Ski-Doo Skandic SWT 2013 Operator'S Manual Download

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RIDING THE VEHICLE

Riding with passengers on board is dif-
ferent than riding alone. The operator
has the benefit of knowing what will
be the next maneuver and is able to
prepare himself accordingly. The oper-
ator also benefits from the support of
his grip on the handlebar. In contrast,
the passengers have to rely on the op-
erator’s careful and safe operation of
the vehicle. In addition, “body eng-
lish” is limited with passengers, and
the operator can sometimes see more
of the trail ahead than the passengers.
Therefore, smooth starting and stop-
ping are required with passengers,
and the operator must slow down.
The operator must also warn passen-
gers of side hills, bumps, branches,
etc. An unforeseen bump can leave
you passenger-less. Remind your pas-
sengers to lean into the turn with you,
without causing the vehicle to topple.
Be extremely careful, go more slowly
and check the passengers frequently.

WARNING

When riding with a passenger:

– Braking ability and steering

control are reduced. Decrease
speed and allow extra space to
maneuver.

– Adjust suspension according to

weight.

For complete information on how to
adjust the suspension, please refer to
the

TUNE YOUR RIDE

subsection.

Use extra caution and go even more
slowly with young passengers. Check
frequently to make certain the child has
a firm grip and is properly positioned
with his feet on the running boards.

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 prepared

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 snow-
fall you can expect “washboard” and
snowdrift conditions. Taken at exces-
sive speeds, such conditions can be
physically harmful. Slow down. Hold
on the handlebar and assume a post-
ing 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 oc-
curs, 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 vehi-
cle. A few feet will generally suffice.
Restart the engine. Assume the stand-
ing 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 sink-
ing, 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 any-
one 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.