Polaris SLINGSHOT S 2019 Owner's Manual page 14

SAFETY
SAFE DRIVING PRACTICES
OPERATING A SLINGSHOT VEHICLE HAS INHERENT
RISKS.
You can minimize those risks, but you can't eliminate them completely. Even if
you're an experienced 3-wheel vehicle operator or passenger, read all of the
safety information in this manual before operating this SLINGSHOT vehicle.
• Take a 3-wheel vehicle rider course from the Motorcycle Safety Foundation or
another qualified instructor. The course will help you learn effective turning
and braking techniques, traffic strategies and evasive maneuvers, in addition
to general safe riding habits. To locate a rider course in your area, contact the
Motorcycle Safety Foundation at 1-800-446-9227 or visit their web page at
www.msf-usa.org. You may also contact your dealer or the motorcycle
regulatory agency in your area of operation.
• Observe all maintenance requirements specified in this manual. See the
SLINGSHOT Service Manual for assistance. Your authorized SLINGSHOT
dealer can also provide assistance.
DESIGN CHARACTERISTICS AFFECT HOW YOU
SHOULD OPERATE THE SLINGSHOT VEHICLE:
• The SLINGSHOT is a lightweight 3-wheel vehicle. As such, it will respond
differently than other on-road vehicles in various road and weather conditions.
Thoroughly read your owner's manual and take safety training before
operating the SLINGSHOT.
• The SLINGSHOT vehicle is designed for on-road use by one operator with
one passenger. The Manufacturing Information label placed on the vehicle
contains the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) information. Never
exceed the GVWR or the GAWR.
• Driving off-road, driving at excessive speeds, driving with more than one
passenger or carrying weight exceeding the maximum weight rating can
make handling difficult, which could cause loss of control resulting in injury or
death.
• Since the SLINGSHOT has a single, centered rear wheel, "straddling"
obstacles with the front tires increases the likelihood that you will encounter
the obstacles with the rear tire.
• Read the section in this manual entitled SLINGSHOT Vehicles vs. Other On-
Road Vehicles on page 53.
• During the first 500 miles (800 km) of operation, follow all break-in procedures
as outlined in the owner's manual. Failure to do so can result in serious
engine damage.
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