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Indicates a potential hazard that could result in a serious injury or death.
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Sound Judgment
NOTE: Tongue and accessory weight (winch, gun scab-
board, brackets, etc.) must be included as part of the front
and rear rack weights.
NOTE: Use extra caution when operating an ATV with
additional loads such as accessories and/or personal items.
Handling of the ATV may be adversely affected. Reduce
speed when adding additional loads.
A safe, enjoyable ride is dependent on many personal choices. An ATV,
like all motorized vehicles, can be dangerous to operate if you choose to
ignore safety precautions, take unnecessary chances, or ride beyond your
ability or your vehicle’s capability. Don’t allow the thrill of freedom or
adventure to affect your ability to make good, safe choices.
Your Physical Condition
Being physically exhausted is like being
drunk. Try to do something that’s detail-ori-
ented when you’re really tired, and you’ll
feel totally uncoordinated.
Reckless Riding
If you are involved in an ATV accident when you’re speeding, you
have a 25% chance of landing yourself in the hospital. The faster you
go, the more likely you are to destroy your head and internal organs,
and skip the wheelies, jumps, stunts, and any other showboating.
Laws and Regulations
Any police officer will tell you that ignorance of the law is no
defense. Your best defense is to check out your local, state, or provin-
cial ATV laws before riding. It’ll also make sure that you can con-
tinue to ride in your favorite areas. The quickest way to have a land
area closed is by riding over the regulations.
Group Behavior
People occasionally do crazier and riskier things in a group than they
would consider doing by themselves. When you’re ATV riding with
others and things start to get out of hand, decide whether you’re will-
ing to be injured or see your friends injured.
! WARNING
Operating this ATV with improper modifications can be haz-
ardous. Improper installation of accessories or modification
of the ATV may cause changes in handling which could lead
to an accident. Never modify the ATV with improper installa-
tion or use of improper accessories. All parts and accesso-
ries installed on this ATV must be genuine Arctic Cat parts
and accessories designed for use on this ATV. Install and use
them according to instructions. If you have any questions,
contact an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer.
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Overloading the ATV or carrying personal items improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause changes in ATV handling, which could lead to an
accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never exceed the stated load capacity for the ATV.
Always follow the instructions in this Operator’s Manual pertaining
to ATV loading.
Personal Choices
Don’t ride:
1. When you’re tired