Riding Downhill - Cannondale ATV Owner's Manual

RIDING DOWNHILL

When riding downhill, shift your weight back as far as
possible with your arms straight. Choose a low gear to
allow the engine to do most of the braking for you.
Improper braking with either the front or rear brakes could
lead to a loss of traction and vehicle control resulting in an
accident.
Always travel straight down a hill when possible. Avoid
sharp turns which could cause the ATV to tip or roll over.
Always choose a path down hill that is free of obstacles.
Never ride faster than your ability to react safely and
maneuver the ATV. If you don't give yourself enough time
to avoid obstacles and terrain hazards, you can be
seriously injured or even killed.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Going downhill improperly.
Avoid going down a hill at an angle that would cause
the vehicle to lean sharply to one side.
Go straight down the hill where possible.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to
overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always follow proper procedures for going down hills
as described in this Owner's Manual.
Note: a special technique is required when braking as
you go down a hill.
Always check the terrain carefully before you start
down any hill.
Shift your weight backward.
Never go down a hill at high speed.
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