Sharp Turns; Wide Turns - Arctic Cat 500 Operato's Manual

Wide Turns

About 20% of ATV accidents happen dur-
ing turns. If you don't understand turning
techniques, it's easy for the ATV to get
away from you by losing traction, plowing,
or tipping. Use this method for wide turns:
1. Ease off the throttle as you approach
the turn to slow down.
2. Use the principles of leaning, weight
shifting, and balancing—shift your
body weight to the inside of the turn.
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3. Gradually increase your speed as you
come out of the turn.

Sharp Turns

After mastering wide turns, practice the
advanced skill of sharp turns.
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1. Ease off the throttle as you approach
the turn to slow down.
2. Use the principles of leaning, weight
shifting, and balancing—shift your
body weight to the inside of the turn.
3. You might have to lean into the turn
more than you do in a wide turn.
4. If shifting your weight and balance
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aren't enough to keep the ATV tires
on the ground, straighten out the han-
dlebar as much as you can.
5. Gradually increase your speed as you
come out of the turn.
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