BRP can-am OUTLANDER 2024 Operator's Manual page 56

RIDING THE VEHICLE
Not all vehicles are the same. Each has its own unique performance
characteristics, controls and features. Each will ride and handle
differently.
Become completely familiar with the operational controls and the gen-
eral operation of the vehicle before venturing into off road conditions.
Practice driving in a suitable area free of hazards and feel the re-
sponse of each control. Drive at low speeds. Higher speeds require
greater experience, knowledge and suitable riding conditions.
Riding conditions vary from place to place. Each is subject to weather
conditions which may radically change from time to time and from sea-
son to season.
Riding on sand is different than riding on snow or through forests or
marshes. Each location may require a greater degree of awareness
and skill. Show good judgement. Always proceed with caution. Please
do not take any unnecessary risks that could leave you stranded or
possibly injured.
Never assume that the vehicle will go everywhere safely. Sudden
changes in terrain caused by holes, depressions, banks, softer or
harder "ground" or other irregularities may cause the vehicle to topple
or become unstable. To avoid this, slow down and always observe the
terrain ahead. If the vehicle does begin to topple or tip over, the best
advice is to immediately get off, AWAY from the direction of the tip
over!
We encourage you to have an Annual Safety Inspection of your ve-
hicle. Please contact an authorized Can-Am Off-road dealer for further
details. Though not required, it is recommended that an authorized
Can-Am Off-road dealer performs the preseason preparation of your
vehicle. Each visit to your authorized Can-Am Off-road dealer is a
great opportunity for your dealer to verify if your vehicle is included in
any safety campaign. We also urge you to visit your authorized Can--
Am Off-road dealer in a timely manner if you become aware of any
safety related campaigns.
See an authorized Can-Am Off-road dealer for available accessories
you may require.
R R i i d d i i n n g g G G e e a a r r
Actual weather conditions should help you decide how to dress. Dress
for the coldest weather expected. Thermal underwear next to the skin
also provides a good insulation. It is important that the operator always
wears the appropriate protective riding gear and apparel, including an
approved helmet, eye protection, boots, gloves, a long sleeved shirt
and pants. This type of clothing will provide you protection from some
of the minor hazards you may encounter en route. The operator must
never wear loose clothing such as a scarf that may get entangled in
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