Sharp Turns; Wide Turns - Arctic Cat ALTERRA 400 2017 Operator's Manual

4. Release the brake slowly and apply
the throttle.
Leaning, Weight Shift,
and Balance
When you turn, the trick is to move for-
ward and slide over to the side of the seat
that's on the inside of the turn. Support
your body weight on the outside footrest.
At the same time, lean your body to the
inside of the turn. Pay attention to the
handling—if you feel the tires coming off
the ground, reduce speed, shift more of
your body weight to the side that's lift-
ing, and make the turn wider if possible.

Wide Turns

Many ATV accidents happen during
turns. If you don't understand turning
techniques, it's easy for the ATV to get
away from you by losing traction, plow-
ing, or tipping. Use this method for wide
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
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body weight to the inside of the turn.
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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