Sound Judgment Overview You are not invincible. Knowing that the first “S” in “P.A.S.S.” stands for “Sound Judgment” means you need to use yours. other riders, especially in dusty and dirty conditions, because it’ll be difficult to see the riders in front of you stopping. Other Vehicles Depending on where you’re riding, you might encounter other ATV’s, bikes, or motor vehicles. Respect the presence of cars and make yourself be seen. If you can’t see other vehicles coming, that means you’re invisible, too. Hikers Environment The environment you operate an ATV in is often harsh and sometimes dangerous if you don’t take proper precautions. Weather You need to consider the weather.
It is dangerous to ride your ATV when the weather is bad or potentially bad. Keep abreast with weather forecasts. Terrain Always pay close attention to the terrain you’re on, even if it is familiar to you. You can’t assume that the landscape you’re used to doesn’t change. Changes to land- scape can happen at nearly any time. Fences can be constructed and excavations dug in a short period of time. Weather, cli- mate, and development take their toll. With the renewed interest in hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities, people can show up in remote areas where you would never expect them. For their sake, keep your eyes open. Animals and Nature Respect the outdoors that you love.
Don’t use your ATV to chase animals or birds. Drive around young trees rather than over them. Keep clear of streams and ditches with standing water. The thing about terrain is that sometimes you don’t know it’s changed until you get there. Whether it’s familiar or not, check out your surroundings before and during your ride. Trail Riding Use sound judgment when trail riding; that means riding on a trail that fits your ability level. If the trail is pretty rugged, standing up on your footrests will make it easier for you to endure the rough terrain. Equipment The last thing you expected was that your ATV would break down in the middle of the field...
it’s usually so reliable that sometimes you forget the ATV has its limits. ATV Maintenance You have to maintain your ATV. The General Maintenance section of this Operator’s Manual tells you about taking care of your ATV. If, at any time, abnor- mal noises, vibrations, or improper func- tioning of any component of this ATV is detected, DO NOT OPERATE THE ATV. Take the ATV to an authorized Arc- tic Cat ATV dealer for inspection and adjustment or repair. Make yourself visible by using head- lights and taillights, and pull completely off the trail if you need to stop. Outsloped trails (trails that slant to allow rain to run off) make trail riding a bit more challenging.
Accepting that chal- lenge means keeping your weight shifted into the slope. Denying the challenge means sliding off the trail. It also helps to know which trails you can ride and who else might be on those same trails. These are signs currently used in some areas to designate trail types and restrictions. ! WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in a serious injury or death. 19 19 19 19 Division I - Safety Those Around You People do all kinds of things that you can’t predict or control. Riding Companions Leave a lot of space between you and