hot when riding and afterwards; do not allow skin or clothing to come in contact with these compo- nents.

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 smoothly. The centrifugal clutch will engage 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.

7When slowing down or stopping, release the throt- tle and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly. Im- proper use of the brakes can cause the tires to lose traction, reducing control and increasing the possi- bility of an accident.

TURNING YOUR ATV

To achieve maximum traction while riding off-road, the two rear wheels are mounted solidly on one axle and turn together at the same speed. There- fore, unless the wheel on the inside of the turn is al- lowed to slip or lose some traction, the ATV will resist turning. A special turning technique must be used to allow the ATV to make turns quickly and

easily. It is essential that this skill be learned first at low speed.

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WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Turning improperly.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

ATV could go out of control, causing a collision or overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always follow proper procedures for turning as described in this Owner’s Manual. Practice turning at low speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds. Do not turn at speeds too fast for your skills or the condi- tions.

As you approach a curve, slow down and begin to turn the handlebars in the desired direction. As you do so, put your weight on the footboard to the outside of the turn (opposite your desired direction) and lean your upper body into the turn. Use the throttle to maintain an even speed through the turn. This maneuver will let the wheel on the inside of the turn slip slightly, allowing the ATV to make the turn properly.

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