Ski-Doo REV GEN4, Manual

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RIDING THE VEHICLE
Terrain/Riding Variations
Groomed Trail
On a maintained trail, sitting is the most preferred riding position. Do
not race and, above all, keep to the right hand side of the trail. Be pre-
pared for the unexpected. Observe all trail signs. Do not zigzag from
one side of the trail to the other.
Ungroomed Trail
Unless there has been a fresh snowfall you can expect “wash-
board” and snowdrift conditions. Taken at excessive speeds, such
conditions can be physically harmful. Slow down. Hold on the
handlebar and assume a posting position. Feet should be under the
body assuming a crouched position to absorb any jarring effect. On
longer stretches of “washboard” trails, the kneeling position of one
knee on the seat can be adopted. This provides a certain amount of
comfort, while at the same time keeps the body loose and capable
of vehicle control. Beware of hidden rocks or tree stumps partially
hidden by a recent snowfall.
Deep Snow
In deep “powder” snow, your vehicle could begin to “bog” down.
If this occurs, turn in as wide an arc as possible and look for a firmer
base. If you do get “bogged”, and it happens to everyone, do not
spin your track as this makes the vehicle sink deeper. Instead, turn
the engine off, get off and move the back of the vehicle onto new
snow. Then tramp a clear path ahead of the vehicle. A few feet will
generally suffice. Restart the engine. Assume the standing position
and rock the vehicle gently as you steadily and slowly apply the
throttle. Depending on whether the front or rear end of the vehicle
is sinking, your feet should be placed on the opposing end of the
running boards. Never place foreign material beneath the track for
support. Do not allow anyone to stand in front of, or to the rear of,
the snowmobile with the engine running. Stay away from the track.
Personal injury will result if contact is made with the revolving track.
Frozen Water
Traveling frozen lakes and rivers can be fatal. Avoid waterways. If
you are in an unfamiliar area, ask the local authorities or residents
about the ice condition, inlets, outlets, springs, fast moving currents
or other hazards. Never attempt to operate your snowmobile on ice
that may be too weak to support you and the vehicle. Operating a
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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