Preparing For A Drive; What To Take To The Operating Area - Honda BIG RED 2009 Owner's Manual

Preparing for a Drive

A safe and enjoyable drive begins with good planning and preparation.
Always drive with at least one other person in case you have trouble,
and let someone know where you re going and when you expect to
return.
Before driving in an unfamiliar area, find out in advance if you need
special permits, get maps so you can study the terrain, and talk to other
drivers who know the area. The Forest Service and the Bureau of Land
Management (USA only), the Ministry of Natural Resources (Canada
only), driver s clubs, and off-road magazines are good sources of
information.

What to Take to the Operating Area

Along with your Honda MUV and personal safety gear, you should take
along some tools and supplies in case you have a problem. For some of
the difficulties you might encounter, see Taking Care of the Unexpected ,
which begins on page 163.
We recommend that you always take water, food, a first aid kit, and your
owner s manual. Other items you should consider taking along include:
• a tool kit
• tire repair supplies and tools
• wire, duct tape, and rope
• extra gasoline
For safety, all refueling should be done at a gas station on the way to the
driving area.
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