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TURNING
Depending on terrain conditions, there are two preferred ways to turn
or corner a snowmobile. For most snow surfaces, “body english” is
the key to turning. Leaning towards the inside of the turn and posi-
tioning body weight on the inside foot will create a “banking” condi-
tion beneath the track. By adopting this position and positioning your-
self as far forward as possible, weight will be transferred to the inside
ski.
On occasion, you will find that the only way to turn the vehicle about
in deep snow is to pull the snowmobile around. Do not over-exert
yourself. Get assistance. Remember to always lift from the knees.
ROAD CROSSING
In some cases, you will be approaching the road from a ditch or snow-
bank. Choose a place where you know you can climb without diffi-
culty. Use the standing position and proceed with only as much
speed needed to crest the bank. Stop completely at the top of the
bank and wait for all traffic to clear. Judge the drop to the roadway.
Cross the road at a 90° angle. If you encounter another snowbank on
the opposite side, position your feet near the rear of the vehicle. Re-
member, your snowmobile is not designed to operate on bare pave-
ment and steering on this type of surface is more difficult.
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