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smoothly. The centrifugal clutch will
engage and you will start to accelerate.
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If the throttle is applied too abruptly, the
front wheels may lift off the ground
resulting in a loss of steering control.
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Avoid higher speeds until you are
thoroughly familiar with the operation of
your ATV.
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When slowing down or stopping, release
the throttle and apply the brakes smoothly
and evenly.
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Improper use of the brakes can cause the
tires to lose traction, reducing control and
increasing the possibility of an accident.
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CAUTION:
Do not shift from low gear “L” to high “H” “N”
“R” or any other shift maneuver without first
coming to a complete stop. This could
damage the engine or drive train.
Turning your ATV
To achieve maximum traction while riding
off-road in 2WD or 4WD, the two rear wheels
turn together at the same speed.
Furthermore, when riding in 4WD-LOCK
(“DIFF. LOCK”), all four tires rotate at the
same speed. Therefore, unless the wheel on
the inside of the turn is allowed to slip or lose
some traction, the ATV will resist turning. A
special turning technique must be used to
allow the ATV to make turns quickly and
