LONCIN LX500ATV, Owner'S Manual

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RIDING YOUR ATV
Select a large, flat area off-road to become familiar with
your ATV.
Make sure that this area is free of obstacles and other
riders. You should practice control of the throttle, brakes,
shifting procedure and turning techniques in this areas
before trying more difficult terrain.
Always avoid riding on paved surfaces: the ATV is
designed for off-road use only, and handling maneuvers
are more difficult to perform on pavement.
Set the parking brake and follow the instruction to start
the engine. Once it has warmed up you are ready to begin
riding your ATV. As you get on the ATV, Be sure not to
accidently move the shift pedal. Remember that the
engine and exhaust
pipe will be hot when riding and
afterwards; do not allow skin or clothing to come in
contact with these components.
With the engine idling,
to the L position and then release
the parking brake. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly.
The centrifugal clutch will engage and you will start to
accelerate.
apply the throttle smoothly. Use this same
procedure as you move into the H .
Be sure to coordinate the use of the throttle and shift
shaft properly. If the throttle is not released during
shifting, or if the
is not released before applying
the throttle, the front wheels may lift off the ground
resulting in a loss of directional control. Avoid higher
speeds until you are thoroughl y familiar wi th the
operation of your ATV.
moving the drive select lever
along the shift guide
position
shift shaft
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