Quick Stops and Swerving Chapter 7 Applying a good riding strategy will decrease the likelihood of having to make a quick stop. Scan and identify potential hazards several sec- onds ahead in your path of travel. Practice quick stops in a flat open area so you can get used to how your ATV responds to your input. Be espe- cially careful on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain. Chapter 7 - Quiz 1. Using a good riding strategy will decrease the chances of having to stop quickly. True False 2. Making a quick stop or performing a swerving manoeuvre is easier at faster speeds than slow speeds. True False This is a more advanced riding skill. Remember, do not exceed your capabilities.
Stopping Quickly Because nature is constantly changing, you must be prepared to stop quickly, slow down or swerve to avoid obstacles, such as fallen trees or washouts across your trail. An animal may dart out in front of you, or you may meet another rider as you round a bend. Never ride faster than your visibility allows. 3. You should never ride faster than your visibility allows. True False 4. The sudden appearance of an animal during a trail ride may require a rider to perform an emergency manoeuvre. True False A quick stop could be necessary at any time, so remember: 5. A quick stop in a straight line requires more skill than making a quick stop in a turn.
True False Ride within your ability. Use both brakes when stopping. Although the front brake (in the for- ward direction) does provide the majority of stopping power. Slow your ATV when cresting a hill or going through a turn. Never ride past your limit of visibility. If you accidentally lock the wheels, release the brakes momentarily and reapply the brakes more gradually. Keep your feet on the footrests. 6. You should not brake and swerve at the same time. True False 7. When swerving, you should look in the direction of the swerve. True False 8. Braking and swerving at the same time could result in a spill. True False 9.
Stopping quickly or swerving are considered more advanced riding manoeuvres. True False 10.Your feet should be kept on the footrests during an emergency manoeuvre. True False Swerving You should be able to make emergency swerves to avoid unexpected hazards when riding. Follow these guidelines to help prevent mishaps: Keep your feet on the footrests. Look in the direction of the swerve Shift weight to the inside of the turn. DO NOT brake while swerving - brake AFTER swerving and only after the ATV is travelling in a straight line. A short burst of throttle will help the ATV to turn. 13