Riding Techniques - BRP Can-Am OUTLANDER 400 EFI 2014 Operator's Manual

RIDING THE VEHICLE

Riding Techniques

Riding your vehicle too fast for the conditions may result in injury. Apply only
enough throttle to proceed safely. Statistics show that high speed turns usually
result in mishaps and injury. Always remember that this vehicle is heavy! Its pure
weight alone may entrap you should it fall and pin you down.
This vehicle is not designed for jumping nor can it fully absorb the high impact
energy generated during manoeuvres such as jumping which, can be passed on to
you, the operator. Performing "wheelies" can cause the vehicle to flip over onto
you. Both practices have a high risk for you and your passenger (2-UP models)
and should be avoided at all times.
To maintain proper control, it is strongly advised that you keep your hands on the
handlebar and within easy reach of all controls. The same holds true for your feet.
To minimize the possibility of a leg or foot injury, keep your feet on the footrests
at all times. Do not direct your toes outwards nor extend your feet out to assist in
turning as they can be hit or be snagged on passing obstacles, or may come into
contact with wheels. When riding on a 2-UP models, your passenger must keep
his hands on grab handles and his feet on footrests at all times.
Always use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle overturns on hills and rough
terrain and in turns.
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Even though there is an adequate suspension system on this vehicle, there are
"washboard" or rough terrain conditions that will make you feel uncomfortable
and can even cause a back injury. "Posting" or riding in a crouched position will
often be required. Slow down and allow your flexed legs to absorb part of the
impact energy.
This vehicle is not designed for riding on roads or highways. (In most places it is an
illegal practice). Riding your vehicle on roads or highways could cause a collision to
occur with another vehicle.
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