Riding Downhill; Sidehilling/Traversing Hills - KYMCO MXU 450i Owner's Manual

ACTIVE RIDING

RIDING DOWNHILL

Success in riding downhill depends on how familiar and skilled
you are with using your ATV's brakes. Use care to balance
braking force and downhill speed so you don't lose control and
flip your ATV over. Use this method for riding downhill.
1. Shift your body weight as far back on the seat as possible
2. Select a low gear; stay out of neutral
3. Lightly apply the brakes and use very little throttle
SIDEHILLING / TRAVERSING HILLS
Sidehilling requires advanced ATV riding skills, as the terrain
can be difficult and unpredictable. Whether your skills are ad-
vanced or not, try to avoid this kind of riding.
If you're in a situation where you absolutely have to sidehill on
your ATV, use this riding method:
1. Keep your ATV's speed low and consistent
2. Shift all your body weight to the uphill side of the seat; also,
support your weight on the uphill footrest
3. Steer as if you are driving into the hill
4. If your ATV feels like it may tip over, turn the handlebar
downhill. If that is not possible because of the terrain or
other conditions, or if it just does not work, stop and get off
the ATV. Dismount your ATV on the uphill side.
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in serious injury or death.
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