BRP Can-Am Freedom Trailer, User Manual

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ON THE ROAD
Driving Tips
Crosswinds and air turbulence caused
when crossing or being passed by
can disrupt the steering and make the
trailer to sway. To minimize the effect,
do not make quick steering or braking
corrections. Reduce speed slowly and
stay in your way.
If a wheel goes off the paved roadway,
DO NOT steer sharply and DO NOT
brake. Let off the gas handle and slow
down below 40 km/h (25 MPH). Then
steer gradually back onto the roadway.
Proceed with caution entering traffic.
When possible, avoid swerving, twist
and turns, sharp and abrupt turns as
well as sudden braking. This could
cause the trailer to jackknife. It is eas-
ier to unstabilize an empty trailer.
Try to anticipate the riding ahead to
avoid having to backup with a trailer.
When accelerating, it is normal to shift
at a higher RPM to avoid loading exces-
sively the engine.
NOTICE
Avoid spinning the rear
wheel. Rocks or pebbles could be
projected on the trailer and damage
it.
Flat tire
A sudden bumping or "swaying" may
occur. DO NOT induce hard braking.
Slowly pull over in a safe area.
Riding Speed
With ideal road conditions, the maxi-
mum speed to safely towing this trailer
should never exceed maximum speed
road. Always respect speed limit all
time.
WARNING
Driving too fast for conditions can
result in serious loss of control and
cause injury or death. Decrease
vehicle speed as road, weather or
lighting conditions deteriorate.
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