Arctic Cat DVX 400 Operator's Manual page 24

Riding Uphill
Roughly 20 % of accidents happen while riding on hills as a result of incorrect behaviour. So,
use extreme caution and follow this method for riding uphill:
1. Shift down and accelerate before you start climbing. Then maintain a steady pace.
2. Lean as far forward as possible. For steeper hills come off your seat to stand and
lean forward.
3. If you lose speed, quickly shift to a lower gear. At the same time, release the throttle
so your front tires don't lift OR
4. If that doesn't work and the terrain permits, do a U-turn, go back down and try
climbing again, OR
5. If you have lost all forward motion, follow the K-turn procedure.
Never climb hills with an angle of gradient higher than 25 %
!! ATTENTION !!
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Riding downhill
1. Shift your body weight as far back on the seat as possible.
2. Keep it in a low gear.
3. Lightly apply the brake and ease up on the throttle.
Sidehilling/Traversing
Sidehilling is considered an advanced skill; it's really tricky and unpredictable. So, whether
your skills are advanced or not, try to avoid this kind of riding. If you're in a situation where
you absolutely have to sidehill, follow this method:
1. Keep your speed low and consistent.
2. Shift all your body weight to the uphill side of the seat; also, support your weight on
the uphill footrest.
3. If the ATV feels like it's tipping, turn the handlebar downhill. If that's not possible
because of the terrain or other conditions or if it just doesn't work, stop and get off.
Dismount the ATV on the uphill side.
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