BRP Can-Am Outlander 450 DPS 2022, Operator'S Manual

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48 Safety Information
– Do not turn the handlebar too far or too fast for your speed and environ-
ment. Adjust steering inputs accordingly.
– Slow down before entering a turn. Avoid hard braking during a turn.
– Avoid sudden or hard acceleration when turning, even from a stop or low
speed.
– Never attempt donuts, skids, slides, fishtails, jumps, or other stunts. If vehicle
starts to skid or slide, steer in the direction of the skid or slide. Never slam the
brakes and lock the wheels.
– Avoid paved surfaces. This vehicle is not designed to operate on paved surfa-
ces and is more likely to roll over. If you must drive on pavement, turn gradu-
ally, go slowly, and avoid abrupt acceleration and braking.
Avoid sudden inputs to steering, throttle or brakes while turning.
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of the skid until you regain control. Never jam the brakes and lock the wheels.
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Always keep both hands on handlebars and feet on footpegs when braking.
Practice braking to get familiar with the brake response.
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Do it at low speed first, then increase the speed.
– Practice braking in straight line at different speeds and different braking force.
– Practice emergency braking; optimal braking is obtained in straight line, with
high force applied, without locking the wheels.
Remember, braking distance depends on vehicle speed, load and the type of
surface. Also, the tires and brakes conditions play a major role.
RIDING THE VEHICLE