Can-Am SPYDER RT Series 2020, Оригинальное руководство пользователя

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STREET STRATEGIES
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SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Wet Pavement and Puddles
There is normally enough traction to
maintain control on pavement that is
moist or wet, as long as there is not a
layer of water on top of the pavement
(like a puddle or flowing water on the
road). As with other vehicles, this ve-
hicle can hydroplane if you drive too
fast over water that has accumulated
on the road, but hydroplaning occurs
at lower speeds than with most cars
or motorcycles. You are more likely to
hydroplane in deeper water. Watch for
splashing or spraying when other vehi-
cles go through water as an indicator
of depth.
When hydroplaning occurs, one or
more wheels rise up on a layer
of water, losing contact with the
road.
If this happens to the rear
wheel, you may feel it slide sideways.
Hydroplaning wheels do not have
the traction necessary to control the
vehicle. You can lose control and spin
out, and the VSS cannot keep you in
control.
Avoid large water puddles or water
streams, and slow down or pull off
the road during heavy rains. If you
must pass through water, slow down
as much as possible before you reach
it.
After passing through water, test your
brakes. Apply them several times if
necessary to let friction dry the brake
pads.
Properly maintained tires reduce the
risk of hydroplaning. Always maintain
recommended tire pressure:
Refer
to T
IRE
P
RESSURE
in
M
AINTENANCE PROCEDURES
section.
Note: The pressure difference
between the left and right side tire
should not exceed 3.4 kPA (.5 PSI).
Immediately replace any tire that shows
the maximum tread wear indicator to
minimize risk of hydroplaning.
The middle of a lane can be particularly
slick in the first few minutes of rain, as
oil and dirt combine with the water.
After more rain, water can accumulate
in ruts in worn pavement. Avoid both
of these low traction areas.
When
possible, keep your front tires in areas
with the best traction.
Off-Road Use
Do not use this vehicle off road. The
vehicle cannot handle the rough, low-
traction, uneven surfaces that you may
encounter in off-road riding. You could
easily get stuck, lose control or roll
over. Also, it may be illegal for off-road
use in certain areas.
Obstacles, Holes and Bumps
Whenever possible, avoid riding over
obstacles, holes and bumps. If you
must ride over them, slow down as
much as possible before you get there,
then release the brake as you go over.
For wide obstacles or bumps, approach
straight on if possible, so that both
front tires go over at the same 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 handlebar, take care not