BRP can-am OUTLANDER 2024 Operator's Manual page 69

RIDING THE VEHICLE
transported to contact and accumulate or melt on some exposed com-
ponents including rotating parts like brake discs. Water, snow or ice
may affect the response time of the brake system of your ATV. Even
when not required to reduce vehicle speed apply brakes frequently to
prevent ice or snow accumulation and to dry brake pads and discs.
While doing so in low risk driving situations you will test for grip level
and keep yourself alerted to how the vehicle reacts to your control in-
puts. Always keep brake pedal, footrests, floor boards, brake and
throttle levers free of snow and ice. Frequently wipe snow off seat,
hand grips, headlights, taillights and reflectors.
The depth of the snow cover may hide rocks, tree stumps or other ob-
jects and if it is wet may totally impede the driveability as the vehicle
becomes bogged down or completely looses traction in slushy snow.
Look far ahead and always be watchful of any visible clues that might
indicate the presence of such obstacles. In doubt steer clear. Avoid
driving on any frozen body of water before checking that the ice will
safely support the ATV, its riders and its load of cargo. Remember that
a given thickness of ice may be sufficient to support a snowmobile but
not an ATV of an identical weight because of the smaller load bearing
surface of the four tire contact patches as compared to that of a snow-
mobile track and skis.
To maximize comfort and avoid frostbite, always wear clothing and
ATV protective equipment appropriate for the weather conditions you
will be exposed to during your ride.
At the end of each ride it is a good practice to clean the vehicle body
and all moving components (e.g., brakes, steering components, drive-
lines, radiator fan and controls) from any snow or ice accumulations.
Wet snow will turn to ice during the shut down period and become
more difficult to remove at the next pre-ride inspection.
Riding in snow may reduce the brakes stopping capability. Safely re-
duce speed and allow greater distance for braking. Snow projection
may cause ice build up or snow accumulation on brake components
and controls. Apply brakes frequently to prevent ice or snow
accumulation.
R R i i d d i i n n g g o o n n S S a a n n d d
Riding on sand or sand dunes is another unique experience, but there
are some basic precautions that should be observed.
Wet, deep or fine sand may create a loss of traction and cause the ve-
hicle to slide, drop off or become "bogged" down.
If this occurs look for a firmer base. Again, the best advice is to slow
down and be watchful of the conditions.
Slow down even more when riding with a passenger.
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