Suzuki LT-F400, Owner'S Manual

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To ride down a hill with the LT-
F400/F, follow the instructions
below.
1. Check the terrain carefully for
any obstacles before you start
down the hill.
2. Point the LT-F400/F straight
downhill.
3. Transfer body weight to the
rear by sliding back on the
seat.
4. Shift the transmission into a
low gear and ride down the hill
slowly with the throttle
released.
5. Apply the rear brake to control
downhill speed.
NOTE: Operating any brake con-
trol will brake at both front and
rear wheels.
6. Avoid going down a hill at an
angle that would cause the
vehicle to lean sharply to one
side. Go straight down the hill
where possible.
Traversing a Slope
When traversing a slope, you
should:
1. Lean your body uphill.
2. Steer slightly uphill, if neces-
sary, to maintain a straight
course.
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WARNING
Crossing hills or turning on
hills improperly can be hazard-
ous.
Crossing hills or turning on
hills improperly can cause loss
of control or cause the ATV to
overturn.
Never attempt to turn the ATV
around on any hill until you
have mastered the turning
technique as described in the
CLIMBING A HILL section.
Practice this technique on level
ground. Be very careful when
turning on any hill. Avoid
crossing the side of a steep hill
if possible.
OK
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