2. Turn the handlebar. At the same time, shift weight and balance as you swerve. Use the principles of leaning, weight shifting, and balanc- ing—shift your body weight and the passenger’s body weight to the inside of the turn. 4. Turn handlebar. Parking on a Hill This shouldn’t be necessary, but if it is: 1. Keep it in gear. 2. Engage the parking brake. 3. Keep your hand off the brake until the emergency is over and you’re back in control. 3. Find something to block the rear tires. Stalling on a Hill If you use the right method for riding uphill, this shouldn’t happen. But if you have a problem, do this:
Tips Driving an ATV and a car have some similarities; however, there are a few sit- uations that require special attention: 1. If the ATV hasn’t started rolling backwards yet, follow the proce- dure for the K-turn, OR Reversing Skidding or Sliding Parking on a Hill Stalling on a Hill Crossing Water Cold Weather Driving Stopping the ATV Stopping the Engine Reversing 1. Go slowly. It’s hard to see behind you. 2. If the ATV is already rolling back- ward, both the operator and the pas- senger should lean as far forward as possible and the operator can be standing up on the footrests. 3. Nice and easy, apply the hand brake lever. 4. When you come to a stop, follow the procedure for the K-turn.
Crossing Water Your ATV can only handle water up to its footrests. Any more than that and you risk engine damage and/or injury. Stay away from fast moving rivers. Tires can be buoyant, so if the water is too deep, you might find the ATV suddenly afloat. 3. Backing down hills is a bad idea; do a U-turn or K-turn instead to turn around. Skidding or Sliding If you lose control after hitting sand, ice, mud, or water: 2. Keep your handlebar straight. CAUTION Riding through water deeper than the footrests may lead to severe engine damage due to water ingestion. 1. Turn your handlebar into the direc- tion of the slide. 2. Keep your hand off the brakes until you’re out of the skid. NOTE:
Engine damage caused by water ingestion or immersion will not be covered by Arctic Cat warranty. 3. Shift your weight forward. Sometimes your ATV may not respond and goes straight ahead instead of letting you turn. Here’s how to handle it: 1. Physically check the depth and cur- rent of the water, especially if you can’t see the bottom. You’re also checking for hidden obstacles. 1. Slow down. 2. Move forward on the seat. 2. Keep your speed slow. 3. Lean to inside of turn and have your passenger lean to the inside of the turn. 3. Make sure you have a way out on the other side of the water. 4. If you get stuck in the sludge or mud, try rocking the ATV from side to side. 32