BRP Can-Am OUTLANDER 400 EFI 2014 Operator'S Manual Download

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RIDING THE VEHICLE

To fully appreciate the pleasures and excitement of riding this vehicle, there are
some basic rules and tips that you MUST follow. Some may be new to you while
others may be common sense or obvious.

Please take the time to study this Operator's Guide and all on-product safety
labels as well as the

SAFETY DVD

video that came with this vehicle. They more

completely describe what you should know about this vehicle before riding it.

Whether you are a new user or an experienced rider, it is important for your per-
sonal safety as well as passenger safety that you know the controls and features
of this vehicle. Equally important is knowing how to properly ride.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and all ATV manufacturers rec-
ommends that no one under the age of 16 drives an ATV general use model (G).
Even though a child may be within the age group for which this vehicle is recom-
mended, he may not have the skills, abilities, or judgment needed to operate this
vehicle safely and may be involved in a serious accident.

2-UP models: The passenger must be capable of keeping his feet on the footrests
and his hands on grab handles at all times when he is seated on the vehicle.

Individuals with cognitive or physical impairments or who are high risk takers have
an increased exposure to overturns or collisions which may result in injury includ-
ing death.

Not all vehicles are the same. Each has its own unique performance characteris-
tics, controls and features. Each will ride and handle differently.

Become completely familiar with the operational controls and the general opera-
tion of the vehicle before venturing into off road conditions. Practice driving in a
suitable area free of hazards and feel the response of each control. Drive at low
speeds. Higher speeds require greater experience, knowledge and suitable riding
conditions.

Riding conditions vary from place to place. Each is subject to weather conditions
which may radically change from time to time and from season to season.

The vehicle handling, stability and braking distance will be affected when riding
with a passenger. Safely reduce speed when riding with a passenger. Allow
greater distance for braking. Remember, the operator is responsible for the safety
of the passenger.

Riding on sand is different than riding on snow or through forests or marshes. Each
location may require a greater degree of awareness and skill may not be suitable
with a passenger. Show good judgement. Always proceed with caution. Please
do not take any unnecessary risks that could leave you or your passenger stranded
or possibly injured.

Never assume that the vehicle will go everywhere safely. Sudden changes in ter-
rain caused by holes, depressions, banks, softer or harder “ground” or other irreg-
ularities may cause the vehicle to topple or become unstable. To avoid this, slow
down and always observe the terrain ahead. If the vehicle does begin to topple or
tipover, the best advice is to immediately get off, AWAY from the direction of the
tipover!

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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