Notice To Users - Baja motorsports Extreme 150 Owner's Manual

NOTICE TO USERS

THIS ATV IS NOT A TOY. IT COULD BE HAZARDOUS TO THE OPERATOR. An ATV
is different from other vehicles including motorcycles and cars. A collision or rollover
could occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and driving on hills
or over obstacles if you fail to take proper precautions.
WARNING
SEVER INJURY OR DEATH can result
if you do not follow these instructions.
· Read this manual and labels on the ATV carefully and follow
the operations procedures as described.
· Never operate the ATV without proper instruction.
Take a training course. Beginners should be trained by a
licensed instructor. Always follow the age recommendations
· Never carry a passenger on an ATV.
· Always avoid operating an ATV on paved surfaces,
including: sidewalks, paths, parking lots, driveways,
streets, roads, and highways. Never operate this or any
ATV on a public street, road or highway where motor
vehicles are in operation.
· Never operate an ATV without wearing a DOT approved
motorcycle helmet which fits properly. Operators should
also wear eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves,
boots, long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants.
· Never operate this ATV at excessive speeds. Always
operate at a speed that is proper for the terrain, visibility,
operating conditions, and the operator's skill / experience.
· Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts.
· Always inspect the ATV each time before use to ensure
it is in a safe operating condition. Always follow the
inspection and maintenance procedures and schedule
described in this manual.
· Always keep both hands on the handlebar and both feet
on the footrest[s]] of the ATV during operation.
· Always go slowly and be extremely careful when operating
on unfamiliar terrain. Always be alert to the changing terrain
conditions when operating the ATV.
· Never operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose
terrain until you have learned and practiced the
necessary skills to control the ATV on such terrain.
· Always follow proper procedures for turning as
described in this manual. Practice turning at low
speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds.
Do not turn at excessive speeds.
· Never operate the ATV on hills that are too steep for
the ATV or for the operator's ability. Practice on smaller
hills before attempting larger hills.
· Always follow the proper procedures for climbing hills
as described in this manual. Check the terrain carefully
before you start up any hill. Never climb hills with
excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight
forward. Never open the throttle suddenly. Never go over
the top of a hill at high speeds.
· Always follow proper procedures for going down hills
as described in this manual. Check the terrain carefully
before starting to go down any hill. Shift your weight
backward. Never go down a hill at an angle that would
cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Go straight
down the hill if possible.
· Always follow proper procedures for crossing the side
of a hill as described in this manual. Avoid operation on
hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your
weight to the uphill side of the ATV. Never attempt to turn
the ATV around on any hill until you have mastered the
turning technique described in this manual on level ground.
Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible.
· Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll backwards
when climbing a hill. To avoid stalling, maintain a steady
speed when climbing a hill. If you stall or roll backwards,
follow the special procedure for braking described in this
manual. Dismount on the uphill side or to a side if pointed
straight to uphill. Turn the ATV around and remount,
following the procedure described in this manual.
· Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area.
Never attempt to operate over large obstacles, such as large
rocks or fallen trees. Always follow proper procedures when
operating over obstacles as described in this manual.
· Always be careful when skidding or sliding. Learn to
safely control skidding or sliding by practicing at low
speeds and on level, smooth terrain. On extremely slippery
surfaces, such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in
order to avoid going out of control when skidding or sliding.
· Never operate an ATV in fast flowing water or in water
deeper than that specified in this manual. Remember
that wet brakes can reduce stopping ability. Test your
brakes after leaving water. If necessary, apply them for
several times to let friction linings dry out.
· Always use the tires with proper size and type tires
specified in this manual. Always maintain proper tire
pressure as described in this manual.
· Never modify an ATV through improper installation of
accessories.
· Never exceed the stated load capacity for an ATV. Cargo
should be distributed properly and attached securely.
Reduce speed and follow instructions in this manual for
carrying cargo. Allow longer distance for breaking.
· The combined weight of the rider and any accessories
or cargo must never exceed the vehicle's load capacity
of 220 lbs.
· Do not tow a trailer. This vehicle is not designed for
such use.
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