KYMCO UXV500, Owner'S Manual

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ALCOHOL AND DRUG CONSUMPTION
Alcohol is related to over 30% of the motor vehicle accidents in
the United States. It is extremely dangerous to drink alcoholic
beverages and drive a UTV. Alcohol, even in moderation, se-
verely impairs your ability to control an UTV.
Substances to avoid when driving:
1. Alcohol
2. Over-the-counter or prescription drugs
3. Illegal/mood altering drugs
Be aware that prescription and over-the-counter medications
can cause drowsiness and impaired judgment. A wide range
of medications, including allergy, cold, flu, and headache medi-
cations, will affect your physical abilities and judgment.
Your physical size and weight will not minimize the effects of
even one antihistamine tablet, so use extreme care if you need
to take medications before you plan to drive your UTV.
Illegal drugs not only inhibit your judgment and ability to drive
your UTV, but there can be severe legal consequences if you
are confronted by law enforcement authorities. The same is
true for excessive alcohol use, so never use alcohol or drugs
before or during your UTV drive.
SOUND JUDGMENT
THE EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL*
The Number of Drinks that
Impair Mental and Physical Abilities
1 to 2 DRINKS Mental processes such as restraint,
awareness, concentration, and judg-
ment are affected, reaction time
slowed; and inability to perform com-
plicated tasks.
3 to 4 DRINKS Depth perception, glare recovery, eye
movement, and focus affected; de-
creased judgment and control.
5 or more DRINKS Coordination deteriorates; loss of criti-
cal judgment, and impaired memory
and comprehension.
*According to the ATV Safety Institute
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in serious injury or death.