WARNING
– Passengers must only sit on
designated
passenger
seats.
Never allow anyone to sit be-
tween the handlebar and the
operator.
– Each passenger seat must have
a strap or grab handles and
meet SSCC standards.
– Passengers and operators must
always wear DOT approved hel-
mets and warm clothing appro-
priate for snowmobiling. Make
sure that no skin is exposed.
– Once underway, if a passenger
feels uncomfortable or unse-
cure for any reason, he must
not wait, and tell the driver to
slow-down or stop.
Riding with passengers on board is
different than riding alone. The oper-
ator has the benefit of knowing what
will be the next maneuver and is able
to prepare himself accordingly. The
operator also benefits from the sup-
port of his grip on the handlebar. In
contrast, the passengers have to re-
ly on the operator’s careful and safe
operation of the vehicle. In addition,
“body english” is limited with passen-
gers, and the operator can sometimes
see more of the trail ahead than the
passengers. Therefore, smooth start-
ing and stopping are required with
passengers, and the operator must
slow down. The operator must also
warn passengers of side hills, bumps,
branches, etc. An unforeseen bump
can leave you passenger-less.
Re-
mind your passengers to lean into
the turn with you, without causing
the vehicle to topple. Be extremely
careful, go more slowly and check the
passengers frequently.
WARNING
When riding with a passenger:
– Braking
ability
and
steering
control are reduced. Decrease
speed and allow extra space to
maneuver.
– Adjust suspension according to
weight.
For complete information on how
to adjust the suspension, please re-
fer to the section of this Operator’s
Guide entitled
SUSPENSION ADJUST-
MENTS
.
Use extra caution and go even more
slowly with young passengers. Check
frequently to make certain the child
has a firm grip and is properly posi-
tioned with his feet on the running
boards.
Terrain/Riding Variations
Groomed Trail
On a maintained trail, sitting is the
most preferred riding position. Do not
race and, above all, keep to the right
hand side of the trail.
Be prepared
for the unexpected. Observe all trail
signs. Do not zigzag from one side of
the trail to the other.
Ungroomed Trail
Unless there has been a fresh snow-
fall you can expect “washboard” and
snowdrift conditions. Taken at exces-
sive speeds, such conditions can be
physically harmful. Slow down. Hold
on the handlebar and assume a post-
ing position. Feet should be under the
body assuming a crouched position to
absorb any jarring effect. On longer
stretches of “washboard” trails, the
kneeling position of one knee on the
seat can be adopted. This provides
a certain amount of comfort, while at
the same time keeps the body loose
and capable of vehicle control.
Be-
ware of hidden rocks or tree stumps
partially hidden by a recent snowfall.
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