Polaris Timbersled ST 93 RIPPER 2019, Owner'S Manual

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READ AND UNDERSTAND YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL
Read your Timbersled owner's manual, as well as your host bike’s owner’s
manual, completely and refer to it often. The manual is your guide to safe and
enjoyable experience.
STEERING SYSTEM
WARNING
Ice and snow build-up may interfere with the steering of your snow bike,
resulting in serious injury or death. Keep the vehicle free of snow and ice.
Before driving, manually turn the ski to the left and right to be sure ice and snow
are not interfering with full left and right steering. If difficulty is encountered,
remove ice and snow build-up that may be obstructing the steering linkage or
front ski and skags.
Ensure fork clamps, spindle and ski bolts, and front axle bolt are torqued
properly.
BRAKES
Always check the following items for proper operation before starting the engine.
BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL
Squeeze the brake lever. It should move no closer to the handgrip than 1/2 inch
(1.3 cm). A smaller distance indicates low brake fluid level or air in the hydraulic
system. Your dealer can assist.
LEVER FEEL
If the brake lever feels “spongy” when squeezed, check the brake fluid level and
condition.
WARNING
Continued use of “spongy” brakes may cause a complete loss of brakes, which
could result in serious injury or death. Always have the brakes serviced at the
first sign of sponginess.
NOTICE
To gain 100% braking performance, Timbersled recommends performing 20–
50 stop cycles of the Timbersled Brake System before first ride. Brake cycles
should be performed at a slow controlled speed in a flat, open environment.
Starting the snowbike and engaging it into gear, allow the track to spin 3–5 full
rotations. Apply moderate pressure to the brake until the track is completely
stopped and is no longer spinning. Repeat as necessary.
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PRE-RIDE INSPECTION