Polaris Slingshot R 2020, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATION
WARNING
Failure to operate the vehicle properly can result in a collision, loss of control,
accident or rollover, which may result in serious injury or death. Read and
understand all safety warnings outlined in the safety section of this owner’s
manual. See page 13.
SLINGSHOT VEHICLES VS. OTHER ON-ROAD
VEHICLES
WARNING
Failure to operate the vehicle properly can result in a collision, loss of control,
accident or rollover, which may result in serious injury or death. Read and
understand all safety warnings outlined in the safety section of this owner’s
manual. See page 13.
In the United States, the 3-wheel SLINGSHOT vehicle is an on-road vehicle in
the motorcycle class.
The SLINGSHOT vehicle handles differently than 2-wheel motorcycles, other 3-
wheel vehicles and 4-wheel vehicles. The following information will help you
understand the features and characteristics that make operation and handling of
the SLINGSHOT vehicle different from the operation and handling of other on-
road vehicles.
How does a SLINGSHOT differ from a 2-wheel motorcycle?
• Low center of gravity
• Steering wheel
• Foot controls (brake, accelerator)
• Clutch pedal (for Manual Transmission vehicles)
• Front suspension and steering
• Side-by-side operator and passenger seats
• Seat belts for both riders
• Lighting
• One rear drive wheel and two front wheels
The unique handling characteristics of the SLINGSHOT include:
• More stability in turns
• Vehicle stability at rest
• Flat cornering
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