Cannondale 2002 Blaze, Owner'S Manual

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TURNING ON SLOPES OR HILLS
Turning on slopes or hills is an advanced skill so before
attempting a turn on a slope or hill, practice turning on level
ground.
Avoid slopes with unstable or slippery surfaces that will
cause the tires to lose traction. When turning on a slope or
hill you may need to shift a greater amount of your weight
and lean more to successfully make the turn. Practice
turning on smaller slopes or hills first and never attempt a
turn on steep, slippery, or rough slopes or hills.
Always reduce speed when turning.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause loss of control or cause ATV to overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until
you have mastered the turning technique as
described in this Owner’s Manual on level ground.
Be very careful when turning on any hill.
Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible.
When crossing the side of a hill:
Always follow proper procedures as described in this
Owner’s Manual.
Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose
surfaces.
Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV.