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SAFETY
· Never allow a child under age 16 to operate an ATV without adult supervision,
and never allow continued use of an ATV by a child if he or she does not have
the abilities to operate it safely.
Never carry a passenger on an ATV.
· Never operate an ATV on any paved surfaces, including sidewalks, driveways,
parking lots and streets.
· Never operate an ATV on any public street, road or highway, even a dirt or
gravel one.
· Never operate an ATV without wearing an approved motorcycle helmet that
fits properly. You should also wear eye protection (goggles or face shield),
gloves, boots, long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants.
· Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this ATV.
· Never operate this ATV at excessive speeds. Always go at a speed that is
proper for the terrain, visibility and operating conditions, and your experience.
· Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts.
· Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure it is in safe
operating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance
procedures and schedules described in this manual.
· Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footrests of
the ATV during operation.
· Always go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar terrain.
Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating the ATV.
· Never operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain until you have
learned and practiced the skills necessary to control the ATV on such terrain.
Always be especially cautious on these kinds of terrain.
· Always follow proper procedures for turning as described in this manual.
Practice turning at low speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds. Do
not turn at excessive speeds.
· Never operate that ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities.
Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills.
Category Y-10+ ATV. A Category Y-10+ ATV is a youth model ATV that is intended
for use by children age 10 or older.
Category Y-12+ ATV. A Category Y-12+ ATV is a youth model ATV that is intended
for use by children age 12 or older.
Category T (Transitional Model) ATV. A Category T ATV is an ATV of appropriate
size that is intended for recreational use by an operator age 14 or older under adult
supervision, or by an operator age 16 or older.
