Turning; Riding Uphill - Yamaha MM700H Owner's Manual

Turning

For most snow surfaces, "body English" is
the key to turning.
As you approach a curve, slow down and
begin to turn the handlebar in the desired
direction. As you do so, put your weight
on the running board to the inside of the
turn and lean your upper body into the
turn.
This procedure should be practiced at
low speed many times, in a large flat area
with no obstacles. Once you have
learned this technique, you should be
able to perform it at higher speeds or in
tighter curves. Lean more as the turn
gets sharper or is made at higher speeds.
Improper riding procedures such as
abrupt throttle changes, excessive brak-
ing, incorrect body movements, or too
much speed for the sharpness of the turn
may cause the snowmobile to tip.
If your snowmobile begins to tip while
turning, lean more into the turn to regain
balance. If necessary, gradually let off on
the throttle or steer to the outside of the
turn.
Remember:
Avoid higher speeds until you are thor-
oughly familiar with the operation of your
snowmobile.

Riding uphill

You should practice first on gentle slopes.
Try more difficult climbs only after you have
developed your skill. As you approach a
hill, accelerate before you start the climb,
and then reduce the throttle opening to
prevent track slippage. It is also important
to keep your weight on the uphill side at all
times. On climbs straight up the hill this
can be accomplished by leaning forward
and, on steeper inclines, standing on the
running boards and leaning forward over
the handlebar. (Also see "Traversing a
slope.")
Slow down as you reach the crest of the
hill, and be prepared to react to obstacles,
sharp drops, or other vehicles or people
which may be on the other side. If you are
unable to continue up a hill, do not spin the
track. Stop the engine and set the parking
brake. Then pull the rear of the snowmo-
bile around to point the snowmobile back
down the hill. Do not get on the downhill
side of the snowmobile. When the snow-
mobile is pointed downhill, restart the
engine, release the parking brake, and
descend the hill.
WARNING
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Side hills and steep slopes are not rec-
ommended for a novice snowmobiler.
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