Suzuki LT-F160 2006, Owner'S Manual

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To turn the LT-F160, use the following
technique:
•
Move your body weight forward
and to the inside of the turn.
• Turn the handlebars in the direc-
tion of the turn.
For HIGHER SPEEDS or SHARPER
TURNS:
Use the same technique that you use
for turning at low speeds, but move
your body weight farther toward the
inside of the turn to maintain your bal-
ance. Natural turning forces (which
can push the vehicle to the outside of
the turn) increase as speed or turn
sharpness increases. This means you
must lean your body farther into the
turn as you go faster or turn more
sharply. This prevents the vehicle
from tipping over to the outside of the
turn. If your ATV starts to tip while
turning, lean your body farther into
the turn while gradually reducing the
throttle and making the turn wider, if
possible.
SKIDDING OR SLIDING
You may experience skidding or slid-
ing when you are not braking. You
may be able to overcome it by using
the techniques listed below.
If your front wheel skids:
Gain front wheel traction by reducing
the throttle opening and leaning your
body weight slightly forward.
If your rear wheel skids:
If space permits, steer in the direction
of the skid. Shift your body weight
away from the skid slightly. Avoid
using the throttle or brakes until you
regain directional control of the vehi-
cle.

WARNING
Skidding or sliding improperly can
be hazardous.
You may lose control of your ATV,
or regain traction unexpectedly,
which may cause the ATV to over-
turn.
• Learn to safely control skidding
or sliding by practicing at low
speeds and on level, smooth
terrain.
• On extremely slippery surfaces,
such as ice, go slowly and be
very cautious in order to reduce
the chance of skidding or slid-
ing out of control.