Polaris RZR XP 1000 EPS 2019, Owner'S Manual

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14. Keeping both hands on the steering wheel, slowly release the brakes and
depress the throttle with your right foot to begin driving.
15. Drive slowly at first. On level surfaces, practice starting, stopping, turning,
maneuvering, using the throttle and brakes and driving in reverse. Learn how
the vehicle handles when making both left and right turns at a slow speed.
16. Increase speed only after mastering all maneuvers at a slow speed.
17. After you become skilled at making turns and begin to operate at faster
speeds, follow these precautions:
• Avoid sharp turns.
• Never turn while applying heavy throttle.
• Never make abrupt steering maneuvers.
• Operate at speeds appropriate for your skills, the conditions and the terrain.
• DO NOT do power slides, “donuts”, jumps or other driving stunts.
DRIVING WITH PASSENGERS
1. Complete the New Operator Driving Procedures outlined on page 64.
2. Perform the pre-ride inspection. See the Pre-Ride Inspection section for
details.
3. Do not carry more than one passenger in a 2-seat vehicle. Do not carry more
than three passengers in a 4-seat vehicle. Additional passengers can affect
the operator’s ability to steer and operate the controls.
4. All riders must be able to sit with backs against the seat, both feet flat on the
floor and both hands on the steering wheel (if driving) or on a passenger
hand hold.
5. The driver and all passengers must wear helmet, eye protection, gloves,
long-sleeve shirt, long pants, over-the-ankle boots and seat belt at all times.
See the Safe Riding Gear section for details.
6. Always make sure all cab doors are closed and latched when riding in this
vehicle.
7. Allow a passenger to ride only in a passenger seat.
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