BRP Can-Am Commander XT 1000R 2021, Operator'S Manual

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RIDING THE VEHICLE
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2 2-UP Models
The passenger must synchronize his movements with the operator. The passen-
ger must remain seated at all times.
Do not forget, the operator is responsible for the safety of the passenger. In doubt,
disembark the passenger before climbing a hill.
Before trying to climb a hill, keep these things in mind. Hill Climbing should only
be attempted by experienced operators. Start on shallow slopes. Always drive
straight uphill. Operator and passenger must keep their body weight forward, to-
wards the top of the hill. Keep feet on the footrests, shift the ATV into a lower gear
and accelerate before you start to climb. Try to keep a steady speed and go easy
on the throttle to avoid acceleration. Abrupt slope or terrain variation or rolling one
wheel over an obstacle could have a big impact on the stability as it will lift the front
of the vehicle increasing the risk of tipping over. Some hills are too steep to safely
stop or recover from after an unsuccessful climbing attempt. Try to avoid steep
inclines. If you're not careful, you could tip over when going up hills. If the hill is
too steep and you cannot proceed or the vehicle begins to roll backwards, apply
the parking brake, being careful not to slide. Ask the passenger to dismount first,
then use the “K” turn (while walking back, next to the vehicle on the up hill side
and with a hand on the brake lever, slowly back the rear of the vehicle toward the
top of the hill then drive downhill). Always walk or dismount on the upside of the
slope while keeping clear of the vehicle and its rotating wheels. Do not try to hold
on to the vehicle if it begins to topple. Stay clear. Do not ride over the crest of the
hill at high speed. Obstacles, including sharp drop-offs, may exist. The passenger
should get on the vehicle only when the vehicle has returned to a safe location.
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