12.Place the transmission in neutral.
13.Start the engine. See the Starting the Engine section for details
14.Apply the brakes and shift into gear.
15.Release the parking brake.
16.Check your surroundings. Make sure the area is clear of people and
obstacles.
17.Keeping both hands on the steering wheel, slowly release the brakes and
press the throttle with your right foot to begin driving.
18.Drive slowly at first. Practice starting, stopping, turning, using the throttle and
brakes and driving in reverse. Learn how the vehicle handles when making
both left and right turns at a slow speed.
19.Increase speed only after mastering all maneuvers at a slow speed.
20.After you become skilled at making turns and begin to operate at faster
speeds, follow these precautions:
• Avoid sharp turns. Make turns gradually.
• Never turn while applying heavy throttle.
• Never turn the steering wheel abruptly.
• Operate at speeds appropriate for your skills, the conditions and the terrain.
• DO NOT attempt to do power slides, “donuts”, jumps or other driving stunts.
DRIVING WITH A PASSENGER
1. Complete the steps outlined in the New Operator Driving Procedures
section.
2. Perform the steps outlined in the Pre-Ride Inspection section.
3. Do not carry a passenger until you have at least four hours of driving
experience with this vehicle.
4. Make sure the passenger is at least 12 years of age. All riders must be able
to sit with backs against the seat, both feet flat on the floor and both hands
on the steering wheel (if driving) or on a passenger hand hold
5. Make sure the passenger has at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clearance between
his helmet and the brush bars.
6. Never carry more than one passenger in this vehicle.
7. Never allow a passenger to ride on the back of the vehicle. Allow a
passenger to ride only in the passenger seat.
8. Make sure the passenger is wearing helmet, eye protection, gloves, long-
sleeve shirt, long pants and over-the-ankle boots.
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