STREET STRATEGIES
time. When going over an obstacle,
bump or hole with both front wheels,
riders should stand up slightly on the
pegs and use legs to absorb the shock.
Be prepared for the rear wheel to strike
the obstacle. For narrower obstacles,
bumps or holes, it is better to ride over
it with the rear tire. If you ride over
them with a front tire, maintain a firm
grip on the handlebars, take care not to
accidentally applying the throttle and
be prepared to correct your trajectory
if necessary.
If you strike a large enough obstacle,
bump or hole, the impact can make the
vehicle jump and strike you, eject rid-
ers, make you lose control, spin or roll
over.
If you can’t come to a complete stop
in time to avoid an obstacle, you can
swerve to avoid it. You can swerve
and brake at the same time if neces-
sary.
If you encounter a large animal in the
road, like a deer, it is best to stop be-
fore reaching it and wait until the ani-
mal leaves, or go past slowly. If a dog
chases you, a good strategy is to slow
down and downshift as the dog ap-
proaches, then accelerate away as you
get closer to where the dog would in-
tercept you.
On-Road Emergencies
A vehicle malfunction or an unexpect-
ed situation can occur any time during
a ride. A well-maintained vehicle can
help reduce the risk of malfunction,
but you should still be prepared for an
emergency.
– Always have the Operator’s Guide
and tool kit in the vehicle.
– When stopping on the road, follow
these precautions:
• If the road has paved shoulders,
signal your intention to pull off
the highway, pull off at near traf-
fic speed, then slow down to a
complete stop.
• If the shoulder is unpaved, signal
a right turn and slow down to a
safe speed before pulling off the
paved roadway.
• To increase your visibility, turn on
the hazard warning lights.
– If you have cellular phone or other
communication device, fully charge
it before long rides.
– If you are in a crash, BRP strongly
recommends that you have your ve-
hicle transported (p. 68) to the near-
est Can-Am roadster dealer to have
it thoroughly inspected for safety
before riding again.
– Fill in the BRP accident/incident re-
port.
Tire Failure
If a tire failure or a blowout sudden-
ly occurs, firmly grip the handlebars,
gradually slow down and carefully
steer to a safe place to stop. Avoid
hard braking, downshifting, or sharp
steering. If a front tire fails, the vehicle
may tend to pull in the direction of the
failed tire, so you will need to maintain
a firm grip on the handlebar to control
your direction. See
FLAT TIRE (p. 92)
for instructions on tire repair.
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