Honda SPORTRAX 250EX 2007, Owner'S Manual

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Parking
Basic Operation & Riding
Parking on a Steep Incline or a Loose or Slippery Surface
Look for level parking area. Make sure the ground surface is firm.
After bringing your ATV to a stop, hold the brakes while you shift
into neutral.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the ignition switch OFF (
).
If you’re through riding for the day, turn the fuel valve OFF.
If it is necessary to start the engine when your ATV is stopped on a
grade in gear, rock the vehicle back and forth to allow shifting the
transmission into neutral.
While holding the brakes, set the parking brake.
Turn the ignition switch OFF (
) and release the brakes.
If the ATV begins to move, either while sitting on it or after you
dismount, find a better parking location.
If rocks or other objects are available, you can block the wheels as
shown for additional security.
If you must park your ATV on a steep incline or loose or slippery
surface, use the following procedure:
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