Crossing A Slope - Yamaha GRIZZLY 350 YFM35FGW Owner's Manual

When this ATV is in 4WD, all wheels (front and
rear) are interconnected by the drive train. This
means that applying either the front brake or the
rear brake will brake all wheels. When descending
hills, using either brake lever or the brake pedal will
brake the wheels on the downhill side. Avoid sud-
den application of either the front or rear brake be-
cause the wheels on the uphill side could come off
the ground. Apply both the front and rear brakes
gradually.
Whenever possible, ride your ATV straight down-
hill. Avoid sharp angles which could allow the ATV
to tip or roll over. Carefully choose your path and
ride no faster than you will be able to react to ob-
stacles which may appear.
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WARNING
Always follow proper procedures for going
down hills as described in this Owner's Manu-
al.
Note: a special technique is required when
braking as you go down a hill.
G Always check the terrain carefully before
you start down any hill.
G
Shift your weight backward.
G
Never go down a hill at high speed.
G
Avoid going down a hill at an angle that
would cause the ATV to lean sharply to one
side. Go straight down the hill where possi-
ble.

CROSSING A SLOPE

Traversing a sloping surface on your ATV requires
you to properly position your weight to maintain
proper balance. Be sure that you have learned the
basic riding skills on flat ground before attempting
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