possibility
of
an
accident.
What
to
Do
If
...
This section
is
designed
to
be
a reference guide
only.
Be
sure
to
read each section on riding
techniques
completely.
WHAT
TO
DO
...
•
If
your Tri-Moto doesn't turn when you
want
it
to:
Bring the Tri-Moto
to
a stop and practice
the turning maneuvers again.
Be
sure
you
are
putting your weight on the footrest
to
the outside
of
the turn. Position your
weight over the
front
wheel
for
better
control.
(see
pages 1-10 and 1-11)
1-14
•
If
your Tri-Moto begins
to
tip while
turning:
•
Lean
more into the turn to regain balance.
If
necessary gradually let
off
on the throt-
tle
and/
or steer
to
the outside
of
the turn
(see
pages 1-10 and 1-11)
If
your Tri-Moto starts
to
slide sideways:
Steer
in
the direction
of
the slide
if
you
have the room.
Applying the brakes or accelerating
is
not
recommended until you have corrected
the slide.
(see
pages 1-13 and 1-14)
• If your Tri-Moto can't make it up a hill you
are
trying
to
climb:
Turn the Tri-Moto around
if
you still have
forward speed.
If
not, stop dismount on
the uphill side
of
the Tri-Moto and
physically turn the Tri-Moto around. If the
Tri-Moto starts
to
slip backwards
DO
NOT
USE THE
REAR
BRAKE-the
Tri-Moto
may tip over on top
of
you. Dismount the
Tri-Moto on the uphill side.
(see
pages
**,
1-11
and 1-12)
•
If
your Tri-Moto
is
traversing a sloping
surface:
Be
sure to ride
with
your weight position-
ed
towards the uphill side
of
the Tri-Moto
to
maintain proper balance.
If
the Tri-
Moto
starts
to
tip, steer down the hill
(if
there
are
no obstacles in your way)
to
regain balance. If you discover
that
the
Tri-Moto
is
going
to
tip over, dismount on
the uphill side.
(see
pages
1-12)
•
If
your Tri-Moto encounters shallow
water:
Ride slowly and carefully through slow
moving water, watching for obstacles.
Be
sure to let weter drain from the Tri-Moto
and CHECK YOUR BRAKES
FOR
PRO-
PER
OPERATION when you come out
of
the water. Do not continue
to
ride your
Tri-Moto until you have regained ade-
quate braking ability.
(see
pages
1-13)
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