Polaris Slingshot R 2020, Owner'S Manual

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6. To shift to a higher gear, accelerate smoothly to the recommended shift point.
See the Recommended Shift Points section for details. Perform the following
actions quickly and precisely:
a. Simultaneously release the throttle pedal completely while disengaging
the clutch (depressing the clutch pedal).
b. Move the shift lever to the next gear.
c. Simultaneously release the clutch pedal while depressing the throttle
pedal.
NOTICE
Within the recommended speed ranges (see the Recommended Shift Points
section for details), you can downshift to slow the vehicle or to increase power.
You may want to downshift when climbing a hill or passing. Downshifting also
helps to decrease speed when combined with releasing the throttle pedal.
7. To shift to a lower gear (downshift), reduce speed to the recommended shift
point. See the Recommended Shift Points section for details. Perform the
following actions quickly and precisely:
a. Simultaneously release the throttle pedal completely while disengaging
the clutch (depressing the clutch pedal).
b. Move the shift lever to the next lower gear.
c. Simultaneously release the clutch pedal while depressing the throttle
pedal.
WARNING
Downshifting improperly could cause transmission damage, loss of traction
and loss of control, which could result in serious injury or death.
• Reduce speed before downshifting. Always downshift within the
recommended shift points.
• Use extreme caution when downshifting on wet, slippery or other low traction
surfaces. Release the clutch pedal very gradually in these conditions.
• Avoid downshifting in a curve. Downshift before entering the curve. Avoid
coasting (clutch disengaged) through curves and corners.
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